Exhibiting at World Tea Expo 2025

HVA Foods PLC is a globally recognized manufacturer and exporter of premium Ceylon teas and wellness beverages, headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The company operates under the flagship brand HELADIV, offering a diverse portfolio that spans tea bags, ready-to-drink beverages, herbal infusions, and superfood-based wellness products. With over three decades of expertise and presence in more than 40 countries, HVA Foods represents the modern face of Sri Lanka's rich tea heritage.

Core Business

HVA Foods specializes in the processing, blending, packaging, and export of value-added Ceylon teas and herbal wellness beverages. Operating in both B2B and B2C segments, the company provides private label services and distributes its own brands globally, particularly in Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

Its product lines cater to both retail and hospitality sectors, with customized offerings for supermarkets, airlines, cafes, and health-food retailers.

Product and Service Offerings

HVA Foods' product suite includes:

• Tea Bags:

  • Flavored Black & Green Teas
  • Herbal and Ayurvedic Infusions
  • Cold Brew Pyramid Tea Bags

• Ready-to-Drink Beverages:

  • Iced Teas (lemon, peach, berry flavors)
  • Herbal Drinks
  • Coconut Water & Blends

• Superfoods & Specialty Teas:

  • Moringa Tea
  • Cinnamon Infused Teas
  • Turmeric & Ginger Wellness Blends

• Spices & Herbal Extracts:

  • Ceylon Cinnamon
  • Clove, Cardamom, and Lemongrass Tea Extracts

The company also offers OEM/Private Label services and custom tea gift packaging, including tins, glass jars, and eco-friendly packs.

Specialization and Core USP

HVA Foods’ core strength lies in innovation and wellness positioning, merging traditional Ceylon tea with functional health trends. Its differentiators include:

• Use of 100% Pure Ceylon tea certified by the Sri Lanka Tea Board
• Proprietary cold brew processing techniques for enhanced flavor retention
• All-natural, preservative-free recipes
• Certified organic and biodegradable packaging options
• One of the few Sri Lankan companies to offer RTD (ready-to-drink) iced teas and functional beverages under its own brand

HELADIV is also a pioneer in promoting tea-based lifestyle products, positioning itself beyond conventional commodity sales.

Financials

As a publicly listed company on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE: HVA), HVA Foods publishes regular financials:

• FY 2022/23 revenue: LKR 1.35 billion (~USD $4.2 million)
• Export income accounts for 82% of total revenue
• Gross profit margin: 35.8%
• Strongest growth regions: Asia-Pacific (26% YoY growth) and North America (18% YoY growth)

The company has posted consistent growth in its RTD segment, driven by global demand for healthier beverage alternatives.

Shipment and Export Records

According to trade analytics platforms:

• Exported to over 40 countries, with key markets including the USA, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Japan
• Over 3,200 international shipments recorded between 2020 and 2024
• Most exported SKUs: Moringa Tea, HELADIV Iced Teas, Rose Black Tea

Exports are primarily fulfilled through the company’s own processing facility in Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, with warehousing support in Dubai and California for faster distribution.

Target Market

HVA Foods serves a wide range of customers:

• Retail Consumers: Health-conscious individuals, tea connoisseurs, millennials seeking wellness products
• Corporate Clients: Hotels, airlines, cafes, supermarkets
• Private Label Clients: Regional health food brands, boutique tea startups, wellness retailers

In the U.S. (including California), HVA Foods has targeted specialty grocers, e-commerce retailers, and independent health chains, aligning with organic, fair trade, and sustainable product segments.

Capabilities

• Tea blending and RTD manufacturing facility with ISO 22000 and GMP certification
• Daily capacity: 80,000 tea bags, 25,000 RTD units
• In-house product R&D lab for new blend development
• Multilingual packaging and compliance support for global distribution

HVA Foods also offers customized formulations for Ayurvedic and herbal medical practitioners, positioning itself uniquely in the wellness and functional tea niche.

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO 22000:2018 – Food Safety Management
• GMP Certified Facility
• USDA Organic (select SKUs)
• Sri Lanka Tea Board Lion Logo certification
• Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance partner (project-specific)

All products meet EU pesticide regulations and FDA import requirements, with batch-wise COA and microbial reports.

Customer Testimonials

“HELADIV teas are the perfect balance of tradition and innovation. Their packaging and flavor profiles make them a best-seller at our wellness boutique.” – Specialty Retailer, Los Angeles, CA

“Their iced tea range has added a new dynamic to our cold beverage menu. The natural flavors and health-focused branding are a hit with our younger customers.” – Café Chain Manager, Dubai

Major Achievements

• First Sri Lankan company to launch a complete RTD iced tea range internationally
• Recognized as a Top 10 Sri Lankan Tea Exporter by the Sri Lanka Tea Board (2023)
• Developed custom-branded tea lines for 25+ international private labels
• Featured at SIAL Paris, Anuga Germany, and Natural Products Expo West USA