Sudeep Pharma was incorporated as ‘Sudeep Pharma Private Limited’ as a private limited company on December 21, 1989 in Gujarat at Ahmedabad. Thereafter, the company was converted into a public limited company and the name of the company was accordingly changed to ‘Sudeep Pharma Limited’. The company was subsequently converted back to a private limited company and the name of the company was accordingly changed from ‘Sudeep Pharma Limited’ to ‘Sudeep Pharma Private Limited’. Further, pursuant to the special resolution passed by the shareholders dated August 17, 2024 and the company was converted into a public limited company and consequently, the name of the company was changed to ‘Sudeep Pharma Limited’.

The company is a technology led manufacturer of excipients and specialty ingredients for the pharmaceutical, food and nutrition industries. It is one of the largest producers of food-grade iron phosphate for infant nutrition, clinical nutrition, and the food and beverage sectors. It is one of the largest exporters of mineral ingredients for pharmaceutical, food and nutrition industries from India to global markets. It is one of few companies with certification of suitability issued by the Council of Europe (CEP) and written confirmation certification for sale of calcium carbonate as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the European Union. 

It leverages its inhouse developed technologies for processes such as encapsulation, spray drying, granulation, trituration, liposomal preparations and blending in an effort to drive innovation in its operations. It has established a presence in both, domestic and international markets. 

Business area of the company 

The company along with its subsidiary companies is engaged in business of manufacturing of excipients and specialty ingredients for the pharmaceutical, food and nutrition industries and is dedicated to contributing to the global healthcare ecosystem by providing excipients and specialty ingredients. It develops solutions that enhance vitality, functionality, and efficiency in consumer products.

Business verticals of the company

• Pharmaceutical, Food and Nutrition Business - The company provides mineral-based ingredients for a wide range of applications in the pharmaceutical, food, and nutrition industries. Its offering includes essential mineral salts such as calcium, zinc, iron, potassium, magnesium, sodium, simethicone and copper.
• Specialty Ingredients Business - The company develops and manufactures innovative specialty ingredients, which serve various sectors such as food, nutrition, pharmaceuticals, and health supplement. Its offering includes Micro-nutrient Premixes, Liposomal Ingredients, Encapsulated Ingredients, Spray Dried Ingredients and Granulated Ingredients.
• Triturates - The company’s Tritunova line of triturated nutrients provides a uniform micronutrient blend on a carrier substrate, ensuring consistent distribution of active nutrients when incorporated into final products.

Awards, accreditations and recognition 

• 2008: ‘Certificate of Appreciation for the years 2008-09 in the Exports category of Small Scale Industries’ awarded by Pharmexcil to the company.
• 2016: ‘Appreciation for contribution as a Business Partner’ awarded by Abbott to the company.
• 2021: ‘Certificate of Membership’ awarded by PRM Industries Association to the company’s Indian material subsidiary, Sudeep Nutrition Private Limited.
• 2021: ‘Appreciation for contribution during COVID’ awarded by Abbott to the company.
• 2023: ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ awarded by the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI), Hyderabad to the company’s Indian material subsidiary, Sudeep Nutrition Private Limited.
• 2023: ‘Excellence Award for Excellence in Innovative Ingredients Manufacturing’ awarded by ASSOCHAM to the company’s Indian material subsidiary, Sudeep Nutrition Private Limited.
• 2023: ‘Suppliers Summit 2023 Award’ awarded by Herbalife to the company’s Indian material subsidiary, Sudeep Nutrition Private Limited.
• 2023: ‘Global Indian MSME of the Year in Manufacturing’ awarded by The Economic Times to the company at ‘The Economic Times MSME Awards 2023’.
• 2023: ‘Customer Centric Business Partner’ awarded by Abbott to the company.
• 2024 ‘FRK Manufacturing Excellence Award’ awarded by Millers for Nutrition to the company’s Indian material subsidiary, Sudeep Nutrition Private Limited.

History and milestones

• 1989: Incorporation of the company.
• 2017: The company obtained USFDA certification for mineral based ingredients.
• 2020: Incorporation of the company’s subsidiary, Sudeep Pharma USA Inc.
• 2021: Incorporation of the company’s subsidiary, Sudeep Nutrition Private Limited.
• 2022: The company obtained written confirmation certification for sale of calcium carbonate as an active pharmaceutical ingredient.
• 2023: Incorporation of the company’s subsidiary, Sudeep Pharma B.V.
• 2024: Incorporation of the company’s subsidiary, Sudeep Advanced Materials Private Limited.
• 2024: The company’s subsidiary, Sudeep Nutrition Private Limited, introduced liposomal encapsulation of nutrients for enhanced absorption.
• 2025: Acquisition of the company’s step-down subsidiary, Nutrition Supplies and Services (Ireland) Limited.