Vitamin D3 Production Cost Reports

The report provides a detailed analysis essential for establishing a Vitamin D3 manufacturing plant. It encompasses all critical aspects necessary for Vitamin D3 production, including the cost of Vitamin D3 production, Vitamin D3 plant cost, Vitamin D3 production costs, and the overall Vitamin D3 manufacturing plant cost. Additionally, the study covers specific expenditures associated with setting up and operating a Vitamin D3 production plant. These encompass manufacturing processes, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure needs, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, and more.

Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble vitamin that finds major applications in the medical sector. It is widely used as an additive in the production of various foods and supplements. It is commonly used in fortified foods like milk, juices, and cereals. It also finds its application for treatment of conditions associated with low levels of calcium and phosphate within the body. It proves effective in treating disorders such as familial hypophosphatemia, pseudohypoparathyroidism, and hypoparathyroidism.  It also helps in preventing bone loss in patients with osteoporosis.

The demand for Vitamin D3 is predominantly led by its involvement in the dietary supplements and nutrition industries to enhance health, which significantly promotes its market growth. Its application in manufacturing a variety of fortified foods and supplements further promotes its demand in the food and beverage industry. Its usage in the treatment of specific health conditions related to calcium and phosphate metabolism largely boosts its demand in the medical and healthcare industries. Additionally, the cost and the availability of raw materials (Sheep’s wool), their application in the nutrition industry, source and purity, regulatory compliance, distribution, and quality standards are some crucial factors that influence industrial Vitamin D3 procurement on a large scale.

Raw Material for Vitamin D3 Production

According to the Vitamin D3 manufacturing plant project report, the major raw materials for Vitamin D3 production includes Sheep’s Wool.

Manufacturing Process of Vitamin D3

The extensive Vitamin D3 production cost report consists of the following industrial manufacturing process:

• Production from Sheep’s Wool:  This method of production involves the extraction of vitamin D from Sheep’s wool. In this method, a waxy substance called Lanolin is derived from sheep’s wool in a harmless process by washing it with a detergent in hot water. Further, the crude lanolin extracted undergoes saponification to separate the fatty component through centrifugation and further processing to obtain crude cholesterol. Then, the crude cholesterol is subjected to solvent extractions and washes to obtain its crystalline and pure form, followed by a four-step process to form 7-dehydrocholesterol (pre-vitamin D3). As the last step, the pre-Vitamin D3 is irradiated (sunlight) to obtain vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) as the final product.

Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is a derivative of vitamin D. The molecular mass of the compound is 384.64g/mol, and its molecular formula is C27H44. This fat-soluble vitamin aids the body in efficiently absorbing calcium and phosphorus. It is obtainable through dietary sources and various supplements. Vitamin D3 manifests as a fine, colorless, crystalline solid compound, typically insoluble in water. It lacks odor and exhibits a melting point of approximately 85°C. The boiling point of the compound is 496.4°C. Its solubility extends to vegetable oil and certain chemical solvents, including 1-butanol, 2-butanol, ethanol, and Transcutol. The density of the compound is 0.9717g/cm3. The compound undergoes oxidation when exposed to moist air and is sensitive to light. However, it remains unreactive with dry propylene glycol over extended periods. The flash point of this compound is around 14°C, and its autoignition temperature is 363°C.