Dr. S. K. Upadhyay

Our foundation

Dr. S. K. Upadhyay

Som Herbal Specialities is an India-based manufacturer and exporter of herbal and Ayurvedic formulations, delivering high-quality, plant-based products to domestic and international markets. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of scientifically validated herbal supplements, Ayurvedic formulations, and botanical wellness products, combining traditional Indian knowledge with modern quality systems.
Founded by Dr. S. K. Upadhyay, a senior scientist with over 50 years of experience in medicinal plant research and chemotaxonomy, Som Herbal Specialities is built on a strong scientific foundation. Dr. Upadhyay has served as a Scientific Advisor to the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, and has mentored numerous doctoral researchers in plant-based chemical ingredients and herbal standardization. His lifelong work forms the scientific backbone of Som Herbal Specialities.

50+ Years of Experience in Medicinal Plant Research

Our capabilities

From botanical knowledge to finished product

Science-led Ayurvedic manufacturing

Som Herbal Specialities manufactures a wide range of herbal and Ayurvedic products, including:

  • Herbal capsules and tablets
  • Botanical powders and blends
  • Herbal infusions and wellness formulations
  • Plant-based nutritional supplements

This integrated approach allows us to offer consistent, reproducible, and export-ready herbal products suitable for regulated international markets.

Controlled sourcing and traceability

We strongly believe that the quality of herbal products begins at the source. Wherever possible, our raw materials are cultivated and processed under direct supervision, ensuring:

  • Correct botanical identification
  • Traceability from farm to finished product
  • Minimal contamination and adulteration risk
  • Preservation of natural phytochemical profiles

This controlled sourcing model enables us to meet the expectations of global buyers seeking clean-label, traceable, and responsibly manufactured herbal ingredients and formulations.

Manufacturing and quality systems

Our manufacturing facility operates with structured processes aligned with Ayurvedic manufacturing standards and modern quality control practices. Key focus areas include:

  • Raw material inspection and standardization
  • Batch-wise manufacturing and documentation
  • In-process and finished product quality checks
  • Hygienic handling and compliant packaging

We emphasize process discipline, documentation integrity, and repeatability, making our products suitable for private label manufacturing, bulk supply, and export partnerships.

Product portfolio

Som Herbal Specialities manufactures a wide range of herbal and Ayurvedic products, including:

  • Herbal capsules and tablets
  • Botanical powders and blends
  • Herbal infusions and wellness formulations
  • Plant-based nutritional supplements

Our formulations are developed to support wellness through plant-origin vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds, aligned with traditional Ayurvedic knowledge and modern consumer expectations.

Crafted for confidence

Our commitment to global partners

We position ourselves as a long-term manufacturing partner, not merely a supplier. Our commitments include:
• Scientific transparency
• Ethical sourcing and manufacturing
• Regulatory awareness for international markets
• Consistent quality and supply reliability
At Som Herbal Specialities, we believe that Ayurveda and herbal science must be represented globally with credibility, precision, and responsibility.