Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Thermphos (China) Food Additive Co., Ltd., headquartered in Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, is a specialized manufacturer of phosphate-based food additives and mineral nutrient enhancers. With over two decades of experience, the company has become a trusted name in the production of food-grade phosphates, supplying both domestic and international markets with high-quality ingredients tailored for the food, health, and chemical industries.

Core Business

Thermphos focuses on the manufacturing of phosphate-based ingredients used extensively across food processing, nutritional supplementation, and industrial sectors. Its core competencies include the production of single and blended phosphates and trace mineral premixes, providing functional solutions for food texture improvement, preservation, and mineral enrichment.

Product and Service Offerings

The company offers a diverse portfolio of products categorized into the following segments:

• Food-Grade Single Phosphates:

  • Sodium Phosphates (e.g., Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Monosodium Phosphate)
  • Potassium Phosphates
  • Calcium Phosphates
  • Iron Phosphates

• Blended Phosphates:

  • Customized blends for specific food applications such as:
    • Seafood preservation
    • Meat and poultry processing
    • Bakery and noodle texture improvement
    • Dairy stabilization

• Mineral Nutrient Enhancers:

  • Compounds of Calcium, Ferric, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Magnesium
  • Premix Nutrition Enhancers for infant formulas, fortified foods, and beverages

• Other Functional Additives:

  • Aluminum-free baking powders
  • High-purity phosphates for electroplating and electronic applications

These ingredients serve critical functions including chelation, emulsification, stabilization, pH regulation, leavening, and nutritional fortification.

Specialisation and USP

Thermphos distinguishes itself through its technological precision in phosphate chemistry and commitment to high-purity, food-grade production standards. The company maintains vertical integration from raw material selection to final packaging, allowing tight quality control and customization for client-specific formulations.

Key USPs include:

• Over 20 years of expertise in phosphate production
• In-house R&D and formulation services
• Ability to produce both commodity and specialty phosphate blends
• Focus on food safety and regulatory compliance

Financials

While detailed financial disclosures are not available, industry estimations suggest that Thermphos operates within a mid-sized manufacturing bracket, likely generating between USD 10 million to USD 30 million annually based on production capacity and export volumes.

Shipment and Export Data

Based on trade analysis from databases such as Volza and ImportYeti:

• Total International Shipments (2020–2023): Over 980 documented shipments
• Primary Export Markets: Southeast Asia, Middle East, United States, South Korea, and the European Union
• Top Exported Products: Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Blended Phosphate Additives, Calcium Phosphates
• Shipment Formats: Primarily bulk powder and granule, in 25 kg or 50 kg industrial-grade packaging

Their export focus includes partnerships with global food processing brands and distributors in the baking and meat industries.

Target Market

Thermphos targets a variety of industries with B2B supply contracts, specifically:

• Food manufacturers (meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, baking, noodles)
• Health supplement producers
• Fortified food and beverage brands
• Electroplating and electronic component manufacturers requiring high-purity phosphates

Capabilities

The company operates modern production facilities equipped with:

• Automated mixing and blending systems for phosphate formulations
• Spray drying and granulation equipment for consistency in particle size
• In-house labs for microbial and chemical analysis
• Flexible packaging lines for customized client delivery

Their production environment is managed under strict quality assurance protocols and GMP principles.

Certifications and Compliance

Thermphos maintains strong regulatory alignment with domestic and international standards, including:

• ISO 9001: Quality Management System
• HACCP: Food Safety Assurance System
• Kosher Certification (for key food-grade ingredients)
• Halal Certification
• Compliance with Chinese National Food Safety Standards (GB)

These certifications make their products eligible for a wide range of global markets and regulatory environments.

Customer Testimonials

Direct testimonials are not publicly available, but B2B feedback from procurement platforms indicates:

• Reliable performance in food processing lines
• Excellent customer support and technical documentation
• High solubility and purity of phosphate products
• Efficient export documentation and customs handling

Major Achievements

• Recognized among Top 10 Phosphate Food Additive Suppliers in China
• Developed customized phosphate blends for over 200 industrial clients
• Expanded into the Middle Eastern and African markets with regional distributors since 2021
• Established a proprietary low-aluminum formulation technology for baking powder solutions

Thermphos (China) Food Additive Co., Ltd. continues to grow as a trusted name in high-functionality, safety-compliant, and customer-specific phosphate solutions for the global food industry.