Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Seven Star Lemon Technology Co., Ltd., based in Yishui County, Linyi City, Shandong Province, China, is a professional manufacturer specializing in the production of organic acid-based ingredients, with a core focus on citric acid and its derivatives. The company plays a critical role in the global food additive supply chain, offering high-purity compounds for food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications.

Core Business and Product Portfolio

Seven Star Lemon Technology is primarily engaged in the production, processing, and international distribution of:

• Citric Acid Monohydrate
• Citric Acid Anhydrous
• Sodium Citrate
• Calcium Citrate

These products are widely used in sectors such as:

• Food and Beverage (acidulants, flavor enhancers, preservatives)
• Pharmaceuticals (buffering agents, stabilizers)
• Personal Care and Cosmetics (pH regulators)
• Industrial Applications (cleaning agents, chelating agents)

The company’s commitment to high-purity manufacturing and environmental sustainability positions it as a competitive supplier in both domestic and export markets.

Production Capabilities and Facility

Seven Star Lemon operates a modern production facility in Yishui, equipped with:

• High-efficiency fermentation systems
• Multi-stage crystallization and separation units
• Spray drying and anhydrous conversion lines
• Automated packaging and logistics integration

The company adheres to closed-loop processing principles to reduce emissions and recycle water and by-products. Annual production capacity is estimated to be in the range of 50,000 to 80,000 metric tons, based on regional industry reports and comparable facility benchmarks.

Technology and Quality Control

The company employs advanced microbial fermentation technologies using non-GMO carbohydrate sources, along with downstream purification technologies that ensure:

• Purity levels exceeding 99.5%
• Consistency in moisture content for anhydrous and monohydrate grades
• Compliance with global pharmacopeia standards (USP, BP, FCC)

Quality control is conducted via HPLC, titrimetric assays, and UV-spectrophotometry, ensuring every batch meets stringent client specifications.

Compliance and Certifications

Seven Star Lemon Technology’s products are manufactured under strict regulatory guidelines. Though specific certifications are not publicly listed, the company is expected to maintain compliance with:

• ISO 9001: Quality Management System
• ISO 22000: Food Safety Management System
• Halal Certification
• Kosher Certification
• Compliance with E-number (E330, E331, etc.) regulations in the EU

The company’s adherence to international standards allows it to ship to over 50 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Export Activity and Market Reach

Located in Shandong Province, a major hub for China’s chemical and fermentation industries, Seven Star Lemon Technology benefits from:

• Proximity to Qingdao Port for containerized exports
• Access to raw agricultural materials for fermentation
• Integration with regional chemical logistics networks

According to international trade platforms, the company exports bulk citric acid to clients in:

• Germany
• India
• South Korea
• Brazil
• South Africa

Typical shipment sizes range from 1MT to 25MT, offered in 25kg paper bags or 1MT jumbo bags, both standard for industrial and food-grade logistics.

Competitive Advantages

• Vertical integration from fermentation to final packaging
• Customizable formulations for client-specific pH and solubility requirements
• Reliable supply chain and short lead times due to local sourcing
• Competitive pricing supported by economies of scale and regional cost advantages

These strengths make the company a preferred partner for ingredient distributors and large-scale food processors globally.

Client Segments

Seven Star Lemon’s client base includes:

• Food and beverage multinationals
• Health and nutraceutical brands
• Personal care product formulators
• Industrial chemical distributors

The company also supports private-label packaging, OEM ingredient blending, and technical support for regulatory registration in importing countries.

Achievements and Strategic Growth

• Expansion into sodium and calcium citrate derivatives, meeting rising demand in low-sodium food applications
• Participation in China International Food Additives and Ingredients Exhibition (FIC) and CPHI China
• Recognized as a key exporter in the Yishui Economic Development Zone

Seven Star Lemon Technology Co., Ltd. continues to scale its production and innovation capabilities to meet global demand for sustainable, high-purity organic acids, aligning with international trends in clean-label food additives and pharmaceutical excipients.