Company & Capabilities
An overview of our development expertise, manufacturing infrastructure, and technical capabilities.
MM Herbs is a research-driven manufacturer and CDMO with integrated capabilities spanning process development, scale-up, and commercial manufacturing. Established in 2017, the company was built to bridge the gap between laboratory development and scalable, reliable manufacturing.
Supported by ISO-certified quality management systems, we operate as an integrated development and manufacturing partner, combining strong process understanding, scale-up expertise, and commercial production on a single platform to support customers across different stages of the product lifecycle with a focus on quality, consistency, and long-term supply.
Operating Model
MM Herbs operates as a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), integrating research, process development, and manufacturing within a structured operating model.
Our engagement typically spans:
Process development and route optimisation
Pilot-scale validation and scale-up
Commercial manufacturing and long-term supply
This integrated approach enables smooth technology transfer, reduced development risk, and consistent execution from development through commercialisation.
Facilities & Infrastructure
Our capabilities are supported by dedicated R&D and manufacturing infrastructure designed to address multi-chemistry, multi-product, and scalable manufacturing requirements across different stages of development and commercialization.
Research & Development Centre
Our R&D and process development activities are supported by a dedicated centre located in Bengaluru, focused on process development, optimisation, and reliable scale-up.
Key Capabilities
- Well-equipped laboratories for process and product development
- Pilot-scale facilities supporting scale-up and process validation
- Route scouting, process optimisation, and impurity profiling
- Close coordination between R&D, production, and quality teams to ensure effective technology transfer
The R&D centre plays a critical role in translating laboratory development into robust, scalable, and commercially viable manufacturing processes.
Manufacturing Facility
Our manufacturing facility is located in the KIADB Industrial Area, Mysuru, and is designed to support safe, flexible, and efficient multi-product operations across diverse chemistries.
Facility Highlights
- Approximately 2 acres of industrial land with ~10,000 sq. ft. of built-up production area
- Six dedicated production blocks enabling parallel manufacturing
- Reactor capacities ranging from 50 L to 8,000 L
- Reactors constructed in glass-lined, graphite, and stainless steel materials
- Installed manufacturing capacity of approximately 100 KL
The plant layout supports controlled material flow, effective segregation of operations, and consistent adherence to safety and quality requirements.
Aromatics & Nutraceutical Processing Capabilities
Our infrastructure also supports the development and manufacture of aromatics and nutraceutical ingredients, with controlled processing conditions, standardised operating parameters, and a strong focus on batch-to-batch consistency.
Facilities and systems are designed to support aroma-related applications and nutraceutical products while maintaining consistent quality, operational safety, and supply reliability.
Utilities, Storage & Material Handling
The manufacturing facility is supported by utilities, storage, and material handling infrastructure required for controlled and compliant operations.
- Cold storage facility (~150 cu. m.) for finished product storage
- Dedicated areas for quarantined, approved, and rejected materials
- Utilities designed to support a wide range of reaction conditions
- Structured material handling systems to ensure traceability and product integrity
These capabilities are supported by strong process understanding, safety assessments, and scalability considerations to ensure reliable transition from development to commercial manufacturing.
Reaction Capabilities
Grignard reaction
Friedel-Craft’s Reaction
Halogenation Reactions
Nitration, POCl3, Thionyl Chloride etc reactions
C-C bond reactions
High Temperature reactions (220 °C to 240 °C)
Low Temperature Reactions ( Up to -78 °C)
Highly Acidic Reactions
Chiral Synthesis
C-H activation reactions
Multi Step Synthesis of Complex Molecules/Targets
Challenging chemistry
High Vacuum Distillation
Hetero bond forming reactions
How We Support Our Customers
We believe there are no limits to what science can do. Research and development are the heart and soul of everything we do at Ganapa Life Science. We are a unique specialty chemical manufacturing company who specialize in high quality, affordable and innovative solutions in drug research.
MM Herbs offers integrated Custom Development and Manufacturing services across APIs, intermediates, specialty chemicals, aromatics, and nutraceutical ingredients under CRAMS and CDMO models.
Our capabilities span process optimisation, stabilisation, scale-up, and commercial manufacturing, enabling seamless transition from development to large-scale production. Supported by in-house R&D and analytical infrastructure, we are equipped to handle complex molecules, highly potent materials, and multi-step processes at both development and commercial scale.
Our experienced technical and operations teams work closely with customers to ensure:
Reliable execution across development and manufacturing stages
Timely project delivery aligned with customer expectations
Strong focus on quality, safety, cost efficiency, and supply reliability
Manufacturing activities are executed in appropriate facilities based on product characteristics, scale, and end-use requirements.
MM Herbs provides comprehensive Process Research & Development (PRD) support to address complex scientific and manufacturing challenges across the development continuum.
Our PRD activities focus on building robust, scalable, and reproducible processes, supported by systematic experimentation and strong scientific rationale. The chemical development team comprises experienced process chemists, chemical engineers, analytical scientists, safety professionals, and manufacturing experts, working collaboratively to deliver time-bound and practical solutions.
Key PRD capabilities include:
Route scouting and feasibility assessment
Process understanding and impurity profiling
Development of scalable and safe synthetic routes
Support for highly potent and technically challenging chemistries
Our team follows a phase-appropriate, fit-for-purpose development approach, ensuring efficient progression from early development to commercial readiness.
MM Herbs’ chemical process design and optimisation capabilities are focused on translating laboratory processes into commercially viable, safe, and cost-effective manufacturing routes.
Our scientists bring strong expertise across diverse areas of chemistry, working in close collaboration with clients to identify the most efficient synthetic pathways and process conditions.
Organometallic & Advanced Chemistry Expertise
Our laboratories are equipped to handle air- and moisture-sensitive catalytic and stoichiometric reactions, supporting advanced organometallic and transition-metal-mediated transformations.
Expertise includes:
Transition metal-catalysed cross-coupling reactions
(Suzuki, Negishi, Kumada, Stille couplings)Carbon–hetero bond forming reactions
C–H activation and metathesis reactions
Multi-step synthesis of complex targets
Additional capabilities support:
Library synthesis
Natural product analogues
Carbohydrate chemistry
Process design activities are supported by in-house analytical capabilities and safety assessment, enabling optimisation of yield, purity, robustness, and scalability.
To support increasing customer demand and larger batch requirements, MM Herbs operates manufacturing infrastructure designed for flexibility, scale, and multi-product operations.
Our facilities support development, pilot, and commercial manufacturing programs, with appropriate segregation and safety systems for handling complex and high-potency materials.
Our Area of Focus
Discovery, development, and supply of specialty products and advanced molecules for CRAMS and CDMO programs across pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and aromatics.
Development
Continuous improvement driven by scientific rigor, ensuring processes and procedures remain current, efficient, and execution-ready.
Quality
Quality is embedded across development and manufacturing, supported by ISO-certified systems, documented controls, and robust compliance practices.
Research & Development
A scientist-led R&D team focused on new product development and process improvement, enabling efficient translation from concept to scalable processes.
Process Development
Expertise in process development, optimization, and scale-up from laboratory to commercial production, with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and reliability.
Analytical Capability
Comprehensive analytical support for R&D and manufacturing, including in-process controls, final release testing, and stability studies aligned with ICH guidelines.