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Plant Bioactive Extracts: annatto seed extract, passion fruit seed extract, jabuticaba extract, hop extract, Custom Extraction Processes & Natural Ingredients
Rubian Extratos is an innovation-driven biotechnology company based in Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in the development, extraction, and commercialization of high-value bioactive compounds from Brazilian biodiversity. Through sustainable and patented processes, Rubian delivers next-generation plant extracts with functional properties for the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and food industries. ## Core Business and Offerings Rubian operates at the intersection of technology and sustainability, transforming agro-industrial residues into premium botanical extracts with health-promoting properties. Its core offerings include: - Plant-Based Bioactive Extracts: Derived from underutilized Brazilian fruits and seeds. - Annatto Seed Extract (Bixa orellana) – High in tocotrienols and geranylgeraniol, with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory applications. - Passion Fruit Seed Extract (Passiflora edulis) – Rich in piceatannol and other polyphenols for skin health and metabolic function. - Jabuticaba Peel Extract (Plinia cauliflora) – Anthocyanin-rich extract with anti-aging and vascular benefits. - Hop Extract – Targeted applications in anti-inflammatory and hormonal balance supplements. - Custom Extraction Services: R&D and pilot-scale extraction for B2B clients developing proprietary botanical solutions. ## Specialisation and Core USP Rubian's primary differentiators lie in its deep-tech innovation and sustainable extraction practices: - Utilization of by-products from Brazilian agriculture, transforming waste into high-value bioactives. - Proprietary green extraction technologies with zero use of synthetic solvents. - Collaboration with top universities and researchers to validate extract efficacy and safety through peer-reviewed studies. ## Financials and Market Positioning As an early-stage company backed by innovation grants and accelerators, Rubian is part of Brazil’s emerging bioeconomy startup scene: - Participated in AgNest, Pulse Hub by Raízen, and BiotechTown innovation ecosystems. - Secured funding and support from FAPESP PIPE, SEBRAE, and BNDES innovation programs. - Estimated R&D investment exceeding R$1 million (USD $200,000) in the first three years of operation. The company is recognized as a pioneer in Brazil’s functional ingredient export ecosystem, leveraging native biodiversity for global health and wellness trends. ## International Projects and Trade Activity While primarily focused on the Brazilian market, Rubian has initiated international partnerships: - Export interest from European nutraceutical companies seeking traceable Amazonian and Cerrado botanicals. - Ongoing discussions with cosmeceutical formulators in France and South Korea. - Selected by APEX-Brasil for global promotion of innovative Brazilian ingredients. ## Target Market Rubian targets businesses that prioritize natural, scientifically validated, and sustainable ingredient solutions: - Nutraceutical and functional food brands - Personal care and cosmeceutical manufacturers - B2B R&D departments looking to co-develop exclusive extracts - Clean label and organic product formulators ## Capabilities - Pilot-scale facility capable of processing over 200 kg/day of raw plant material - Expertise in: - Supercritical CO₂ and hydroethanolic extraction - HPLC and UV-vis compound analysis - Microencapsulation and ingredient stabilization - Customizable extract profiles based on client needs (solubility, pH stability, flavor masking, etc.) ## Certifications and Compliance Rubian ensures all regulatory and quality controls are in place: - Compliance with ANVISA and Brazilian food & cosmetic standards - Active pursuit of organic and vegan certifications - Traceability protocols from raw material sourcing to batch-level quality reports ## Customer Testimonials > “Rubian’s piceatannol-rich passion fruit extract helped us enhance the antioxidant profile of our skin beauty supplement line. Their scientific validation gave us confidence.” > — Director of Product Innovation, Nutraceutical Company (Brazil) > “The team at Rubian brings the right mix of technical expertise and passion for sustainability. Their extracts helped us replace synthetic ingredients without compromising performance.” > — Formulator, Natural Skincare Brand (EU) ## Major Achievements - Named Top 10 AgriTech Innovators by StartAgro Brazil (2023) - Co-authored 3+ published scientific papers validating the efficacy of annatto and passion fruit seed extracts - Partnered with University of Campinas (UNICAMP) and Embrapa for bioavailability research - Contributed to over 10 product launches in the wellness and beauty sectors in Brazil using Rubian extracts