Herbafood Ingredients GmbH

Herbafood Ingredients GmbH is a specialized company focused on providing high-quality food ingredients derived from plants, particularly functional dietary fibers sourced from fruits such as citrus and apple. They offer a diverse range of products designed for stabilization, texturization, viscosity enhancement, and clean label concepts. Herbafood is recognized as a pioneer in multifunctional ingredients for the food industry, with a commitment to holistic utilization of raw materials through an ecologically responsible upcycling process. Their expertise includes a wide selection of functional dietary fibers—especially apple and citrus fibers—and natural apple extracts that also serve as colorings, flavorings, and sweeteners. These ingredients support declaration-friendly formulations, making them suitable for vegan emulsions and various food applications. The company prioritizes resource conservation and acts responsibly towards its workforce and local communities, engaging in social projects. With a strong focus on product development and application technology, Herbafood aims to meet contemporary Clean Label requirements and specializes in product solutions for emulsions and vegan concepts. Herbafood adheres to rigorous quality and safety standards, securing certifications such as DIN EN ISO 9001 and the Food Safety System Certification (FSSC 22000), ensuring compliance with international food safety standards recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). This dedication to quality is reinforced through regular audits and monitoring. Founded in Neuenbürg, Germany, Herbafood originated as a subsidiary of Pektin-Fabrik Hermann Herbstreith KG and has introduced innovative products like the APFELCHOLEST apple pectin aimed at maintaining normal cholesterol levels.