Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Palsgaard China Ltd., a subsidiary of the Danish emulsifier pioneer Palsgaard A/S, operates as a key hub for food ingredient solutions in the Asia-Pacific region. Based in Shanghai, China, the company is dedicated to the production, innovation, and application of emulsifiers and stabilizers tailored for the food manufacturing industry.

Palsgaard, established in 1917 in Denmark, is globally recognized as the inventor of the commercial food emulsifier and remains one of the most respected names in emulsifier and stabilizer systems. Palsgaard China Ltd. continues this legacy by offering localized support and high-performance solutions to Chinese and regional food brands.

Core Business and Products

Palsgaard China Ltd. provides an extensive portfolio of functional ingredients for multiple food categories. Key offerings include:

• Emulsifiers:
  • Palsgaard® SA series: Designed for cakes, muffins, and industrial baking, improving volume, crumb structure, and shelf life.
• Stabilizers:
  • Palsgaard® AcidMilk series: Tailored for fermented milk products, offering excellent mouthfeel and stability in yogurt drinks.
• Combined Emulsifier/Stabilizer Systems:
  • Palsgaard® ChoMilk series: Optimized for chocolate milk and other flavored beverages to enhance texture, suspension, and stability.

These ingredients are plant-based and non-GMO, supporting clean-label trends and regulatory compliance in global markets.

Specialization and USP

Palsgaard’s unique position in the Chinese market is defined by:

• Carbon-neutral production: Palsgaard was the world’s first emulsifier producer to achieve full CO₂-neutral production across all global plants, including its China operations.
• Dual-function solutions: Many of its systems combine emulsifying and stabilizing functions, reducing the need for multiple additives.
• Application expertise: The company runs a state-of-the-art application center in Shanghai where clients can co-develop and trial food formulations.
• Global-to-local integration: Access to Danish innovation with local market adaptation.

Production Capabilities

Palsgaard’s production setup in China is supported by regional warehousing and technical service networks:

• Shanghai application lab equipped for bakery, dairy, confectionery, and beverages
• Strong import and distribution infrastructure via Palsgaard’s global supply chain
• Capacity to serve multinational and domestic Chinese clients with JIT delivery models

Shipment and Export Records

Though primarily focused on servicing the domestic Chinese market, Palsgaard China Ltd. operates within a global logistics system:

• Palsgaard ingredients are exported to more than 100 countries, including regular shipments from Denmark to China.
• Typical shipment volumes range from 100 kg pilot batches to metric-ton level bulk orders.
• HS codes include:
  • 2106909090 – Food preparations not elsewhere specified
  • 3824999999 – Emulsifier and stabilizer mixtures

Target Market

Palsgaard China Ltd. supplies a wide spectrum of food industry verticals, including:

• Industrial bakeries: For cakes, sponge mixes, and premixes
• Dairy and plant-based drinks manufacturers
• Ice cream and dessert producers
• Chocolate and confectionery producers
• Ready-to-drink beverages

Its clientele includes multinational corporations, local Chinese brands, and co-manufacturers across the food ecosystem.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

• Local application center in Shanghai for R&D collaboration and product trials
• Full regulatory documentation including technical specs, MSDS, COAs, and Halal/Kosher certifications
• Sales and technical teams with deep expertise in Chinese and Asian food systems
• Sustainable sourcing and ingredient transparency for traceability and clean-label adherence

Certifications and Compliance

All Palsgaard products meet stringent global quality and safety benchmarks, including:

• ISO 9001: Quality Management
• ISO 22000: Food Safety Management
• FSSC 22000: Food Safety System Certification
• Halal Certification
• Kosher Certification
• Non-GMO certification
• Carbon-neutral manufacturing verified by third-party auditors

These standards ensure consistent quality, safety, and environmental compliance across markets.

Customer Feedback and Testimonials

Clients across Asia have recognized Palsgaard China for:

• Product reliability and performance consistency
• Technical partnership in recipe optimization
• Proactive support in regulatory and labeling compliance
• Sustainability leadership, especially among global buyers

Major clients in baking and dairy sectors cite the dual-function emulsifier-stabilizer systems as a key differentiator for product performance and cost-efficiency.

Major Achievements

• First in the world to produce carbon-neutral emulsifiers and stabilizers
• Established a fully operational technical application center in Shanghai
• Serves more than 200 clients in Greater China region
• Operates as a key supply and R&D hub for Asia-Pacific growth strategy

With over a century of emulsifier innovation and a strong local footprint in China, Palsgaard China Ltd. is positioned as a trusted, sustainable, and technically advanced partner for the region’s evolving food industry.