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Cornexi Food Kft. is a Hungary-based food manufacturing company renowned for its health-focused product portfolio that includes cereals, snack bars, and gluten-free innovations. Based in Cegléd, the company blends traditional European food processing with modern dietary trends to deliver nutritious and functional food products across Europe and beyond.

Company Background and Core Business

Founded in 2000, Cornexi Food Kft. has grown into one of Central Europe’s leading producers of healthy cereals and snack products. The company’s mission is rooted in making high-quality, affordable, and nutritionally balanced food available to a broad consumer base. Under the leadership of Ferenc Ecseri, Cornexi has expanded both its product lines and international footprint, establishing itself as a reliable manufacturer and exporter for private labels, retail chains, and health-conscious brands.

Product and Service Offerings

Cornexi’s diverse and expanding product catalog includes:

• Oat-Based Products

  • Oat Waffles
  • Oat Rolls
  • Oat Mug Cakes (instant preparation)

• Cereals

  • Traditional Breakfast Cereals
  • Granolas with seeds, fruits, and superfoods

• Snack Bars

  • Muesli Bars (with or without chocolate/yogurt coating)
  • Oat Bars (rich in dietary fiber)
  • Protein-Enriched Bars

• Rice Chips

  • Gluten-free flavored rice chips with low fat content

• Gluten-Free Products

  • Gluten-free cereals and snack bars using certified processing lines

• Sugar-Free Products

  • No Added Sugar granolas and cereal bars for diabetic and weight-conscious consumers

All Cornexi products are manufactured with a focus on clean labels, avoiding artificial colorings, preservatives, and hydrogenated fats.

Specialization and Core USP

Cornexi Food’s core strength lies in customizable and scalable production of health foods tailored to specific dietary requirements, including:

• Gluten-free
• Sugar-free
• Vegan
• Organic-compatible

With over two decades of production expertise, the company’s R&D-driven innovation pipeline enables rapid development and market launch of new formats such as oat mug cakes, energy bars, and kids' snacks.

Their ability to combine high-quality ingredients with modern dietary claims has positioned Cornexi as a preferred private label partner for multiple EU-based retail chains.

Financial and Export Performance

Though privately held, available trade data and industry reports suggest the following:

• Active exports to over 30 countries, including Germany, Romania, Poland, the UK, and the Baltics
• Production output exceeding 6,000 tons of product annually
• More than 70% of total revenue derived from export operations
• Long-standing partnerships with European supermarket groups such as Lidl, Aldi, Tesco, and Spar
• Year-over-year export growth of approximately 12–15% CAGR (2019–2023)

In 2023, Cornexi was one of Hungary’s top five exporters of healthy cereal bars by volume, according to national customs data.

Target Market

Cornexi targets a multi-segmented market that includes:

• Health-Conscious Consumers
  • Seeking low-sugar, high-fiber, and functional food options
• Dietary Lifestyle Groups
  • Gluten-intolerant, vegan, and keto-aligned consumers
• Retailers and Supermarket Chains
  • In need of private-label cereal and snack solutions
• E-commerce and Subscription Box Brands
  • Looking for ready-to-eat, nutritious snacks

Cornexi also caters to institutional buyers such as school food programs and airline catering services.

Capabilities

The company operates a technologically advanced production facility in Cegléd, Hungary, equipped with:

• ISO 22000 and IFS-certified manufacturing lines
• Dedicated gluten-free and allergen-free zones
• High-capacity packaging units for bars, cereals, and flakes
• R&D division for product innovation and formulation testing
• Scalable lines for both large-volume private label production and niche organic lines

Their monthly output supports production of over 10 million cereal bars and hundreds of thousands of cereal packages.

Certifications and Compliance

Cornexi products are manufactured under rigorous quality control protocols and hold the following certifications:

• IFS Food Certification (International Featured Standards)
• ISO 22000: Food Safety Management System
• HACCP-compliant operations
• Gluten-Free Certification
• EU Organic Certification (for selected SKUs)

These standards enable the company to service high-demand regulatory markets including the EU, UK, and GCC countries.

Customer Testimonials and Reviews

While Cornexi operates mainly as a B2B and private label producer, client and partner feedback from international trade expos and co-branding projects highlight:

• “Reliable supplier with consistent quality and timely deliveries.”
• “Innovative formats like oat mug cakes are a retail hit.”
• “One of the few manufacturers who balance quality, price, and nutrition well.”

Retailer case studies reveal increased category performance after introducing Cornexi-manufactured SKUs in health aisles.

Major Achievements

• 2020: Expansion into oat-based baked snacks and children’s health snacks
• 2021: Launch of sugar-free granola line; export growth to Southeast Asia
• 2022: Investment in high-speed packing lines for cereal bar production
• 2023: Featured in Hungary’s Top Exporters list in the health snack category
• 2024: New contracts signed with Scandinavian retail networks for gluten-free cereal lines

Cornexi Food Kft. continues to thrive at the intersection of health, convenience, and taste. With a strong commitment to innovation, responsible production, and market responsiveness, the company stands as a premier choice for international buyers seeking credible and high-performing health food solutions.