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Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

51C10/51D11
NECC (Shanghai)
17 Mar - 19 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Product Categories:

sweeteners, food additives, Food Ingredients

Products:

High-Intensity Sweeteners: Vitasweet® Ace-K (Acesulfame Potassium), Vitasweet® APM (Aspartame)

Vitasweet Co. Ltd. (江苏维多股份有限公司), headquartered in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, is a globally recognized producer of high-intensity sweeteners. With a strong emphasis on food-grade chemical innovation and precision manufacturing, Vitasweet has positioned itself as a strategic supplier to the global food and beverage industry. Its registered brand Vitasweet® is synonymous with quality and consistency in non-nutritive sweetening solutions.

Core Business and Product Portfolio

Vitasweet Co. Ltd. specializes in the development, production, and global distribution of artificial and low-calorie sweeteners. The company’s core product line includes:

  • Vitasweet® Ace-K (Acesulfame Potassium):

    • High-intensity, calorie-free sweetener
    • 200 times sweeter than sucrose
    • Excellent heat stability and pH tolerance
    • Widely used in baked goods, beverages, dairy, and confectionery
  • Vitasweet® APM (Aspartame):

    • Clean taste profile and low-calorie sweetener
    • 180–200 times sweeter than sucrose
    • Preferred in sugar-free beverages, chewing gums, and nutritional supplements

These products are often used in combination with other sweeteners to provide synergistic taste effects and optimal sweetness profiles in consumer formulations.

Specialization and Core USP

Vitasweet's competitive advantage lies in its:

  • Vertical integration and proprietary production technology, which ensures high purity and consistent supply
  • Global standard compliance, enabling exports to regulated markets including the U.S., EU, and Japan
  • Advanced analytical and QC capabilities, ensuring each batch conforms to international pharmacopoeia and food-grade standards

Their Ace-K production is particularly well-regarded for its high solubility, heat resistance, and minimal off-taste—attributes that are essential in ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages and processed foods.

Financial Performance

Although the company is privately held and exact revenue figures are not disclosed, Vitasweet is among the top three Ace-K producers globally, with a significant share in both emerging and developed markets. Industry analysts estimate annual revenues in the range of USD 50–100 million, driven by long-term contracts with multinational food, beverage, and pharmaceutical companies.

Shipment and Trade Data

According to data from platforms like ImportYeti and trade intelligence resources:

  • Vitasweet has completed over 1,000 export shipments globally in the past five years
  • Major export markets include the United States, Germany, South Korea, Japan, Brazil, and South Africa
  • Primary exported items are Vitasweet® Ace-K (in 25kg fiber drums) and Vitasweet® APM (Aspartame)
  • Estimated export value exceeds USD 20 million annually, based on unit volume and pricing benchmarks

These data points underline Vitasweet’s global distribution network and robust supply chain capabilities.

Target Market and Industries

Vitasweet serves a diverse range of industries:

  • Food and Beverage Manufacturers
  • Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical Companies
  • Dairy and Frozen Dessert Producers
  • Bakery and Confectionery Brands
  • Global Ingredient Traders and Formulation Companies

Their sweeteners are used in sugar-free, low-calorie, diabetic-friendly, and wellness-focused product categories.

Certifications and Compliance

Vitasweet ensures strict adherence to global food safety and regulatory standards. Certifications and compliance credentials include:

  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
  • ISO 22000 Food Safety Management
  • FSSC 22000 Certification for food manufacturing
  • Halal and Kosher Certifications
  • FDA DMF (Drug Master File) for pharmaceutical grade sweeteners
  • Compliance with FCC, USP, EP, and JP standards for food and pharma applications

Each batch is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), heavy metal test reports, and microbiological inspection data.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

Located in Jiangsu Province’s industrial corridor, Vitasweet’s manufacturing infrastructure includes:

  • Multi-step chemical synthesis plants with automated process control
  • In-house analytical chemistry labs with HPLC, GC, and IR spectroscopy capabilities
  • Dust- and moisture-controlled cleanrooms for final packing
  • Large-scale fermentation and purification units
  • Export-ready warehousing and cold storage facilities

These capabilities support both bulk and customized supply solutions for global markets.

Major Achievements

  • Recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise by Chinese regulatory authorities
  • Supplier to multiple Fortune 500 food and beverage companies
  • Participated in industry trade fairs such as FIC (Food Ingredients China), Fi Europe, and IFT Annual Expo
  • Achieved over 99.5% purity benchmarks in independent lab validation studies
  • Ranked among the Top 10 Chinese Food Additive Exporters in high-intensity sweeteners

Vitasweet Co. Ltd. continues to drive innovation in the food ingredient space by delivering stable, regulatory-compliant, and high-performance sweeteners tailored to the evolving needs of global food and beverage markets.