Moiz Khorakiwala

Director

The information is shattering previously established notions about the health and beauty industry. Rising awareness of the potentially lifelong impact of heavy chemicals in nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and cosmeceuticals is pushing consumers to go back to the basics. Ancient wisdom rooted in organic and conscious living are coming to the spotlight, and with it, the demand for organic, pure, and natural ingredients is rising. The modern health-conscious consumer seeks ingredients that offer functional benefits like immunity support, anti-aging, and stress relief, which is propelling the demand for botanical extracts and traditional herbs.

Within this landscape, authenticity and quality become defining factors, and this is where Global Merchants, a 2-star export house stands out. A leading manufacturer and exporter of a broad range of herbal extracts, natural essential oils, personal care extracts, and preventive care products, the company caters to global botanical extract demand. Present in over 50 countries, the company adheres to top global certifications like IFS, USDA Organic, and EU Organic standards, offering natural, organic, and plant-based ingredients.

Robust Product Portfolio

Targeting the health supplements, personal care, food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, and nutritional and dietary supplements industries, the company has established a robust portfolio of products. Its product lines comprise essential oils, herbal extracts, organic products, fruit powders, food ingredients, and enzymes. Within each of these categories, the company offers a myriad of products, manufactured and tested to align with the desired quality and consistency standards. Through rigorous tests conducted at internationally accredited third-party labs, the firm assures product integrity.

Global Merchants’ range of essential oils encompasses ajwain seed oil, basil oil, cardamom oil, cumin seed oil, garlic oil, and lemongrass oil. Under the ambit of herbal extracts, it offers products like bamboo extract, ashwagandha extracts, black pepper extract, capsaicin 95 percent, aloe vera, and amla extract. Aligned with global demands, its organic products range consists of products like tulsi, coriander seeds, curry leaves, and brahmi. Its fruit powder range comprises offerings like cranberry powder, and broccoli powder, while the food ingredients range encompasses unique products like bee pollen granules, and fumaric acid, and enzymes like bromelain, and protease make up for its current enzyme range of products.

“To stay aligned with evolving demand, we closely track industry data, customer feedback, and emerging health trends to identify the most sought-after extracts. We proactively adapt our product portfolio to reflect market needs whether it is Ashwagandha for stress management, Turmeric for inflammation, or newer botanicals like Cissus Quadrangularis or Moringa”, shares Moiz Khorakiwala, Director, Global Merchants.

In addition to the pre-curated range of offerings, the company also offers customized solutions to fulfill the specific client needs. Flexible manufacturing and packaging solutions tailored as per varied industry needs, manufacture of specific concentrations, extract ratios, or clean-label declarations are all offered by the company.

“Recognising the importance of customizations in this domain, from bulk shipments for formulation houses to private-label packaging for consumer brands, we support end-to-end customization. This adaptability allows us to serve a wide range of clients from multinational corporations to boutique wellness brands, with equal commitment and precision”, adds Moiz Khorakiwala.

Quality & Supply Chain Differentiation

To boost quality, the company amalgamates ancient wisdom with modern science to leverage advanced extraction techniques that ensure purity and efficacy. Techniques like cold processing, solvent-free extraction, and supercritical CO? extraction are utilized extensively for their ability to retain the full phytochemical profile of each plant without compromising on safety or environmental impact. Quality assurance is not just integrated in the final stages, but begins at the source, and carries forward across all stages. Raw material inspections, production process setup aligned with GMP, IFS, and ISO guidelines and verification of final products through third-party labs are central to Global Merchants’ operations.

Committed to transparency, the company leverages a well-structured supply chain network, beginning from the first point of raw material sourcing to the final delivery. Empowered by this, the firm guarantees that premium quality herbal extracts are delivered. Collaborating with certified farmers, ethical growers, and responsible suppliers is an integral part of this supply chain. The firm focuses on traceability and fair-trade practices, emphasizing sourcing of wildcrafted, organic, and non-GMO botanicals which are grown by implementing sustainable agricultural methods. Not only does it ensure transparency and quality, but also successfully protects biodiversity and environmental integrity through these practices.

“Through partnerships with local growers and efficient resource planning, we ensure an uninterrupted supply of high-demand ingredients, even during seasonal fluctuations or market disruptions. This capability to anticipate and deliver consistently makes us a preferred partner for brands across the globe”, further shares Moiz Khorakiwala.

With a strong supply chain network, Global Merchants has also established prominence for timely delivery and global compliance. Its robust logistics network, warehousing partnerships, and a responsive documentation process keeps operations streamlined, facilitating on-time fulfillment across continents. For facilitating seamless customs clearance and market access, every product batch is accompanied by certificates of analysis (COAs), MSDS.

Future Roadmap

With robust R&D capabilities, Global Merchants has maintained agility, aligning its operations and products with emerging industry trends. Its proactive approach has identified a rise of plant-based nootropics, gut-healthfocused botanicals, and beauty-from-within supplements as upcoming trends in this industry. The firm also anticipates a rapid increase in demand for region-specific herbs and immunity-boosting blends. For the coming years, it aims to continue investing in emboldening its R&D capabilities to expand in these emerging areas, and exploring untapped segments like pet nutrition and sports recovery.

In the long-term, the company plans to work towards its vision of becoming a global force, shaping the landscape of herbal wellness. To achieve its aspirations, it aims to strengthen its product portfolio consistently, creating a massive repository of standardized, high-performance plantbased ingredients.

“We aim to expand our manufacturing footprint, increase strategic collaborations, and launch a line of branded wellness products. With a focus on innovation, quality, and environmental responsibility, Global Merchants seeks to set new benchmarks in the herbal extracts space and create a legacy of impact, both economically and socially”, concludes Moiz Khorakiwala.

With a legacy of excellence backing it up, and recognitions to fuel its drive, the company is on the path to elevate the industry, deepening its commitment to a healthier, more sustainable world through the power of nature.

Inspiring Entrepreneurs & Growing Businesses

• A trailblazer in the herbal extracts market, Global Merchants strives to guide businesses entering this sector to prioritize understanding of regulatory requirements.

• Drawing from its experience, the firm also recommends upcoming businesses to build a deep respect for the raw material and invest in traceability, ethical sourcing, and quality control, if the aim is long-term success.

• The firm also emphasizes the important role of strategic partnerships with experienced manufacturers such as itself for gaining a competitive edge in a fierce industry. It emphasizes the pivotal role of these partnerships for new players in navigating the complexities of the domain.

• Global Merchants also strives to encourage aspiring businesses to focus on long-term value creation rather than short-term profits, which will help them thrive and get rewarded, while also gaining the satisfaction of making a positive impact on health and the environment.