History of Aryan Sana
Aryan Sana Company, the exclusive representative of Alfa Vitamins USA, was established at the beginning of the year 1380 (2001 AD) through the persistent efforts of Dr. Hossein Akbari Nabi, a distinguished physician known for his intellectual contributions in the fields of health and treatment, as well as being a prominent entrepreneur in the region. Initially, the company operated in the medical equipment sector, and in 1386 (2007 AD), after numerous challenges and navigating complex bureaucratic processes within the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Akbari Nabi successfully secured the exclusive rights to represent Alfa Vitamins USA products in Iran. Until 1397 (2018 AD), all products from this company were imported into Iran fully packaged and primarily pre-ordered by nationwide distributors, which helped establish them as one of the best-selling supplement brands in the country.
Since 1398 (2019 AD), changes in the policies of the Food and Drug Administration have led to the importation of all raw materials for Alfa Vitamins products as premixes, under strict and ongoing supervision in accordance with the regulations for licensed products and the standards set by the Food and Drug Administration. The raw materials are accompanied by documentation from the manufacturing company and, after undergoing rigorous laboratory tests by authorized labs in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, are produced at contracted pharmaceutical facilities and subsequently packaged for the supplement market.
Due to the high quality and loyal, discerning consumers of this brand, many of the company’s products occasionally experience shortages in the supplement market and are sometimes rationed by nationwide distributors before they are made available to pharmacies and supply centers. Among the best-selling items are Alfa-Lexil tablets, Alcozen capsules, and Multi-Daily tablets, all of which have a longstanding history of use in the supplement market both in Iran and globally.
Currently, the company has established a production facility equipped with the latest machines and sanitary air conditioning systems from renowned European brands, incurring substantial costs. The facility is prepared for inspection by esteemed experts from the Food and Drug Administration in order to obtain GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) certification for the production and packaging of Alfa Vitamins products. This site will create direct employment for 120 individuals and indirect employment for an additional 250.
Research and development unit
The R&D unit is an active and vital component of this company, with senior management and esteemed experts in the regulatory unit bringing over 30 years of extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and supplement industry. Recently, in collaboration with the R&D unit of Alfa Vitamins USA and a nanotechnology company, they have been designing and formulating dietary, herbal, sports, and cosmetic supplements using nanotechnology and nano-micelles. Necessary arrangements have been made with the esteemed Vice Presidency for Science and Technology to secure knowledge-based company certification for Aryan Sana Company, which is expected to achieve Type I knowledge-based company status in the near future.
Establishment of an International Production Site for Dietary, Pharmaceutical, Herbal, and Sports Supplements in the Kaveh Special Economic Zone
In light of the strong interest of the board of directors and esteemed shareholders, especially Dr. Hossein Akbari Nabi, in enhancing employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for the youth of the nation, significant strides have been made in the development phase of the international production site for Alfa Vitamins products. This site is designed to serve as a manufacturing hub in the pharmaceutical sector within the Kaveh Special Economic Zone. Last year, through the efforts of the senior management team, a land area of 17,000 square meters was secured, and project implementation is set to commence in late Tir 1402 (July 2023) with the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Health and local authorities.
With extensive planning currently underway, the project is expected to be officially inaugurated in the second half of 1403 (2024) in the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Health, local authorities, respected representatives from the Islamic Consultative Assembly, ambassadors from Switzerland and Oman (acting as representatives of U.S. interests), senior executives from Alfa Vitamins USA, and both domestic and international media. This inauguration is anticipated to be a historic milestone in pharmaceutical and supplement production since the revolution.
Furthermore, preliminary negotiations, meetings, and frequent visits have commenced to procure all cleanroom equipment and machinery required for this site from reputable European companies. Based on initial discussions and the agreement between the company and Alfa Vitamins USA, it has been decided that all raw materials for Alfa Vitamins USA products will be temporarily imported as premixes to the production site in the Kaveh Special Economic Zone. After production and packaging, these products will only be exported to countries in the Persian Gulf, North Africa, the CIS, and Iraq, with packaging customized to the language and culture of each country, avoiding entry into the domestic market. This initiative is projected to create approximately 200 direct jobs and 600 indirect jobs.