Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Bangalore, Indfrag Biosciences has established itself as a global leader in the manufacturing of botanical extracts, oils, and ingredients. With state-of-the-art facilities in Tamil Nadu and Vietnam, the company delivers high-quality natural actives—such as Centella Asiatica, Boswellia Serrata, neem, rosemary, matcha green tea, pongamia, and alginic acid from seaweed—to the beauty, wellness, food, and personal care industries. Its operations adhere to rigorous standards, backed by certifications including ISO 9001, HACCP, Kosher, Halal, Fairtrade, UEBT, and NSF, ensuring both quality and ethical sourcing.
Today, Indfrag focuses on delivering premium botanical extracts for the cosmetics, food, and nutrition sectors. With three advanced manufacturing units, it offers exceptional scalability—from milligrams to multi-ton volumes—precisely tailored to client specifications. Over 35 years of experience has enabled Indfrag to build a robust global supply chain, reaching across Eastern Europe, Ghana, Madagascar, and Indonesia. Its ingredients power the formulations of leading brands across the EU, Americas, and Asia.
Sustainability remains a core pillar of Indfrag’s mission. The company actively pursues carbon neutrality by 2025, zero waste-to-landfill goals, and clean water initiatives. It champions green chemistry, full supply chain traceability, and inclusive growth. Through targeted community engagement, it has uplifted over 4,000 partners—boosting incomes by 67% in regions like Madagascar and India. A dedicated CSR team steers its environmental, social, and governance programs in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reaffirming Indfrag’s commitment to responsible, future-ready growth.
In an exclusive conversation with The Interview World at CosmohomeTech 2025, Dr. Prashant Shankar Hegde, Chief Scientific Officer at Indfrag Biosciences, shared the company’s latest innovations in anti-aging, antioxidant, and natural lifestyle products. He emphasized the purity, safety, and efficacy of its ingredients, shed light on the end users benefitting from these solutions, and discussed the role of global regulatory bodies and accreditations that validate the company’s uncompromising standards. Here are the key insights from his compelling exchange.
Q: Could you elaborate on the key innovations Indfrag Biosciences has introduced in the areas of anti-aging, antioxidants, and natural lifestyle products? How are these innovations setting new benchmarks in the industry?
A: At Indfrag, one of our most distinctive innovations lies in how we’ve revolutionized Centella asiatica extract. We didn’t just extract it—we meticulously deconstructed it into its key bioactive components: Genins, Acetic Acid, Triterpenes, and TECA. Each of these fractions enables us to develop targeted, high-performance technologies with remarkable applications for both hair and skin. In skincare, these components are especially effective for anti-aging, moisturization, acne treatment, and stretch mark reduction.
What truly sets our offering apart is the quality and origin of the raw material. We source Centella asiatica from Madagascar, a region in East Africa where it is not only abundantly cultivated but also sustainably harvested. The plant material we use is exceptionally rich in active compounds, ensuring superior potency and efficacy compared to conventional market alternatives.
Today, Indfrag stands as one of India’s largest manufacturers of this specialized extract. We proudly export it to clients across the globe—delivering unmatched purity, innovation, and performance in every batch.
Q: Are the ingredients developed by Indfrag Biosciences entirely natural, and how do you ensure their authenticity and purity throughout the manufacturing process?
A: Our ingredients are 100% natural—without exception. We adhere strictly to green chemistry principles in every step of our process. Most of our extracts are crafted using hydroalcoholic or water-based methods, ensuring maximum efficacy with minimal environmental impact. Importantly, we completely avoid non-polar solvents, setting a higher benchmark for safety, purity, and sustainability in botanical extraction.
Q: Could you share insights into the key industries and end-user segments that utilize Indfrag Biosciences’ ingredients?
A: We serve both B2B and B2C segments, delivering value across the supply chain. On the B2C front, we partner with product companies that incorporate our raw materials into their formulations. Additionally, we supply to a network of distributors and agencies that collaborate with downstream partners globally.
However, when it comes to Centella asiatica, we take a more direct approach. We work exclusively with product companies, providing them with our advanced, proprietary technologies to power their formulations. This direct engagement ensures optimal integration and performance of our innovations in their end products.
Q: Given that many anti-aging and skincare products on the market are known to cause side effects, how does Indfrag Biosciences ensure its ingredients are both safe and effective?
A: We have invested extensively in R&D to unlock the full potential of our raw materials. Our formulations have undergone rigorous validation for both safety and efficacy. Through a combination of in vitro studies and clinical consumer trials, we have generated compelling data that consistently demonstrates high-performance results—fully aligned with the claims we make and the benefits we market.
Simply put, we offer one of the most advanced and reliable technologies in the industry—proven to be both safe and highly effective.
Q: Which accreditation bodies or regulatory organizations have certified Indfrag Biosciences’ products and ingredients, and what do these certifications signify in terms of quality and compliance?
A: We actively collaborate with leading global organizations such as the Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT) and comply with the Nagoya Protocol, both of which reinforce our commitment to sustainable and ethical sourcing. Our Centella asiatica extract is COSMOS-certified, affirming its compliance with the highest international standards for organic and natural cosmetics.
In addition, we’ve secured key certifications such as Fair for Life for raw materials like Pongamol, along with Rainforest Alliance certification—further validating our commitment to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship. Collectively, these certifications position our products for seamless acceptance in global markets, meeting the most stringent regulatory and ethical benchmarks.
