Product Offerings
Products:
Food Additives: Maltol, Ethyl Maltol
Hebei Tianlihai Flavors & Fragrances Co., Ltd.（河北省天利海香精香料有限公司）is a leading manufacturer of high-purity food flavor enhancers, specializing in the production of Maltol and Ethyl Maltol. Headquartered in Chengde, Hebei Province, China, the company has earned a reputation as one of the most technically advanced producers in its niche, with its products being widely used across food, beverage, tobacco, and pharmaceutical industries.
Founded in the early 2000s, Tianlihai operates with a fully integrated manufacturing facility that encompasses R&D, quality assurance, and international logistics. The company is headed by Mr. Wang Shaohai, who has overseen its transformation into a globally recognized flavor and fragrance supplier.
Core Products
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Maltol (C6H6O3)
A naturally occurring organic compound used to enhance flavor and fragrance in bakery goods, beverages, and confectionery. -
Ethyl Maltol (C7H8O3)
A more potent derivative of maltol, widely used in the food, beverage, and tobacco industries due to its stronger sweet aroma and flavor-enhancing capabilities.
These two core products are produced at high purity levels exceeding 99%, and are exported to over 40 countries, with consistent compliance to FCC, USP, GB, and EU standards.
Specialization & Unique Strengths
Tianlihai is particularly known for:
- High-purity chemical synthesis techniques
- Advanced crystallization technologies
- Independent R&D capabilities
- Stringent quality control systems
Its manufacturing process uses advanced distillation and crystallization equipment, with strict environmental management in compliance with China’s Green Production Guidelines.
Financials and Export Performance
According to trade data platforms including Volza and ImportYeti:
- Over 150 international shipments have been completed in the past 3 years.
- Primary export destinations include USA, India, Brazil, Germany, and Russia.
- Estimated annual export volume: USD 5.2 million (based on aggregated data across multiple platforms and years).
- The company's export products are registered under its proprietary brand “Jingcui”.
Target Market
Tianlihai serves a global client base across several industries:
- Food and Beverage Manufacturers
- Tobacco Industry
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Flavor & Fragrance Distributors
Its high-purity Ethyl Maltol is especially favored in the e-liquid and vape market for flavor enhancement.
Capabilities
- ISO Class cleanroom facilities
- In-house R&D lab for product innovation
- Full QC/QA lab with HPLC and GC analysis
- Monthly production capacity: 80+ metric tons of Ethyl Maltol
Certifications & Regulatory Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
- Halal Certification for core products
- REACH Registration for EU compliance
- KOSHER Certification
- Products meet FCC, USP, GB29938, and EAFUS standards
Major Achievements
- Recognized as a "High-tech Enterprise in Hebei Province"
- Regular exhibitor at FIC China and CPhI Worldwide
- Developed proprietary synthesis route for ethyl maltol with patented technology in China
- Approved supplier to several top-tier multinational food conglomerates
Hebei Tianlihai Flavors & Fragrances Co., Ltd. continues to grow its international footprint by focusing on product purity, regulatory compliance, and strategic global partnerships. Its specialization in two of the most widely used flavor enhancers gives it a unique and highly scalable market position.