Suzhou Ovodan Foods Co., Ltd. (苏州欧福蛋业股份有限公司) is a leading manufacturer of processed egg products in China, operating under the internationally recognized Ovodan brand. Established as a joint venture with Denmark-based Ovodan Egg Group, the company integrates European food processing standards with China's vast agricultural resources to deliver premium-quality egg-based ingredients for foodservice, industrial, and retail clients.
Company Overview
Headquartered in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou Ovodan Foods specializes in the production of pasteurized liquid eggs, egg powders, and ready-to-eat egg products. The company leverages cutting-edge production technologies, stringent hygiene controls, and vertically integrated supply chains to ensure consistent quality and food safety.
As part of the global Ovodan network, the Suzhou plant acts as a hub for the Asia-Pacific region, providing custom solutions to multinational food manufacturers and local brands.
Product Portfolio
Suzhou Ovodan offers a broad range of egg-based products, segmented into the following categories:
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Pasteurized Liquid Eggs:
- Liquid Whole Egg
- Liquid Egg Yolk
- Liquid Egg White
- Blends with additives for bakery and foodservice use
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Egg Powders:
- Whole Egg Powder
- Egg Yolk Powder
- Egg White Powder (high gel and high whip variants)
- Heat-stable formulations for sauces, mayonnaise, and bakery applications
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Pre-cooked and Ready-to-Eat Egg Products:
- Hard-Boiled Eggs (peeled and unpeeled)
- Egg Patties
- Omelettes
- Scrambled Egg Mixes
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Functional Egg Products:
- Customized egg blends for emulsification, foaming, binding, or coloring in processed foods
These products serve a wide variety of industries, including baking, confectionery, ready meals, sauces and dressings, meat processing, and institutional catering.
Production Capabilities and Facilities
- Modern processing plant with full automation and traceability systems
- Daily capacity of over 1 million eggs, processed under hygienic and controlled conditions
- Inline pasteurization systems and spray drying towers for consistent and safe product quality
- Dedicated R&D and technical support teams for product customization
Quality Certifications and Food Safety
Suzhou Ovodan maintains rigorous international food safety and quality certifications, including:
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System
- HACCP certification
- BRC Global Standard for Food Safety
- Halal Certification for Muslim markets
- Compliance with EU and USDA export requirements
All eggs are sourced from traceable and audited farms to ensure biosecurity and freshness.
Market Reach and Export Data
Suzhou Ovodan serves both domestic and international markets, with a growing focus on exports to:
- Southeast Asia
- Japan
- South Korea
- Middle East
- Select countries in Europe
According to trade data from platforms like Panjiva and Volza:
- The company has shipped hundreds of consignments globally from 2020 to 2023
- Egg powders account for a significant portion of export revenue
- Suzhou Ovodan is a preferred supplier for several multinational foodservice chains and industrial food manufacturers
Strategic Positioning and Differentiation
- Joint Venture Strength: Combining European know-how from Denmark’s Ovodan Egg Group with localized production efficiencies
- High Food Safety Standards: Fully compliant with international sanitation and biosecurity regulations
- Customization Capabilities: Tailored formulations to meet specific functional requirements of B2B customers
- Sustainability Practices: Resource-efficient production and waste management aligned with global sustainability goals
Target Customers
- Industrial food processors
- Quick service restaurant (QSR) chains
- Institutional caterers
- Bakery and confectionery brands
- Food ingredient distributors
Innovation and R&D
Suzhou Ovodan invests consistently in product development to respond to changing market needs such as:
- High-protein egg snacks
- Clean-label and additive-free egg ingredients
- Freeze-stable and shelf-stable formulations for convenience foods
- Functional egg blends for plant-based or hybrid food applications
Its in-house application labs and pilot production lines enable customers to co-develop custom egg solutions.
Industry Recognition and Achievements
- Recognized as a key egg product exporter in China
- Partner to several global fast-food brands and food manufacturers
- Featured in international trade fairs including FHC China, Bakery China, and Anuga
With its robust capabilities, global standards, and product flexibility, Suzhou Ovodan Foods Co., Ltd. continues to lead the transformation of egg processing in China and beyond, delivering safe, nutritious, and high-performance egg solutions to meet the evolving needs of the food industry.