Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Qingdao Gather Great Ocean Algae Industry Group Co., Ltd.（青岛聚大洋藻业集团有限公司）is a leading integrated enterprise in the global seaweed processing industry, headquartered in Qingdao, Shandong Province, China. With more than 30 years of industry experience, the company has established itself as one of the largest manufacturers and exporters of algae-derived hydrocolloids and marine-based bioproducts in Asia. Through vertical integration from seaweed sourcing to end-product formulation, the company delivers reliable, sustainable, and functional ingredients to global food, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and industrial markets.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Gather Great Ocean Group's business spans across the full value chain of marine algae products. Major product lines include:

• Hydrocolloids

  • Sodium Alginate
    • Used in food stabilization, dental impressions, textile printing, and pharmaceutical applications.
  • Carrageenan
    • Extracted from red seaweed, used in dairy, meat, and plant-based food formulations.
  • Agar-Agar
    • A gelling agent for confectionery, beverages, and microbiological media.

• Medical & Nutritional Supplements

  • Seaweed Polysaccharide Vacant Capsules
    • A plant-based, marine alternative to gelatin capsules, biodegradable and vegan-friendly.

• Seaweed Food Ingredients

  • Nori flakes, kelp powder, and dried seaweed for use in functional food and seasoning blends.

• Seaweed-Based Feed Additives

  • Marine mineral-rich additives used in aquaculture and livestock feed to enhance immunity and gut health.

• Seaweed Fertilizers

  • Organic, biostimulant-rich fertilizers designed to improve crop resistance and nutrient absorption.

Products are exported to over 60 countries and cater to clients in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, agricultural, personal care, and industrial sectors.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

Gather Great Ocean is recognized for:

• Vertically integrated operations: From algae harvesting to refined hydrocolloid processing.
• Industry-leading production of alginates, carrageenan, and agar with high gel strength, purity, and consistency.
• Strong emphasis on sustainability and ocean resource protection.
• Dedicated innovation center for marine polysaccharide functional research and application development.

Its patented technologies enable highly efficient extraction, reduced impurities, and customizable viscosity/gelling properties.

Target Markets

The company has a well-established international presence, exporting to regions such as:

• North America
• Europe
• South America
• Southeast Asia
• Middle East

Key customer industries include:

• Food and beverage manufacturers
• Dietary supplement companies
• Pharmaceutical formulation firms
• Agriculture and fertilizer companies
• Aquaculture and animal nutrition producers

Shipment and Trade Data

Based on trade data and logistics reports:

• Executes over 1,200 international shipments annually
• High-demand export products include Sodium Alginate (CAS No. 9005-38-3) and Carrageenan
• Exports routed through Qingdao Port, with advanced warehousing and cold-chain handling when needed
• Packaging includes 25kg kraft bags, fiber drums, and customized bulk containers with full traceability

All exports are accompanied by COA, MSDS, HACCP documentation, and phytosanitary certificates upon request.

Certifications and Compliance

The company upholds the highest standards of food safety, environmental sustainability, and pharmaceutical compliance, including:

• ISO 9001: Quality Management Systems
• ISO 22000: Food Safety Management Systems
• HACCP Certification
• GMP Certification (for pharmaceutical-grade ingredients)
• Halal and Kosher Certifications
• Organic Certification for selected seaweed fertilizer products
• Products compliant with FCC, USP, EP, and EU food additive regulations

Analytical testing includes HPLC, GC-MS, rheology studies, microbial load testing, and heavy metal analysis.

Capabilities

• Annual processing capacity:

  • Sodium Alginate: 20,000 MT
  • Carrageenan: 15,000 MT
  • Agar: 5,000 MT

• Owns multiple coastal processing plants and research facilities totaling over 80,000 square meters

• Advanced equipment for spray drying, filtration, sterilization, and homogenization

• Strong R&D team with over 50 marine science experts and food technologists

• Custom formulation and OEM/ODM services available for global partners

Financials

As one of China’s largest algae industry companies:

• Estimated annual revenue exceeds RMB 1 billion (approx. USD 140 million)
• Export revenue contributes over 60% of total turnover
• Reinvestment in R&D and infrastructure exceeds 10% of yearly earnings

The company demonstrates steady double-digit growth in both domestic and international sectors.

Achievements and Industry Recognition

• Nationally recognized as a “Key Leading Enterprise in Agricultural Industrialization”
• Received the “China Famous Trademark” for its brand
• Partnered with Chinese Academy of Sciences and Ocean University of China
• Presented at major international expos such as FIC China, CPhI Worldwide, and Fi Asia

Customer Testimonials

“Gather Great Ocean is our go-to supplier for alginate with consistent gel strength and rapid lead times. Their product quality and documentation make compliance easy.”
– Director of Procurement, European Food Ingredient Distributor

“Their seaweed-based vacant capsules helped us shift to a plant-based format without compromising on encapsulation performance. The technical support is excellent.”
– Product Development Lead, Nutraceutical Company (USA)

Qingdao Gather Great Ocean Algae Industry Group Co., Ltd. continues to lead the global algae-derived ingredients market, delivering innovation, sustainability, and scalability to industries seeking high-quality marine bioresources.