Qufu Sweet Source Biotechnology Co., Ltd.（曲阜甜源生物科技有限公司）is a professional manufacturer and research-driven enterprise specializing in the extraction, purification, and production of natural high-intensity sweeteners derived from stevia leaves. Located in Qufu, Shandong Province—an area with deep agricultural roots—the company integrates agricultural sourcing with modern biotechnological processing to deliver zero-calorie sweeteners to the global food and beverage industry.
Company Background and History
Established to meet the rising global demand for natural sugar alternatives, Qufu Sweet Source Biotechnology has developed a robust production model centered around the cultivation and deep processing of Stevia rebaudiana. With the global shift toward reduced-sugar and clean-label products, the company has positioned itself as a reliable supplier of high-purity steviol glycosides and advanced glycosylated stevia derivatives.
Over the years, the company has invested in fermentation enhancement, enzymatic conversion, and microfiltration purification techniques to ensure high-purity output and low aftertaste profiles, which are critical in food applications.
Core Business and Product Offerings
Qufu Sweet Source’s product range is designed to serve industries such as beverage, dairy, confectionery, bakery, pharmaceutical, and table-top sweeteners.
Product Categories:
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Steviol Glycosides:
- Rebaudioside A (Reb A)
- Stevioside
- Total Steviol Glycosides (TSG)
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95% purity grades available for industrial use
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Glucosyl Steviol Glycosides (GSGs):
- Enzymatically modified steviol glycosides with enhanced solubility and reduced bitterness
- Ideal for dairy, beverage, and flavored water applications
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Stevia Extracts:
- Customized blends of Rebaudioside A, D, and M
- Tailored sweetness curves for zero-calorie formulations
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Stevia Tablets:
- Consumer-ready tabletop sweeteners
- Bulk/private label available for supermarket chains and pharmaceutical co-packers
The company offers both standard and custom formulations based on client application requirements, with product formats in powder, granular, and tablet forms.
Specialization and Core USP
Qufu Sweet Source’s key strength lies in its dedicated focus on high-purity stevia solutions, coupled with advanced enzymatic conversion processes. Core USPs include:
- In-house leaf sourcing and drying processes for quality control
- High-yield, low-bitter glycosylation processes that enhance flavor masking
- Competitive pricing due to integration of upstream and downstream production
- Custom product design and particle size optimization for beverage and tablet applications
Their technical team provides application support to brands seeking reformulation from sugar to natural sweeteners without compromising taste.
Financial Strength and Market Presence
Though the company’s financials are not publicly listed, indicators of scale and market reach include:
- Annual production capacity exceeding 500 metric tons of refined stevia extracts
- Active exports to more than 15 countries, including the United States, Japan, Russia, and Brazil
- Participation in regional trade fairs such as Food Ingredients China (FIC) and Shandong Food Expo
These activities demonstrate a growing footprint in both domestic and international markets, particularly in segments driven by sugar reduction trends.
Shipment and Trade Activity
Based on export activity and industry reporting:
- Frequent shipments of high-purity Rebaudioside A and Glucosyl Stevia to international buyers
- Export packaging in 25kg fiber drums or 1kg foil pouches for lab-scale trials
- Availability of both OEM and ODM services, including table-top sweetener packaging
The company complies with international shipping requirements, including COA, MSDS, and Halal documentation as per client needs.
Target Market
Qufu Sweet Source services B2B and private label clients in:
- Food and beverage manufacturers
- Nutraceutical and supplement brands
- Health-focused table sweetener companies
- Functional food co-manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical excipient suppliers
Their stevia extracts are tailored for high-intensity sweetness and easy integration into a wide range of formulations requiring clean-label and low-calorie claims.
Capabilities and Infrastructure
The company’s production and research infrastructure includes:
- Fermentation and enzymatic transformation lines for GSG production
- Spray drying and membrane filtration systems for purity assurance
- In-house QA/QC labs for testing sweetness index, solubility, and microbial content
- Pilot-scale blending and tableting equipment for finished product production
R&D efforts focus on improving taste profiles, synergistic blends with other sweeteners (e.g., erythritol), and stability under high-temperature processing.
Certifications and Compliance
Qufu Sweet Source Biotechnology operates under international quality standards and regulatory frameworks:
- ISO 22000: Food Safety Management System
- HACCP: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
- Kosher and Halal certified stevia extracts
- Non-GMO compliant
- Conforms to standards set by JECFA, FDA GRAS, and EFSA for steviol glycosides
All products are accompanied by full documentation including COA, TDS, and batch traceability.
Major Achievements and Industry Role
- Among the early adopters of enzymatic glycosylation technology for steviol derivatives in China
- Developed a proprietary low-residue crystallization technique to improve powder flow and storage
- Maintained long-term export contracts with dietary supplement brands in the US and EU
- Successful table-top stevia formulation used in over 100 retail SKUs in China and Southeast Asia
- Participated in industry white papers on natural sweetener synergy blends
With its science-driven innovation, scalable production capacity, and strong market focus, Qufu Sweet Source Biotechnology Co., Ltd. continues to position itself as a competitive force in the natural sweetener segment globally.