Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

ANL Gıda Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Şirketi is a premier Turkish confectionery and chocolate manufacturer headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye. With an innovative product lineup that combines delight, flavor, and creative packaging, ANL Gıda is recognized for its specialized lines of chocolate surprise eggs, mini cones, licorice products, and soft candies, actively exported under globally recognized brands such as Minicco, Choco Wafer, Lexus, and Wafino.

Company Overview

Founded in 2003, ANL Gıda has established itself as a leading producer in the children’s confectionery sector. Its vertically integrated manufacturing system covers product development, mold creation, chocolate and candy production, and high-efficiency packaging—all operated within its modern facility located in Istanbul.

The company leverages over 20 years of industry experience and a youthful brand image to create market-oriented, high-margin products for retail, gifting, and promotional segments globally.

Product Portfolio

ANL Gıda offers a vibrant and diverse range of confectionery and chocolate products including:

• Chocolate Products:

  • Champion Milky Compound Chocolate Surprise Eggs with Toys
  • Cream-Filled Chocolates
  • Chocolate-Coated Mini Wafers

• Licorice Products:

  • Licorice Twists
  • Licorice Pencils in multiple fruit flavors

• Wafers:

  • Wafino Mini Cones filled with milk chocolate and caramel cream
  • Choco Wafer Bars with unique fillings

• Confectionery:

  • Minicco Filled Twist Rainbow Tutti Frutti Flavored Soft Candies
  • Sour and fruity candy varieties in kid-friendly packaging

The company consistently introduces themed and seasonal variants, such as surprise eggs with licensed toy series and limited-edition gift boxes.

Specialization and Core USP

ANL Gıda’s core competencies include:

• In-house toy and mold production for chocolate surprise eggs
• High-speed production lines with the capacity to fill 100,000+ units/day
• Product lines focused on children’s confectionery, combining edible and playable value
• Colorful, creative, and multi-language packaging formats tailored to regional retail standards

The company’s unique selling point is its blend of sweets and entertainment, making it a preferred supplier for global retailers targeting family and children’s segments.

Financial and Operational Strength

Based on trade disclosures and partner listings:

• Exports to over 60 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America
• Estimated annual production capacity exceeds 10,000 metric tons
• Strategic partnerships with international retail chains and importers for white-label and branded distribution
• Operates with over 150 employees in manufacturing, logistics, and R&D

Its strong export focus has resulted in year-on-year growth exceeding 18% over the past five years.

Market Reach and Target Customers

ANL Gıda serves a wide array of customer profiles, including:

• Toy-chocolate product importers and distributors
• International supermarket chains and convenience stores
• Gift box and promotional packaging companies
• Private-label confectionery buyers

Key export markets include:

• Europe: France, Germany, Poland, Romania
• MENA Region: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Algeria, Iraq
• CIS and Asia: Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, China
• South America: Colombia, Brazil

Manufacturing Capabilities

The company’s facility in Istanbul features:

• Fully automated chocolate molding and filling lines
• 3D mold crafting units for surprise egg toy integration
• High-speed flow-pack and blister packaging lines
• Compliance with international hygiene standards and quality protocols

With scalable infrastructure, ANL Gıda can efficiently manage seasonal production surges and custom order requirements.

Certifications and Compliance

ANL Gıda maintains a robust compliance framework that supports international exports:

• BRC Global Standard for Food Safety
• ISO 22000 Food Safety Management
• Halal Certification
• CE Toy Compliance Standards for surprise egg toy inserts
• Adherence to EU Regulation No 852/2004 for hygiene of foodstuffs

These credentials assure buyers of product safety, traceability, and cultural inclusivity.

Customer Testimonials

Distributors and retail buyers frequently commend ANL Gıda for:

• Outstanding visual appeal of packaging and toy integration
• Timely and traceable delivery schedules
• High conversion rate on shelf due to kid-friendly branding
• Effective communication and design flexibility for private labels

High retention among long-term clients in the EU and GCC markets indicates buyer satisfaction with both product performance and service reliability.

Major Achievements

• Recognized in the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) as one of the Top Confectionery Exporters of Türkiye
• Participation in major international trade shows including ISM Cologne, Gulfood Dubai, and WorldFood Istanbul
• Launch of over 50 new SKUs under the Minicco and Wafino brands between 2021 and 2024
• Maintained an export ratio above 80% of total production since 2019

ANL Gıda continues to pioneer the fusion of sweets and entertainment in the global candy market, solidifying its reputation as an innovative and reliable partner in branded and OEM confectionery.