Lyckeby Culinar Shanghai Co., Ltd.（珂瑞纳（上海）贸易有限公司）is the Chinese subsidiary of Lyckeby, a global leader in sustainable and functional potato-based ingredients. Based in Shanghai, the company plays a key role in distributing high-performance starches, proteins, and food ingredient systems to the Chinese and broader Asian markets. As part of the Swedish-owned Lyckeby Group, Lyckeby Culinar Shanghai combines Scandinavian innovation with deep market understanding to meet the needs of food manufacturers across various industries.
Core Business and Product Portfolio
Lyckeby Culinar Shanghai specializes in providing customized ingredient solutions focused on plant-based, clean-label formulations. Its core product categories include:
Potato-Based Native and Modified Starches:
Functional starches for dairy, sauces, soups, snacks, and ready meals
Clean-label starches suitable for freeze-thaw stability and high-shear processing
Dextrins:
Low-viscosity carbohydrates used in coatings, dry mixes, and meat systems
Fibers:
Dietary fiber solutions for functional foods and nutritional enhancement
Proteins:
Potato protein isolates with high nutritional value, used in meat alternatives and protein-fortified foods
These ingredients are tailored for applications in dairy, meat, bakery, sauces, plant-based foods, and convenience meals.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
As a part of the Lyckeby Group, Lyckeby Culinar Shanghai brings a unique combination of:
Scandinavian R&D expertise: Leveraging research from Sweden’s most advanced potato ingredient labs
Sustainably sourced raw materials: Sourced from cooperatives in Sweden with full traceability
Clean-label innovation: Starches and fibers developed without chemical modification, aligning with natural food trends
Technical customization: Local application labs and customer formulation support in Asia
Its value proposition lies in helping food manufacturers develop high-performance, sustainable, and label-friendly products.
Export and Distribution Network
While Lyckeby Culinar Shanghai operates primarily as a distributor within China, the parent group Lyckeby has a strong international export presence with deliveries to:
Europe (Germany, UK, France)
Asia (China, South Korea, Japan)
North America
Products distributed from the Shanghai office often originate from Lyckeby’s production facilities in Sweden and are shipped in:
25kg industrial bags
Bulk containers for industrial processors
The Shanghai unit enables rapid import, storage, and local technical support across China.
Financial and Operational Overview
Though financials specific to the Shanghai subsidiary are not disclosed, Lyckeby Group operates with:
Annual revenue exceeding €100 million globally
Over 400 employees worldwide
ISO 9001, ISO 22000, and BRC-certified production sites
Multiple global R&D and application centers
The Shanghai office serves as a critical link for customer engagement, technical service, and product development in East Asia.
Target Market
Lyckeby Culinar Shanghai targets mid to large-scale food processors across:
Dairy and plant-based dairy alternatives
Meat and meat alternative industries
Instant meals and convenience foods
Beverage and nutritional product manufacturers
Sauce, soup, and condiment producers
Its starch and protein systems are especially valued for clean-label innovation, texture optimization, and allergen-free attributes.
Capabilities
Custom formulation development via local application labs
Regulatory support and documentation for Chinese market entry
Supply chain logistics for cold and dry storage
Collaborative product innovation with regional F&B brands
The company’s technical team in China works closely with R&D units in Sweden to co-create high-functioning, clean-label ingredients.
Certifications and Compliance
All Lyckeby ingredients offered through the Shanghai office comply with:
FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and ISO 22000 standards
BRC (British Retail Consortium) global food safety standards
Non-GMO compliance
Halal and Kosher certifications on select product lines
Documentation includes COA, MSDS, and origin traceability, aligned with import regulations in China and global food safety authorities.
Customer Feedback and Testimonials
While customer-specific feedback is not publicly listed, Lyckeby is globally recognized for:
Superior technical support
Highly functional clean-label solutions
Consistency in quality and supply
Transparent sourcing and sustainability practices
Repeat business from global food brands and growing interest in plant-based ingredients in China indicates strong customer satisfaction.
Major Achievements
Established as a key distribution and service hub in Asia since the launch of the Shanghai subsidiary
Enabled Chinese manufacturers to adopt clean-label starches and potato proteins
Expanded the use of potato-based solutions in plant-based meat and dairy markets
Contributed to Lyckeby’s global footprint by bridging Scandinavian R&D with Asian consumer needs
Lyckeby Culinar Shanghai Co., Ltd. continues to support the next generation of food innovations in Asia by delivering sustainable, functional, and label-friendly ingredients that align with modern consumer expectations.
