Accelerated Freeze Drying Company Ltd. (AFDC) was established in 1986 in collaboration with Nissin Foods Ltd., Japan. It is the flagship company of the Amalgam Group and is India's largest freeze drying company. AFDC specializes in freeze-dried, air-dried, and frozen food ingredients. The company provides products for global markets, including the USA, Japan, and the EU. Their production facilities, located in Cochin and Bangalore, adhere to GFSI standards and have various certifications like BRC A Grade and FSSC 22000. AFDC offers a range of seafood, spices, vegetables, and nutraceutical products.