The National Capital Region (NCR) of the Philippines, centered in Metro Manila, is undergoing a substantial industrial pivot toward nutritional health and wellness. Backed by the Department of Health (DOH) initiatives and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines promoting natural ingredients, local food conglomerates, beverage formulators, and cosmetic manufacturers are seeking premium raw plant extracts to satisfy sophisticated consumer demand.
Mulberry leaf powder (*Morus alba*) has emerged as a premium bioactive ingredient. Standardized containing 1-Deoxynojirimycin (DNJ), mulberry extract acts as a highly effective natural alpha-glucosidase inhibitor. In a country where metabolic conditions and blood sugar management are key public health priorities, food producers in Quezon City, Makati, and Taguig (BGC) are actively incorporating standardized mulberry extracts into functional dairy, RTD milk teas, high-fiber baking flour blends, and therapeutic dietary supplements.
Our industrial extraction processing provides Manila-based manufacturers with unmatched quality control parameters. With customizable particle sizes ranging from 80 to 200 mesh and standardized active contents of DNJ, flavonoids, and anthocyanins, our plant-derived mulberry ingredients adapt seamlessly to the warm, humid shelf-life challenges typical of the Philippine climate.
UniCare is a professional supplier of natural active ingredients. Our products are widely used in various fields such as dietary supplement, 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.
As standard-setters in the global supply of active botanicals, UniCare bridges the gap between scientific botanical farming and localized industry formulations in the Philippines. Our raw materials are harvested from certified cultivation bases operated under strict GACP (Good Agricultural and Collection Practices) guidelines. This direct connection to the agricultural base ensures that every kilogram of Mulberry Powder supplied to Manila is free from heavy metal overburdens and synthetic pesticide contamination.
In addition to our agricultural control, UniCare collaborates with seedling research firms to develop high-yield *Morus* cultivars. Through hybridization and molecular selection, we optimize the content of DNJ (1-Deoxynojirimycin) directly at the seedling phase, dramatically lowering the production cost of the finished extract. This cost-efficient roadmap directly benefits downstream wellness brands in the Philippines, enabling competitive retail pricing for health-conscious shoppers.
Our commitment to reliability is evidenced by a comprehensive testing infrastructure. The Central Lab is highly qualified and certified by CNAS. We implement complete analytical runs for every consignment bound for the Port of Manila, ensuring full compliance with both Chinese export rules and the Philippine Bureau of Customs / FDA regulations.
Our analytical assays cover signature component detection (HPLC or UV), solvent residues (GC), pesticide residues (organochlorine detection GC-MS-MS), heavy metals (ICP-MS), thin-layer chromatography, microbial limits, moisture content, and particle bulk density.
| Analytical Category | Quality Control Items & Parameters Tested |
|---|---|
| Active Ingredient Analysis | Assay testing (HPLC, UV), structural molecular identification |
| Hazardous Substance Analysis | Heavy metals (lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium, copper), pesticide residue, solvent residue GC |
| Microbe Analysis | Total aerobic bacterial count, Escherichia coli, Yeast & mould, specific pathogen testing |
| Raw Material Control | Pesticide residue at base level, allergen origin testing, Non-GMO verification, origin documentation |
| Laws & Regulations | Continuous regulatory compliance updates for China, EU, US FDA, and Philippines FDA |
| Stability Test | Accelerated shelf-life and real-time degradation studies under high humidity conditions |
| Others | pH value, moisture, ash, optical rotation, particle size distribution, bulk density |
Every quality test is carried out using cutting-edge instruments to guarantee precise readings:
| UHPLC, Agilent 1290 (×2) | Used for rapid, high-resolution compound separation and active ingredient standardization. |
| HPLC, Agilent 1260 (×4) | Dedicated to routine botanical assays, profiling flavonoids and organic compounds. |
| HPLC, Shimadzu LC-20AT (×2) | Provides high-reproducibility determinations for industrial batches. |
| ELSD, Shimadzu 2000ES (×2) | Evaporative light scattering detectors for sugars and non-chromophoric lipids. |
| Shimadzu GC-2010 (×1) | Identifies trace extraction solvents (hexane, ethanol, acetone) to ensure low residue limits. |
| Shimadzu AA-700 (×1) | Atomic absorption spectrometer for the quantification of heavy metals down to parts-per-billion (ppb). |
UniCare manages one of the largest and most advanced botanical extraction factories in China. The entirety of the production operations is guided by an automated control system, reducing human error and assuring uniformity across production runs.
We operate two modern GMP workshops featuring six multi-functional extraction lines. Importantly, we host the only Ginkgo Biloba Extract production line using an acetone process in China that strictly adheres to EU-GMP standards. In addition, our fermentation capabilities extend our portfolio to enzyme-modified custom products.
Six High-Capacity Extraction Lines: Featuring three annular dynamic countercurrent extraction lines (10-ton & 15-ton capacity), two multi-functional extraction lines (32 extraction tanks at 6 cubic meters each), and one round dynamic countercurrent extraction line.
Exclusive EU-GMP Acetone Line: Specially built for high-purity Ginkgo Biloba processes, meeting rigorous chemical limit rules.
Fermentation Capabilities: Six modern fermentation tanks (20-ton capacity each) dedicated to developing enzyme-modified products and novel bio-synthesized plant elements.
We invest 10% of our annual net profit in research and development. In addition to optimizing and developing the existing natural plant extraction process, we have established a professional R&D department for natural fermentation products. By increasing investment in natural fermentation products, we try to break through the traditional processes and disrupt industry development.
UniCare maintains deep cooperation with Beijing University of Chemical Technology in the field of fermentation, jointly developing and transforming new raw materials for 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.
UniCare cooperates 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 cultivate high-content seedlings to continuously reduce unit costs and benefit users.
Different industries require specialized physical and chemical properties. Our factory can modify Mulberry leaf powder parameters to suit specific localized products:
Manila’s thriving milk tea and functional beverage shops utilize water-soluble mulberry powder. It provides natural sugar-blocking functions (via DNJ) without altering the flavor profile or leaving grittiness in cold drinks.
For bakeries in Pasig and Makati looking to produce diabetic-friendly pastries. Standardized mulberry leaf powder is blended into flour mixes to slow starch conversion, offering a clean-label dietary solution.
Used by pharmaceutical contract manufacturers in Calabarzon and Metro Manila for encapsulation. Fine powder (120 mesh) provides easy processing, uniform fill weight, and consistent batch-to-batch active ingredient content.
Complementing our premium mulberry extracts, we offer a range of specialized botanicals widely requested by pharmaceutical and nutritional compounding lines in Metro Manila:
Tropical climates like that of the Philippines pose physical stability challenges for natural plant powders. Standard mulberry leaf extracts are often highly hygroscopic, meaning they absorb moisture from ambient air, causing clumping and physical degradation over time.
To overcome this issue, UniCare’s engineering team has developed a specialized technical roadmap focusing on Microencapsulation Technology. By wrapping the active DNJ molecules in a food-grade maltodextrin or gum arabic matrix, we reduce direct exposure to moisture. This allows our powder to remain free-flowing, preventing clogging during industrial powder filling and tableting operations in local Manila factories.
Furthermore, our compliance support covers the requirements of the Philippine FDA Center for Food Regulation and Research (CFRR). We supply our clients with comprehensive certificate sets (CoA, Allergen Statements, GMO-free Statements, and heavy metal testing charts) to expedite the Certificate of Product Registration (CPR) process, shortening your time-to-market.
With advanced extraction capabilities, UniCare provides high-purity ingredients to support functional food and beverage formulations in Manila:
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