Nantong Changhai Food Additive Co., Ltd.（南通市常海食品添加剂有限公司）, operating under the brand name Niutang, is a globally recognized manufacturer of high-quality food additives, particularly focusing on artificial and natural sweeteners. Headquartered in Haimen, Jiangsu Province, China, the company has established itself as a key supplier to the global food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries through its commitment to quality, innovation, and regulatory compliance.
Core Business
The core business of Nantong Changhai Food Additive Co., Ltd. centers around the production of non-nutritive sweeteners and nutritional additives. With decades of expertise in chemical manufacturing, the company is one of the pioneering Chinese producers of aspartame, and it has expanded its product portfolio to include a wide range of sweeteners and vitamins designed for diverse industry applications.
Product and Service Offerings
- Aspartame: A high-intensity sweetener used in beverages, desserts, chewing gum, and pharmaceutical formulations. Niutang’s aspartame meets FCC, USP/NF, EP, and JP standards.
- Sucralose: A zero-calorie sweetener approximately 600 times sweeter than sugar, stable under heat and over a wide range of pH conditions.
- Acesulfame-K: Often used in combination with other sweeteners to enhance sweetness synergy and flavor profile in soft drinks and bakery items.
- Stevia and Glucosyl Steviol Glycosides: Natural sweeteners extracted from the stevia leaf, offering a clean-label alternative with zero glycemic impact.
- Folic Acid (Vitamin B9): A vital nutritional ingredient used in food fortification, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical applications.
Specialization and Core USP
Niutang’s specialization in sweetener manufacturing is supported by vertically integrated production facilities and advanced purification technologies. Its core USPs include:
- Long-established expertise in aspartame production, being among the earliest licensed producers in China.
- Strong focus on regulatory compliance, with certifications for major international markets.
- Capabilities for both bulk and customized formulations, including granulated, powdered, and co-processed sweetener blends.
Financial Overview
While detailed financials are not publicly available due to the company’s private status, Niutang’s consistent participation in global trade and industry expos suggests strong financial performance and robust export capacity. Indicators from industry sources reveal:
- Annual sweetener production capacity of over 6,000 metric tons, with a significant portion allocated to aspartame.
- Folic acid production exceeding 300 metric tons per year.
- A growing share of revenue from North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
Shipment Data
According to export tracking sources such as Volza and ImportYeti:
- Niutang has recorded hundreds of international shipments annually, with primary destinations including the United States, Germany, Brazil, Japan, and India.
- Aspartame and sucralose shipments account for over 70% of export volumes.
- Verified long-term supply relationships with multinational food and beverage corporations, flavor houses, and nutraceutical companies.
Target Market
Nantong Changhai targets the following industries:
- Food & Beverage: Manufacturers of carbonated drinks, dairy products, confectionery, and baked goods.
- Pharmaceuticals: Producers of chewable tablets, oral suspensions, and sugar-free medicines.
- Nutritional Supplements: Brands producing vitamins and functional foods.
- Industrial Applications: Coatings, cosmetics, and health products utilizing sweeteners for taste masking and calorie control.
Capabilities
- Modern production facilities with GMP-grade manufacturing lines.
- In-house R&D team focused on sweetener stability, solubility, and flavor enhancement.
- Product customization for particle size, solubility, and coating properties.
- Global distribution network with partners and representatives in more than 50 countries.
Certifications and Compliance
Niutang products comply with the most stringent international standards, including:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
- FSSC 22000 – Food Safety System Certification
- GMP Certification
- Halal and Kosher Certifications
- Conformity to FCC, USP/NF, EP, and JP specifications for sweeteners and folic acid
Customer Testimonials
On various international B2B platforms, Niutang is consistently recognized for:
- High product consistency and purity.
- Timely shipment and strong export packaging.
- Professional after-sales support and regulatory documentation availability.
- Trusted as a preferred supplier for both multinational corporations and regional distributors.
Major Achievements
- Recognized as one of China’s Top Exporting Enterprises in Food Additives.
- Long-term exhibitor at Fi Asia, FIC China, and SupplySide West.
- Among the first Chinese companies to receive GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) affirmation in the U.S. for sweetener products.
- Played a role in expanding sucralose and stevia market presence in European and North American markets through partnerships and certifications.
Nantong Changhai Food Additive Co., Ltd. continues to lead the sweetener industry through innovation, compliance, and a deep understanding of global food ingredient trends, delivering sweet solutions that meet the evolving demands of health-conscious and regulatory-focused markets worldwide.
