Jungbunzlauer México, S.A. de C.V. is the Mexican subsidiary of Jungbunzlauer AG, one of the world's leading producers of biodegradable ingredients of natural origin. Headquartered in Mexico City, the branch plays a critical role in the company’s strategy to serve Latin American markets with high-quality, sustainable, and bio-based ingredients used across the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial sectors.
Company Background
Founded in Basel, Switzerland, Jungbunzlauer has expanded its global presence with production sites in Austria, France, Germany, and Canada, and sales offices in key international markets—including Mexico. The Mexican operation enables localized support, faster logistics, and regulatory assistance for clients across Central and South America.
With a history of over 150 years and a strong focus on sustainability, Jungbunzlauer maintains its position as a global leader in fermentation-based ingredients. All products from its Mexican office are sourced from certified manufacturing plants and comply with international quality and safety standards.
Core Business
Jungbunzlauer México focuses on the distribution, sales, and technical support of the group’s core ingredient categories:
Fermentation-derived organic acids and derivatives
Natural thickeners and stabilizers
Functional minerals and salts
Low-calorie sweetening agents
The subsidiary supports food manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, beverage producers, personal care formulators, and industrial users across Mexico and Latin America.
Industrial users in construction and fermentation processes
Capabilities
Technical Support and Formulation Expertise
Regulatory Documentation Compliance for COFEPRIS and LATAM regulations
Warehouse and distribution channels within Mexico
Private label and bulk packaging options
Eco-efficiency analysis and carbon data for sustainability audits
Certifications and Compliance
All Jungbunzlauer products meet or exceed international quality standards:
ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000
BRC, FSSC 22000
Halal and Kosher certified
Non-GMO, Organic (EU and USDA NOP compliant where applicable)
Biodegradable certified (TÜV OK Biodegradable)
REACH, FDA, EFSA compliant
Jungbunzlauer’s manufacturing and distribution processes also align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Major Achievements
Recognized as one of the top three citric acid producers globally
Developed Erylite® — a leading erythritol brand used in natural sweetening systems
First fermentation ingredient company to publish a full Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) across product lines
Major supplier to multinationals like Nestlé, Unilever, PepsiCo, and Danone
Active contributor to Latin American regulatory harmonization efforts in food additives
Customer Testimonials
“Working with Jungbunzlauer México allows us to develop cleaner, more natural food formulations while staying compliant with our sustainability goals. Their team provides world-class support.”
— Head of R&D, Regional Beverage Manufacturer
“We rely on their erythritol and lactic acid for our functional food applications. The product purity and supply reliability are unmatched.”
— Technical Manager, Nutraceutical Brand, Mexico
