Extraction Method | Pharmaceutical, dietary supplements | Industry: Ethanol extraction (may denature compounds) Our Base: Solvent extraction (hexane-free, FDA 21 CFR 173.310 compliant) ▲ Our Advanced: CO₂ supercritical extraction (preserves volatile compounds) ▲▲ | Higher purity in solvent method; CO₂ retains bioactives | Solvent requires careful removal; CO₂ is costlier ($0.50/g vs $0.30/g) |
Certification Standards | Global market access | Industry: Basic GMP compliance Our Base: NOP, Kosher, EU Organic (meets 3 major standards) ▲ Our Advanced: USDA Organic + Non-GMO Project Verified ▲▲ | Expanded market reach; Advanced offers premium trust | Higher cost for certifications (+20% markup) |
Product Form | Easy integration, storage | Industry: Liquid extracts (requires refrigeration) Our Base: Powder (100-200 mesh, ISO 3696) ▲ Our Advanced: Microencapsulated powder (shelf life +12 months) ▲▲ | Powder is easier to handle; microencapsulation improves stability | Liquid forms have shorter shelf life (6 months vs 24 months) |
Grade/Quality | Food vs pharmaceutical use | Industry: Industrial grade (non-food) Our Base: Food grade (FDA 21 CFR 182.20 compliant) ▲ Our Advanced: Pharmaceutical grade (USP/NF standards) ▲▲ | Food grade ensures safety; pharmaceutical grade for higher potency | Pharmaceutical grade requires stricter testing (+15% cost) |
Packaging Options | Bulk vs retail distribution | Industry: Bulk bags (moisture-prone) Our Base: Vacuum-packed drums (ISO 15159) ▲ Our Advanced: Nitrogen-flushed, UV-resistant containers ▲▲ | Better preservation; Advanced prevents oxidation | Higher packaging costs (Advanced: $50/ drum vs Base: $30/drum) |
Specification (Concentration) | Dosage requirements, cost-effectiveness | Industry: 1:1 (raw herb equivalent) Our Base: 10:1 (10kg herb → 1kg extract) ▲ Our Advanced: 20:1 (enhanced potency) ▲▲ | Higher concentration reduces usage; Advanced offers stronger efficacy | Higher cost per unit (Advanced: $200/kg vs Base: $150/kg) |