Explore our premium standard herbal extracts manufactured with advanced multi-functional extraction technologies.
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) has transitioned from a fundamental dietary vegetable to a cornerstone of the global functional food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries. The catalyst behind this global demand is the high concentration of glucoraphanin (sulforaphane glucoside) found within its seeds and sprouts. When metabolized, glucoraphanin is converted by the enzyme myrosinase into Sulforaphane (SFN), which is widely recognized as one of the most potent natural activators of the Nrf2 signaling pathway, unlocking cellular cytoprotective mechanisms.
As international markets increasingly favor preventive health formulations, the demand for stable, high-purity broccoli seed extracts has surged. Industry reports project the global market size of broccoli-derived bioactive compounds to expand at a steady CAGR of over 7.8% through 2032. China, due to its specialized agricultural infrastructure and technological progress in botanical separation processes, has emerged as the leading global manufacturer and exporter of these highly complex biochemical formulations.
UniCare is a professional supplier of natural active ingredients. Our products are widely used in various fields such as dietary supplements, food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. We focus on product development and quality stability, and insist on growing together with our customers around the world.
UniCare maintains deep cooperation with several excellent Chinese manufacturers who operate with comprehensive quality management system certifications, including but not limited to GMP, EU-GMP, CEP, ISO9001, ISO22000, and HACCP. Each factory is equipped with advanced testing devices to ensure the long-term stability and high quality of every batch.
Contact Our Tech TeamOur operational framework is driven by four core principles dedicated to maximizing efficacy and scientific progression.
Discover and create the new value of herbs through meticulous research, extraction, and standardization of biological pathways.
Commit to constant optimization of raw materials, hybrid breeding, and extraction process enhancements to maximize bio-activity.
Deploy cutting-edge molecular isolation, purification, and intelligent automated control systems for optimal consistency.
Make employees happy, foster community development, and establish sustainable eco-friendly green production systems.
Our manufacturing partner is equipped with China's largest and most technologically advanced extraction infrastructure, optimized for scalability and quality assurance.
UniCare attaches great importance to the hardware specifications of production equipment. Our primary production line is managed through a modern, intelligent, automated control system.
Currently, our manufacturing infrastructure includes two GMP-certified workshops featuring six multi-functional extraction lines. Among these is a specialized, EU-GMP compliant acetone process line (the only one of its kind in China) configured for high-purity processing. Additionally, we run specialized fermentation lines and traditional processing facilities to process up to 30,000 tons of herbal raw materials annually.
Our extraction facilities have passed the national China GMP audit, validating our systematic protocol adherence.
Recognized internationally, our processes meet European Pharmacopoeia and EU Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines.
Every step, from temperature hold to pressure separation, is controlled via DCS automated systems to maintain batch homogeneity.
Equipped with advanced dynamic countercurrent systems that enhance yield while preserving thermal-sensitive bio-actives.
Includes three annular dynamic countercurrent lines (10T & 15T capacities) and two multi-functional extraction setups containing 32 standard extraction tanks.
Operates the sole specialized acetone-process extraction line in China that aligns directly with strict European standards.
A visual insight into our state-of-the-art cleanroom, instrumentation facilities, and dynamic extraction floors.
Our Quality Assurance department enforces strict control protocols utilizing world-class analytical instrumentation to ensure safety, efficacy, and compliance.
UniCare has established a leading and complete quality control system, strictly maintaining high product quality in accordance with global regulatory parameters.
With advanced testing instruments, we monitor critical metrics: Active constituent assays (HPLC/UV), organic solvent residues (GC), multi-class pesticide residues (GC-MS-MS), heavy metals (lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium, copper) (ICP-MS), microscopic botanical identification, water content, total ash, microbial limits, thin layer chromatography (TLC), density, and sulphur dioxide limits.
Our analytical core centers around a state-of-the-art central laboratory qualified by CNAS, guaranteeing that all tests conform to ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
| Analytical Equipment | Quantity | Primary Analytical Application |
|---|---|---|
| UHPLC, Agilent 1290 | 2 Sets | Ultra-high resolution signature component profiling & speed assays |
| HPLC, Agilent 1260 | 4 Sets | Routine quantitative assay verification & purity metrics |
| HPLC, Shimadzu LC-20AT | 2 Sets | Secondary ingredient identification & validation redundancy |
| GC-MS-MS / Gas Chromatography | 1 Set (Shimadzu GC-2010) | Volatile organic compounds, residual solvents & pesticide traces |
| ICP-MS / Atomic Absorption | 1 Set (Shimadzu AA-700) | Ultratrace toxic heavy metal quantization (Pb, As, Hg, Cd) |
Our systematic control standards are structured to satisfy the regulatory profiles of key global markets, including North America, the European Union, and Asia-Pacific.
| Quality Parameter Area | Specific Analytical Focus | Compliance Reference / Thresholds |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient Analysis | Assay, molecular identification, isomer profiling | Compliance with EP / USP monograph specifications |
| Hazardous Substance Analysis | Heavy metals (ICP-MS), pesticide residue, solvent residue | USDA Organic / EC 396/2005 limits |
| Microbe Analysis | Total Aerobic Count, E. coli, Yeast & Mould, Salmonella | USP <2021> / <2022> dietary supplement standards |
| Raw Material Control | Pesticide tracing, allergen origin, GMO verification, GACP agricultural history | Full identity preservation from seed to finished lot |
| Stability Verification | Real-time and accelerated shelf life under controlled humidity/temperature | ICH Guidelines (Q1A-Q1E validation) |
How UniCare secures raw materials and optimizes extraction biochemistry through strategic academic partnerships.
UniCare invests 10% of our annual net profit into research and development. In addition to optimizing traditional plant extraction processes, we have established a dedicated laboratory focusing on natural fermentation and enzymatic transformation.
We maintain a deep collaboration with Beijing University of Chemical Technology, working together to develop and scale up innovative active compounds for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and functional health applications.
To ensure complete quality control from the very source, we have implemented a comprehensive raw material traceability program that monitors individual plots of agricultural land.
In partnership with local farmers, UniCare manages dedicated cultivation bases for Ginkgo leaf, Epimedium, Phellodendron, and Olive leaf. These cultivation sites follow strict GACP (Good Agricultural and Collection Practices) guidelines. We also work closely with agronomic research centers to cultivate crop strains with high bioactive yields, helping to reduce costs for our customers.
Our strategic roadmap outlines the technological advancements driving our research in phytochemical extraction and bio-availability.
Optimizing endogenous myrosinase preservation during extraction. This ensures complete conversion of glucoraphanin to active sulforaphane, maximizing potency.
Applying advanced encapsulation techniques using food-grade lipid matrices to protect unstable sulforaphane from thermal and gastric degradation.
Collaborating with molecular agronomy partners to select and breed non-GMO seed cultivars with high concentrations of glucoraphanin.
How UniCare supports diverse industry requirements through specialized formulation design and supply stability.
Our standardized broccoli extracts are optimized for hard capsules, tablets, and powdered formulas. We guarantee consistent active compound percentages, minimal excipient requirements, and reliable dissolvability.
We supply water-dispersible, organoleptically optimized glucoraphanin powders designed to enhance the nutritional profile of functional foods and wellness beverages without compromising taste or texture.
Leveraging the antioxidant benefits of Nrf2 activation, our topical-grade broccoli seed extracts are processed to limit color interference, making them ideal for protective and anti-aging skincare lines.
Detailed answers to common questions regarding our sourcing, chemistry, stability, and production processes.
Consistent, traceable, and GMP-standard plant extracts to support your formulation and manufacturing requirements.
