Milat Çikolata Şekerleme Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Şirketi is a Turkish manufacturer and exporter of premium chocolates and sugar confectionery, headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye. Renowned for its broad product line that blends European-style elegance with Middle Eastern taste preferences, Milat Chocolate caters to both retail gifting and mass-market chocolate segments across more than 30 international markets.
Company Overview and Origins
Founded in the early 2010s by Yakup Gül, Milat Chocolate was built on the foundation of delivering high-quality chocolate experiences at competitive prices. The company has grown rapidly over the past decade, becoming one of Türkiye’s rising stars in chocolate exports through continuous product innovation, private label collaborations, and a strong in-house brand portfolio.
Milat leverages Türkiye's legacy in confectionery excellence and proximity to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, enabling fast logistics and flexible customization for regional palates.
Core Product Portfolio
Milat produces an extensive range of chocolate and sugar-based products across various formats, including:
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Gift Chocolates:
- Prime Life Madlen Çikolata
- MyGift Gurme Spesiyal Çikolata
- Miss You Kalp Çikolata
- Violetta Spesiyal Hediyelik Kutu Çikolata
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Snack Chocolates:
- My Miss Sütlü Baton Çikolata
- Milat Premium Sütlü, Bitter, Beyaz Çikolata
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Bulk Chocolates:
- Napoliten Çikolatalar (Milk, Dark, and Ivory variants)
- Sargılı Elmas Çikolata for hospitality and business gifting
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Chocolate Dragees:
- Badem Draje (Chocolate-coated almonds)
- Fındık Draje (Chocolate-coated hazelnuts)
- Kahve Draje (Chocolate-coated coffee beans)
- Çikolatalı Çakıl Taşı (Pebble-style dragees)
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Patisserie & Industrial Chocolate:
- MyChef Kuvertür Çikolata (Milk, Dark, White) for bakeries, patisseries, and food manufacturers
These products are available in gift boxes, flow wraps, bulk foil packs, and HoReCa-specific formats, supporting both premium retail and institutional sales.
Brands and Market Segmentation
Milat operates a strong multi-brand strategy, allowing it to effectively segment across price tiers and consumption occasions:
- Prime Life – Premium gifting and madlen chocolates
- MyGift – Gourmet boxed assortments
- Miss You – Heart-shaped romantic gifting
- Fixbon – Everyday chocolate snack bars
- My Miss – Retail milk chocolate offerings
- Chocololly – Children’s chocolate and fun formats
- Vilux – Co-branded export lines and bulk
This brand architecture supports domestic growth and tailored export offerings to regional consumer behaviors and packaging expectations.
Production Capabilities and Facilities
Milat’s Istanbul-based production facility features:
- Automated lines for enrobing, molding, and dragee coating
- Flexible systems for gift-box assembly and packaging
- Daily output capacity exceeding 20 metric tons
- In-house chocolate refining and tempering systems
- Dedicated R&D lab for flavor testing and private label development
The facility ensures adherence to international manufacturing standards and offers white-label production for partners seeking customized SKUs.
Quality Certifications and Standards
Milat Chocolate maintains compliance with globally recognized food safety and hygiene standards:
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System
- HACCP Certification
- Halal Certification for majority of product lines
- Fully compliant with EU labeling and import regulations
These certifications enable the company to seamlessly serve clients in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Export Market Reach
Milat exports its products to over 30 countries, including:
- GCC Nations: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman
- North Africa: Libya, Egypt, Algeria
- Eastern Europe: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia
- Asia: Malaysia, Indonesia
- Sub-Saharan Africa: Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya
Export formats are customized to meet regional labeling (Arabic, French, English), and the company offers multi-pallet consolidated shipments for SME distributors.
According to export trade data (2020–2024):
- Over 500 commercial shipments documented
- Key export drivers: Napoliten Çikolata and Spesiyal Gift Boxes
- Repeat orders from hypermarkets, duty-free retailers, and hospitality distributors
Strategic Strengths
- Diversified Product Portfolio – From economy dragees to luxury pralines
- Strong Gifting Orientation – Designed for Ramadan, Eid, Valentine’s Day, and Christmas
- Packaging Versatility – Custom die-cut boxes, tins, sleeves, and OEM wrappers
- Speed-to-market – Rapid response to seasonal and promotional demands
Private Label & B2B Partnerships
Milat supports full-spectrum private label development for:
- Retail chains
- Airline catering
- Supermarkets
- E-commerce gift platforms
Services include:
- Flavor and recipe customization
- Package design and regulatory compliance
- MOQ flexibility and logistics support
Growth and Future Outlook
Milat is focused on:
- Expanding premium SKUs for GCC and European markets
- Launching sugar-free and functional chocolate formats
- Entering international online marketplaces (Amazon, Noon, Trendyol Global)
- Investing in green packaging and sustainable cocoa sourcing initiatives
As a modern Turkish chocolate house that bridges craftsmanship with scale, Milat Çikolata Şekerleme San.Tic.Ltd.Şti continues to elevate its global presence, delivering indulgence and gifting solutions that resonate across cultures and continents.
