Food Additives and Ingredients, Functional and Nutraceutical Foods, Food Ingredients, Preservatives
Natural Food Preservatives: Nisin, Natamycin, ε‑Polylysine, Xanthan Gum, Locust Bean Gum, Rhamnolipid, Food Compound Preservatives, Natamin, Nisin Z
Zhejiang Silver-Elephant Bio-engineering Co., Ltd., founded in 1998 and located in Tiantai County, Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, China, is a national high-tech enterprise specializing in the production of natural food preservatives and bioengineering solutions. With more than 25 years of innovation, the company has grown into one of China’s leading manufacturers and exporters of Nisin, Natamycin, and ε‑Polylysine, providing natural antimicrobial ingredients to the global food and beverage industries. ## Core Business and Product Portfolio The company's product line includes: - Nisin (E234) – Natural food-grade preservative produced via Lactococcus lactis fermentation, effective against Gram-positive bacteria. - Natamycin (E235) – Antifungal compound used for dairy, baked goods, and meat preservation. - ε‑Polylysine (EPL) – Naturally occurring antimicrobial polypeptide widely used in rice, noodles, and prepared food. - Xanthan Gum & Locust Bean Gum – Natural thickeners and stabilizers for food and cosmetic applications. - Rhamnolipid – Biosurfactant with applications in detergents, cosmetics, and bioremediation. - Compound Preservatives – Custom blends developed for specific product categories (e.g., sauces, beverages). - Nisin Z – Enhanced solubility variant of standard Nisin, developed for high-protein and acidic beverages. - Natamin – Proprietary blend of Natamycin and other synergistic antimicrobials. These products serve as clean-label, GRAS-status ingredients, enabling food manufacturers to comply with global trends in natural food safety and shelf-life extension. ## Specialization and Unique Strengths - Pioneer in Nisin Production: One of the earliest companies in China to industrially produce Nisin with high bioactivity (>1000 IU/mg). - Integrated Fermentation Platform: In-house fermentation and downstream purification facilities ensure product traceability and consistent quality. - R&D-Driven Innovation: Collaborations with Zhejiang University and Chinese Academy of Sciences have led to the development of proprietary strains and patents. - Global Regulatory Compliance: Products meet export standards for North America, EU, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. ## Financials While the company is not publicly traded, available industry and supplier data suggest strong operational scale: - Annual Turnover: Estimated at over CNY 300 million (approx. USD 41 million). - Export Revenue: Constitutes nearly 60% of annual turnover. - R&D Investment: Approx. CNY 15 million/year, or 5% of total revenue, funneled into strain development and process optimization. ## Shipment Records Based on third-party export data (ImportYeti, Volza): - Over 4,200 international shipments since 2019. - Key exported products: Nisin, Natamycin, ε‑Polylysine, primarily under HS Codes 29419090 and 21069099. - Top markets: United States, Netherlands, Germany, India, Indonesia, Egypt, and Mexico. - Major clients include food ingredient distributors and regional F&B processors. - Frequent shipments to global events like Fi Europe, Vitafoods Asia, and SupplySide West confirm continued global engagement. ## Target Market The company primarily serves: - Food Processors (dairy, meat, bakery, sauces, beverages) - Nutraceutical Brands (capsules, powders) - Clean-label Ingredient Distributors - Pharmaceutical Excipients Buyers (due to high purity fermentation-based inputs) Clients are increasingly focused on replacing synthetic preservatives (e.g., sodium benzoate, sorbates) with natural, consumer-safe alternatives. ## Manufacturing Capabilities The manufacturing base spans over 80,000 square meters and includes: - Fermentation tanks with a capacity exceeding 2,000 m³ - Spray drying and vacuum concentration systems - Clean-room GMP workshops for food-grade and pharma-grade production - QC & microbiology labs equipped with HPLC, UV-Vis, and bioassay setups Production capacity: - Nisin: 120 metric tons/year - Natamycin: 90 metric tons/year - ε‑Polylysine: 100 metric tons/year - Other natural antimicrobials: 40 metric tons/year combined ## Certifications and Compliance Zhejiang Silver-Elephant Bio-engineering ensures global regulatory alignment with: - ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System - ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System - FSSC 22000 Certification - HALAL & KOSHER Certifications - REACH Registration (Europe) - FDA GRAS Affirmation for key products - CNCA Certified Export Facility status Each batch is provided with a full COA and traceable batch number, ensuring quality consistency for international buyers. ## Customer Feedback Sourcing platforms and event interactions report high customer satisfaction: > “Excellent microbial purity and long-lasting efficacy. We trust their Nisin in all our RTE sauces.” > — Senior Product Developer, European Sauces Manufacturer > “Transparent documentation, responsive technical team, and reliable international logistics.” > — Global Procurement Head, Nutraceutical Ingredients Company ## Achievements and Recognitions - Recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise of China (Renewed 2023) - Named among Top 10 Food Preservative Exporters in China by the China Food Additive Association - Holder of 18 national patents in food biotechnology - Awarded Best Natural Preservative Supplier at Fi China 2022 - Annual exhibitor at Food Ingredients Europe, Foodpro China, and IFT USA With over two decades of continuous development, Zhejiang Silver-Elephant Bio-engineering Co., Ltd. remains committed to pioneering safe, effective, and sustainable natural food preservation solutions for the global market.
