Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

Besan Nişasta Gıda Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. is one of Turkey’s leading producers of starch-based food ingredients and corn derivatives. Headquartered in Konya, the company has established a significant presence in the agro-industrial sector through its advanced production facilities, high-volume output, and dedication to quality and sustainability. With over 30 years of operational experience, Besan is a trusted supplier to the food, beverage, confectionery, pharmaceutical, and animal feed industries both in Turkey and in international markets.

Core Business

Besan specializes in the production and export of corn-based ingredients such as starches, sweeteners, proteins, and by-products. The company operates a fully integrated corn wet milling facility that enables precise control over every step of the value chain—from raw corn input to finished products delivered in customized packaging formats.

Besan serves as a key supplier to both B2B clients in food processing and industrial buyers in agriculture and manufacturing.

Product and Service Offerings

Besan’s diversified product range addresses multiple application sectors including bakery, dairy, confectionery, beverages, sauces, pharmaceuticals, and animal nutrition:

• Starch Products

  • Native Corn Starch
  • Modified Starch
  • Pregelatinized Starch (used in ready-to-eat applications)

• Sweeteners

  • Glucose Syrup (DE 38–63)
  • High Maltose Syrup (60–70%)
  • Fructose Syrup (Isoglucose)

• Protein Derivatives

  • Corn Gluten Meal (High Protein Feed Ingredient)
  • Corn Gluten Feed

• Other Derivatives

  • Corn Germ (for oil production)
  • Corn Fiber (used in feed and biofuel industries)

All products meet international quality and food safety standards and are available in bulk, IBC, or packaged formats suitable for global export.

Specialization and USP

Besan's competitive edge lies in:

• Vertical Integration: Full control from corn sourcing to final product packaging
• High-Volume Production: One of the largest corn wet milling plants in Turkey
• Export Expertise: Well-established international logistics and documentation support
• Quality & Consistency: Strict lab testing, compliance with EU and Codex standards
• R&D-Driven Customization: Tailored formulations for unique industrial needs

Financials and Business Scale

Besan operates as a high-capacity industrial producer with steady revenue and export growth:

• Estimated Annual Revenue: USD $40–60 million
• Annual Processing Capacity: 300,000 metric tons of corn
• Production Area: Over 100,000 m² of industrial facilities
• Export Markets: Over 35 countries in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia
• Employees: 200+ personnel including engineers, chemists, and export specialists

Shipment and Export Record

Based on export data from Turkish trade registries and global market platforms:

• Annual Export Volume: Approx. 50,000 metric tons of corn-based derivatives
• Top Export Markets: Germany, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, South Korea
• Export Product Focus: Glucose Syrup, Corn Gluten Meal, Modified Starch
• Certifications Supporting Export: Halal, Kosher, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000

Target Market

Besan serves a wide variety of sectors and client profiles:

• Food manufacturers (bakeries, confectioneries, snack producers)
• Beverage companies (soft drinks, functional drinks)
• Pharmaceutical ingredient formulators
• Livestock feed manufacturers
• Traders and distributors of bulk food ingredients

Capabilities

• Advanced Corn Wet Milling: Modern automated plant ensuring minimal contamination and maximum yield
• In-House Laboratory: Real-time analysis of moisture, pH, protein content, and viscosity
• Global Logistics Network: Export-ready with documentation in line with international trade compliance
• Custom Formulation: Offers formulation development for functional foods and industry-specific applications

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
• ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 – Food Safety Management
• Halal and Kosher Certified
• GMO-Free Declaration Available
• REACH Compliant – For EU chemical regulation conformity

Customer Testimonials

“Besan's glucose syrup has significantly improved our confectionery production consistency. Their technical support and export logistics were exceptional.”
— Product Development Manager, Confectionery Brand, Egypt

“Reliable quality and on-time delivery. We have been importing modified starch from Besan for over 4 years with zero complaints.”
— Purchasing Director, Food Manufacturer, Germany

Major Achievements

• Recognized as a Top Corn Derivatives Exporter in Turkey (2022) by industry association reports
• Expanded into Asian markets in 2021, establishing distribution in South Korea and Vietnam
• Installed New Starch Line (2020) to increase output capacity by 30%
• Launched Eco-Efficiency Program (2023) to reduce water consumption by 15%

Besan Nişasta Gıda Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. continues to lead Turkey’s corn-based ingredient sector with an emphasis on technology, international compliance, and sustainable production practices—delivering safe and consistent products to global partners.