Ingredia SA is a France-based global leader in the development, production, and commercialization of high-value dairy ingredients. Headquartered in Arras, northern France, the company specializes in milk powders, functional and nutritional proteins, and clinically validated bioactive ingredients. Backed by the Prospérité Fermière dairy cooperative, Ingredia brings together cutting-edge innovation and sustainable agricultural sourcing to serve the food, nutrition, and health industries in over 90 countries.
Company Overview
Founded in 1991, Ingredia operates as part of the third-largest dairy cooperative in France, enabling it to secure a consistent, high-quality milk supply from over 1,300 member farms. The company processes more than 400 million liters of milk per year, transforming raw milk into functional dairy ingredients that enhance the nutritional, sensory, and functional properties of end products.
Ingredia is known for its dual focus on sustainability and innovation, with significant investments in R&D and environmental responsibility. The company’s state-of-the-art facilities are ISO-certified and geared for clean, traceable, and safe production.
Core Business
Ingredia’s core operations focus on transforming raw milk into:
- Nutritional dairy proteins for infant, sports, and medical nutrition
- Functional ingredients for bakery, dairy, and beverage applications
- Bioactive compounds with clinically demonstrated health benefits
- Premium milk powders for food manufacturers worldwide
Product and Service Offerings
Milk Powders:
- Skimmed Milk Powder
- Whole Milk Powder
- Cream Powder
Milk Proteins:
- Milk Protein Concentrates (MPC)
- Milk Protein Isolates (MPI)
- Micellar Casein
- Whey Protein Isolates (WPI)
Bioactive Ingredients (Clinically Supported):
- Lactium® – A patented bioactive peptide derived from milk, clinically shown to reduce stress and improve sleep quality
- Pep2Dia® – A milk-derived dipeptide targeting postprandial blood sugar regulation, developed for prediabetes and metabolic health applications
- Prodiet® Lactoferrin – A biofunctional iron-binding glycoprotein for immunity and gut health
Functional Systems:
- Customized dairy-based ingredient systems tailored for bakery, cheese, ice cream, and ready-to-drink beverage applications
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
- Scientific Validation: All bioactive ingredients are backed by clinical trials and published research, supporting EFSA and FDA regulatory pathways.
- Sustainable Dairy Sourcing: Ingredia’s milk comes from cows raised on family farms committed to animal welfare, GMO-free feed, and environmental stewardship.
- Traceability & Quality: Every batch is traceable from farm to final product, supported by Ingredia’s proprietary Via Lacta® sustainability and quality program.
- Customized Innovation: Offers formulation and co-development services to tailor ingredient functionality for client-specific needs.
Financials
Ingredia, as part of the Prospérité Fermière cooperative group, reported consolidated sales of over €450 million in recent years. Exports account for 70% of turnover, and the company maintains long-term supply agreements with top-tier multinationals in food and nutrition.
Shipment Data
- Export Markets: Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East
- Major Export Products: Milk protein isolates, Micellar Casein, Lactium®, Skimmed milk powder
- Packaging Formats: Industrial bags (15kg–25kg), aseptic drums, and customized B2B formats
- Compliance Certifications: EU, USDA, FSMP (Food for Special Medical Purpose), Kosher, Halal, and Organic (on select lines)
Target Market
- Nutraceutical and Functional Food Brands
- Infant and Pediatric Nutrition Manufacturers
- Sports and Clinical Nutrition Formulators
- Bakery, Beverage, and Ice Cream Producers
- Pharma and Health Product Developers
Ingredia’s ingredients are widely used in clean label applications, high-protein dairy drinks, meal replacements, immunity boosters, and metabolic health products.
Capabilities
- Two GMP-grade dairy processing plants in France
- Dedicated R&D center with over 40 researchers
- In-house clinical trial management and scientific publishing
- Co-development labs for formulation optimization with global clients
- Fully integrated quality and traceability systems from farm to facility
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015
- FSSC 22000 Food Safety Certification
- GMP for Infant Formula Ingredients
- Halal and Kosher Certification
- EU Organic Certification (select lines)
- REACH and FSMP-compliant for bioactive products
Customer Testimonials
Ingredia’s ingredients are used by global leaders in nutrition, who cite:
- “Excellent protein purity and batch-to-batch consistency”
- “Science-backed bioactives that meet regulatory scrutiny and perform clinically”
- “Reliable supply chain and flexible formulation support for innovation pipelines”
These testimonials reinforce Ingredia’s reputation as a high-integrity, science-driven, and customer-centric ingredient provider.
Major Achievements
- Over 30 peer-reviewed scientific publications supporting their proprietary bioactives
- Recognized by Frost & Sullivan for Ingredient Innovation Leadership in dairy bioactives
- Developed the Via Lacta® CSR program, certifying 100% traceable, sustainable milk sourcing
- Supplies ingredients to more than 200 global nutrition and food brands
Ingredia SA continues to shape the future of dairy-based nutrition through sustainability, science, and strategic partnerships, delivering ingredient solutions that meet the evolving needs of global consumers.
