Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Luwei Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. is a leading Chinese manufacturer of Vitamin C and its derivatives, headquartered in Zibo, Shandong Province. With a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, the company has positioned itself as a critical supplier to the global pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food additive industries. Operating under the brand name "Haili," Luwei Pharmaceutical is known for its high-purity ascorbic acid products and its vertically integrated production capabilities.

Core Business and Offerings

The company's primary focus is the production and global distribution of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and its various formulations. Its core products include:

• Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid): USP/EP/BP/JP standard-grade powder widely used in dietary supplements, food fortification, and pharmaceutical formulations.
• Calcium Ascorbate: A non-acidic, gentle-on-the-stomach form of Vitamin C.
• Sodium Ascorbate: Highly soluble for beverage and injectable applications.
• Coated Vitamin C: Formulated for controlled release and enhanced stability in feed and food systems.

These products serve a wide spectrum of industries, including pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food and beverages, animal feed, cosmetics, and agriculture.

Specialization and Unique Strengths

Luwei Pharmaceutical is one of the few companies in China that maintains a complete production chain for Vitamin C, from glucose fermentation to final chemical synthesis and granulation. Key advantages include:

• Large-scale fermentation capacity utilizing non-GMO corn glucose as raw material.
• Strict quality control system, including in-house labs for HPLC, microbial testing, and stability studies.
• Global compliance capability with multi-standard certifications to support exports.

Their production is highly automated and compliant with international regulatory norms, allowing for high output with consistent batch quality.

Financials and Export Activity

Luwei Pharmaceutical has a significant export presence:

• According to global shipment databases (Volza, ImportYeti), Luwei Pharmaceutical has completed over 2,000 international export shipments between 2019 and 2023.
• Major export markets include:
  • United States
  • Germany
  • India
  • Brazil
  • Russia
• The company's export volume places it among the top 5 Chinese Vitamin C exporters by volume.

Luwei is also reported to contribute significantly to China’s Vitamin C global export value, which accounts for over 70% of the world’s Vitamin C supply.

Target Market

Luwei Pharmaceutical serves:

• Multinational pharmaceutical companies
• Nutritional supplement brands
• Food and beverage manufacturers
• Animal nutrition and premix companies
• Functional food ingredient suppliers

Its client base includes OEM manufacturers, contract manufacturers, ingredient distributors, and end-use formulators.

Capabilities

• Annual production capacity: Over 20,000 metric tons of Vitamin C and its derivatives.
• GMP-compliant manufacturing facilities with automated fermentation, crystallization, and drying lines.
• Customized particle sizing and coating options for tablet, capsule, beverage, and premix applications.
• Dedicated export division handling documentation, regulatory support, and logistics coordination.

Certifications and Compliance

Luwei Pharmaceutical ensures full international compliance, holding the following certifications:

• ISO 9001 Quality Management System
• ISO 22000 Food Safety Management
• FSSC 22000 for food industry compliance
• GMP Certified Facility
• BRC, Kosher, and Halal Certifications
• DMF (Drug Master File) registered for pharmaceutical applications
• Compliant with USP, EP, JP, FCC, BP standards

These credentials allow Luwei to serve customers in regulated pharmaceutical and food markets across the globe.

Major Achievements

• Recognized as a Key High-Tech Enterprise by Shandong Province.
• Developed proprietary coating technology to improve the oxidative stability of Vitamin C in food systems.
• Awarded Top Export Enterprise by industry chambers in Zibo and Shandong.
• Successfully partnered with top 10 global nutraceutical brands through long-term OEM supply agreements.
• Participated in international trade exhibitions such as CPhI Worldwide, Vitafoods Europe, and Fi Asia.

Luwei Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. remains a cornerstone of China’s Vitamin C export industry, providing the global market with high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective ascorbic acid ingredients through a combination of innovation, scale, and technical excellence.