ShangHai YiGu Biotechnology Co., Ltd.（上海宜谷生物科技有限公司）is a specialized trading company based in Shanghai, China, focusing on the supply and international distribution of starches, sweeteners, plant-based proteins, and feed-grade agricultural ingredients. With extensive sourcing networks and a strategic position in the agricultural value chain, YiGu Biotechnology has become a key supplier to food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and animal nutrition sectors worldwide.
Company Overview
Established to bridge high-quality agricultural processing outputs from China with global markets, ShangHai YiGu Biotechnology Co., Ltd. offers a wide product range with consistent quality, regulatory documentation, and competitive pricing. The company engages in both import and export, supported by logistics solutions tailored to bulk commodity trading and specialty ingredient distribution.
With deep integration in China's starch and plant protein manufacturing hubs, YiGu plays a vital role in international sourcing, quality assurance, and documentation for multinational buyers.
Core Product Categories
1. Native Starches
- Corn (Maize) Starch
- Tapioca Starch
- Potato Starch
- Waxy Corn Starch
- Wheat Starch
- Resistant Starch
Used in bakery, confectionery, sauces, soups, and pharmaceutical excipients, these starches serve as thickeners, stabilizers, and binders.
2. Modified Starches
Codified under international food additive codes:
- E1401 Thin boiling starch
- E1404 Oxidized starch
- E1412 Distarch phosphate
- E1414 Acetylated distarch phosphate
- E1420 Acetylated starch
- E1422 Acetylated distarch adipate
- E1440 Hydroxypropyl starch
- E1442 Hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate
- E1450 Starch sodium octenyl succinate
Modified starches are tailored for freeze-thaw stability, film-forming, emulsifying, and controlled viscosity functions in food processing.
3. Starch Sugars
- Dextrose Monohydrate
- Maltodextrin
- Tapioca Dextrin
- Crystalline Fructose
- High Fructose Syrup
These sweeteners are widely used in beverages, bakery, candy, dairy, and nutritional products.
4. Edible Plant-Based Proteins
- Corn Gluten Meal
- Wheat Gluten
- Soy Protein (Isolate and Concentrate)
- Pea Protein
These proteins support the booming demand for plant-based and allergen-free nutrition segments.
5. Feed Ingredients & Pet Food Raw Materials
- Corn & Soybean Meal
- Corn Gluten Feed
- Soy Flour
- Sugar Beet Pulp Pellets
- Dehydrated Vegetables
Products are used for formulating cost-effective, nutrient-rich animal feed for poultry, livestock, aquaculture, and pets.
Specialization and Core USP
YiGu Biotechnology’s competitive advantage lies in its multi-category sourcing capability and deep familiarity with agricultural derivatives. Core competencies include:
- Integration with ISO and HACCP-certified Chinese starch and sugar factories
- Flexible shipping volumes ranging from container loads to bulk tankers
- Timely regulatory documentation: COA, MSDS, GMO-free declarations, and phytosanitary certificates
- Responsiveness to customer-specific blends and product specifications
Their specialization in both food-grade and feed-grade segments enables a wide customer footprint.
Certifications and Quality Standards
YiGu operates in compliance with global food safety and additive regulations:
- Products conform to FCC, EEC, and Codex Alimentarius standards
- Manufacturer facilities hold ISO 9001, HACCP, and GMP+ certifications
- Halal and Kosher certified variants available for several proteins and starches
- Verified non-GMO ingredients upon request
Each shipment is accompanied by traceable batch documentation, third-party lab testing (where required), and export readiness certificates.
Export and Shipment Records
According to export data from industry platforms:
- YiGu has successfully exported to more than 20 countries, including the U.S., Vietnam, UAE, Turkey, and South Africa
- Frequent shipments of starch sugars and corn gluten meal to Southeast Asia and Middle Eastern countries
- Order volumes range from 5 MT to 100 MT, depending on product type
- Notable export growth in plant-based protein segment (especially pea protein) in recent years due to rising global demand
Trade records show consistency in repeat orders and ongoing supplier contracts with regional food manufacturers and distributors.
Target Market
- Food ingredient importers and re-packagers
- Beverage and instant drink manufacturers
- Bakery and confectionery industries
- Nutritional supplement companies
- Animal feed producers and distributors
- Pet food brands seeking vegetable protein bases
YiGu offers both commodity-scale products and niche functional ingredients, covering a broad spectrum of B2B buyers.
Capabilities
- Multilingual export team handling full-cycle logistics and customs
- OEM & white-label bulk ingredient solutions
- Sourcing consolidation for multi-product shipments
- Tailored documentation and compliance reports for international customs
- Warehousing and port handling support near Shanghai and Qingdao
Achievements
- Long-term collaboration with top starch manufacturers in Shandong and Anhui
- Export growth of over 40% YOY in modified starches since 2020
- Key supplier for several feed ingredient importers in Southeast Asia
- Played an active role in exporting over 15,000 MT of starch-based products globally in 2022
Customer Testimonials
Though not publicly published, repeated trade engagements, custom blends delivered on specification, and high retention of distributors indicate strong client trust and operational reliability. Customers often highlight the company's ability to offer flexible sourcing and quick response times.
