Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Functional Foods, food additives, plant-based ingredients, Nutraceuticals, Plant-Based Ingredients
Products:
Plantairy Series: Oat Flour, Highland Barley Flour, Buckwheat Flour
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Zymebase Inc.（赞倍司生物技术（上海）有限公司）is a pioneering biotechnology company based in Shanghai, China, specializing in the research, development, and production of high-performance, functional carbohydrate ingredients. With a commitment to science-backed innovation, the company delivers clean-label, sustainable food ingredients designed to support digestive health, energy performance, and plant-based nutrition solutions.
Founded with a mission to reshape the global food ingredient landscape through precision fermentation and advanced biotechnologies, Zymebase leverages a multidisciplinary approach combining biotechnology, nutrition science, and clean processing techniques. The company operates from its state-of-the-art R&D and manufacturing facility located in the Jiading Industrial Zone, Shanghai, which enables it to develop and scale high-quality products that meet both regulatory and consumer expectations globally.
Core Business and Product Offerings
Zymebase focuses on three major ingredient categories under its proprietary brands:
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Plantairy® Series: Includes high-quality flours derived from oats, highland barley, and buckwheat. These flours are gluten-free, rich in dietary fiber, and cater to the growing demand for plant-based and clean-label formulations.
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SusCarb® (Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin - HBCD): Engineered for sustained energy release and improved digestibility, SusCarb® is used extensively in sports nutrition and clinical nutrition formulations due to its rapid gastric emptying and low osmolality properties.
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Fibalance® (Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum - PHGG): A prebiotic fiber that supports gut health and has strong thermal and pH stability. It is widely applied in functional beverages, clinical nutrition, and dietary supplements.
Specialization and Unique Strengths
Zymebase stands out in the industry for its:
- Clean-label positioning: All products are developed without artificial additives, aligning with global consumer trends favoring natural and traceable ingredients.
- Strong R&D capabilities: The company partners with leading universities and research institutes in China and abroad to conduct clinical validation and application studies.
- Sustainability: Emphasis on low-carbon and environmentally friendly processing through enzymatic and physical modification techniques.
Financials and Business Scale
While Zymebase is a privately held company and detailed financials are not publicly disclosed, it has been actively expanding its operations, with strong participation in international trade events such as Hi & Fi Asia-China, SupplySide West, and Vitafoods Asia, indicating robust revenue streams and business development initiatives.
International Shipment Records
Based on data from import-export platforms such as Volza and ImportYeti, Zymebase has been consistently exporting high-value shipments of dietary fibers and functional carbohydrates primarily to North America, Southeast Asia, and Europe. As per shipment tracking records:
- Over 120 international shipments were logged in the past 18 months.
- Key export destinations include United States, Singapore, and Germany.
- Average shipment value ranged between USD 20,000 to USD 80,000, primarily comprising PHGG and HBCD products.
Target Markets
Zymebase targets a broad range of markets including:
- Functional food and beverages
- Sports and clinical nutrition
- Infant and elderly nutrition
- Health supplements
Its products are formulated for B2B clients including food and beverage manufacturers, nutraceutical companies, and formulation experts seeking clean-label, scientifically validated ingredients.
Capabilities
- Integrated production from raw material sourcing to final product packaging.
- Certified production facility equipped for enzymatic processing, microencapsulation, and ultra-filtration.
- Custom formulation support for clients seeking tailored nutritional profiles.
Certifications and Compliance
Zymebase operates in compliance with global food safety and quality management systems:
- ISO 22000:2018
- HACCP Certification
- Halal and Kosher Certified
- Non-GMO verified
- China SC Production License (SC11331011400771)
These certifications ensure product safety and regulatory approval for international markets.
Customer Testimonials
"Zymebase’s PHGG has significantly improved our product’s digestive performance while maintaining clarity and stability. Their technical support and delivery timelines are top-tier."
— Senior Formulation Scientist, Leading Beverage Brand in Singapore
"The quality consistency and clean-label compliance of their SusCarb® has made them our go-to supplier for sports formulations."
— Procurement Head, US-based Nutraceutical Company
Major Achievements
- Winner of the FoodTalks Innovation Award 2023 for Fibalance® PHGG in digestive health category.
- Scientific publications and white papers co-authored with Shanghai Jiao Tong University on PHGG’s role in gut microbiota modulation.
- Strategic export partner for leading multinational health brands in Asia-Pacific and North America.
- Multiple product launches with cross-border e-commerce platforms like Tmall Global and JD Worldwide.
Through its innovation-driven approach and commitment to health, sustainability, and quality, Zymebase Inc. continues to position itself as a global leader in functional food ingredient solutions.