Product Offerings
Products:
Diutan Gum: Used in food, beverage, and energy industries
Xanthan Gum: Commonly used as a food additive and rheology modifier
Gellan Gum: Utilized in various applications including food and personal care products
CP Kelco（邱博投资（中国）有限公司）is a globally recognized leader in nature-based ingredient solutions, specializing in hydrocolloids and functional biopolymers. With manufacturing and R&D operations in Wulian, China, and a global presence spanning more than 100 countries, CP Kelco is part of the J.M. Huber Corporation, one of the largest family-owned companies in the United States. The company is renowned for delivering sustainable, plant-based, fermentation-derived ingredients that improve texture, stability, and sensory attributes across food, beverage, personal care, and industrial applications.
Core Business
CP Kelco’s core business is focused on development, production, and global distribution of hydrocolloids, offering sustainable alternatives for texture modification, suspension, stabilization, and thickening. Its products are widely used in food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and energy sectors.
Product & Service Offerings
CP Kelco’s major product categories include:
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Diutan Gum
- Highly stable polysaccharide used in food & beverage, oilfield drilling fluids, and construction additives
- Known for its thermal stability, shear resistance, and performance in high-electrolyte systems
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Xanthan Gum
- Widely used rheology modifier in salad dressings, sauces, dairy, bakery, and gluten-free products
- Enhances viscosity, mouthfeel, and suspension in liquids and gels
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Gellan Gum
- Biopolymer derived via fermentation used in plant-based beverages, desserts, dairy alternatives, and cosmetics
- Provides clarity, heat stability, and customizable gel strength (available in low and high acyl forms)
CP Kelco also offers carrageenan, pectin, and cellulose gum (CMC) under its broader global portfolio, although core operations in China emphasize gellan, xanthan, and diutan gum.
Specialisation and Core USP
CP Kelco is specialized in:
- Fermentation-based production of biogums with high purity and functional performance
- Robust global regulatory compliance, allowing seamless integration into multi-national formulations
- Sustainability-first ingredient solutions, including clean-label, vegan, and non-GMO options
- Deep technical support with regional application labs to support customer formulation needs
Its USP is grounded in combining natural origin, science-based innovation, and global service capabilities.
Financials and Operational Scale
As a division of J.M. Huber Corporation, CP Kelco operates with substantial scale:
- Estimated annual global revenue exceeds USD 800 million
- Manufacturing presence in China, USA, Denmark, Finland, and Brazil
- The Wulian plant in China serves as a strategic site for Asia-Pacific production of biogums
- Exports to over 100 countries, serving FMCG companies, specialty manufacturers, and industrial processors
Shipment and Export Data
While specific plant-level data is private, CP Kelco’s activity in China includes:
- Exporting high-acyl and low-acyl gellan gum from China to Southeast Asia, India, and Australia
- Verified shipments of xanthan and diutan gum from Chinese facilities to the US and EU
- Shipment sizes typically range between 1–5 metric tons per container, valued between USD 25,000–100,000+, depending on gum type and grade
CP Kelco uses dedicated export logistics hubs and offers regional inventory support to its clients.
Target Market
- Global and regional food and beverage manufacturers
- Plant-based dairy and protein brands
- Personal care and cosmetic formulators
- Oil & gas and construction chemical manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical excipient producers
The company supports both high-volume multinationals and specialty product developers through application-specific hydrocolloid solutions.
Capabilities
- ISO-certified fermentation and manufacturing sites
- Regional application and technical service centers in Shanghai and across Asia-Pacific
- Ability to tailor grades for specific texture profiles, solubility, or gelation speed
- State-of-the-art QA/QC systems with microbiological, rheological, and analytical testing
The Wulian facility contributes significantly to CP Kelco’s Asia-Pacific supply chain resilience and lead time optimization.
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality Management System
- FSSC 22000 Food Safety Certification
- Halal and Kosher Certified
- Products compliant with GB (China), FDA (US), EFSA (EU), JECFA, and CODEX standards
- Options available for Non-GMO Project Verified and organic-certifiable grades
Each batch is supported by COA, MSDS, and full traceability records for global compliance.
Customer Testimonials
As a supplier to the world’s top CPG brands, CP Kelco receives consistent acclaim for:
- Consistent product quality and performance
- Global technical support network that aids in product development and troubleshooting
- Sustainable sourcing and production standards
- Customizable grades for unique formulations and process conditions
CP Kelco’s ability to deliver innovation and security of supply is particularly valued by customers with complex global formulations.
Major Achievements
- Inventor of gellan gum and global patent holder for multiple hydrocolloid technologies
- Selected supplier to major global plant-based milk brands for suspension and mouthfeel
- Recognized as a Sustainability Leader in Hydrocolloids by Food Ingredients First (2023)
- Invested in carbon-reduction projects and wastewater recovery systems at Wulian plant
- Launch of NUTRAVA® Citrus Fiber, showcasing CP Kelco’s shift toward clean-label fiber systems
CP Kelco continues to lead the transformation of functional food ingredients through sustainable innovation, fermentation excellence, and customer-focused solutions that meet the evolving demands of global industries.