Ingredient Categories
Six category families, sourced from documented Indian producers and matched to the requirements of your market. Enquiries are welcome beyond the ingredients shown here.
Ayurvedic Ingredients
The foundational botanicals of Ayurveda - India's classical system of medicine. These are the adaptogens, rasayanas, and tonic herbs that global supplement brands, functional food producers, and wellness formulators are building their most credible product lines around.
Available from producers, by enquiry:
- GMP certified
- FSSAI licensed
- Organic (NPOP/NOP)
- Standardised extracts available
Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera
Root extract standardised to withanolides, and root powder. One of the most widely traded Ayurvedic adaptogens.
Shatavari
Asparagus racemosus
Root powder and extract. A classical Ayurvedic tonic used in women's wellness formulations.
Brahmi
Bacopa monnieri
Aerial extract standardised to bacosides, and powder. Used in cognitive-support supplement formulations.
Herbal Extracts
Concentrated botanical extracts with defined active content - standardised by HPLC, UV, or gravimetric methods. Supplied as dry powders, liquid extracts, or encapsulated forms. Batch CoA, SDS and origin documents are requested with every enquiry.
Available from producers, by enquiry:
- HPLC-standardised actives
- ISO 22000 / ISO 9001
- Halal & Kosher available
- Documentation for EU, UK, US imports
Tulsi Extract
Ocimum tenuiflorum
Leaf extract standardised to ursolic acid and eugenol. Used by functional tea and supplement brands.
Boswellia Extract
Boswellia serrata
AKBA-standardised Indian frankincense extract. A widely used joint-health ingredient.
Guduchi Extract
Tinospora cordifolia
Stem extract and powder, standardised to customer specification. A classical Ayurvedic herb.
Botanical Powders
Whole-plant and single-part botanical powders - dried, milled, and sieved to specification. Used in finished supplements, functional foods, teas, smoothie blends, and cosmetic formulations. Available in conventional, organic, and spray-dried formats.
Available from producers, by enquiry:
- Organic NPOP / NOP certified
- Mesh size to specification
- Heavy metal tested
- Pesticide residue screened
Moringa Powder
Moringa oleifera
Leaf powder containing all essential amino acids, with notable iron and micronutrient content. Used in health food and functional food products.
Amla Powder
Phyllanthus emblica
Indian gooseberry fruit powder, a recognised natural source of vitamin C. Used in supplement, hair care and food formulations.
Neem Powder
Azadirachta indica
Leaf and seed powder. Widely used in cosmetic formulations, nutraceutical capsules, and functional wellness products across EU, UK and Middle East markets.
Nutraceutical Ingredients
Active botanical ingredients for inclusion in dietary supplements, functional foods, and nutraceutical formulations. We request full technical documentation from the producer, including CoA, SDS and stability data, to support procurement in regulated markets.
Available from producers, by enquiry:
- GMP, ISO 22000
- EU Novel Food status guidance
- Producer FDA food facility registration
- Full technical dossier available
Curcumin (Turmeric Extract)
Curcuma longa
Standardised to 95% curcuminoids. Among the most researched botanicals, and a core supplement ingredient.
Piperine (Black Pepper Extract)
Piper nigrum
Standardised to 95% piperine. Commonly paired with curcumin in supplement formulations.
Triphala
Amla, Haritaki, Bibhitaki
The classical Ayurvedic three-fruit formula, as standardised extract and traditional powder. Used in digestive wellness formulations.
Essential Oils
India is an established origin for essential oils, from steam-distilled spice oils in Kerala to CO₂-extracted botanical oils. Batches are GC-MS tested by the producer, with quality documentation requested for every enquiry.
Available from producers, by enquiry:
- GC-MS tested by the producer
- IFRA compliance guidance
- Food grade and cosmetic grade
- Halal certified available
Cardamom Oil
Elettaria cardamomum
Steam-distilled from Kerala green cardamom pods. Used in fragrance, food flavouring and aromatherapy.
Vetiver Oil
Chrysopogon zizanioides
Indian vetiver (khus) - steam-distilled root oil with a distinctive earthy, woody profile. A key base note in luxury fragrances and a growing ingredient in ayurvedic skincare formulations.
Ginger Oil
Zingiber officinale
CO₂ and steam-distilled from Indian ginger rhizomes. Used in food flavouring, digestive wellness formulations, and sports recovery products across all major global markets.
Natural Wellness Ingredients
Edible botanicals, functional flowers, and wellness-grade plant ingredients used in herbal teas, functional beverages, beauty supplements, and natural cosmetic formulations. From rose petals to hibiscus, sourced at origin and processed to specification.
Available from producers, by enquiry:
- Food-grade processing
- Organic NPOP certified
- GMP handling and storage
- Functional beverage grade
Rose Petals
Rosa damascena
Dried whole rose petals, used in herbal teas, Ayurvedic skincare and beauty formulations.
Hibiscus
Hibiscus sabdariffa
Dried calyx used in herbal teas, functional beverages and wellness formulations for its colour and flavour.
Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla
Dried chamomile flowers, whole and cut grades available. A staple of herbal tea blends.
Documentation-first, for every ingredient
We know that documentation is the difference between a sample that converts and one that stalls in your procurement process. For every enquiry, we request a documentation package from the producer, matched to your market's import requirements.
Insights
Guides by topic
Buyer guides grouped by subject, from origin and certification to market entry and pricing.
- Lakadong turmericOrigin, curcumin content, certifications, testing, pricing and market entry for Meghalaya turmeric.27 guides
- Turmeric origins and trading structuresErode, Salem, Nizamabad, Alleppey, Sangli and beyond: how origin and trading structure change what you buy.17 guides
- Market entry by regionRegion-by-region guides to selling and importing Indian herbal ingredients, from the EU to the Gulf.14 guides
- Compliance, certifications and trade documentsCertifications, regulatory frameworks, HS and HSN codes and the paperwork behind each shipment.14 guides
- Sourcing process and commercial termsFirst orders, RFQs, minimum quantities, Incoterms, sourcing models and private-label routes.12 guides
- Quality, testing and traceabilitySupplier evaluation, audits, testing requirements, quality agreements and traceability.6 guides
- Extracts, ingredients and pricingIngredient guides, extract versus powder, and what drives the price of Indian botanicals.11 guides
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