Company Summary: Jungbunzlauer is one of the world’s leading producers of biodegradable ingredients derived from natural, renewable raw materials through fermentation. Headquartered in Switzerland, the company has a history spanning over 150 years and operates four state-of-the-art production sites in Austria, Canada, France, and Germany. Jungbunzlauer is committed to “From Nature to Ingredients®,” focusing on sustainable production, high-quality products, and innovation to provide solutions for various industries that meet demands for health, safety, and environmental compatibility.
Main Markets: Jungbunzlauer’s natural ingredients serve a broad range of global markets:
- Food & Beverage: A major focus, including dairy, confectionery, bakery, beverages, meat, and processed foods.
- Pharmaceutical: High-purity ingredients for pharmaceutical formulations.
- Personal Care: Ingredients for cosmetics and personal hygiene products.
- Detergents & Cleaners: Environmentally friendly ingredients for household and industrial cleaning products.
- Industrial Applications: For various technical and industrial processes, including de-icing, construction, and textile auxiliaries.
Main Product Categories & Descriptions: Jungbunzlauer’s product portfolio is based on natural fermentation processes, offering a range of acids, salts, and other functional ingredients:
- Citric Acid and Citrates: Citric acid is a widely used acidulant, flavor enhancer, and preservative in food and beverages. Citrates (salts of citric acid like sodium citrate, potassium citrate, calcium citrate) are used as buffering agents, emulsifiers, and mineral sources in food, pharmaceuticals, and detergents.
- Xanthan Gum: A natural polysaccharide produced by fermentation, widely used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in food, personal care, and industrial applications.
- Gluconates: Including gluconic acid and its salts (e.g., sodium gluconate), used as chelating agents, cleaning agents, and in food for flavor and mineral fortification.
- Lactic Acid and Lactates: Lactic acid is a natural acidulant and preservative. Lactates (e.g., calcium lactate, sodium lactate) are used for mineral enrichment, moisture retention, and antimicrobial properties in food and personal care.
- Specialty Sweeteners (e.g., ERYLITE® Erythritol): A natural, zero-calorie bulk sweetener that offers a clean taste and is used as a sugar alternative in food and beverages.
- Biogums (e.g., GELLAN GUM): High-performance hydrocolloids used as gelling agents, thickeners, and stabilizers, particularly for plant-based alternatives and challenging formulations.
- Pyruvates: Organic salts used in dietary supplements and personal care for their metabolic and skin-conditioning properties.
