Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Plant Based Alternatives, Beverages
Products:
Plant-Based Beverages: Oat Milk, Oat Milk Powder, Oat Milk Concentrate
Coffee Extracts: Concentrated Coffee Liquid
Plant-Based Creamers: Vegetable Fat Powder
FUNDAMENTAL FOODS (XUZHOU) CO., LTD., based in Xuzhou, China, is a rapidly emerging manufacturer in the plant-based food and beverage sector. With a focus on oat-based formulations and natural beverage innovations, the company integrates advanced food processing technologies with nutritional science to meet growing consumer demand for healthy, clean-label, and dairy-free alternatives.
Core Business and Product Portfolio
Fundamental Foods specializes in plant-based product development with a particular emphasis on oat-derived beverages and value-added food ingredients.
Key Product Lines:
Plant-Based Beverages:
- Oat Milk: A creamy, non-dairy alternative suitable for direct consumption and professional barista applications.
- Oat Milk Powder: Spray-dried format ideal for reconstitution in instant beverages and packaged food products.
- Oat Milk Concentrate: A semi-liquid base with high oats solids for downstream manufacturing or co-packing.
Coffee Extracts:
- Concentrated Coffee Liquid: Brewed and filtered using proprietary extraction technology to retain aroma and flavor, suitable for RTD beverages, coffee capsules, and flavoring bases.
Plant-Based Creamers:
- Vegetable Fat Powder: Used as a dairy-free creamer in coffee mixes, bakery products, and nutritional beverages.
These products are formulated for the clean-label food movement, with no added artificial flavors or preservatives, and are aligned with global trends in vegan and lactose-free diets.
Technological Capabilities and Infrastructure
Fundamental Foods employs advanced enzymatic hydrolysis, ultra-filtration, and homogenization techniques in its oat milk production line. Key production infrastructure includes:
- High-capacity UHT treatment systems for shelf-stable oat beverages
- Microbial fermentation platforms to enhance flavor development and product shelf life
- Spray drying towers for converting liquid oats and creamers into stable powders
Their facility in Xuzhou is designed for scalable production, with flexible lines supporting small-batch customization as well as large-volume contract manufacturing.
R&D and Innovation
The company operates a dedicated R&D division focusing on:
- Oat β-glucan extraction and enrichment
- Flavor optimization for plant-based beverages
- Protein and fiber fortification in powdered formulations
Continuous innovation is geared toward enhancing nutritional profiles, improving textural consistency, and enabling application-specific formulations for beverages, bakery, and health food industries.
Export and Global Market Position
Although relatively new in the global ingredient marketplace, Fundamental Foods has expanded its footprint across Asia and is entering the European and North American markets.
Based on available trade data:
- Export Markets: South Korea, Malaysia, Vietnam, and pilot shipments to Germany and Canada
- Primary Exported Products: Oat Milk Powder, Coffee Concentrates
- Annual Export Volume: Estimated 2,000–3,000 metric tons across plant-based categories
The company is targeting partnerships with private label brands, plant-based RTD beverage manufacturers, and international foodservice suppliers.
Certifications and Compliance
Fundamental Foods ensures regulatory compliance and food safety through:
- HACCP and ISO 22000 certifications
- Allergen-free processing environments for oat and plant-based production
- In-progress certification for Halal and Kosher compliance
- COA and MSDS documentation available for all export batches
The company also follows China’s GB food standards and aligns its formulations with EU and FDA guidelines for market-specific export readiness.
Target Applications and Clients
Fundamental Foods serves:
- Beverage brands looking for oat milk bases or RTD co-manufacturing
- Health and wellness brands seeking oat powder and coffee ingredients
- Café chains and foodservice groups in need of barista oat milk or creamers
- Nutrition and supplement companies formulating plant-based protein beverages
Their ingredient versatility and flexible production model make them an attractive partner for both startups and established F&B brands.
Market Reputation and Growth Strategy
While specific client endorsements are limited, the company has participated in domestic food exhibitions and trade events such as SIAL China and China Foodtech, gaining visibility for its oat innovations. Clients note:
- High solubility and stable emulsification in oat-based powders
- Competitive pricing for high-oat solids concentrate
- Responsiveness in formulation and private-label packaging
Brand and Identity
The company markets its consumer-facing products under the brand “Oat Right”, designed for health-conscious, eco-aware consumers. This brand emphasizes transparency, sustainability, and digestive-friendly nutrition.
Strategic Objectives and Future Outlook
- Expansion of production capacity by 30% in the next two years
- Development of new SKUs such as oat yogurt base, oat cheese analogues, and barista-optimized creamers
- Strengthening export channels through digital B2B platforms and localized partnerships in Europe and Southeast Asia
FUNDAMENTAL FOODS (XUZHOU) CO., LTD. positions itself as a future-ready supplier in the global plant-based market, driven by technological innovation, flexible manufacturing, and a deep understanding of evolving consumer needs in clean-label nutrition.