About HimPharm

1905, The Humble Beginnings: HimPharm’s remarkable journey began in 1905 when Dasondhi Mal Sood founded the company in the scenic town of Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. He kick-started HimPharm with a novel concept—barter trade of herbs with Tibet. India’s rich herbs were exchanged for the treasures of Tibet, including herbs and exquisite handicrafts.

1912, Expanding Horizons: Recognizing the potential, HimPharm expanded its repertoire by adding an array of herbs to its list. Dasondhi ventured into markets in Bombay and Delhi, introducing the exotic Tibet and Himalayan herbs to traders and consumers.

1920, Passing the Torch: In 1920, HimPharm saw a significant development as Dashondhi’s eldest son, Kuljas Rai, joined the company in a leadership role, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to the business.

1922, A Visionary Partnership: Under Kuljas Rai’s stewardship, HimPharm ventured into an ambitious partnership, forming “Gyan Chand Ram Gopal” in Amritsar, Punjab. This collaboration tapped into the bustling marketplace of Indian herbs and spices at the time.

1957, Going Global: With the aspiration to establish a global presence in the herb and spice trade, HimPharm, under Kuljas Rai’s guidance, founded “Himalayan Traders” in Amritsar. This marked the company’s entry into international trade, specializing in herbs, spices, and artisanal handicrafts.

1958, A Breakthrough: HimPharm’s reputation soared, leading to a supply agreement with the emerging pharmaceutical manufacturer, Cipla, for the supply of Dioscorea deltodia roots from the Himalayan region. This partnership marked a significant milestone.

1968, Expanding Clientele: Riding on the success with Cipla, HimPharm broadened its client base to include more pharmaceutical manufacturers, including Wyeth from Bombay.

1975, A New Generation: Dr. B. M. Sood joined the family business, bringing his expertise to “Himalayan Traders.”

1976, Building Infrastructure: Dr. B. M. Sood commissioned the construction of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Kandrori.

1978, A Family Affair: Arti Sood followed her family’s legacy, joining HimPharm and bringing her unique perspective to the company.

1980, Entering Production: HimPharm reached a significant milestone by producing its first commercial lots of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), including Berberine and Diosgenin, for sale.

1982, A Pioneering Partnership: HimPharm achieved a major milestone with its first sale to Wyeth, marking the beginning of a long and successful partnership. HimPharm became a preferred supplier for Diosgenin and 16DPA to Wyeth and Wyeth Lederle (now Pfizer).

1992, Diversifying Horizons: HimPharm expanded its reach by manufacturing herbal extracts and total standardized extracts, diversifying its product offerings.

2000, The Birth of Healing Herbs: Arti Sood spearheaded the creation of “Healing Herbs” as a subsidiary under HimPharm. The entity focused on producing finished goods, including Ayurvedic medicines and herbal products for the wellness industry.

2002, Strengthening Bonds: HimPharm embarked on a journey of contract manufacturing and conversion of Dioscorea for Wyeth, cementing its partnership with the pharmaceutical giant.

2004, New Generation Joins: Gaurav Sood, representing the younger generation, joined HimPharm, adding new vitality to the company’s future.

2005, Beyond Medicine: HimPharm expanded its offerings to include cosmetics and beauty products, diversifying into the broader health and wellness industry.

2014, A Milestone Agreement: HimPharm signed a tri-party multi-year toll manufacturing agreement, becoming a key supplier of an essential API for a major U.S. pharmaceutical company’s patented product.

2015, New Talent: Neha Panwar joined HimPharm, bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to the company.

2016, A New Direction: HimPharm ventured into the manufacturing of dietary supplements, specifically vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and health blends for the health and wellness industry, operating as a private label manufacturer.

2019, Packaging Innovation: HimPharm introduced sachet packing for liquids and powders, enhancing convenience for consumers.

2022, Embracing the Future: HimPharm embarked on a path of modernization and expansion, upgrading its manufacturing facility with cutting-edge technology and expanding its workspace to meet the increasing demand for its products.