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Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

3T40/3U41
NECC (Shanghai)
17 Mar - 19 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Products:

Dairy Ingredients: Lactose, Demineralized Whey Powder, Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC), Whey Protein Isolate (WPI), Lactoferrin, Skim Milk Powder, Whole Milk Powder

Functional Ingredients: Lactase, Compound Food Additives

Dairy Products: Cream, Butter, Cheese, Cheese Snacks

Casein Products: Sodium Caseinate, Calcium Caseinate, Casein Phosphopeptide

Beijing Milkyway Trade Corp., headquartered in Beijing, China, is a well-established supplier of premium dairy ingredients and value-added food components. With more than two decades of experience in global dairy trade, the company has built a comprehensive supply chain encompassing importing, manufacturing, and distribution of dairy-based nutritional and functional ingredients across China and international markets.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Beijing Milkyway Trade Corp. operates in three principal business areas: dairy ingredients, functional food additives, and finished dairy products.

  • Dairy Ingredients:

    • Lactose: Pharmaceutical and food-grade lactose for infant formula and confectionery.
    • Demineralized Whey Powder: Used in infant nutrition and bakery products.
    • Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC) and Whey Protein Isolate (WPI): High-quality protein sources used in sports nutrition and clinical foods.
    • Lactoferrin: Bioactive protein supporting immune health, sourced from premium origins.
    • Skim Milk Powder and Whole Milk Powder: Sourced globally and used in beverages, desserts, and bakery.
  • Functional Ingredients:

    • Lactase: Enzymes used in lactose-free dairy production.
    • Compound Food Additives: Customized blends designed to improve flavor, texture, and functionality in processed foods.
  • Dairy Products:

    • Cream, Butter, Cheese: Imported and distributed to high-end food service and food manufacturing sectors.
    • Cheese Snacks: Retail-ready cheese-based products tailored for urban consumers and modern trade.
  • Casein Derivatives:

    • Sodium Caseinate and Calcium Caseinate: Used in nutritional formulations and emulsification systems.
    • Casein Phosphopeptides (CPP): Functional ingredient for calcium bioavailability in fortified foods.

These products are designed to meet the needs of dairy processors, infant formula manufacturers, bakeries, and nutrition companies.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

Beijing Milkyway stands out for its strong global sourcing network, particularly from Europe, Oceania, and North America. The company specializes in:

  • Importing high-purity dairy ingredients with strict adherence to China’s import quality standards.
  • Offering customized compound solutions based on specific customer formulations.
  • Providing regulatory and documentation support for functional ingredients used in infant and health foods.

Its agility in sourcing from multiple international markets ensures price and supply stability for its clients.

Target Markets and Export Activities

While the company’s primary focus is on serving the Chinese domestic market, it maintains strong trading relationships across:

  • Asia-Pacific: Japan, South Korea, Vietnam
  • Europe and Oceania: Imports from the Netherlands, New Zealand, Ireland, and Australia
  • North America: Key suppliers from the U.S. and Canada

Its clientele includes:

  • Infant formula producers
  • Dairy processors and co-packers
  • Functional food and supplement brands
  • Catering chains and food service distributors

The company’s B2B model and B2G partnerships with Chinese regulatory bodies support its role in bridging international suppliers with domestic end users.

Financials and Operational Scale

As a private enterprise, Beijing Milkyway has reported robust growth since its establishment in the early 2000s. Financial indicators and operational activities show:

  • Import volumes exceeding thousands of metric tons annually in dairy raw materials
  • Partnerships with top-tier international dairy brands for exclusive ingredient representation in China
  • Expanding footprint with cold chain storage, regional distribution hubs, and R&D application centers in East and South China

The company's consistent procurement and fulfillment performance positions it as one of the leading importers of specialty dairy ingredients in China.

Certifications and Compliance

All imported and distributed products comply with:

  • China’s GB food safety standards
  • EU and US origin certificates
  • Halal and Kosher documentation where applicable
  • CNCA-approved dairy suppliers for infant formula ingredients
  • Internal batch tracking and COA systems to ensure transparency

The company also provides clients with functional specification sheets, technical data sheets (TDS), and regulatory filing support for compliant ingredient use in finished products.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

Beijing Milkyway supports customers with:

  • Application labs for dairy reconstitution, protein solubility, and functionality testing
  • Cold chain logistics systems for temperature-sensitive dairy products
  • OEM and private-label solutions for retail cheese and dairy snack segments
  • Blending and premix facilities for custom formulations

Through a lean operational model and deep industry know-how, Milkyway ensures reliable delivery, technical support, and flexible contract arrangements.

Customer Testimonials

Positive client feedback underscores the company's reliability and quality:

“Their demineralized whey and lactoferrin exceeded our microbiological and solubility specs—great for our infant formula blending line.”
– QA Director, Infant Nutrition Company, Hangzhou

“We source all our cheese and butter imports through Milkyway because of their professionalism and regulatory clarity.”
– Procurement Lead, National Dairy Processor, China

Recognitions and Industry Participation

The company actively engages in industry events and policy consultations:

  • Exhibitor at FIC (Food Ingredients China) and SIAL China
  • Member of China Dairy Industry Association
  • Contributor to China Import Dairy Safety and Standards Committee

Recognized as a key importer and trade facilitator for dairy ingredients, Milkyway supports innovation through collaboration with academic institutions and foreign embassies for food and nutrition diplomacy.

Summary

Beijing Milkyway Trade Corp. is a trusted and influential player in China's dairy ingredient supply chain. With global sourcing capabilities, regulatory expertise, and technical formulation support, the company plays a critical role in delivering high-quality ingredients to China’s fast-evolving food and nutrition markets. Its commitment to safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction continues to reinforce its reputation as a leading importer and solutions provider in the functional dairy sector.