The pharmaceutical industry in Malaysia is one of the major manufacturing sectors that contribute not only to the well-being of the population but also in terms of economic output to the country. The global nutraceutical market is a growing industry. One of the main reasons for this growth is consumers’ greater awareness of their own health, especially as they age. On top of that, many people with chronic health issues and diseases turn to more natural methods instead of pharmaceutical solutions.
Also, due to poor nutrition in some places, there is an increasing emphasis on food fortification by governments. Overall, there is a great demand for these products. As a result, increasing demand for nutraceutical ingredients causes the price of raw materials to also rise.
What are Nutraceuticals?
Nutraceuticals (a combination of the words ‘nutrition’ and ‘pharmaceutical’), are standardized nutrients which the FDA regulates as dietary supplements and food additives . There are several types of nutraceuticals:
Dietary supplements. Vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbs, and enzymes marketed in various forms: tablets, capsules, gelcaps, softgels, powders, and liquids. Some popular dietary supplements include vitamin D, calcium, ginseng, and fish oil.
Functional foods. Fortified or enriched foods that are marketed beneficial to consumers’ health.
Medical foods. Prescribed by physicians and taken under medical supervision. Often given to surgical patients and premature babies.
Farmaceuticals (‘farm’ and ‘pharmaceutical’). Made from genetically-engineered crops or animals to provide more nutrients.
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List of Nutraceutical Companies In Malaysia
Sky Nutraceuticals
Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia
+60 4-501 6818
Unison Nutraceuticals Sdn. Bhd.
Pharmaceutical company
Ayer Keroh, Malacca, Malaysia
+60 6-232 1399
Advantic Nutraceuticals Sdn Bhd
No reviews · Food manufacturer
Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-8920 7386
Bionutricia Manufacturing (GMP, HACCP, JAKIM HALAL) Sdn Bhd
FMCG manufacturer
Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 12-661 8157
Nutraceutical Biotech Sdn Bhd
Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia
Duopharma Innovation Sdn Bhd/ Duopharma HAPI Sdn Bhd/Duopharma
Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-5569 6888
Biotropics Malaysia Berhad
Manufacturer
Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-5565 5600
GN Neutriceuticals Sdn Bhd
Pharmaceutical company
Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-8011 6375
TCT Nutraceuticals Sdn Bhd
Cosmetic products manufacturer
Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 12-688 6256
BioCare Group
Pharmaceutical company
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-7957 3555
D&O Nutraceutical Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd.
Food manufacturer
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
+60 13-511 1393
Nutra Choice Sdn. Bhd.
Health food store
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia · In Kelana Square
+60 3-7803 5997
Vita Healthcare Asia Pacific (M) Sdn Bhd
No reviews · Pharmaceutical company
Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-5569 6323
Milrin Pharmaceutical Co. (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Pharmaceutical company
Malaysia
+60 4-228 6042
Nuvanta Sdn Bhd
Pharmaceutical company
Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-5636 3758
Bionutricia Natural Pandan Leaf Extract Malaysia (GMP, HACCP, HALAL, FDA Registered)
Food manufacturer
Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 16-661 8510
Astrazeneca Sdn. Bhd.
Pharmaceutical company
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-7624 3888
Healol Pharmaceuticals Sdn. Bhd.
Pharmaceutical company
Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
+60 3-4142 7106
Range Pharma Sdn. Bhd.
Pharmaceutical company
Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
+60 3-6156 8708