Vitachem Industries, headquartered in Quezon City, Philippines, is a leading distributor of food-grade ingredients and specialty raw materials serving the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. Established in December 1994, Vitachem has built a reputation as one of the most reliable ingredient solution providers in the Philippines, offering value-added services including product customization, formulation assistance, and technical consulting.
Core Business
Vitachem Industries operates as a full-service ingredient distributor with a broad product portfolio that includes vitamins, minerals, acidulants, preservatives, and emulsifiers. The company collaborates with global ingredient manufacturers and provides customized premix solutions tailored to the nutritional and functional needs of its clients.
Product and Service Offerings
Vitachem’s comprehensive product categories include:
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Nutritional Additives
- Vitamins (A, B-complex, C, D, E, K), Minerals (Calcium, Iron, Zinc, etc.)
- Customized vitamin and mineral premixes for health beverages, functional foods, and fortified snacks
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Food Ingredients
- Flavors and Colors: Natural and synthetic
- Acidulants: Citric, lactic, phosphoric acids
- Preservatives and Antioxidants: Sodium benzoate, BHA, BHT, tocopherols
- Bakery Ingredients: Bread improvers, dough conditioners, enzymes
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Functional Additives
- Antifoams and Emulsifiers: Silicone defoamers, lecithin, mono- and diglycerides
- Plant Extracts: Herbal concentrates for beverages and nutraceuticals
The company also offers formulation support, regulatory guidance, and lab-scale product trials through its in-house R&D and application laboratory.
Specialization and Core USP
Vitachem’s strength lies in its ability to provide customized ingredient solutions backed by technical expertise. The company differentiates itself through:
- End-to-end product development support for food and beverage manufacturers
- Global sourcing network ensuring cost-effective and high-quality raw material supply
- Maintenance of a fully equipped application lab for ingredient testing and prototyping
- A responsive customer care and tech support team, enabling quick formulation adjustments
Their holistic approach streamlines the formulation process for their B2B clients, from ideation to scale-up.
Financial Strength
Vitachem Industries operates with robust financials, as per business directories:
- Annual Sales: USD 11.4 million (D&B estimate)
- Team Strength: 31 employees, including food technologists and procurement specialists
- Client Base: 200+ corporate clients across the Philippines
- Warehouse & Cold Storage Facilities: Strategically located in Quezon City
This stability allows the company to maintain stock availability, price competitiveness, and timely fulfillment across sectors.
Shipment Data and Export Record
While primarily a domestic distributor, Vitachem also facilitates export documentation support for clients developing export-ready food products. Notable logistical features:
- Nationwide logistics network, servicing Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
- Direct importation of ingredients from USA, EU, China, India, and ASEAN countries
- Handling of both ambient and cold chain materials
They do not directly export, but support their B2B clients in developing export-compliant formulations and documentation.
Target Market
Vitachem Industries serves a diverse set of industrial and commercial clients, including:
- Food manufacturers: Beverage, dairy, confectionery, and snack companies
- Nutraceutical companies: Producing vitamins, dietary supplements, and health foods
- Bakeries and central kitchens
- Pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturers
Their ideal customer is a formulation-driven company requiring technical guidance and reliable ingredient supply.
Capabilities
Vitachem’s operational capacity includes:
- R&D Application Laboratory for product testing
- In-house food technologists and technical consultants
- Dedicated warehousing with climate-controlled zones
- Custom premix production facility for vitamins and functional blends
- 24–72 hour delivery turnaround in Metro Manila and surrounding provinces
These assets allow Vitachem to offer superior formulation flexibility and client responsiveness.
Certifications and Compliance
The company adheres to all national and international standards relevant to its business:
- FDA Philippines License to Operate
- DTI Registered
- Halal-certified raw materials offered on request
- Compliant with Good Storage Practices (GSP) and GMP-ready warehousing
Its partnerships with global brands ensure imported ingredients are REACH, Kosher, and/or Halal certified, depending on client needs.
Customer Testimonials
Clients have consistently praised Vitachem for:
- Timely and flexible deliveries
- Depth of technical knowledge
- Availability of unique and hard-to-source raw materials
- Partnership attitude, often co-developing products with clients
These endorsements underscore their position as a solution-centric supplier, not just a distributor.
Major Achievements
- Serving the Philippine industry for nearly 30 years since 1994
- Helped formulate over 500 successful product SKUs in functional food and beverage markets
- Recognized by Kalibrr and LinkedIn as a top career destination for science professionals in the food industry
- Maintained preferred supplier status among top 10 food manufacturers in the Philippines
Vitachem Industries remains a key player in the Philippine ingredients ecosystem—offering quality, reliability, and formulation expertise that drive innovation in food, beverage, and wellness product development.