About Mafin S.r.l.
Mafin S.r.l. is a leading Italian manufacturer and exporter of snack pellets, headquartered in Galliera Veneta, Italy. With a strong legacy in extrusion technology and food innovation, Mafin specializes in developing high-quality, customizable snack pellets for the global snack food industry.
By combining traditional Italian food expertise with modern food processing techniques, Mafin has positioned itself as a trusted supplier to snack producers worldwide, offering diverse shapes, flavors, and healthier alternatives to conventional snacks.
Core Business & Product Offerings
Mafin S.r.l. provides a wide range of snack pellets, designed for puffing, frying, and baking applications. These products serve as the foundation for ready-to-eat snacks, distributed through global retail and food service networks.
3D & Double Layer Pellets
- Tricot® Chicken Legs – Three-dimensional, chicken-leg-shaped snack pellets.
- Tricot® Sky Mix – A collection of multi-textured, double-layer snack bases.
Better for You (Healthy Snack Pellets)
- High Protein Micropellets – A protein-enriched snack alternative, ideal for fitness-conscious consumers.
- Low Sodium Pellets – Specially formulated low-salt snack bases, meeting health-focused dietary needs.
Chips & Strips
- Potato Chips – Classic, thin-cut potato snack bases, ready for seasoning and packaging.
- Corn Chips – Light and crunchy corn-based chip pellets.
Fantasy Shapes
- Mini Flakes – Unique, customizable snack shapes, designed for creative and fun snack experiences.
- Custom Snack Pellets – Bespoke designs and tailored textures to meet client specifications.
Micropellets
- Potato Micropellets – Ultra-light, airy-textured potato-based pellets.
- Corn Micropellets – Crisp, crunchy corn-based snack bases.
- Chickpea Micropellets – High-protein, chickpea-based snack pellets, ideal for healthy snacking trends.
Pasta Shapes & More
- Traditional Pasta Shapes – Extruded pasta-based snacks, delivering a unique crispy texture.
- Innovative Snack Forms – Specialized non-traditional snack bases, allowing customization for brand differentiation.
Veggie & Mixed Ingredient Pellets
- Vegetable-Based Pellets – Natural, vegetable-infused snack bases, incorporating spinach, beetroot, and carrot extracts.
- Mixed Ingredient Pellets – A combination of grains, legumes, and vegetables for a healthier snacking alternative.
Market Reach & Export Statistics
Mafin S.r.l. is a major player in the global snack pellet industry, supplying bulk snack bases to snack manufacturers across Europe, Asia, and North America.
Key Market Insights
- Annual Production Capacity: Over 10,000 metric tons of snack pellets.
- Top Export Destinations: Germany, France, UK, USA, Brazil, UAE, India, Japan.
- Retail & Food Service Distribution: Partnering with major snack brands, private-label manufacturers, and industrial food processors.
- Growth in Healthier Snack Alternatives: 20% YoY increase in demand for high-protein, gluten-free, and low-sodium snack pellets.
Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Mafin differentiates itself in the snack food industry through:
- Innovative Extrusion Technology – Advanced food processing expertise ensures consistent texture and high-quality snack bases.
- Customizable Snack Pellets – Offering bespoke shapes, textures, and formulations to meet diverse brand-specific requirements.
- Health-Focused Snack Solutions – Developing functional snacks, including high-protein, gluten-free, and organic options.
- Commitment to Sustainability – Utilizing eco-friendly production processes and sustainable ingredient sourcing.
- Global Export Expertise – Extensive logistics and distribution network, ensuring timely international deliveries.
Certifications & Compliance
Mafin S.r.l. upholds strict quality and food safety standards, maintaining international certifications such as:
- ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management System)
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) Certification
- BRC (British Retail Consortium) Food Safety Certification
- IFS (International Featured Standards) Certification
- EU Organic & Gluten-Free Certified – For selected snack pellet varieties.
These certifications ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements, reinforcing Mafin’s reputation for excellence in snack production.
Achievements & Industry Recognition
- Top 3 Snack Pellet Manufacturers in Europe – Recognized for product innovation and export growth.
- Expansion into High-Protein & Healthier Snack Segments – Achieving 15% annual growth in protein-enriched snack pellet sales.
- Strategic Collaborations with Leading Snack Brands – Supplying global snack manufacturers with custom-designed snack bases.
- Sustainability Leadership – Implementing waste reduction initiatives and sustainable raw material sourcing.
Future Growth & Expansion Plans
Mafin S.r.l. is focused on expanding its global footprint and enhancing product innovation, with strategic objectives including:
- Increasing production capacity by 30% to meet growing demand in emerging snack markets.
- Expanding the functional snack pellet range, introducing new protein-enriched and superfood-based snack solutions.
- Investing in sustainable packaging, ensuring eco-friendly and biodegradable snack packaging options.
- Strengthening direct B2B partnerships, collaborating with international snack food manufacturers and private-label brands.
- Developing exclusive co-branded snack concepts, creating tailored solutions for retail and food service brands.
With its cutting-edge snack technology, commitment to quality, and global market expertise, Mafin S.r.l. continues to be a pioneer in the snack pellet industry, delivering innovative and customizable snack solutions to brands worldwide.
