Yantai Hengyuan Bioengineering Co., Ltd. (烟台恒源生物股份有限公司) is a leading Chinese manufacturer of amino acids, organic acids, and biodegradable polymer materials. Headquartered in Longkou, Shandong Province, the company is recognized as a national high-tech enterprise and a key industrial player in the biochemical manufacturing sector, with decades of expertise in fermentation and green chemical engineering.
Core Business
Hengyuan Bioengineering focuses on the production of L-aspartic acid and its derivatives, organic acids, and functional biochemical compounds through microbial fermentation and advanced synthesis processes. Their products are essential raw materials for a wide range of applications in food, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, biodegradable materials, and agriculture.
Product and Service Offerings
The company’s primary product categories include:
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Amino Acids and Derivatives
- L-Aspartic Acid
- L-Alanine (Industrial, Edible, and Medicinal Grades)
- DL-Alanine
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Organic Acids
- Fumaric Acid
- L-Malic Acid
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Polymer Materials
- Polyaspartic Acid (PASP)
These products are widely used in:
- Food and beverage acidulants and flavor enhancers
- Pharmaceutical intermediates
- Biodegradable water treatment agents
- Fertilizer synergists and slow-release coatings
- Chemical synthesis and coatings
Specialisation and Core USP
Hengyuan Bioengineering is an industry leader in:
- Large-scale microbial fermentation of amino acids, using proprietary strains and optimized bioprocessing technology.
- Production of biodegradable polyaspartic acid, an eco-friendly water treatment polymer with wide industrial application.
- Offering a complete product chain from raw amino acids to derivatives and polymer compounds.
- Maintaining high-quality standards across food, industrial, and pharmaceutical-grade products.
Its vertically integrated system enables strict control over product quality, traceability, and cost efficiency.
Financials and Market Reach
As a mid-sized private enterprise, Yantai Hengyuan Bioengineering has demonstrated solid market presence:
- Exporting to more than 30 countries, including the United States, Germany, Japan, India, Brazil, and Russia.
- Estimated annual production capacity:
- L-Aspartic Acid: 10,000 MT
- Polyaspartic Acid: 6,000 MT
- Fumaric Acid: 15,000 MT
- Based on export data from ImportYeti and Chinese customs, total annual export value exceeds $12 million USD.
- Long-term partnerships with distributors, chemical formulators, and pharmaceutical companies in Europe and Asia.
Target Market
The company’s global customer base includes:
- Food ingredient distributors
- Pharmaceutical API manufacturers
- Water treatment chemical companies
- Coatings and material science industries
- Fertilizer and agrochemical manufacturers
Their flexible grade options and large-scale supply capacity make them a preferred supplier across industries.
Capabilities
Yantai Hengyuan Bioengineering operates a modern, integrated production facility featuring:
- Multiple fermentation lines with automated control systems
- High-purity crystallization and separation equipment
- Spray drying, granulation, and blending systems
- Analytical laboratories equipped with HPLC, GC, and amino acid analyzers
The company also engages in continuous R&D and pilot-scale production for the development of new bio-based materials.
Certifications and Compliance
Hengyuan Bioengineering adheres to international quality and safety standards, with certifications including:
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
- ISO 14001: Environmental Management System
- GMP Standards for medicinal-grade amino acids
- HALAL Certification
- KOSHER Certification
- Full documentation including COA, MSDS, TDS, HACCP compliance, and third-party testing
These certifications enable global distribution to food, pharma, and industrial clients.
Customer Testimonials
Clients have recognized the company for:
- Reliable large-scale supply with consistent quality
- Competitive pricing and stable lead times
- Responsive technical and export documentation support
Example testimonial:
"We source polyaspartic acid and aspartic acid from Hengyuan for water treatment applications. Their product has excellent chelation performance and meets our sustainability standards." – Industrial Chemical Buyer, Germany
Major Achievements
- Recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise
- Holds multiple invention patents for amino acid fermentation and PASP synthesis
- Exported over 50,000 MT of biochemical products in the last five years
- Received provincial awards for environmental sustainability and innovation
- Partnered with local universities for continuous improvement in microbial strain performance
Yantai Hengyuan Bioengineering Co., Ltd. continues to drive innovation in the amino acid and bio-polymer industry, delivering value through eco-friendly, high-performance biochemical solutions to a growing global customer base.