AAFUD INDUSTRY (ZHUHAI) CO., LTD.（珠海雅富兴源食品工业有限公司）is a professional manufacturer and exporter of natural pigments, food flavors, and specialty ingredients based in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, China. With a strong focus on clean-label solutions and plant-based colorants, AAFUD has established itself as a key supplier to food, beverage, and health product manufacturers across global markets.
Company Overview
Founded in the early 2000s, AAFUD INDUSTRY (ZHUHAI) CO., LTD. operates with the mission of promoting health-oriented, naturally derived food solutions. The company integrates R&D, production, and export sales, supported by modern manufacturing facilities and robust quality management systems.
AAFUD serves more than 30 countries across Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East, delivering ingredients that meet international safety and performance standards. Its production capabilities include extraction, formulation, blending, spray drying, and powder processing tailored for food and nutraceutical applications.
Core Product Categories
1. Natural Pigments
- Annatto Extract (E160b): A yellow to orange color derived from annatto seeds, widely used in dairy and bakery.
- Safflower Yellow: Plant-derived yellow pigment suitable for beverages, noodles, and pastries.
- Spirulina Blue: Protein-bound natural blue pigment sourced from spirulina algae, ideal for confectionery and health drinks.
- Gardenia Blue: Extracted from gardenia fruit; used in jellies, beverages, and yogurts.
- Carmine Cochineal (E120): Natural red pigment extracted from cochineal insects, used in meats, beverages, and candies.
2. Food Flavors
- Pomegranate Flavor
- Lychee Flavor
- Kokuto (Black Sugar) Flavor
These flavors are designed for use in baked goods, beverages, dairy, and frozen desserts, offering authentic regional taste profiles.
3. Specialty Food Ingredients
- Soft Ice Cream Mix Powder: Available in vanilla, green tea, and fruit flavors.
- Green Tea Extract: Catechin-rich antioxidant used in functional drinks and health supplements.
AAFUD offers both oil-soluble and water-soluble pigment and flavor formats tailored to different product matrices.
Specialization and Core USP
AAFUD's core strength lies in its natural colorant extraction and formulation expertise, supported by:
- Clean-label product development
- Custom blending for stability under light, heat, and pH variance
- Powder and liquid delivery systems for ease of formulation
- In-house R&D and color matching services for brand-specific product development
AAFUD is known for offering high purity, low residual solvents, and high stability natural pigments, complying with global clean-label movement requirements.
Certifications and Quality Standards
AAFUD INDUSTRY (ZHUHAI) CO., LTD. ensures product safety and quality through the following certifications:
- ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management
- HACCP compliance
- Halal and Kosher Certifications
- Products in compliance with EU, FDA, and GB food additive regulations
All ingredients are accompanied by COA, MSDS, and technical documentation tailored for regulatory approval in export destinations.
Export and Shipment Records
According to trade and sourcing data:
- AAFUD exports to more than 30 countries, including the United States, Germany, India, Vietnam, and Egypt
- Strong trade presence in the dairy, instant beverage, and confectionery ingredient segments
- Orders typically range from 500 kg to 5 metric tons per product type
- Export volumes for annatto and spirulina pigments have grown significantly due to rising global demand for natural colorants
AAFUD has participated in multiple editions of global trade fairs such as Fi Asia, Fi Europe, and SIAL China.
Target Market
- Dairy and beverage manufacturers
- Confectionery and bakery producers
- Functional food and supplement brands
- Ice cream and dessert processors
- Distributors of clean-label and plant-based food ingredients
AAFUD targets both bulk ingredient buyers and co-branding partnerships for new product launches.
Capabilities
- In-house pigment extraction and formulation lab
- High-speed spray drying and powder blending lines
- Custom application development with real-time feedback
- Multi-lingual export support and regulatory documentation services
- Technical guidance for formulation challenges including solubility, color fading, and flavor masking
Achievements
- Developed proprietary stabilizing systems for spirulina blue in acidic beverages
- Recognized by Guangdong Food Industry Association as a high-growth exporter
- Selected supplier for top 3 dairy brands in Southeast Asia
- Launched over 50 custom flavor and pigment systems in the past 3 years
- Contributed to industry whitepapers on natural pigment application and labeling standards
Customer Testimonials
While direct testimonials are not publicly listed, feedback from sourcing platforms and trade partners highlight:
- Consistent product quality and color performance
- Fast response to formulation queries and custom R&D support
- Strong compliance with import regulations and timely shipment handling
