Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Beijing Guaran Science and Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2004 and headquartered in Beijing, is a national high-tech enterprise specializing in the research, production, and application development of plant-based hydrocolloids, particularly guar gum and partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG). With a core mission to promote natural, sustainable, and functional dietary fibers, Guaran has established itself as a leading player in China’s plant gum processing industry and a growing exporter to the international food and health sectors.

Core Business Activities

The company’s product offerings cover a range of plant-based gums and dietary fibers, with applications spanning food, pharmaceuticals, personal care, oilfields, textiles, and animal nutrition:

• Guar Gum:

  • High-viscosity and fast-hydrating grades
  • Food-grade and industrial-grade variants
  • Used in bakery, dairy, sauces, beverages, and fracturing fluids for oilfields

• Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum (PHGG):

  • Soluble dietary fiber with prebiotic properties
  • Commonly used in medical nutrition, infant formula, and functional beverages
  • Marketed as “Guaran-6” – the company's flagship brand

• Psyllium Husk Powder:

  • Natural soluble fiber for digestion and weight management
  • Used in nutritional supplements and functional foods

• Other Plant Gums:

  • Tamarind gum
  • Cassia gum
  • Sourced and processed for use in pet food, personal care, and thickening agents

Research & Innovation

Guaran operates a dedicated R&D center in Beijing and maintains collaborative partnerships with leading universities such as China Agricultural University and Jiangnan University. Key areas of innovation include:

• Development of high-purity PHGG with low caloric value and high fermentability
• Custom rheological profiling for industrial guar gum applications
• Application testing labs for bakery, dairy, and beverage sectors

The company holds multiple patents related to plant gum modification, dietary fiber enrichment, and water-soluble fiber technology.

Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

• Vertically integrated supply chain, from seed import to product processing and export
• Pioneer in PHGG production in China, with product quality comparable to international standards
• Offers custom viscosity grades and formulation support for industrial buyers
• Promotes clean-label, non-GMO, and low-allergen ingredients

Production & Infrastructure

• Manufacturing Base: Hebei Province, near Tianjin Port
• Annual Capacity:
  • Guar Gum: Over 10,000 MT
  • PHGG: Over 2,000 MT
• Facilities include:
  • Spray-drying and micro-granulation lines
  • Filtration, deproteinization, and enzymatic hydrolysis systems
  • Quality control labs with microbiology, viscosity, and particle size testing equipment

Regulatory Compliance and Certifications

Guaran ensures its products comply with both Chinese and international food safety and quality systems, including:

• ISO 9001
• ISO 22000
• FSSC 22000
• HACCP
• Halal and Kosher
• FDA and EFSA-compliant documentation for PHGG and guar gum

The company also ensures REACH pre-registration for industrial applications of guar derivatives in Europe.

Trade Activity and Market Reach

Guaran supplies to both domestic and international markets, with increasing exports to:

• Southeast Asia
• Europe
• Middle East
• United States

According to trade data from platforms like ImportYeti and Volza, the company has executed more than 400 international shipments over the past five years. Exports have grown at a CAGR of 15%, particularly driven by demand for dietary fibers and low-viscosity guar applications.

Target Customers

• Health and nutrition brands producing dietary fiber supplements
• Food and beverage manufacturers (bakery, dairy, drinks)
• Pharmaceutical companies using PHGG for gut health
• Oilfield service companies needing high-viscosity guar for fracking
• Animal nutrition brands and pet food formulators

Major Achievements

• Recognized as a High-Tech Enterprise by Beijing Municipality
• PHGG brand “Guaran-6” adopted by several domestic nutraceutical companies
• Selected as a preferred guar gum supplier by leading dairy brands in China
• Recipient of “Top Fiber Ingredient Supplier” at the 2022 China Functional Food Innovation Conference

Customer Testimonials

"Guaran's PHGG is the most reliable and cost-effective we've found in the Asian market. It's stable, neutral in taste, and clinically supported."
– Director of R&D, Functional Beverage Company

"We source food-grade guar gum from Guaran for several of our formulations. Their consistency and responsiveness stand out in the industry."
– Procurement Manager, Multinational Bakery Ingredient Distributor

Beijing Guaran Science and Technology Co., Ltd. continues to drive innovation in natural hydrocolloid applications, delivering functional solutions that support digestive health, food texture optimization, and clean-label product development in both domestic and global markets.