Guangdong Yujin Food Co., Ltd. (广东聿津食品有限公司) is a specialized manufacturer of food flavorings, natural extracts, and compound seasonings headquartered in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, China. As an innovation-driven food additive company, Yujin Food focuses on the research, development, and production of high-quality natural and synthetic flavoring agents, supporting a wide range of food and beverage manufacturers across China and international markets.
Core Business and Operations
Yujin Food operates across several segments within the food ingredient and flavor industry. The company develops customized flavor systems and functional ingredients to enhance taste, aroma, appearance, and shelf life of processed foods. Its main product categories include:
- Condiments and Seasoning Products: Sauces, spice blends, and premixed seasonings for meat, snack, and noodle applications.
- Flavors and Fragrances: Synthetic and natural flavoring agents tailored for dairy, bakery, beverage, and confectionery products.
- Natural Food Colorants: Plant-based pigments used for food coloring in clean-label product formulations.
- Compound Seasonings: Customized seasoning formulations based on specific regional and culinary profiles.
- Natural Extracts: Concentrated extracts derived from herbs, spices, and botanical sources.
- Sweet Flavors: High-intensity sweeteners and sugar flavor enhancers for beverages and desserts.
Yujin Food has built an integrated R&D, production, and quality assurance system to maintain product consistency and regulatory compliance.
Specialisation and Unique Strengths
The company’s competitive advantages are rooted in its ability to provide:
- Tailor-made flavor solutions aligned with regional consumer taste preferences.
- Natural and clean-label product offerings, including non-GMO and allergen-free options.
- Cross-functional application support with in-house culinary and formulation teams.
- Stable supply chain through vertically integrated sourcing and domestic manufacturing.
Yujin Food collaborates with multiple domestic universities and food research institutions to enhance its innovation pipeline and accelerate the development of next-generation flavor technologies.
Financials
As a privately held company, Guangdong Yujin Food does not disclose full financials publicly. However, based on industry sources and trade estimates:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: RMB 120–180 million (~USD 17–25 million)
- Production Volume: Over 8,000 metric tons of flavor and seasoning products annually
- Growth Rate: Double-digit annual growth driven by China’s demand for processed and convenience foods
The company supplies to both large-scale food processing groups and mid-sized manufacturers in China and Southeast Asia.
Global Shipments and Export Performance
Though primarily focused on the domestic market, Guangdong Yujin Food has expanded into regional export markets over the last five years:
- Export Destinations: Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and select Middle Eastern markets
- Key Exported Products: Compound seasonings, natural colorants, and concentrated flavor emulsions
- Volume: Several dozen shipments annually based on customs tracking platforms
Participation in regional food expos and B2B sourcing platforms has supported the company's outreach to international buyers seeking cost-effective, high-performance flavor ingredients.
Target Markets
Guangdong Yujin Food’s primary customers include:
- Instant food manufacturers – noodles, sauces, ready meals
- Snack food producers – seasoning for chips, extruded snacks, crackers
- Meat and seafood processors – marination blends, injectables, coating seasonings
- Beverage companies – fruity, dairy, and herbal flavor systems
- Bakery and dessert brands – sweet flavors and natural pigments
The company is positioning itself as a key ingredient partner in Asia’s rapidly evolving food industry, particularly for clients focused on innovation and customization.
Capabilities
- Pilot-scale application labs for product testing across categories
- Spray-drying, emulsification, and encapsulation technology for powder and liquid formats
- Customization for heat-stable, acid-resistant, and clean-label flavoring systems
- In-house analytical testing lab for sensory evaluation and stability studies
- Batch-to-batch traceability system for quality assurance
These capabilities allow Yujin Food to meet complex formulation requirements for both traditional and modern food products.
Certifications and Compliance
Yujin Food adheres to Chinese and international standards of safety and quality. Documented certifications include:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management System
- ISO 22000 / HACCP – Food Safety Management Systems
- Halal Certification
- QS Certification (China) – Quality and safety compliance for food additive production
The company is also working toward obtaining additional global certifications such as FSSC 22000 and Kosher to expand its export footprint.
Testimonials and Recognition
Yujin Food has received recognition for:
- “Excellent Food Ingredient Supplier” in Guangdong Province for several consecutive years
- Praise from domestic customers for rapid R&D customization, stable product performance, and responsive technical service
Third-party buyers on Chinese B2B platforms highlight the company’s flexibility and reliable delivery schedules as key differentiators.
Major Achievements
- Developed over 300 proprietary flavor and seasoning formulations
- One of the top 10 compound seasoning producers in southern China based on production capacity
- Strategic partnership with major domestic noodle and meat processing companies
- Recognized for “Green Production” under the Guangdong provincial food industry initiative
Guangdong Yujin Food Co., Ltd. continues to emerge as a dynamic player in China’s flavor and food ingredient market, combining technical innovation with responsive service to deliver effective, safe, and sensory-rich food solutions to the global marketplace.