Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Food Additives and Ingredients
Products:
Caramel Color (Liquid and Solid), Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (HVP)
Product Gallery:
Hebei Zhongkai Food Industry Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, China, is a specialized manufacturer and exporter of natural food ingredients including caramel color, hydrolyzed plant protein (HPP), and soy sauce powder. With over a decade of industry expertise, the company integrates R&D, manufacturing, and international sales to supply additive-free, clean-label flavor and color solutions to food manufacturers around the world.
Core Business
The company's operations focus on the production of seasoning bases and coloring agents derived from plant-based sources. These ingredients play a pivotal role in the food processing industry, enhancing both flavor and visual appeal in sauces, seasonings, snack foods, ready meals, and meat products.
Product and Service Offerings
Hebei Zhongkai’s product portfolio includes:
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Caramel Color:
- Class I to Class IV varieties
- Stable under heat, acid, and light conditions
- Applied in soy sauce, cola, baked goods, and condiments
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Hydrolyzed Plant Protein (HPP):
- Derived from soy, corn, or wheat
- Rich in umami flavor compounds (such as glutamic acid)
- Used as a base for compound seasonings, bouillon, and meat analogues
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Soy Sauce Powder:
- Spray-dried form of fermented soy sauce
- Offers authentic soy sauce flavor without moisture content
- Suitable for instant noodles, snack seasonings, and dry blends
All products meet Chinese National Food Safety Standards and are manufactured under hygienic and standardized processing environments.
Specialization and Core USP
Hebei Zhongkai stands out in the market for:
- Expertise in enzymatic hydrolysis technology for plant proteins
- Stable caramel color formulations across food-grade classifications
- Spray drying capabilities for liquid-to-powder transformation, enhancing ingredient shelf life and portability
- Customization services, including flavor strength adjustment, coloring concentration, and powder solubility optimization
The company's ability to provide tailored ingredient solutions makes it a valuable partner for food formulators globally.
Financial Performance and Global Presence
While exact revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, market activity reveals:
- A strong domestic presence across Northern and Eastern China
- Export operations to over 20 countries, including:
- Southeast Asia
- Middle East
- Africa
- South America
- Regular participation in food ingredient expos, facilitating global networking and sales expansion
Zhongkai’s ingredients are found in products sold by regional and multinational food companies in both retail and foodservice sectors.
Target Market
Hebei Zhongkai serves a wide array of B2B clients:
- Food manufacturers: Ready meals, sauces, snacks, instant soups
- Seasoning and spice blenders: Base components for compound seasonings
- Meat and plant-based protein processors
- Private label and OEM food producers
- Export distributors of dehydrated seasonings and food coloring ingredients
Capabilities
- In-house R&D team focused on flavor optimization and color stability
- Multiple production lines with:
- Enzymatic hydrolysis systems
- Filtration and concentration units
- High-efficiency spray dryers
- Advanced quality testing lab equipped for microbial, moisture, ash, and flavor compound analysis
- Flexible packaging formats from bulk sacks to sachets
Certifications and Compliance
Hebei Zhongkai Food Industry Co., Ltd. adheres to the following standards:
- HACCP Food Safety Management
- ISO 22000 Food Safety System Certification
- Halal Certification for plant-based, clean-label food ingredients
- Compliance with Chinese National Standards (GB) for food additives and coloring agents
Clients can request updated COAs, MSDS, and third-party verification reports.
Customer Feedback
Feedback from international buyers highlights:
- “Consistent caramel color shades with excellent solubility.”
- “Soy sauce powder works well in seasoning blends with good flavor retention.”
- “Responsive team offering fast documentation and flexible MOQs.”
The company is commended for its product consistency, logistical support, and customization capabilities.
Major Achievements
- Successfully developed a diversified range of caramel color classes compliant with global standards
- Became a preferred supplier for hydrolyzed plant protein among spice manufacturers in Asia
- Expanded global distribution footprint through direct exports and OEM partnerships
- Participated in industry showcases including FIC China and SIAL, enhancing brand visibility
Hebei Zhongkai Food Industry Co., Ltd. continues to grow its presence in the natural food ingredients sector, supplying safe, clean-label, and high-performance ingredients to food producers around the world.