Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Qianjiang Yongan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.（潜江永安药业股份有限公司） is a leading Chinese manufacturer of amino acid derivatives and specialty chemicals, with a core focus on taurine production for pharmaceutical, food, and industrial applications. Established in Qianjiang City, Hubei Province, the company has built a global reputation for quality, safety, and scale, particularly in the manufacture and export of taurine (2-aminoethanesulfonic acid).

Core Business and Product Offerings

Qianjiang Yongan operates across three main product categories:

• Taurine (2-Aminoethanesulfonic Acid):

  • White crystalline powder
  • Odorless, slightly acidic, highly water-soluble
  • Widely used in energy drinks, infant formulas, eye drops, pharmaceuticals, and dietary supplements

• Ethylene Oxide and Derivatives:

  • Used as a key raw material in the synthesis of various chemicals, detergents, and polymers
  • Controlled and monitored for industrial and chemical safety

• Water Reducer Related Products:

  • Additives for construction materials
  • Enhances fluidity and strength of concrete mixtures

Taurine remains the flagship product and primary revenue driver for the company.

Specialization and Core Strengths

Qianjiang Yongan is globally known as one of the largest taurine producers in the world, leveraging proprietary synthesis technologies and robust quality control systems. Key strengths include:

• Vertically integrated production: From chemical raw material sourcing to final taurine crystallization
• Advanced production scale: Capable of delivering consistent supply to meet bulk demand across industries
• Strict quality compliance: Products meet USP, FCC, and EP standards

The company holds numerous domestic patents related to taurine production efficiency and purification.

Financial Insights

While the company is privately held and detailed financials are not publicly available, industry reports and export intelligence sources indicate:

• Estimated annual taurine production capacity: 15,000–20,000 metric tons
• Estimated annual revenue: USD 50–70 million, driven predominantly by taurine exports
• Holds over 25% of the global taurine export market, based on shipment records and customs data

The company is a key supplier to leading international brands in energy drinks, infant nutrition, and pharmaceuticals.

International Shipments and Export Performance

According to trade databases (e.g., Volza, ImportYeti):

• Qianjiang Yongan has conducted thousands of taurine shipments globally over the past decade
• Major export destinations include the United States, Germany, Japan, South Korea, India, and Brazil
• Regular supplier to multinational companies involved in functional beverages and infant formula
• Consistent presence in global ingredient and pharmaceutical supply chains due to GMP-grade quality systems

Its strategic geographic location enables cost-effective logistics through central China’s inland transportation networks.

Target Market and Industry Applications

Qianjiang Yongan’s taurine and chemical products serve:

• Food & Beverage: Energy drinks, functional beverages, nutritional supplements
• Pharmaceuticals: Ophthalmic solutions, bile salt formulations, cardiac and metabolic health
• Infant Nutrition: Added as a conditionally essential nutrient in infant formula
• Pet & Animal Nutrition: Included in formulations for cats and dogs
• Construction Industry: Water reducers and other polymer additives for cement and concrete

Their formulations are customized to comply with country-specific regulations and customer requirements.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

• State-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Qianjiang with:

  • Dedicated taurine synthesis lines
  • On-site laboratories for microbial, purity, and trace residue analysis
  • Effluent treatment facilities and compliance with national environmental standards

• Employs automated production control systems to ensure batch consistency

• Supply chain management includes bulk packaging, documentation support, and international trade logistics

Certifications and Compliance

Qianjiang Yongan Pharmaceutical adheres to multiple domestic and international quality and safety standards:

• GMP Compliance (pharmaceutical-grade taurine)
• ISO 9001: Quality Management System
• ISO 14001: Environmental Management
• FSSC 22000: Food Safety System Certification
• Kosher and Halal Certifications
• Compliant with USP, FCC, JP, and EP pharmacopeias for taurine

These certifications enable the company to access and maintain clients across highly regulated global markets.

Brands and Market Identity

While operating primarily as a B2B bulk supplier, Qianjiang Yongan is recognized internationally through:

• Strong OEM partnerships with global health and beverage brands
• Reputable presence in ingredient databases and verified supplier listings
• Known for high-purity, low-metal, food and pharma-grade taurine

The company brand is synonymous with high-volume, high-consistency taurine supply worldwide.

Achievements and Recognition

• Named a Key Export Enterprise by the Hubei Provincial Government
• Holds multiple patents for improved taurine crystallization and purity control
• Participated in national standard-setting for amino acid ingredients in China
• Regular exhibitor at major trade shows including CPHI China and FIC China

Qianjiang Yongan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. remains at the forefront of the global taurine industry, combining innovation, scale, and strict compliance to serve the evolving needs of food, pharma, and chemical markets worldwide.