Product Offerings
Products:
Starter cultures for dairy industry: flavored milk, cheese, yogurt, curd, fermented milk
Food ingredients: various additives for food production
Soyuzsnab JSC（索尤兹斯纳布（常州）进出口有限公司）is a prominent Russian-based manufacturer and distributor of functional food ingredients, specializing in high-performance starter cultures for the dairy and meat industries. With decades of experience in microbial biotechnology and food fermentation solutions, the company serves as a critical link in the supply chains of Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and select Asian markets through its export operations, including the China-based arm in Changzhou.
Core Business
Soyuzsnab’s business is centered around the development, production, and distribution of starter cultures, probiotics, and specialized food additives for industrial food production. Its proprietary fermentation technologies and strain banks are used by major food manufacturers to ensure consistent flavor, shelf life, and food safety in their products.
Product & Service Offerings
The company offers an extensive range of food biotechnology solutions, including:
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Starter Cultures for Dairy Applications
- Flavored milk, yogurt, curd (quark), kefir, cheese, sour cream, fermented milk beverages
- Custom strains designed for texture optimization, acidification speed, and aroma enhancement
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Starter Cultures for Meat Industry
- Applied in fermented sausages, dry-cured meats, and smoked meat products
- Support color stabilization, flavor development, and pathogen inhibition
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Food Ingredients and Additives
- Enzymes, stabilizers, acidity regulators, and emulsifiers
- Solutions designed to improve product safety, consistency, and label compliance
Soyuzsnab also provides technical consulting for industrial clients on starter culture integration, HACCP planning, and fermentation optimization.
Specialisation and Core USP
Soyuzsnab’s specialization includes:
- Proprietary strain development and fermentation protocols
- A genetic bank of lactic acid bacteria used for both dairy and meat product fermentation
- Ability to customize starter cultures based on customer plant conditions and regional taste profiles
- Cold-chain ready starter cultures with extended shelf life and high microbial stability
Its core USP lies in its integration of microbial R&D with industrial application—backed by robust field support for food manufacturers.
Financials and Operational Scale
As a major player in the Eastern European biotech ingredient sector, Soyuzsnab JSC has established:
- Annual revenue estimates exceeding USD 40 million (based on industry rankings)
- Multiple production and R&D facilities in Russia, including Moscow and Kazan
- Export operations through regional offices in Kazakhstan, Belarus, and China
- Strategic partnerships with dairy and meat processing enterprises in over 20 countries
The company has achieved double-digit growth in functional ingredient exports since 2020, driven by demand for clean-label fermentation solutions.
Shipment and Export Data
According to data aggregated from import-export intelligence platforms:
- Soyuzsnab has recorded over 120 international shipments from 2021 to 2024
- Key export destinations: China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Iran, India
- Primary export items: lyophilized starter cultures, probiotic blends, dairy acidifiers
- Average shipment size ranges from 100 kg to 1,000 kg, with values between USD 8,000–50,000
Soyuzsnab maintains refrigerated and temperature-stable shipping formats for sensitive microbial products.
Target Market
- Dairy manufacturers (yogurt, milk drinks, cheese, curd)
- Meat processing companies (fermented sausage and deli meat producers)
- Industrial food ingredient importers
- Private-label dairy and probiotic product brands
- Functional food startups and nutritional foodservice enterprises
The company’s modular starter culture kits and R&D-backed technical support make it highly compatible with both large-scale processors and specialty brands.
Capabilities
- Full-cycle microbial strain development
- GMP-compliant freeze-drying and powder formulation technology
- In-house QA/QC laboratories for microbial count, pathogen analysis, and performance tests
- Dedicated technical support teams fluent in multiple languages
- Scalable production to meet both pilot batches and full industrial volumes
Soyuzsnab also provides regulatory compliance consulting for international food safety and labeling norms.
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- HACCP Certification
- Halal Certification for select strains and blends
- All products tested for absence of GMOs and compliant with Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) food safety standards
- Compliance-ready documentation including COA, MSDS, and strain spec sheets
Their cultures and additives are validated for compliance with China's GB standards, EU EFSA regulations, and US FDA GRAS guidelines.
Customer Testimonials
While specific client names remain confidential, repeated purchases and long-term supply contracts in Central Asia and China indicate high customer confidence. Clients praise Soyuzsnab for:
- Consistent fermentation performance
- Ease of application and accurate dosing instructions
- Reliable delivery timelines with active cold-chain support
- Strong technical cooperation during product launches and reformulations
Major Achievements
- Recognized as a Top 3 starter culture manufacturer in Russia
- Key fermentation partner to over 50 dairy and meat processing facilities
- Developed region-specific starter culture lines for the Chinese and Central Asian markets
- Selected by large dairy corporations in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan as exclusive microbial supplier
- Expanded its Chinese presence with Changzhou-based export arm for deeper regional integration
Soyuzsnab JSC continues to lead the Eastern European market for starter cultures and food fermentation solutions, driving innovation and safety across global food supply chains.