High-purity natural extracts processed under stringent ISO & GMP standards for dietary and cosmetic applications.
UniCare is a professional supplier of natural active ingredients. Our products are widely used in various fields such as dietary supplements, foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. We focus on product development and quality stability, and insist on growing together with our customers around the world.
UniCare has deep cooperation with several excellent Chinese manufacturers who have complete quality management system certifications, including but not limited to GMP, EUGMP, CEP, ISO9001, ISO22000, and HACCP. Each factory has independent testing capabilities and is equipped with advanced and efficient testing equipment to ensure the high quality and long-term stability of each batch of products.
The principles driving our extraction technologies and global partnership networks.
Unlocking the hidden therapeutic potential of botanicals through advanced chromatography and bio-assays.
Systematically upgrading extraction steps and industrial separation capabilities to elevate yield and bio-activity.
Deploying state-of-the-art continuous countercurrent extraction configurations to maintain natural structural integrity.
Providing fair compensation to local agriculturalists while strictly supporting ecological, sustainable harvesting.
Understanding the supply chain demand, biochemical profile, and clinical viability of active anthocyanins.
Black currant (Ribes nigrum) extract has emerged as a cornerstone ingredient in premium nutraceutical and dermatological portfolios. Characterized by its exceptionally high concentrations of unique polyphenols—most notably Delphinidin-3-rutinoside, Cyanidin-3-rutinoside, Delphinidin-3-glucoside, and Cyanidin-3-glucoside—this botanical active delivers exceptional antioxidant performance, microvascular support, and cognitive benefits.
"The core competitive advantage of black currant anthocyanins lies in their high bioavailability compared to other berry polyphenols, specifically their documented capacity to cross the blood-brain barrier and support ocular circulation."
From an industrial perspective, sourcing from a reliable manufacturing partner is essential. Anthocyanins are notoriously heat-sensitive and prone to oxidation. A premier manufacturing partner mitigates these degradation risks through standardized processing conditions, custom-engineered carrier matrices, and rigorous packaging protocols.
The progression of extraction engineering at UniCare's collaborative production centers.
Utilizing countercurrent fluid dynamics at 40°C - 50°C to preserve complex anthocyanin molecules from thermal cleaving.
Employing multi-stage ultrafiltration to strip sugars, fibers, and heavy organic particulates without introducing solvents.
Adsorption resin technology isolates targeted delphinidin fractions, yielding standardized formulas up to 35% anthocyanins.
Integrating microbial fermentation to transform large-chain glycosides into smaller aglycones, enhancing absorption.
UniCare attaches great importance to the hardware conditions of production equipment and has the largest and most advanced extraction factory in China. The entire production line in UniCare is controlled by a modern, intelligent, automatic control system.
Until now, UniCare has built up two GMP workshops, containing six multi-functional extraction lines, among which there is the only production line for Ginkgo Biloba Extract of acetone process in the whole China. Here are several other production lines including fermentation production lines and Chinese medicine pieces. A total of 30,000 tons of various Chinese medicine plant raw materials can be processed each year.
Our extraction facilities operate under strict state-level Good Manufacturing Practices, ensuring cleanroom environments.
Our Ginkgo Biloba line conforms to European standards, highlighting our capabilities in navigating complex international regulatory landscapes.
All production parameters (flow rate, temperature, pressure) are continuously logged and regulated via centralized computer systems.
Equipped with high-performance separation columns, thin-film evaporators, and spray drying towers.
Processing up to 30,000 tons of botanical raw materials annually to secure supply lines for global contracts.
Features three annular countercurrent extractors (10t & 15t), two multi-functional systems (32 vessels), and one dynamic system (10t).
Operating China's only EU-GMP conforming acetone Ginkgo extraction configuration, highlighting our chemical handling proficiency.
Six 20-ton fermentation tanks run controlled enzyme modifications to break down non-absorbable plant components.
A visual tour of our cleanroom production spaces, manufacturing equipment, and analytical testing centers.
Complete traceability, precision analytical instrumentation, and certified testing standards.
UniCare has established a leading and complete quality control system, and strictly controls the high quality of products in accordance with the quality system. With advanced testing instruments, strict control of product quality, to provide every customer with high quality products.
Detectable items include: Signature component detection (HPLC or UV), solvent residues GC, pesticide residues (organochlorine detection) GC-MS-MS, heavy metals (lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium, copper) ICP-MS microscopic identification, moisture, dry weight loss, ash, microbial limits, thin layer identification, weighing, conductivity, pH, sulfur dioxide residue, routine detection, etc.
| Quality Area | Specific Detection Items |
|---|---|
| Active Ingredient Analysis | Assay, Identification & Chromatographic Fingerprinting (High-performance liquid chromatography verification) |
| Hazardous Substance Analysis | Heavy metal profiling (Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury, Copper via ICP-MS), multi-class pesticide residues, residual extraction solvents (GC-Headspace) |
| Microbe Analysis | Total Aerobic Microbial Count (TAMC), Total Yeasts and Molds Count (TYMC), Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa |
| Raw Material Control | GACP cultivation monitoring, botanical identity validation, GMO-screening, allergen controls, geographical origin identification |
| Regulatory Standards Confirmation | Continuous alignment with GB standards, USP monographs, EP guidelines, US FDA CFR Title 21, and European Union Food Safety limits |
| Stability Verification | Real-time stability profiles and accelerated environmental aging tests (controlled temperature/relative humidity) to determine precise shelf life |
| Physical/Chemical Characteristics | Moisture (Karl Fischer / Loss on Drying), ash content, optical rotation, bulk/tapped density, particle size mesh distribution, pH values |
Our Central Lab is qualified by CNAS and features advanced testing instruments:
| Analytical Equipment Model | Quantity Available | Core Analytical Functions |
|---|---|---|
| UHPLC, Agilent 1290 | 2 Units | High-throughput quantitative mapping of complex compound matrixes and multi-component active assays. |
| HPLC, Agilent 1260 | 4 Units | Routine assays, compound identification, purity monitoring, and validation of active compounds. |
| HPLC, Shimadzu LC-20AT | 2 Units | Stability tracking, batch release verification, and backup analytical redundancy. |
| HPLC, Dionex (Diane) CU3000 | 2 Units | Precise ion chromatography and specialized sugar/glycoside profiles. |
| ELSD, Shimadzu 2000ES | 2 Units | Detecting compounds that lack UV chromophores, such as lipids, saponins, and carbohydrates. |
| GC, Shimadzu GC-2010 | 1 Unit | Quantifying trace volatile organic solvents and pesticide residues in final extracts. |
| AAS, Shimadzu AA-7000 | 1 Unit | Quantifying heavy metal loads (Pb, As, Hg, Cd) to comply with international regulations. |
Securing raw material quality at the agricultural level and driving extraction innovation.
UniCare invests 10% of our annual net profit in research and development. In addition to optimizing and developing the existing natural plant extraction process, we have also established a professional R&D department for the natural fermentation products. By increasing investment in natural fermentation products, we try to break through the traditional processes and disrupt industry development.
UniCare has deep cooperation with Beijing University of Chemical Technology in the field of fermentation, jointly developing and transforming the new raw materials of pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and natural health products into mass-produced products.
In order to control raw materials more efficiently and with higher quality, a raw material procurement system has been established, which extends procurement to every piece of planting land and can trace the raw materials of each batch of products. The storage of raw materials is operated according to the advanced quality management system process, and the content of active ingredients, moisture, ash, heavy metals, pesticide residues and other items of raw materials are strictly controlled.
At the same time, in order to further ensure the high quality of important products, UniCare cooperated with planting farmers to establish ginkgo leaf planting bases, epimedium planting bases, phellodendron planting bases, olive leaf planting bases, etc. Some of these bases are planted strictly in accordance with the GACP management model. In addition, we cooperate with seedling research and development companies to develop high-content seedling cultivation, and cultivate better seedlings through hybridization or gene optimization, so as to continuously reduce unit costs to benefit users.
Exploring functional application markets and China's industrial manufacturing advantages.
1. Ocular Health & Vision Care: Formulation of dietary capsules and softgels focused on reducing digital eye strain and improving night vision by promoting capillary regeneration in the retina.
2. Sports Nutrition & Muscle Recovery: Formulations that utilize the vasodilation properties of anthocyanins to improve peripheral blood flow, reduce muscle soreness (DOMS), and accelerate lactate clearance.
3. Anti-Aging Cosmetics & Skin Care: Topically applied serums and creams that leverage the radical scavenging properties of anthocyanins to help protect skin structures from UV radiation and environmental pollutants.
4. Functional Food & Beverages: Clean-label dry beverage mixes, functional teas, and carbonated beverages where natural deep colors replace synthetic colorants.
1. Geographic Access to Key Growing Zones: Our direct sourcing from high-latitude agricultural bases in Northeastern China ensures access to black currants with rich anthocyanin profiles due to significant day-to-night temperature variations.
2. Large-scale Processing Capacities: Processing up to 30,000 tons of plant materials annually allows us to stabilize prices and prevent seasonal market fluctuations.
3. Energy and Process Efficiency: Our continuous countercurrent extraction setup requires up to 40% less solvent and steam compared to batch systems, reducing carbon emissions and overall production costs.
4. Reliable Logistics Infrastructure: Strong partnerships with key shipping lines and proximity to major ports ensure timely B2B deliveries and consistent supply chains worldwide.
Answers to common technical, quality, and logistics questions from professional procurement teams.
We standardize active anthocyanins (typically at 25% or 35%) using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and UV-Vis spectrophotometry. This ensures consistent levels of key compounds like Delphinidin-3-rutinoside and Cyanidin-3-rutinoside across all production batches.
We use a food-grade ethanol and water extraction process. The residual ethanol is stripped using vacuum concentration, leaving residues well below USP and EU pharmacopeia limits (typically < 0.5%). We do not use chlorinated solvents in this process.
We use vacuum low-temperature evaporation and rapid spray drying to minimize heat exposure. The final product is packed in heat-sealed aluminum foil bags with desiccants and stored in temperature-controlled warehouses to prevent degradation.
Yes. Our agricultural raw materials are strictly non-GMO. Our extraction factories are certified Kosher and Halal, and we provide complete documentation for each batch.
Our standard MOQ for wholesale extracts is 25kg (packaged in standard drums). Lead times range from 7 to 15 days for in-stock materials, and up to 30 days for custom specifications requiring dedicated production runs.
High-purity botanical extracts developed for global nutraceutical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries.
