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Featured Botanical Therapeutics for Indian Markets

Providing high-purity active compounds and customized extract standardizations to meet strict global pharmacopeia and local FSSAI norms.

The Rise of Broccoli Seed Extract in India's Wellness Industry

As the Indian health and wellness sector pivots from reactive treatment to proactive cellular defense, active phytochemicals like Glucoraphanin (Sulforaphane Glucosinolate) have gained immense therapeutic interest. Sourced from the high-quality seeds of Brassica oleracea var. italica, Broccoli Seed Extract functions as a powerful precursor to Sulforaphane—the most potent natural activator of the Nrf2 pathway.

Across key industrial clusters like Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Delhi NCR, Indian formulators are rapidly integrating Broccoli Seed Extract into daily preventive health formulations, detox supplements, and advanced dermatological topicals. This surge is driven by a growing awareness of cellular health, liver purification, and anti-aging remedies among the expanding middle-class demographic.

However, securing a stable, highly concentrated, and heavy-metal-compliant supply of Glucoraphanin remains a critical challenge for Indian manufacturers. By bridging advanced botanical separation processes with local compliance protocols, UniCare offers a highly reliable link from certified cultivation fields to the Indian manufacturing floor.

India Market Market Insight

  • Nrf2 Pathway Targeting: Escalating demand for compounds that promote endogenous antioxidant production (GST, SOD) inside human cells.
  • FSSAI & AYUSH Compliance: Stricter regulatory oversight on imported botanicals, requiring comprehensive chromatographic verification and zero pesticide trace.
  • Industrial Scalability: The necessity for highly water-soluble, thermally stable extracts suitable for tablets, functional pre-mixes, and cosmetics.
Did you know? Sulforaphane from broccoli seed extract triggers Phase II detoxification enzymes in the liver, aiding in the excretion of airborne pollutants—a major environmental health priority in urban India.
UniCare Natural Ingredients Facility

About UniCare

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 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.

By leveraging global distribution networks and robust documentation standards, we guarantee seamless supply chain continuity for Indian pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturers alike.

UniCare Corporate Office and Partners

Company Philosophy

Guiding our extraction science, supply chain ethics, and strategic partnerships around the globe.

Value creation

Discover and create the new value of herb

Continuous innovation

Continuous innovation and improvement

Advanced technology

Advanced technology for highest quality

Community responsibility

Happy employees & community contribution

Production System

Why Choose Us?

UniCare attaches great importance to the hardware conditions of production equipment and operates the largest and most advanced extraction infrastructure. 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.

Production Facility Blueprint
GMP Certification

GMP Certified Factory

The facility has passed strict China GMP certification, adhering to top international hygiene standards.

EU-GMP & CEP

EU-GMP and CEP Certifications

EU-GMP and CEP for Ginkgo Biloba Extract has been certified, setting a high standard for our other key botanicals.

Intelligent Automation

Modern, Intelligent Automation

All extraction production lines adopt intelligent and automated control systems to minimize batch-to-batch variance.

Advanced Equipment

Advanced Extraction Technology

We own the most advanced extraction equipment in China, optimizing temperature and pressure controls.

High Capacity

30,000 Tons Annual Processing

High capacity enables us to meet massive bulk demands and ensure year-round supply stability for global buyers.

Diverse Production Lines

Six Highly Specialized Production Lines

Features 3 annular dynamic countercurrent extraction lines (10T & 15T), 2 multi-functional lines, and 1 round dynamic line.

Acetone Process Line

EU-Standard Acetone Extraction Line

We operate the only acetone process extraction line for Ginkgo Biloba in China meeting EU GMP standards.

Fermentation Capacity

6 Fermentation Tanks (120T Capacity)

Equipped with six 20-ton fermentation tanks for biocatalysis and production of enzyme-modified products.

Quality Control System

Strictest analytic validation using advanced chromatography and mass spectrometry to secure seamless FSSAI custom clearances in India.

UniCare's partner facilities have established a leading and complete quality control system, strictly controlling the high quality of products in accordance with global quality standards. Detectable parameters include: signature component assay (HPLC or UV), solvent residues (GC), pesticide residues (GC-MS-MS), heavy metals (Lead, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium, Copper) by ICP-MS, microscopic identification, moisture, dry weight loss, ash, microbial limits, thin layer chromatography (TLC) identification, and bulk density.

Quality Control Area Specific Parameters & Testing Standards
Active Ingredient Analysis Assay testing, chromatographic profiling, chemical identification (HPLC-DAD, UV-Vis)
Hazardous Substance Analysis Heavy metals profiling (Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury via ICP-MS), organochlorine pesticide residues, residual solvents (GC-FID)
Microbe Analysis Total plate count, Yeast & Mold count, pathogens screening (Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus)
Raw Material Control Pesticide residue pre-screening, allergen origin declaration, non-GMO certification, botanical origin traceability tracking
Laws & Regulations Confirmation Continuous alignment with IP (Indian Pharmacopoeia), USP, EP, and Chinese Pharmacopoeia (ChP), alongside FSSAI import regulations
Stability Test Accelerated and long-term stability studies under varied zone conditions to guarantee valid shelf-life
Physical/Chemical Properties pH value, moisture content, total ash, acid-insoluble ash, optical rotation, particle size distribution, bulk/tapped density

World-Class Analytical Instrumentation

Our centralized quality testing laboratory is certified to national testing benchmarks, ensuring that every batch of Broccoli Seed Extract and other botanical products is fully back-traceable and verifiable.

Equipment Name Manufacturer & Model Quantity Available
Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatograph (UHPLC) Agilent 1290 Series 2 units
High Performance Liquid Chromatograph (HPLC) Agilent 1260 Series 4 units
High Performance Liquid Chromatograph (HPLC) Shimadzu LC-20AT Series 2 units
High Performance Liquid Chromatograph (HPLC) Dionex CU3000 Series 2 units
Evaporative Light Scattering Detector (ELSD) Shimadzu 2000ES 2 units
Gas Chromatograph (GC) for Residual Solvents Shimadzu GC-2010 1 unit
Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) Shimadzu AA-7000 Series 1 unit
HPLC Columns Calibration

Research & Development

UniCare invests 10% of our annual net profit in research and development. In addition to optimizing and developing the existing natural plant extraction processes, we have established a dedicated R&D department for natural fermentation products. By increasing investment in biotechnology and enzyme modification, we break through the constraints of traditional extraction yield and lower production footprints.

UniCare maintains deep cooperation with the Beijing University of Chemical Technology in the field of fermentation. Together, we develop and convert novel pharmaceutical and cosmetic ingredients into stable, commercially viable mass-produced raw materials.

UniCare Fermentation Lab Research

Raw Material Planting & Sourcing

To control raw materials more efficiently and maintain premium quality, we run a rigorous procurement system that extends directly to each dedicated plot of land. This enables absolute batch-level traceability. Our raw material storage functions under strict GACP compliance guidelines, managing moisture, ash, heavy metals, and pesticide residues from the start.

We work in tandem with local farming co-ops to establish botanical bases, including Ginkgo biloba bases, Epimedium bases, Phellodendron bases, and Olive leaf planting bases. In addition, we partner with specialized breeding firms to select raw materials with naturally elevated active compound concentrations, driving down unit costs and passing those savings to our global B2B clients.

Botanical Planting Base and Harvesting

Production Facility & Operational Excellence

A visual insight into our large-scale extraction columns, automated concentration machinery, and cleanroom packaging spaces.

Technical Guide: Importing Broccoli Seed Extract to India

For research and procurement heads in Indian pharmaceutical hubs (such as Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Chennai), securing premium plant extracts is only the first step. Navigating import dynamics, compliance hurdles, and technical stability assays is crucial. Here is an overview of the key specifications for our Broccoli Seed Extract.

Primary Active Compound: Glucoraphanin

Glucoraphanin is a water-soluble glucosinolate. While it is biologically inert, it turns into active Sulforaphane once it interacts with the myrosinase enzyme (either endogenous to the plant or produced by human gut flora). Our processing methodologies stabilize this delicate molecular structure, preventing premature degradation during spray-drying and logistics.

Key Technical Specifications

  • Assay standardizations: 1% to 20% Glucoraphanin by HPLC-DAD detection.
  • Solubility: 100% water-soluble formulations, making them perfect for capsules, powdered drink blends, and functional beverages.
  • Thermal Stability: Heat-treated to ensure the inactivation of undesirable proteins while preserving the glucosinolate content.
  • Residual Solvents: Ethanol only (no class I solvents utilized), in strict compliance with USP & IP requirements.

India Customs & Regulatory Clearance Checklist

To import plant extracts into India, custom clearing and health authorities require verification at the Nhava Sheva (JNPT) or Chennai ports. UniCare supports Indian buyers by providing a comprehensive document package:

Document Required Importance for Indian Customs (FSSAI) UniCare's Support Standard
Certificate of Analysis (COA) Confirms compound assay percentages, microbial counts, and heavy metals. Supplied for every single batch via Agilent HPLC testing.
Non-GMO Certificate Mandated by India's Ministry of Environment and FSSAI. Certified 100% GMO-free non-irradiated seed sources.
Heavy Metal & Lead Assay India enforces strict limits on Lead, Arsenic, and Cadmium in botanicals. Independently tested via ICP-MS to beat FSSAI safety limits.
MSDS & Flow Chart Defines chemical properties and exact extraction solvent footprint. Comprehensive process flow charts and safety sheets provided.

By managing these analytical details at our factory before shipping, we ensure a smooth, worry-free customs clearance process for your imports into India.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Critical insights regarding order processing, technical stability, and shipping logistics to India.

1. What is the standard standardization of your Broccoli Seed Extract?
Our standard extracts are standardized to 1%, 5%, 10%, and 13% Glucoraphanin (Sulforaphane Glucosinolate) using HPLC analysis. We can also provide custom concentrations tailored to your formulation's exact requirements.
2. How does UniCare ensure the stability of the active Glucoraphanin?
We use a low-temperature vacuum drying process that preserves the heat-sensitive glucosinolate molecules. Additionally, each batch is sealed in double-layered pharmaceutical-grade polyethylene bags inside fiber drums to protect against humidity and oxidation.
3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for shipments to India?
For commercial formulation runs, our standard MOQ is 25 kg (one full fiber drum). For pilot trials or R&D formulations, we can arrange smaller sample shipments. Please contact our sales team to discuss your specific project needs.
4. Do your products comply with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)?
Yes. We supply comprehensive regulatory support packages, including non-irradiation certificates, non-GMO declarations, heavy metals analyses (ICP-MS), and residual solvent reports, ensuring full compliance with FSSAI regulations.
5. What is the shelf-life of your Broccoli Seed Extract?
When stored in its original, unopened packaging in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, our extract has a certified shelf life of 24 months. We also conduct real-time stability testing to support this duration.
6. Can we request an independent third-party lab verification?
Absolutely. While our CNAS-qualified laboratory tests every batch, we are happy to work with third-party analytical laboratories (such as SGS, Eurofins, or Intertek) to run pre-shipment tests at the customer's request.
7. What is the typical lead time for delivery to major Indian ports?
Once the order is confirmed and deposit cleared, manufacturing and quality release typically take 7 to 10 working days. Sea freight to major Indian ports (like Nhava Sheva or Chennai) takes approximately 14 to 20 days. Air freight is also available for urgent requirements, taking 3 to 5 days.
8. Are the extraction processes completely eco-friendly?
Yes. We utilize clean, green water extraction methods without any hazardous solvents like hexane or chlorinated hydrocarbons. This ensures the extract is clean-label, eco-friendly, and safe for consumers.