Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

The Product Makers Co., Ltd.（上海普若味可生物科技有限公司）is a specialized food technology and ingredient solutions provider headquartered in Shanghai, China. It operates as the Chinese arm of The Product Makers Pty Ltd, an Australian innovation-driven company with over 30 years of expertise in flavor creation, natural bioactive extraction, and functional ingredient development. The Shanghai entity serves as a strategic base for catering to the broader Asian market, particularly China, leveraging both localized R&D capabilities and international technical know-how.

Core Business

The company focuses on three main pillars: flavor development, natural bioactives, and functional food solutions. It provides customized formulations and product development support for major players in the food, beverage, nutraceutical, and health and wellness sectors. Their emphasis lies in delivering scientifically validated, plant-based, and clean label ingredients aligned with modern consumer health trends.

Product and Service Offerings

Flavors:

• Sweet Flavors: Used across bakery, confectionery, and dairy applications.
• Savory Flavors: Catering to soups, snacks, ready meals, and meat analogues.
• Beverage Flavors: Customized for functional drinks, juices, and nutritional beverages.

Natural Bioactives (Branded Ingredients):

• Phytolin®: A plant-derived extract with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, proven through clinical studies.
• Polynol®: Rich in polyphenols, used in cardiovascular and cognitive health applications.
• Officinol®: Supports gut health and immune modulation.
• Polygain®: Polyphenol-rich cane extract with applications in metabolic and weight management.
• LoGiCane®: A natural sweetener derived from sugarcane that helps manage glycemic response.

Specialization and Core USP

The Product Makers’ core strength lies in its integration of sensory science with bioactive technology, enabling them to create functional ingredients that taste great. They are particularly known for:

• Proprietary extraction processes to preserve bioavailability and efficacy of plant compounds.
• Conducting clinical research on their core ingredients (e.g., Phytolin®, Polynol®).
• Customizing market-ready applications for their clients with a strong focus on stability, compliance, and shelf-life.

Financial and Operational Strength

While financial details specific to the Shanghai operation are limited, the parent company in Australia operates with:

• Over AUD 10 million in annual R&D and production investments.
• Dedicated laboratories in both Australia and China with cross-border collaboration.
• Partnerships with leading research institutes and universities in the APAC region for clinical validation and innovation.

Shipment and Export Data

Though detailed export data for the China subsidiary is limited, the company:

• Actively exports its functional ingredients to Southeast Asia, Japan, and South Korea.
• Has been listed as a supplier to nutraceutical manufacturers and B2B beverage brands across Asia-Pacific.
• Maintains regulatory clearances for exports under China’s National Food Safety Standards and ASEAN trade agreements.

Target Market

The Product Makers Co., Ltd. primarily serves:

• Food and Beverage brands seeking custom flavor systems.
• Nutraceutical and dietary supplement companies looking for clinically backed natural ingredients.
• Health and wellness product developers aiming for clean label, functional positioning.
• Regional FMCG firms and multinational companies operating in Asia.

Capabilities

• In-house application lab in Shanghai for rapid product prototyping and flavor testing.
• Cross-functional team with R&D, regulatory, sensory, and technical sales professionals.
• Speed-to-market development cycle, offering pilot-scale trials and formulation support.
• Advanced sensory evaluation tools to align flavors with target consumer profiles.

Certifications and Compliance

The company operates with international certifications to ensure safety and quality:

• ISO 9001
• FSSC 22000
• GMP compliance
• Adherence to China’s GB standards for food additives
• Halal certification for selected product lines

Additionally, clinical studies on their branded bioactives are published in peer-reviewed journals, offering further scientific credibility to their health claims.

Customer Testimonials

“TPM’s Phytolin® has added a credible natural edge to our energy drink line. The taste profile works wonderfully, and the clinical backing gives it shelf appeal.”
— Product Manager, APAC Beverage Brand (client feedback from ingredient showcase, 2022)

“Working with TPM China helped us localize our snack flavors effectively without compromising on originality. They understand the regional palate very well.”
— R&D Head, Multinational Snack Company (SIAL China exhibitor feedback, 2021)

Major Achievements

• Successfully launched LoGiCane® as a low-GI alternative sweetener in China, backed by human trials.
• Partnered with leading Chinese dairy and beverage companies for flavor systems development.
• Recognized at international trade events such as Fi Asia and SIAL China for innovation in natural ingredients.
• Contributed to published research on polyphenol health effects, validating its bioactive ingredient claims.

The Product Makers Co., Ltd. stands out in China’s functional ingredient and flavor market through its strong scientific backing, robust product customization capabilities, and commitment to sustainable, plant-based innovation tailored to modern health-conscious consumers.