Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

BENEO Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, based in Singapore, is the regional headquarters of BENEO GmbH, a global leader in functional food ingredients and a subsidiary of the Südzucker Group, one of Europe’s largest food processing corporations. BENEO Asia Pacific operates as a strategic arm to supply, promote, and support BENEO’s ingredient solutions across Southeast Asia, East Asia, and Oceania.

Company Overview

Established to serve the rapidly growing demand for functional and clean label ingredients in Asia-Pacific, BENEO Asia Pacific Pte Ltd provides science-backed nutritional solutions that promote digestive health, energy management, weight control, and metabolic wellbeing. The company works in partnership with regional food, beverage, and supplement manufacturers to co-develop innovative products using proprietary ingredients derived from natural sources such as chicory root, sugar beet, wheat, and rice.

BENEO globally integrates manufacturing excellence with nutritional science, operating production sites in Belgium, Germany, Italy, and Chile, and a network of regional sales offices including the Singapore-based Asia-Pacific hub.

Core Business

BENEO’s core focus lies in delivering functional carbohydrates, fibers, proteins, and specialty rice ingredients. These ingredients help customers enhance the nutritional value and functional performance of products in diverse categories including sports nutrition, clinical nutrition, infant formula, bakery, dairy, beverages, and meat analogs.

Product and Service Offerings

Functional Fibres (Chicory Root Derivatives):

• Inulin – Promotes digestive health and acts as a prebiotic
• Oligofructose – Supports gut microbiota and enhances taste profiles in sugar-reduced applications

Functional Carbohydrates:

• Isomalt – Low glycemic, tooth-friendly sweetener from sugar beet
• Palatinose™ (Isomaltulose) – A fully digestible, low-glycemic carbohydrate that delivers sustained energy release, ideal for sports and metabolic health

Specialty Rice Ingredients:

• Rice Starches – Clean-label thickening and texturizing agent for dairy, infant nutrition, and ready meals
• Rice Proteins – Allergen-free, plant-based protein for vegan and hypoallergenic applications

Functional Proteins:

• Textured Wheat Protein – Plant-based meat analog ingredient with high textural performance
• Vital Wheat Gluten – Protein enrichment and structural ingredient for bakery and plant-based foods

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

• Scientific Validation: Ingredients supported by clinical trials, EFSA opinions, and FDA GRAS notices
• Low-Glycemic Expertise: Palatinose™ and Isomalt are proven alternatives to traditional sugars, meeting diabetic and sports nutrition requirements
• Plant-Based Innovation: Functional proteins and rice-based alternatives tailored for vegan, vegetarian, and allergen-free formulations
• Regulatory & Technical Support: Localized technical teams assist customers with product development and regulatory submissions across Asia-Pacific markets

Financials

BENEO GmbH, the parent organization, generates annual revenues exceeding €500 million, with the Asia-Pacific region being a high-growth territory contributing significantly to global turnover. BENEO Asia Pacific’s role in customizing solutions and expanding partnerships has led to double-digit growth across multiple Asian markets over the last five years.

Shipment Data

While BENEO Asia Pacific does not manufacture locally, it manages the supply chain and logistics for ingredients sourced from BENEO’s global manufacturing facilities. Shipment highlights include:

• Top Export Products to Asia-Pacific: Inulin, Palatinose™, Rice Starches
• HS Codes: 170290 (Palatinose/Isomalt), 110819 (Starches), 350400 (Proteins), 293299 (Functional carbohydrates)
• Distribution Channels: Direct B2B deliveries, regional distributors, and authorized ingredient partners

Target Market

• Functional Food & Beverage Brands
• Infant & Pediatric Nutrition Manufacturers
• Diabetic and Clinical Nutrition Providers
• Plant-Based and Alternative Protein Brands
• Bakery, Dairy, and Snack Producers

The company’s ingredients are widely used in both mass-market and premium nutritional products, especially those targeting health-conscious consumers and special dietary needs.

Capabilities

• Regional Applications & Technology Center in Singapore for formulation support
• Collaborative product development with APAC food innovators
• Nutrition science and regulatory affairs consulting
• Ingredient customization for sugar reduction, fiber enrichment, and clean label claims

Certifications and Compliance

• All products are non-GMO, gluten-free (where applicable), and clean-label friendly
• Halal and Kosher certifications available
• In compliance with EU Novel Food, FDA GRAS, and Asian food regulatory authorities
• Sustainability standards aligned with Südzucker’s corporate social responsibility strategy

Customer Testimonials

Food ingredient publications and APAC B2B reports highlight BENEO’s strength in:

• “Delivering clinically backed, label-friendly ingredients”
• “Collaborative R&D that helped accelerate sugar reduction projects”
• “Outstanding product stability and technical support from BENEO Singapore office”

Major Achievements

• Palatinose™ used in over 200 product SKUs globally, including leading sports and energy drinks
• Clinical validation of Inulin and Oligofructose as effective prebiotics included in over 50 peer-reviewed studies
• Introduced functional rice ingredients as clean label solutions across more than 15 Asian countries
• Strategic partnerships with multinational F&B giants and regional startups alike

BENEO Asia Pacific Pte Ltd continues to be at the forefront of health-driven food innovation, offering functional, plant-based, and clean-label ingredient solutions that address the evolving needs of Asian consumers and manufacturers.