Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Tate & Lyle Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of the global ingredients solutions provider Tate & Lyle PLC, plays a pivotal role in delivering specialty food and beverage ingredients to the Chinese and broader Asia-Pacific markets. Established in line with the parent company’s global footprint expansion strategy, the Shanghai division focuses on combining advanced ingredient innovation with deep local market understanding to serve the dynamic food and beverage landscape in China.

Founded in 1859 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, Tate & Lyle PLC has evolved from a sugar refining business into a world leader in food and beverage ingredient solutions. The Shanghai branch supports the group's global presence by offering customers in China access to its extensive portfolio of sweeteners, texturants, fibers, and wellness-enhancing ingredients.

Core Business and Offerings

Tate & Lyle Trading (Shanghai) specializes in the formulation, distribution, and technical support of specialty ingredients targeted at enhancing taste, texture, and health profiles of food and beverage products. The company's primary product categories include:

• Sweeteners: Including SPLENDA® Sucralose, High Fructose Corn Syrup, and Glucose Syrup, designed for sugar reduction and calorie control.
• Texturants: A diverse range of starches and gums aimed at improving the mouthfeel, stability, and appearance of food products.
• Wellness Ingredients: Featuring PROMITOR® Soluble Fibre, prebiotic fibers, and plant-based proteins, aligned with rising consumer demand for digestive health and nutritional benefits.

Specialisation and USP

Tate & Lyle’s key differentiator lies in its strong R&D and application science capability, with global innovation centers and deep expertise in nutritional science. The company is known for its:

• Proprietary ingredient innovations such as PROMITOR®, which delivers high fiber with minimal digestive discomfort.
• Formulation expertise tailored to regional taste preferences and regulatory requirements.
• Partnerships with food and beverage giants to co-create clean-label, sugar-reduced, and functional products.

Financial Performance

For the fiscal year ending March 2023, Tate & Lyle PLC reported:

• Revenue: £1.75 billion (approx. $2.2 billion)
• Adjusted Operating Profit: £253 million (approx. $317 million)
• Growth was notably driven by demand in Asia-Pacific, with China being a major contributor due to increasing health-conscious consumption trends.

Shipment Records

According to global shipment tracking platforms like Volza and ImportYeti, Tate & Lyle Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. has completed over:

• 2,000 international shipments in the last 5 years.
• Shipments primarily directed to North America, Southeast Asia, and Europe, exporting functional food ingredients.
• Key exported products include corn-based starches, soluble fibers, and sucralose.

Target Markets

The company targets:

• Food and Beverage Manufacturers focusing on health and wellness trends.
• Nutraceutical Companies seeking clean-label and functional ingredients.
• Bakery, Dairy, Beverage, and Snack Segments with tailored ingredient solutions.

Capabilities

• Regional R&D and technical service support teams in Shanghai.
• Access to Tate & Lyle’s global innovation centers and application labs.
• Strong supply chain and logistics operations across Asia-Pacific.

Certifications and Compliance

• FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification
• ISO 9001 for Quality Management Systems
• Non-GMO Project Verified and Gluten-Free Certifications for selected ingredients
• Compliant with China National Food Safety Standards (GB Standards)

Customer Testimonials

Real industry feedback highlights the company’s strength in customization and technical service:

“Tate & Lyle helped us reduce sugar by 30% in our beverage line without compromising on taste, thanks to their formulation support and sucralose solutions.”
– R&D Director, Leading Beverage Brand in China

“Their PROMITOR® fiber enabled us to develop a new line of digestive health snacks that have performed excellently in the market.”
– Product Development Manager, Functional Food Company

Major Achievements

• Expansion of its Customer Innovation and Collaboration Centre in Shanghai in 2020, enhancing co-creation capabilities with local clients.
• Recognized as a Top Employer in China multiple years by Top Employers Institute.
• Awarded the Frost & Sullivan Asia-Pacific Ingredient Company of the Year for leadership in innovation and market impact.