Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Zunyi Zhongjiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd., located in Zunyi, Guizhou Province, China, is a specialized manufacturer focused on the processing and extraction of chili-based products. The company combines advanced biotechnology with traditional spice craftsmanship to produce high-quality oleoresins, chili powders, and compound seasonings for the global food industry.

Company Overview

Founded with the vision of integrating agricultural resources from Guizhou's chili-producing regions into high-value functional food ingredients, Zunyi Zhongjiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. has become a regional leader in capsicum extraction. The company leverages local chili raw material advantages and industrial-scale refining equipment to serve both domestic and international food processing companies.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Zhongjiao Biotechnology offers a focused range of spice and extract-based products:

• Capsicum Oleoresin

  • Highly concentrated chili extract rich in capsaicin
  • Used in food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and feed additives

• Paprika Oleoresin

  • Oil-soluble pigment and flavoring agent derived from paprika
  • Common in snacks, sauces, meat products, and seasoning blends

• Chili Powder

  • Finely milled chili used as a raw spice and base ingredient

• Chili Compound Seasonings

  • Custom-formulated blends with chili as the core, combined with garlic, salt, cumin, and other flavor enhancers

These products are exported in bulk and packaged for B2B clients in the food, feed, and condiment industries.

Specialization and Unique Selling Points (USPs)

Zunyi Zhongjiao differentiates itself through:

• Vertical Integration: Direct sourcing from chili farms in Guizhou, ensuring consistent quality and pricing
• High Capsaicin Purity: Standardized extraction processes for targeted Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)
• Oil-Based and Water-Based Extraction Expertise: Product adaptability across food manufacturing systems
• Customization: Oleoresin formulations tailored to client needs for SHU, color value, and solubility

Its Capsicum Oleoresin is especially noted for its high potency and color stability, making it ideal for hot sauce brands and snack coating manufacturers.

Export Capabilities and Shipment Records

Zhongjiao Biotechnology has actively expanded its global footprint over the last five years. Trade intelligence platforms and export trace databases indicate:

• More than 120 international shipments annually
• Key export markets include India, South Korea, Vietnam, Egypt, and Mexico
• Bulk packaging includes 20 kg drums for oleoresins and 25 kg bags for chili powders

The company is known for stable delivery cycles, ensuring product availability even during seasonal harvest fluctuations.

Target Market

The company serves a broad client base including:

• Food manufacturers (snacks, sauces, frozen meals)
• Condiment and seasoning companies
• Meat processing firms (especially for marinades and coatings)
• Feed additive manufacturers (capsaicin as a metabolism stimulant)
• Natural food colorant distributors

Zhongjiao is also involved in OEM and white-label chili extract production, offering branding support to international customers.

Compliance and Certifications

Zunyi Zhongjiao Biotechnology adheres to strict production and quality control standards:

• GB2760 and GB/T Chinese national standards for food additives
• Internal quality control for:
  • Capsaicin content and SHU validation
  • Microbiological safety
  • Residual solvent analysis
• COA and MSDS provided for every export batch
• Products are designed to comply with EU and FDA regulations for food safety (specific certifications not publicly listed)

The company also ensures low levels of heavy metals and complies with import regulations across Asia and the Middle East.

Capabilities

• Modern extraction workshops using supercritical CO₂ and solvent-based extraction
• Annual processing capacity of over 3,000 tons of raw chili material
• Customized heat unit (SHU) options ranging from 20,000 to 1,000,000 SHU
• In-house lab equipped with HPLC and UV spectroscopy for capsaicin analysis and color measurement

Packaging formats include both industrial drums and smaller B2B packs (1kg–5kg) for seasoning manufacturers.

Customer Feedback and Market Recognition

Clients from across Asia and the Middle East have reported:

• High product consistency in terms of pungency and coloration
• Fast lead times and reliable export documentation
• Effective technical support for product formulation and usage optimization

Repeat clients include spice exporters, hot sauce bottlers, and global food conglomerates using Zhongjiao’s extracts as active ingredients.

Key Achievements

• Recognized as a leading agricultural processor in Guizhou’s spice industry development program
• Successfully developed high-concentration oleoresins for use in pharmaceutical-grade applications
• Exported to more than 20 countries with increasing demand from health food and functional spice markets
• Featured in regional food expos and government-supported chili processing innovation initiatives

Zunyi Zhongjiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. continues to scale its production capacity and technical capabilities to meet the growing demand for high-potency, clean-label chili products, contributing to the global trend of spicy flavor innovation.