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Kimika Secures Exclusive Representation Rights for GBH Products in Japan

Kimika Expands Market Reach with GBH Partnership

In an exciting development for the Japanese food industry, Kimika Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of alginate, has secured exclusive representation rights for GBH Bioscience Co., Ltd. in Japan. The agreement was finalized on October 20, 2023, between Kimika’s trading division, Kimiteks, and GBH, the specialized manufacturer of gellan gum, based in Baoshan, Yunnan, China. With this partnership, Kimika will take charge of the sales, marketing, technical support, and customer service for GBH's gellan gum products in the Japanese market.

Enhancing Offerings in the Food Industry

This collaboration marks a significant strategic move for Kimika, allowing the company to introduce an array of added values to the Japanese food sector.

High Quality: GBH employs internationally recognized researchers and process engineers in hydrocolloids, ensuring world-class production technology and product development capabilities.

Comprehensive Product Line: As a specialized manufacturer, GBH offers a broad range, including HA-type, LA-type (which requires deacylation), and MA-type gellan gums. Notably, the MA-type retains the gel texture of HA-type while offering lower gelation temperatures, thus improving workability and usability.

Short Lead Time and Stable Supply: Leveraging Kimika's established inventory system from its alginate business, customers can expect quick and reliable deliveries.

Cost Efficiency: Situated in Baoshan, Yunnan, a region renowned for its hydroelectric power, GBH benefits from low electricity costs, passing savings on to customers while avoiding middlemen by sourcing directly through Kimika.

Sustainability: The gellan gum production process uses eco-friendly hydroelectric power, ensuring that raw material sourcing does not harm the environment. Gellan gum itself is produced through microbial fermentation, supporting sustainable practices.

Commitment to Quality and Sustainability

Kimika's dedication to delivering high-quality products and its extensive stock of diverse standards aligns with the strengths honed in its alginate business. Furthermore, the sustainable attributes of gellan gum perfectly complement Kimika's reputation as a frontrunner in SDGs, further solidifying the partnership's value proposition.

This collaboration is set to invigorate the Japanese food market, introducing innovative solutions and strengthening Kimika’s foothold in the sector.

Understanding Gellan Gum

Gellan gum is a naturally occurring soluble polysaccharide produced via microbial fermentation. It is highly regarded for its heat resistance, acid resistance, flavor release, and clarity. Widely used as a gelling agent or thickener in products such as jelly beverages, pureed foods, jellies, jams, fillings, and puddings, gellan gum is available in HA-type and LA-type, providing versatility across various applications.

About Kimika Co., Ltd.

Kimika is the sole producer of alginate from seaweed in Japan, commanding over 90% of the domestic market share. The company is also recognized globally in high-quality segments for food and pharmaceuticals. An acknowledged leader in sustainability, Kimika has won multiple awards, including the prestigious Japan SDGs Award and nominations for the Earthshot Prize, underlining its commitment to environmental stewardship.

About Kimiteks Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2022, Kimiteks operates independently to utilize Kimika's procurement, stable supply, and quality assurance strengths to provide carefully selected materials in the Japanese market.

About GBH Bioscience Co., Ltd.

As a leading manufacturer of gellan gum based in Baoshan, Yunnan, GBH excels in maintaining quality through advanced expertise and process management in microbial fermentation. This partnership is poised to offer remarkable benefits to the Japanese food industry, enhancing product variety and ensuring eco-friendly practices.