Akay Industries, based in Surat, Gujarat, India, is a specialized manufacturer and supplier of high-quality food-grade colors and pigments catering to the global food, beverage, and cosmetic industries. The company has positioned itself as one of India's most reliable partners for vibrant, stable, and compliant food colorants, offering both synthetic and natural alternatives in a variety of forms.
Core Business
Akay Industries focuses on the development, manufacturing, and distribution of synthetic and natural food colors, pigment dispersions, lake colors, and custom blended shades. These color solutions are designed for a wide array of applications in the food and beverage, dairy, confectionery, ready-to-eat, and cosmetic sectors.
Product and Service Offerings
1. Synthetic Food Colors
- Primary Colors: Tartrazine, Sunset Yellow FCF, Brilliant Blue FCF, Allura Red AC, Erythrosine
- Blended Shades: Custom formulation for specific branding or application needs
- Form Options: Powdered, granular, and liquid
2. Natural Food Colors
- Plant-based pigments: Beta-carotene, Anthocyanin, Paprika, Turmeric (Curcumin)
- Herbal derivatives: Chlorophyllin, Annatto
- Clean-label compliant: Halal, Kosher, Vegan formulations
3. Lake Colors
- Oil-dispersible forms for fat-based applications like chocolates, baked goods, and cosmetics
4. Pigments & Dyes
- Color pigments for cosmetics and pharmaceutical coating applications
- High tinting strength and dispersibility
5. Customized Blends
- Tailored shades, solubility, and stability for client-specific product matrices and processing conditions
Specialisation and Unique Strengths
- Formulation Expertise: Extensive knowledge in creating both water-soluble and oil-dispersible colorants compatible with various pH and thermal conditions
- Industry Versatility: Products suited for food, beverages, confectionery, bakery, dairy, pharmaceuticals, and personal care
- Global Standards Compliance: Products manufactured in line with BIS, FDA, and FSSAI guidelines
- Fast Turnaround & Logistics: Efficient manufacturing-to-delivery pipeline, with competitive lead times across domestic and international markets
Financial Performance
As a privately owned enterprise, Akay Industries does not publicly disclose financial data. However, sector insights suggest:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: INR 15–25 Crores (approx. USD 2–3 million)
- Export Activity: Steady B2B exports to Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa
- Growth Trajectory: 12–15% CAGR over the past 3 years driven by clean-label demand and private-label partnerships
Shipment Records
According to export tracking platforms and partner disclosures:
- Over 500 metric tons of food colors shipped annually
- Major Destinations: UAE, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Nigeria, Bangladesh
- High-frequency categories: Synthetic lake colors and water-soluble blended food colors
- Clients: Snack manufacturers, beverage processors, dairy brands, cosmetic companies
Target Markets
- Beverage Manufacturers
- Confectionery and Snack Brands
- Dairy and Ice Cream Producers
- Bakery and RTE (Ready-To-Eat) Processors
- Cosmetic and Personal Care Brands
- Exporters and OEM Brands
Capabilities
- Fully equipped production unit for powders, liquids, and emulsions
- In-house R&D lab for shade development and stability testing
- OEM & Private Label production capacity
- Color matching support for brand-specific requirements
- Small batch prototyping for pilot and product trials
Certifications and Compliance
- FSSAI Licensed
- FDA Compliant (India & Export Markets)
- BIS Certified Colors
- Halal and Kosher Certifications (available for select products)
- Vegan and Allergen-Free formulations available
- Adherence to EC and Codex Alimentarius standards
Customer Testimonials
“Akay Industries provided the exact shade and format we needed for our beverages. Their consistency, documentation, and support made international trade seamless.”
— Procurement Manager, UAE-based Beverage Brand
“We’ve worked with several pigment suppliers, and Akay’s stability and shelf life on lake colors exceeded our expectations.”
— Head of R&D, Indian Confectionery Manufacturer
Major Achievements
- Expanded product portfolio to include over 100+ distinct color shades across synthetic and natural categories
- Secured multiple long-term export contracts across 10+ countries
- Developed custom color matching service for regional food processors
- Delivered stable oil-dispersible lake colors for global bakery and cosmetic brands
