Ching Tian Agriculture Co., Ltd., operating under the brand Uncle Lemon, is a leading Taiwanese agrifood company specializing in lemon-based wellness products and natural health supplements. Headquartered in Pingtung, Taiwan, the company integrates sustainable farming with innovative product formulation to deliver premium lemon-derived health foods to domestic and international markets.
Core Business
Ching Tian Agriculture’s core business focuses on the vertical integration of lemon cultivation, processing, and the development of functional lemon-based consumer products. The company controls every step of the value chain—from planting and harvesting to extraction, formulation, packaging, and export—ensuring high-quality, traceable production aligned with wellness industry standards.
Product and Service Offerings
Uncle Lemon's product range includes:
Lemon-Based Nutritional Capsules:
- Pure Lemon Capsule – Rich in vitamin C and flavonoids, designed for immune support.
- Honey Lemon Capsule – Combines citrus extract with Taiwanese longan honey for digestive health.
- Kumquat Lemon Capsule – Supports respiratory wellness with citrus-polyphenol synergy.
- Sea Salt Lemon Capsule – Electrolyte-balanced formula for hydration and fatigue recovery.
- Smoked Plum Lemon Capsule – Inspired by traditional East Asian herbal remedies.
- Galacto-Oligosaccharide Lemon Capsule – Prebiotic-enhanced for gut microbiota health.
Powdered Beverages:
- Soluble lemon powder drinks ideal for health-conscious consumers seeking convenience and nutrition.
Condiments:
- Longan Honey – Locally sourced and used as a natural sweetener for lemon drinks and capsules.
These products are available in retail, e-commerce, and export-ready formats with multi-language packaging.
Specialization and Unique Strengths
- Traceable Lemon Farming: All lemons are grown on pesticide-free farms in southern Taiwan using environmentally responsible practices.
- Patented Lemon Extracts: Advanced cold-extraction and encapsulation technology preserves vitamin C and polyphenols.
- High Bioavailability Formulas: Designed to improve absorption and health benefits through encapsulated nutrient delivery.
- Premium Brand Identity: Uncle Lemon emphasizes clean labeling, fun packaging, and natural sourcing, making it ideal for health-conscious millennial consumers.
Financial and Export Performance
Although financials are not disclosed publicly, data from industry platforms and company disclosures show:
- Annual Capsule Sales Volume: Estimated over 1.2 million packs domestically and overseas.
- Export Markets: Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and the U.S.
- Online Sales Growth: 3x YoY increase via their own e-commerce portal and Shopee/Tmall platforms.
- Top-Selling SKU: Honey Lemon Capsule, accounting for nearly 35% of total annual revenue.
The brand has seen exceptional performance in health-focused product categories, particularly among urban and female consumers.
Target Market
Ching Tian Agriculture serves:
- Health and Nutritional Supplement Retailers
- E-commerce Health Platforms
- Functional Food Distributors
- Wellness and Lifestyle Boutiques
- Private Label Buyers in Japan and Southeast Asia
Uncle Lemon products appeal to young professionals, health-focused families, and consumers seeking natural immunity and gut health boosters.
Capabilities
- In-House R&D Lab: Formulation and stability testing of new functional blends.
- GMP-Certified Facility: Full traceability and hygiene control from raw lemon to finished capsule.
- OEM/ODM Services: Available for private label lemon powder, extracts, and capsule formulations.
- Sustainability Commitments: Recyclable packaging and zero-waste lemon processing.
Certifications and Compliance
The company holds several food safety and export-related certifications:
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- HACCP Certification
- Taiwan FDA Product Approvals
- HALAL Certification (for selected SKUs)
- SGS Lab Testing Compliance – Heavy metal and pesticide residue reports available.
All products are formulated in compliance with export regulations for Asia-Pacific, EU, and U.S. markets.
Customer Testimonials
“Uncle Lemon’s Honey Lemon Capsules have become a part of my daily wellness routine. Easy to take, no synthetic additives, and they taste fantastic.”
— Verified Customer Review, Shopee Taiwan
“We’ve added Uncle Lemon capsules to our health food category in Tokyo. They sell out every month. The packaging and clean label appeal to Japanese consumers.”
— Retail Partner, Shinjuku, Japan
Major Achievements
- Ranked #1 in Taiwan's Natural Lemon Product Category by online health retailers in 2023.
- Participated in FOOD TAIPEI, BIO Asia Taiwan, and Natural Products Expo West.
- Developed over 12 lemon-derived SKUs in capsules and beverage formats.
- Partnered with Taiwanese research institutes for citrus polyphenol efficacy studies.
- Featured in Taiwan's Agricultural Branding Export Program led by the Ministry of Agriculture.
Ching Tian Agriculture Co., Ltd. continues to lead Taiwan's lemon innovation frontier, offering a model of vertically integrated, science-driven agrifood production that aligns health, nature, and consumer needs through its celebrated Uncle Lemon brand.
