Exhibiting at CMPL Expo 2025

Jica Foods, based in Rowland Heights, California, is a pioneering U.S.-based food brand and manufacturer specializing in jicama-based snacks. The company focuses on offering healthy, innovative, and clean-label snack alternatives derived from fresh jicama, a fiber-rich, low-calorie root vegetable. With a mission to make snacking both healthy and exciting, Jica Foods has successfully positioned itself at the intersection of functional nutrition and modern food trends.

History and Core Business

Founded by a team passionate about natural and nutritious food alternatives, Jica Foods has established itself as a market leader in jicama-based snack innovation. The brand began by reintroducing jicama to American consumers in unique formats such as sticks, wraps, chips, and slaws, quickly gaining traction in major health food stores and online marketplaces.

Core business pillars include:

• Retail Products under “Jica Foods”
• Private Label Manufacturing
• Functional Snack Development
• Export of Fresh and Processed Jicama Products

Product and Service Offerings

Jica Foods provides a diverse and innovative range of jicama-based products:

• JicaSticks:
  • Fresh-cut jicama sticks in flavors: Original and Chili-Lime
• JicaWraps:
  • Thinly sliced jicama rounds used as healthy alternatives to tortillas and wraps
• Jica de Gallo:
  • A fresh salsa-style snack available in Pineapple, Mild, and Hot variants
• Jicama Chips:
  • Thin-sliced, crisp chips in Sea Salt and Spicy flavors
• Jicama Slaw:
  • Pre-cut and seasoned slaw mixes: Classic and Spicy

All products are plant-based, gluten-free, and keto-friendly, with a clean ingredient profile, and no artificial preservatives or additives.

Specialization and Core USP

Jica Foods stands out due to:

• Ingredient Innovation: First U.S. brand to commercialize jicama in snack form
• Functional Nutrition: High fiber, prebiotic-rich, low glycemic index food options
• Clean-Label Commitment: Non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan-friendly product lines
• Private Label Capabilities: End-to-end support for formulation, packaging, and compliance

Their proprietary processing method ensures freshness, texture retention, and extended shelf life without sacrificing natural taste.

Financials

While the company is privately held, it has shown consistent retail growth with distribution in:

• Over 1,200 retail outlets across the U.S.
• Major natural food chains like Whole Foods, Sprouts, and Erewhon
• Growing online D2C presence via Amazon and company website

The brand has also expanded through partnerships with meal-kit services and co-manufacturing contracts for private labels.

Shipment Data

• Domestic Reach: Nationwide in the U.S.
• Export Markets: Canada and Mexico under brand and OEM contracts
• Typical Shipment Volume: Ranges from 5,000 to 100,000 units/month
• Distribution Channels: Cold chain logistics, grocery distributors, and food service partners

Target Market

Jica Foods targets:

• Health-conscious consumers
• Retail grocery chains and health stores
• Functional food distributors
• Keto, paleo, and diabetic diet consumers
• Private label brands seeking innovative vegetable-based SKUs

Capabilities

• Fresh Processing Unit: Cold-cut and vacuum-packed product preparation
• Private Label Production: Small-batch and large-scale order fulfillment
• Packaging Customization: Co-branded and OEM services with flexible design support
• R&D Focus: Ongoing expansion into dips, smoothies, and freeze-dried formats

Certifications and Compliance

• FDA Registered Facility
• HACCP Compliant
• Non-GMO Project Verified
• Gluten-Free Certified
• Whole30 and Keto Certified Products

These certifications ensure high safety standards and align with clean-label and functional food criteria.

Customer Testimonials

Retailers and consumers consistently appreciate:

• Freshness and Crunch
• Flavorful yet Healthy Alternatives
• Innovative Use of a Traditional Ingredient
• Clean and Transparent Labeling

Several stores report increasing repeat purchases and strong customer loyalty in the fresh snack category.

Major Achievements

• First company to launch ready-to-eat jicama snacks in North America
• Partnered with Whole Foods Market and Sprouts for nationwide rollout
• Expanded SKUs into 5 product formats within 3 years
• Recognized by food and wellness influencers as a top clean snacking brand
• Achieved keto and Whole30 certification across major product lines