Technology for Powdered Azadirachtin-A Rich Concentrate from Neem

Introduction

An Indian institute has developed technology for preparation of powdered azadirachtin-A rich concentrate from neem and is interested in offering it for commercial production.

The powdered azadirachtin rich concentrate of neem is prepared from its fruits, seeds, kernel or cake by employing polar/ non polar solvents. The mixer of neem seed kernel/cake and polar/ non-polar solvents is put to extraction/ partitioning/ precipitation processes to get Powdered azadirachtin-a rich concentrate (20-30%).

Areas of Application

All industries engaged in manufacturing of neem based pesticide formulation may require azadirachtin - a concentrate for the preparation of formulation of desired azadirachtin strength.

Advantages

The process is easy and efficient.
Convenient to handle, pack and transport.
Neem based products have emerged as a viable option for pest control as against synthetic pesticides.

Production Capacity

The present process is being demonstrated on bench scale. Its scale up has to be undertaken in consultation with a chemical/plant designing/ fabricating engineer.

Stage of Development

Through lab-scale it has been transfered to one unit for Rs. 5 lakh plus 1.5%, royalty

Inputs Required

Major machinery: Stainless steal blenders, Distillation unit, Online filters, Storage tank, Seed decorticator,
Seed crusher and instrumentation including HPLC.
Raw material: Neem seed, solvents, chemicals etc.

Economic Data: Can be arranged on request.

Transfer Forms:

Know-how of bench scale level, performance guarantee would be furnished, if asked for.

Main Application:

Chemical Industry

Contact for more information

The Director
Technology Bureau for Small Enterprises
APCTT Building, Qutub Institutional Area
P.O. Box – 4575
New Delhi – 110016