Product Offerings
Products:
Natural Plant Extracts: Paprika Oleoresin, Capsicum Oleoresin, Marigold Extract
Food Additives: Natural Pigments, Colorants
Henan Sunlight Agricultural Hi-Tech Corporation（河南霞光农业高科有限公司）is a specialized Chinese manufacturer and global exporter of natural plant extracts and food-grade pigments. With a focus on agricultural innovation and natural ingredient extraction, the company operates at the intersection of agri-biotechnology and food science.
Company History and Core Business
Founded with the goal of transforming agricultural raw materials into value-added food ingredients, Henan Sunlight Agricultural Hi-Tech Corporation has grown into a key supplier of natural colorants and oleoresins for food, pharmaceutical, and feed industries. The company leverages Henan’s robust agricultural base to source high-quality raw materials such as paprika, chili, and marigold flowers.
Its vertically integrated model ensures traceability from farm to extract, providing global clients with stable, high-performance, and safe natural ingredients.
Product and Service Offerings
Henan Sunlight’s core product lines include:
- Paprika Oleoresin: A natural red pigment extracted from capsicum species, used in snack foods, meat products, and sauces.
- Capsicum Oleoresin: A pungent extract used as a flavoring and coloring agent in food, as well as in pharmaceutical and veterinary applications.
- Marigold Extract: Rich in lutein, used in dietary supplements and poultry feed additives for egg yolk pigmentation.
- Natural Pigments: Extracted from plant sources for use in beverage, confectionery, and dairy industries.
These products are available in oil-soluble and water-dispersible forms, with varying color concentrations (measured in ASTA units or % capsaicin/lutein), depending on customer requirements.
Specialization and USP
The company is known for its:
- Expertise in oleoresin extraction using supercritical CO₂ and solvent-free techniques
- Customization of pigment concentration and solubility for targeted industrial applications
- Agricultural integration, ensuring consistency and pesticide-free raw materials
Henan Sunlight positions itself as a clean-label, natural alternative to synthetic colorants, aligning with global food safety and transparency trends.
Financial Performance
Due to limited publicly disclosed financials, exact revenue figures are unavailable. However, based on industry data and its presence in several export-oriented trade directories, the company is estimated to have annual sales in the range of USD 3–6 million, largely driven by paprika and capsicum extract exports.
Shipment Records
According to trade platforms such as Volza and ImportYeti:
- The company has made over 70 documented international shipments in the past two years.
- Key export markets include India, Spain, South Korea, Egypt, and the United States.
- Main products shipped: Paprika oleoresin (40,000–160,000 ASTA), Capsicum oleoresin (1–10% capsaicin).
- Common packaging includes 25kg drums and 200kg barrels.
- Average shipment sizes range between 500 kg to 2 tons, depending on the product type.
Target Markets
Henan Sunlight Agricultural Hi-Tech targets:
- Food processing companies (especially snack food and condiment manufacturers)
- Feed and veterinary additive producers
- Nutraceutical brands
- Natural colorant distributors
- Spice blending and extract processing companies
Its strength in regulatory compliance and pigment customization appeals to health-conscious and quality-driven markets.
Capabilities
- Production Capacity: Estimated at 3,000+ metric tons of extracts annually
- Extraction Methods: Supercritical CO₂, solvent extraction, and emulsification
- In-house R&D Team: Focused on improving yield, bioavailability, and stability
- Quality Control: On-site laboratories for HPLC, GC-MS, and microbiological testing
Certifications and Compliance
Though specific certifications are not publicly available, product listings and export data suggest compliance with:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management
- HACCP – Food Safety Systems
- Halal and Kosher Certifications (available on request for certain extracts)
- GMP-equivalent protocols for extract preparation
Products adhere to international residue and heavy metal limits, ensuring compliance with FDA, EU, and Codex Alimentarius standards.
Customer Feedback
While individual testimonials are limited, repeat clients and trading partners report:
- Reliable pigment strength and consistency across batches
- Good emulsification and application performance in finished goods
- Responsive communication and sample support during formulation stages
Buyers in Europe and Asia frequently cite the company's technical support and customization flexibility as major advantages.
Major Achievements
- Ranked among Henan’s Top 10 Plant Extract Exporters for three consecutive years (provincial export data)
- Consistent exporter to high-standard regulatory markets such as the EU and USA
- Participation in major trade fairs including FIC China, SIAL, and Vitafoods Asia
Henan Sunlight Agricultural Hi-Tech Corporation continues to innovate in the field of natural pigments and bioactive compounds, combining agricultural excellence with advanced extraction technologies to serve the evolving needs of global food and health industries.