Overview
Shankar Nutricon partnered with FoodChain ID to secure a GRAS dossier for the U.S. market, enabling the company to expand internationally with greater regulatory confidence. Building on an existing relationship, Shankar Nutricon sought a trusted partner with strong FDA expertise and responsive communication to support a critical milestone for their business.
Challenge
Shankar Nutricon faced a major barrier to entering and scaling in the U.S. market: without a formal GRAS notification, commercial expansion opportunities were significantly limited.
Solution
FoodChain ID provided end-to-end GRAS dossier support, combining regulatory expertise with proactive project management, including expert guidance, direct supporting, responding to FDA technical questions, continuous communication, flexible collaboration and efficient coordination.
Results
• Achieved GRAS designation on schedule.
• Expanded access to the U.S. market.
• Positioned Shankar Nutricon as the first Indian company and 2nd in the industry to deploy a full FDA dossier for soy lecithin.
• Enhanced customer confidence through FDA-backed credibility.
Customer View
“Working with the experts was excellent. Communication was smooth and precise. Even when the FDA raised difficult questions, the team remained flexible and highly responsive.”
— Roberto Bellomo, CEO, Shankar Europe SRL
About Shankar Nutricon
Shankar Nutricon is a global manufacturer of lecithins and phospholipid ingredients serving the food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and feed industries. Shankar Europe SRL serves as the company’s European subsidiary.
