Exhibiting at IFEX Philippines 2025

Tropical Palm Herb Manufacturing is a Philippine-based manufacturer of herbal health supplements and natural wellness products, headquartered in Marikina City, Metro Manila. Founded by Arnel Sebastian Santiano, the company is dedicated to developing affordable, functional, and export-grade herbal products sourced from traditional Filipino medicinal plants.

Core Business and Product Portfolio

Tropical Palm Herb Manufacturing offers a diverse range of plant-based health and wellness solutions under the brands Tropical Blend and Tropical Palm Herb Mfg. Its key product categories include:

• Herbal Powders & Tea Flakes

  • Moringa (Malunggay), Turmeric, Ginger
  • Guyabano (Graviola), Lagundi, Sambong, Banaba
  • Bignay, Ampalaya (Bitter Gourd), Guava
  • Green Tea Premix (with optional sweetener)

• Herbal Capsules

  • Moringa Capsules
  • Mangosteen Capsules
  • Serpentina Capsules

• Juice & Tea Capsules

  • Instant powder-packed herbal blends for reconstitution as beverages

• OEM & Toll Manufacturing

  • Encapsulation services for startups and wellness brands
  • Custom product formulation and packaging support

These products are available in bottled capsules, resealable foil pouches, and bulk packaging formats.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

Tropical Palm Herb Manufacturing stands out for:

• Wide Botanical Range – Over 12 medicinal herbs processed into teas, powders, and capsules.
• Affordable Wellness Products – Targeting price-sensitive consumers without compromising efficacy.
• Encapsulation and Private Label Capabilities – Supporting emerging wellness brands and health shops.

The company fuses traditional Filipino herbal medicine with modern processing and formulation techniques, promoting holistic wellness.

Financial and Market Performance

As a micro-to-small enterprise, the company demonstrates steady growth with:

• Distribution in local health stores, online platforms, and regional resellers
• Regular participation in trade fairs and MSME exhibitions
• Expansion into toll manufacturing services, supporting local entrepreneurs

While financial data is undisclosed, the increasing SKU count and demand for Moringa- and Turmeric-based supplements reflect market traction.

Export and Global Reach

Tropical Palm Herb Manufacturing has begun international outreach by:

• Partnering with export consolidators targeting OFW-rich markets such as the U.S., Canada, and the Middle East
• Supplying bulk herbal capsules and blends for private-label export
• Developing export-compliant labeling and packaging for halal, natural, and wellness retail chains

The global appeal of Moringa, Graviola, and Lagundi boosts interest in Philippine herbal supplements internationally.

Target Market

The company targets:

• Health-conscious consumers and herbal remedy users
• Retail pharmacies and health food stores
• Exporters and consolidators of Filipino wellness products
• Startups seeking toll manufacturing for herbal capsules and teas

Their flexible production formats accommodate retail, institutional, and export needs.

Operational Capabilities

Operating from its facility in Marikina, the company maintains:

• Manual and semi-automated encapsulation lines
• Drying, milling, and mixing equipment for powder production
• Sanitized storage and labeling systems
• Packaging customization for house brands and OEM clients

These capabilities ensure consistency and safety across small-to-medium batch production.

Certifications and Compliance

• FDA Philippines Registered
• Products aligned with DOH-recognized medicinal plants
• Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for herbal product production
• Ongoing improvements for Halal and Organic Certification readiness

Compliance ensures customer safety and facilitates domestic and export transactions.

Customer Testimonials

Customers appreciate the affordability and effectiveness of their herbal capsules:

“Your guyabano and lagundi capsules helped me breathe easier during allergy season. Natural and effective!” – Herbal Store Owner, Taguig

“We rely on their toll manufacturing for our moringa line—very responsive and knowledgeable team.” – Wellness Brand Founder, Quezon City

Such endorsements reflect trust and satisfaction from B2C and B2B clients.

Major Achievements

• Launched over 20 SKUs of capsules, powders, and teas across 12+ botanical species
• Empowered local farmers and urban herbalists by sourcing from regional cooperatives
• Expanded to toll manufacturing and product formulation services for other health startups
• Regular exhibitor in Philippine SME and health trade shows

Tropical Palm Herb Manufacturing continues to contribute to the growth of the Philippine wellness sector by offering high-quality, affordable herbal products and supporting entrepreneurship in the natural health space.