Cyperus rotundus (Nagarmotha) Manufacturing Plant Setup – Herbal Oil & Extracts for Global Export

Cyperus Rotundus (Nagarmotha / Nut Grass) – High-Value Medicinal & Aromatic Business Opportunity

Overview:

Cyperus rotundus, commonly known as Nagarmotha, is a medicinal herb with aromatic rhizomes, traditionally used in Ayurveda, Unani, and global herbal markets. Native to India, especially in forest areas like Bastar, it holds high demand for pharma, cosmetic, food & fragrance industries.

Its essential oil and powdered extracts are valued for digestive health, skin care, perfumery, insect repellents, and wellness formulations.

Business Ideas Using Cyperus Rotundus:

1. Cyperus Rotundus Essential Oil Unit

Steam distillation of dried rhizomes
Used in perfume bases, aromatherapy oils, and natural insect repellents
High demand in Europe, UAE, USA for natural fragrances

2. Cyperus Rotundus Powder Manufacturing

Fine powder for Ayurvedic formulations, digestion, and detox products
Supplied to pharma companies & wellness brands
Exported in bulk for health supplements

3. Herbal Skincare Products

Used in making anti-acne creams, face packs, and herbal soaps
Popular ingredient in natural deodorants & skin toners

4. Herbal Tea & Detox Blends

Dried Cyperus Rotundus used in detox teas and liver support infusions
Combined with herbs like giloy, ashwagandha, turmeric for wellness blends

5. Natural Pest Repellent Products

Eco-friendly pest repellent powders, sprays, and incense sticks
High demand in organic farming & household products

6. Veterinary Herbal Products

Used in cattle care products for digestion & deworming solutions

Processing Setup Guide:

Raw Material Procurement

Collection of wild Cyperus Rotundus roots or cultivation in agroforestry projects
Drying, cleaning, and grading of rhizomes

Processing Units Needed

Steam Distillation Unit (for essential oil extraction)
Grinding & Pulverizing Machines (for herbal powder)
Mixing & Packaging Units (for end products)

Packaging Requirements

Food-grade packaging for powder & teas
Glass bottles for essential oils
Eco-friendly packaging for export

Export Potential & Global Demand:

USA, Europe, Japan – Demand for organic essential oils & skincare ingredients
UAE & Southeast Asia – Herbal wellness products & perfumery bases
B2B Bulk Orders for cosmetic, pharma & aromatherapy industries
HS Code (for export): 12119029 (Medicinal Plants)

Certifications & Licensing:

FSSAI License (for edible products like tea)
Ayush License (for Ayurvedic formulations)
Essential Oil Export License
Organic Certification (NOP, EU Organic) for premium markets
GST, MSME, IEC Registration

Tribal & Rural Relevance:

Cyperus Rotundus collection supports tribal livelihoods in Bastar & forest areas
Low investment, high-value product for NTFP-based income generation
Scope for SHG clusters & small processing units

Profitability Tip:

“Cyperus Rotundus Essential Oil” is priced high in international markets due to its fixative properties in perfumes.
Small distillation units can earn 3x more profit than raw selling.

Land Availability & Project Support:

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