Qingdao Bright Moon Seaweed Group Co., Ltd. is a global leader in the marine bioproducts industry, specializing in the extraction, development, and commercialization of seaweed-derived ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and cosmetic applications. Headquartered in Qingdao’s Huangdao District, China, Bright Moon Seaweed Group is one of the largest and most technologically advanced marine bioproducts companies in the world, integrating R&D, production, and global distribution. ## Company Overview Founded in 1968 and restructured as a modern enterprise in 2000, Bright Moon Seaweed Group has over five decades of expertise in marine biotechnology. The company operates under the guiding philosophy of "Serving Life with Ocean Resources" and maintains a vertically integrated model from seaweed sourcing to final formulation. With multiple industrial parks, innovation centers, and export-certified factories, Bright Moon exports to over 70 countries across Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America. ## Core Business Bright Moon’s core competencies lie in marine-based ingredient innovation, offering sustainable and functional products across multiple industries: - Food Ingredients: Alginates and sugar alcohols - Health & Nutrition: Fucoidan, seaweed polyphenols, algae DHA - Agriculture: Seaweed-based fertilizers and biostimulants - Animal Nutrition: Seaweed-derived feed additives - Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals: Alginates for wound dressings, hydrogel, and cosmetic gels ## Product & Service Offerings ### 1. Alginates - Types: Sodium, Calcium, Potassium, Ammonium, Magnesium Alginate, Propylene Glycol Alginate - Applications: - Food: Stabilizers, thickeners, emulsifiers (meat, dairy, beverages, jellies) - Pharmaceuticals: Tablet disintegrants, wound dressings - Industrial: Printing pastes, paper coatings, welding rods ### 2. Functional Sugar Alcohols - Mannitol: Used in confectionery, oral care, and IV solutions - Sorbitol: Used in sugar-free products and emulsions - USP/EP/BP Grades available for pharmaceutical and food applications ### 3. Marine Bioactives - Fucoidan: Sulfated polysaccharide with anti-inflammatory, immune-modulatory, and antiviral properties - Seaweed Polyphenols & Extracts: Used in anti-aging and health formulations - Algal DHA (Algae Oil): Sustainable omega-3 source for infant and functional nutrition ### 4. Seaweed-Based Agricultural Solutions - Bio-fertilizers: Plant growth regulators, anti-stress biostimulants - Organic and OMRI-certified seaweed liquid and granular fertilizers ### 5. Feed Ingredients - Functional fibers, immunity boosters, and gut health modulators for livestock and aquaculture ## Specialization & Unique Selling Proposition - End-to-End Marine Bioproduct Supply Chain: From wild and cultivated seaweed sourcing to precision extraction and formulation - High Purity Grades: Pharmaceutical-grade alginates and refined marine extracts - R&D Leadership: More than 150 patents, two national marine biotechnology laboratories, and collaborations with Ocean University of China - Sustainability Focus: Eco-friendly harvesting, traceability, and clean energy production ## Financial Performance Bright Moon is a state-backed high-tech enterprise with strong annual growth across both domestic and global markets: - Estimated Annual Revenue: Over ¥2.8 billion RMB ($385 million USD) - Annual Export Revenue: ¥800+ million RMB ($110 million USD) - Export Share: More than 30% of total sales - R&D Investment: Over ¥120 million RMB annually in innovation and bio-research ## Shipment & Export Insights - Export Markets: USA, Japan, Germany, Netherlands, Brazil, South Korea, Australia - Top Exported Products: Sodium Alginate, Fucoidan, Mannitol, Sorbitol - Certifications: - ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 22000 - GMP for API production - FSSC 22000 - HALAL, KOSHER - USDA & EU Organic (agri products) - REACH (EU chemical compliance) - Packaging Formats: Bulk 25kg fiber drums, pharma-grade sterile pouches, custom OEM options ## Target Market Bright Moon services a wide array of industries: - Food & Beverage Manufacturers - Pharmaceutical Companies - Health Supplement Brands - Cosmetic & Personal Care Producers - Agrochemical Distributors - Aquaculture & Livestock Feed Producers ## Capabilities - Production Capacity: - Alginates: 25,000+ MT/year - Mannitol & Sorbitol: 10,000+ MT/year - Agricultural Fertilizer: 20,000+ MT/year - Fucoidan: 500+ MT/year (scalable) - Infrastructure: - 5 Industrial Parks - 3 R&D Centers - Dedicated Port Logistics Facilities - Workforce: Over 3,000 employees, including 400+ technical experts ## Certifications & Compliance - ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 22000 Certified - FSSC 22000 – Food Safety Management - GMP for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients - HALAL and KOSHER Certified - REACH Compliant (Europe) - USDA and EU Organic Certified (Agricultural Division) ## Major Achievements - Top Global Supplier of Sodium Alginate by volume and export share - China’s First Industrial Fucoidan Manufacturer with full-scale capacity - Recipient of National Innovation Award in Marine Science & Technology - Official Supplier to Major Pharma and Beverage Brands - Ranked Among China’s Top 100 Biotech Companies ## Customer Testimonials > “Bright Moon’s alginates provide unmatched consistency and compliance with our pharma-grade specs. Their technical support is highly responsive and professional.” > — Procurement Director, Global Pharma Company > “We source our functional fibers and fucoidan exclusively from Bright Moon for our health food brand. The quality, traceability, and documentation are industry-leading.” > — R&D Manager, Nutraceutical Brand, Japan
