Product Offerings
Products:
Natural Colorants: Gardenia Yellow, Gardenia Blue, Gardenia Red, Safflower Yellow, Sweet Potato Red, Cabbage Red, Radish Red, Black Carrot Red, Geniposide, β-Carotene
Wuhan Green Food Biological Engineering Co., Ltd. (武汉绿孚生物工程有限责任公司), headquartered in Wuhan, China, is a specialized high-tech enterprise focused on the development, manufacturing, and global distribution of natural food colorants. With a foundation rooted in biotechnology and plant extraction, the company has positioned itself as one of China's leading suppliers of natural pigment solutions catering to the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.
Company Overview
Established in 2004, Wuhan Green Food Biological Engineering has built a reputation for producing high-quality, stable, and safe natural pigments derived from edible botanical sources. The company integrates raw material cultivation, extraction, refinement, formulation, and application R&D, enabling it to offer end-to-end solutions for clients seeking clean-label and naturally sourced colorants.
Core Business and Product Offerings
Wuhan Green Food's product portfolio centers on natural pigment extracts and food-grade colorants:
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Gardenia Extracts
- Gardenia Yellow
- Gardenia Blue
- Gardenia Red
- Geniposide (functional compound)
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Anthocyanin & Carotenoid-Based Colors
- Sweet Potato Red
- Radish Red
- Black Carrot Red
- Cabbage Red
- Safflower Yellow
- β-Carotene
These natural colorants are widely used across:
- Beverages (RTD drinks, sports beverages)
- Confectionery and baked goods
- Meat substitutes and processed meat products
- Cosmetics and pharmaceutical formulations
Specialization and USP
The company distinguishes itself through:
- Botanical Sourcing: Strategic partnerships with cultivation bases for raw materials such as gardenia, safflower, and purple sweet potato
- Stability Optimization: R&D-driven advancements for enhancing heat, light, and pH stability in natural colorants
- Clean Label Focus: All products meet EU, US FDA, and GB standards for use in food and beverage applications
- Customized Solutions: Technical support for color blending, formulation matching, and application-specific dosage
Financial Performance
While Wuhan Green Food is a privately held entity and does not publicly disclose financials, its long-term export presence and stable manufacturing base suggest estimated annual revenues between USD 8–12 million, with a significant portion attributed to exports of gardenia-derived pigments.
Shipment and Export Data
According to data from Volza and ImportYeti:
- Wuhan Green Food has executed over 200 export shipments between 2021 and 2023
- Major export markets include the United States, South Korea, Japan, Germany, and Southeast Asia
- High-volume exports of Gardenia Yellow and Radish Red, often packed in 5kg foil bags or 25kg fiber drums
- Primary buyers include food ingredient distributors and flavoring manufacturers
Market Focus
- Food and Beverage Manufacturers
- Natural Cosmetics and Personal Care Brands
- Nutraceutical and Functional Food Companies
- Flavor and Fragrance Suppliers
The company's products meet the rising global demand for plant-based and natural alternatives to synthetic colorants.
Capabilities
- Annual production capacity:
- Over 300 metric tons of natural colorant concentrates
- In-house R&D center for stability testing and formulation development
- Modern extraction and purification facilities using supercritical CO₂ and membrane separation technologies
- Full quality traceability from field to finished product
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Certification
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System
- HACCP compliance
- Products tested to meet EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, US FDA CFR 21, and Chinese GB2760 standards
- Some products are Halal and Kosher certified (based on customer requirement)
Achievements
- National recognition as a High-Tech Enterprise
- Holds multiple patents related to plant pigment extraction and stabilization
- Recognized supplier on platforms like Alibaba, Made-in-China, and Global Sources
- Participated in major industry exhibitions such as FIC (Food Ingredients China) and SupplySide West
Customer Testimonials
Though direct testimonials are not publicly available, the company’s high shipment volume, repeat clients, and listing in verified supplier directories signal consistent product quality and professional service, particularly among international buyers requiring high-spec natural ingredients.