Industry Overview
Curcumin is the principal natural yellow pigment and one of the major active constituents of turmeric, obtained from the rhizomes of Curcuma longa, a perennial herb belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Turmeric has been cultivated extensively across tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, and has been used for centuries as a culinary spice, coloring agent, and traditional medicinal ingredient.
Curcumin occurs naturally in turmeric and is characterized as an orange-yellow crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. Its phenolic and antioxidant properties have made it the subject of extensive scientific investigation, particularly concerning inflammation, oxidative stress, and other biological activities. Traditional applications of turmeric include its use in food, topical preparations, and various Ayurvedic and household remedies.
The report proposes a feasibility study for establishing a greenfield Curcumin Extraction Facility from turmeric, with an intended processing capacity of 2000 Kg/Day. The project covers raw materials, formulation, manufacturing processes, plant and machinery, utilities, environmental considerations, safety, quality control, plant layout, project management, risks, and financial aspects.
Cost Estimation
| Particulars | Value |
|---|---|
| Plant Capacity | 45 Kg./Day |
| Land & Building (4000 sq.mt.) | Rs. 1.50 Cr |
| Plant & Machinery | Rs. 1.63 Cr |
| Working Capital for 1 Month | Rs. 85 Lac |
| Total Capital Investment | Rs. 4.15 Cr |
| Rate of Return | 32% |
| Break Even Point | 59% |
Content Index
- INTRODUCTION
- TURMERIC GRADES
- BENEFITS OF CURCUMIN
- PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF CURCUMIN
- USES/APPLICATIONS
- PROPERTIES OF CURCUMIN
- BIS SPECIFICATION
- MARKET OVERVIEW
- RAW MATERIALS SCENARIO (INDIA AND GLOBAL)
- FORMULATION
- MANUFACTURING PROCESS
- PLANT & MACHINERY (BROADLY)
- UTILITIES REQUIREMENT (ESTIMATED - MONTH)
- WASTE EFFLUENT/FLUE GAS EMISSION (ESTIMATED)
- WASTE MANAGEMENT (ESTIMATED)
- SWOT ANALYSIS (CURCUMIN)
- LICENSES, CERTIFICATE AND QUALITY CONTROL
- RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS
- PLANT & MACHINERY SUPPLIERS/CONSULTANT/TURNKEY SUPPLIER
- PRINCIPLES OF PLANT LAYOUT
- PLANT LOCATION FACTORS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- POTENTIAL RISKS
- ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
- MITIGATION MEASURES (PROPOSED)
- HEALTH SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT
- SAFETY & OCCUPATIONAL MEASURE
- PROPOSED IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE
- PROJECT FINANCIALS
- PRELIMINARY PLANT LAYOUT
Appendix
- APPENDIX – A:
- 01. PLANT ECONOMICS
- 02. LAND & BUILDING
- 03. PLANT AND MACHINERY
- 04. OTHER FIXED ASSESTS
- 05. FIXED CAPITAL
- 06. RAW MATERIAL
- 07. SALARY AND WAGES
- 08. UTILITIES AND OVERHEADS
- 09. TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL
- 10. TOTAL CAPITAL INVESTMENT
- 11. COST OF PRODUCTION
- 12. TURN OVER/ANNUM
- 13. BREAK EVEN POINT
- 14. RESOURCES FOR FINANCE
- 15. INSTALMENT PAYABLE IN 5 YEARS
- 16. DEPRECIATION CHART FOR 5 YEARS
- 17. PROFIT ANALYSIS FOR 5 YEARS
- 18. PROJECTED BALANCE SHEET FOR (5 YEARS)
Frequently Asked Questions
Curcumin is a natural yellow pigment obtained primarily from the rhizomes of Curcuma longa, commonly known as turmeric. Turmeric has a long history of use as a spice, food coloring agent, and traditional medicinal ingredient, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. Curcumin is one of its principal active constituents and occurs naturally within turmeric along with other components. Industrial extraction separates curcuminoid compounds from turmeric to produce a more concentrated material for applications involving food, coloring, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and other specialized products.
Curcumin is used in food, coloring, traditional medicine, nutraceutical, and personal-care applications. Its strong yellow-orange color makes turmeric-derived curcuminoids useful as natural coloring materials, while its biological properties have supported extensive research into antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. The report also identifies applications associated with digestive support, joint health, and traditional therapeutic practices. Commercial applications depend on product specifications, purity, formulation, regulatory requirements, and the intended end use, so industrial processing generally includes appropriate quality-control and specification procedures.
Turmeric rhizomes from Curcuma longa are the principal raw material for curcumin extraction. The quality of the incoming turmeric can influence the characteristics and consistency of the extracted product. Important considerations include the turmeric grade, cleanliness, moisture condition, curcuminoid content, storage condition, and suitability for the intended extraction process. A commercial facility therefore needs a reliable raw-material sourcing system supported by inspection, testing, appropriate storage, and quality-control procedures.
A curcumin extraction feasibility report evaluates the technical, operational, environmental, and commercial aspects required to establish the facility. Typical areas include raw-material availability, formulation, manufacturing processes, plant and machinery, utilities, waste management, quality control, licenses, plant layout, location factors, project management, risks, safety, environmental impacts, implementation scheduling, and project financials. The report provided for this project also includes sections addressing turmeric grades, market conditions, suppliers, SWOT analysis, mitigation measures, and preliminary plant-layout considerations.
Consistent raw-material quality, controlled processing, product specifications, and effective quality-control procedures are central to curcumin production. Turmeric should be assessed for characteristics relevant to processing and the desired final product, while extraction and downstream operations should be controlled to achieve consistent product quality. The report specifically includes BIS specification and licenses, certificates, and quality-control sections. Depending on the intended application, manufacturers may also need appropriate analytical testing, traceability, hygienic processing, documented procedures, and controls for storage and handling.
A curcumin extraction plant should address waste generation, effluent, emissions, worker safety, occupational hazards, and responsible waste management. The project report includes dedicated sections for waste effluent and flue-gas emissions, waste management, anticipated environmental impacts, proposed mitigation measures, health safety and environment, and occupational safety measures. Appropriate controls should be integrated into plant design and operating procedures, with attention to material handling, equipment safety, process containment, ventilation, housekeeping, emergency preparedness, and compliance with applicable environmental and occupational requirements.
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