Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Qingdao Free Trade Zone United International Co., Ltd., based in Qingdao, China, is a leading manufacturer and trading company specializing in food additives, sweeteners, natural flavorings, and fine chemicals. Established within the Qingdao Free Trade Zone, the company leverages advantageous logistics and trade policies to serve global clients in over 80 countries.

Company Overview

Since its inception, United International has positioned itself as a comprehensive supplier of both synthetic and natural ingredients used in food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and feed industries. With a strong focus on regulatory compliance and supply chain transparency, the company partners with a wide network of GMP-certified factories across China and integrates quality control throughout its sourcing and export operations.

Core Business and Product Offerings

United International’s product portfolio spans a broad spectrum of food-grade and industrial ingredients:

• Synthetic Sweeteners and Flavoring Agents

  • Acesulfame-K
  • Aspartame
  • Sodium Saccharin
  • Sucralose

• Natural Sweeteners and Extracts

  • Stevia (Stevioside)
  • Essential Oils
  • Natural Botanical Extracts

• Food Ingredients

  • Dextrose Monohydrate
  • Dextrose Anhydrous
  • Maltodextrin
  • Corn Starch
  • Corn Syrup

• Preservatives and Fine Chemicals

  • Xanthan Gum
  • Sodium Alginate
  • Nisin
  • Natamycin
  • Calcium Propionate
  • Potassium Sorbate
  • Sodium Benzoate

These ingredients are manufactured under ISO, HACCP, and Halal-certified conditions and tailored to meet the regulatory needs of target markets including the EU, US, Japan, and Southeast Asia.

Specialization and Unique Selling Points (USPs)

United International differentiates itself through:

• Comprehensive Ingredient Supply: A one-stop solution provider for food and beverage manufacturers.
• Free Trade Zone Advantage: Located within Qingdao’s FTZ, allowing for duty optimization and faster customs clearance.
• End-to-End Quality Control: Third-party testing partnerships with SGS and Eurofins for batch-wise compliance.
• Flexible Logistics: Bulk and small-lot shipping support via air, sea, and bonded warehousing.

Their Sucralose and Stevia products are especially popular among clients in sugar-reduction applications due to high purity, stability in formulation, and competitive pricing.

Export Capabilities and Shipment Records

United International has a strong global presence, exporting to more than 80 countries with core markets in:

• North America (USA, Canada)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina)
• Europe (Germany, UK, Spain)
• Asia-Pacific (Japan, Korea, Indonesia)

According to third-party export data platforms and trade activity records, the company averages over 1,200 international shipments annually, with a total volume exceeding 30,000 metric tons per year across all product categories.

Target Market

The company caters to B2B buyers including:

• Food and beverage manufacturers
• Nutraceutical and supplement brands
• Pharmaceutical ingredient suppliers
• Health food distributors
• Flavor and fragrance houses

It also offers OEM and private-label packaging services for bulk powders and liquid sweeteners.

Compliance and Certifications

Products exported by United International meet international standards including:

• ISO 9001 / ISO 22000
• HACCP
• Halal and Kosher
• FDA and EU Food Additive Regulations
• REACH compliance for relevant EU-bound shipments

The company provides full export documentation, including COA, MSDS, TDS, and customs certificates as per destination country requirements.

Capabilities

• Warehouse capacity exceeding 10,000 square meters in the Qingdao Free Trade Zone
• Multi-product consolidation and full-container load management
• Customs bonded inventory solutions for international buyers
• 24-hour lead time for export clearance on stocked goods

United International also collaborates with upstream manufacturers to implement GMP and non-GMO sourcing programs, especially for natural sweeteners and starch-based derivatives.

Customer Feedback and Market Reputation

On platforms such as Alibaba, ChemNet, and global sourcing fairs, the company receives consistent praise for:

• Product consistency and safety compliance
• Quick response and efficient communication
• Competitive global pricing and freight solutions

Repeat orders from Europe and the Americas confirm high levels of customer satisfaction and long-term buyer relationships.

Key Achievements

• Recognized as a Top 10 Exporter of Sweeteners and Preservatives from Shandong Province
• Participated in international trade shows including Food Ingredients Europe, IFT Expo, and Vitafoods Asia
• Developed multi-lingual sales and support teams covering English, Spanish, Arabic, and Japanese markets

Qingdao Free Trade Zone United International Co., Ltd. continues to lead in the global distribution of high-quality food ingredients by combining technical excellence, strategic logistics, and customer-centric service.