Hunan Nutramax Inc.（湖南绿蔓生物科技股份有限公司）is a leading Chinese manufacturer and global exporter of high-purity botanical extracts, natural sweeteners, and health-promoting nutraceutical ingredients. Based in Changsha, Hunan Province—known for its rich biodiversity and herbal heritage—Nutramax has built a strong international reputation for quality, innovation, and scientific rigor.
Company Background
Established in 2008, Hunan Nutramax Inc. operates with a mission to deliver science-backed natural ingredients to the global food, beverage, dietary supplement, and pharmaceutical industries. With a fully integrated supply chain—from cultivation to extraction and quality control—the company exports to over 60 countries worldwide, including North America, Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
Nutramax's facility in Changsha includes advanced laboratories, GMP-certified manufacturing lines, and pilot production areas that support R&D, scale-up, and custom formulation services.
Core Business
Hunan Nutramax focuses on:
- Natural Sweeteners: Low-calorie and non-GMO sugar alternatives for food and beverage use.
- Standardized Botanical Extracts: Clinically relevant plant-based actives for supplements and functional products.
- Health Nutrients and Actives: Targeted ingredients supporting metabolic, cognitive, and immune health.
Product Portfolio
Natural Sweeteners
- Monk Fruit Extract (Luo Han Guo): Up to 98% Mogroside V, zero-calorie, heat-stable, ideal for clean-label sugar reduction.
- Sweet Tea Extract (Rubus suavissimus): Natural sweetener and anti-inflammatory botanical used in teas and beverages.
- Stevia Extract: Rebaudioside A and Stevioside variants, 50%-98% purity, widely used in beverages, snacks, and tabletop sweeteners.
Botanical Extracts
- Ginseng Extract: Standardized to ginsenosides for energy and immune support.
- Ginkgo Biloba Extract: 24/6 standard (24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones) for cognitive function and circulation.
- Rhodiola Rosea Extract: Salidroside and rosavin-rich extract for adaptogenic and anti-fatigue formulations.
Health Ingredients
- Coenzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone): For cardiovascular and cellular energy support.
- Lutein & Zeaxanthin: Derived from marigold flowers, used in eye health supplements.
- Milk Thistle Extract (Silymarin 80%): Liver health, detoxification, and antioxidant support.
Unique Selling Proposition
- Vertical Integration: Control from raw material cultivation to final ingredient production.
- High-Purity Manufacturing: Proprietary extraction and purification methods.
- Global Regulatory Readiness: Ingredients meet USP, EP, JP, ChP, and Food Codex specifications.
Target Markets
- Functional Food & Beverage Companies
- Nutraceutical & Supplement Manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical Ingredient Suppliers
- Natural Cosmetics and Personal Care Brands
- Health Product Distributors
Export & Shipment Records
According to global trade data sources:
- Nutramax has completed over 500 international shipments from 2020 to 2024.
- Major markets: United States, Germany, Japan, Canada, and South Korea.
- Key exported products include Monk Fruit Extract, Stevia, Coenzyme Q10, and Ginkgo Biloba Extract.
- Packaged in 1 kg to 25 kg food-grade drums, compliant with international shipping and documentation requirements.
Financial Overview
- Estimated annual revenue: ¥250–300 million (approx. USD 35–42 million).
- Export revenue comprises over 70% of total business.
- Sustained annual growth rate exceeding 18% CAGR, driven by increasing demand for sugar alternatives and adaptogenic botanicals.
Certifications & Quality Systems
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
- ISO 9001 and ISO 22000
- Halal and Kosher Certified
- Non-GMO, Allergen-Free, and Vegan-Compliant products
- Routine third-party testing (e.g., Eurofins, SGS) for heavy metals, pesticide residues, microbiology, and active content.
Industry Participation & Recognition
- Regular exhibitor at Vitafoods Europe, SupplySide West, CPhI Worldwide, and FIC China.
- Recognized as a Top Export-Oriented Nutraceutical Supplier in Central China.
- Partnered with TCM and nutrition research institutes for clinical validation of traditional botanicals.
Achievements
- Developed high-purity 98% Mogroside V monk fruit extract, now a benchmark product for global beverage brands.
- Successfully scaled clean-label botanical ingredient solutions for more than 200 B2B clients worldwide.
- Patented proprietary extraction methods for Rhodiola and Ginseng bioactives.
Hunan Nutramax Inc. continues to lead the innovation curve in botanical science and functional nutrition, delivering potent, safe, and globally trusted ingredients tailored for the future of health and wellness.
