Indena S.p.A.
Milan, Italy
Profile updated: April 2, 2026
Indena is an Italian company dedicated to the identification, development, and production of high-quality active principles derived from plants for the pharmaceutical and health food industries. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Milan, Indena operates four production sites and five international branches, managing sales in more than 80 countries. Their proprietary Phytosome delivery system improves the bioavailability and effectiveness of botanical extracts, documented in published research. Indena holds more than 100 patents and produces standardized botanical extracts including curcumin, milk thistle (silymarin), green tea, grape seed, ginkgo, and boswellia, among others. Approximately 90% of turnover comes from international markets.
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Public records and independent sources have been reviewed.
What this means →Min. OrderMOQ (Minimum Order Quantity)The smallest production run a manufacturer will accept for an order.
Not publicly disclosed
Lead TimeLead TimeThe time from order placement to finished product delivery.
Not publicly disclosed
Product Types
Standardized Botanical Extracts, Phytosome Bioavailability Formulations, Curcumin Extracts, Milk Thistle (Silymarin), Green Tea Extracts, Grape Seed Extracts, Boswellia Extracts, Ginkgo Extracts
Capabilities
Botanical Extract Manufacturing, Phytosome Delivery Technology, Standardization & Quality Control, R&D and Clinical Research Support, Custom Extract Development, Patent Licensing (100+ Patents)
Certifications
0 of 1 certification independently confirmed. What this means
Key Regulatory Concepts
Dietary supplement manufacturers must comply with 21 CFR Part 111 (Current Good Manufacturing Practice for dietary supplements). This includes requirements for personnel, facilities, equipment, production, laboratory operations, and record-keeping.
Review Notes
Italian botanical extract specialist founded 1921, headquartered in Milan. Proprietary Phytosome delivery system for enhanced bioavailability. 100+ patents, four production sites, five international branches, sales in 80+ countries. US-dedicated website (indena.com/us) confirms North American market focus. Independent coverage in WholeFoods Magazine and Nutraceutical Business Review. One of the oldest and most established botanical ingredient companies globally. EU-based manufacturing; US buyers should verify FSVP compliance for imports.
Sources
- Indena Official Website (US)(2026-04-02)
- WholeFoods Magazine — Indena on 100 Years of Botanical Excellence(2026-04-02)
Disclosures
- No material connection exists between Inventory Ready and this company
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