Major Pea Protein Factory

Industry Overview: The pea protein manufacturing industry in China is highly concentrated in the Shandong Province. These facilities utilize peas as the primary raw material to produce a diverse range of high-value derivatives, including pea starch, pea fiber, pea protein (food and feed grade), pea peptides, textured pea protein (TVP), and pea vermicelli. This comprehensive processing model significantly enhances the bioavailability of pea.

Notably, the vast majority of raw peas processed in Chinese factories are imported from Canada, ensuring a high-quality and consistent raw material supply.

Top Pea Protein Manufacturers/Suppliers in China:

1. Yantai Shuangta Food (The world’s largest pea protein producer)

2. Yantai Oriental Protein

3. GEM Nature Nutrition

4. Yosin Biotechnology (Yantai) Co., Ltd

5. Shandong Jianyuan Bioengineering Co., Ltd.

6. Shandong Huatai Food Co., Ltd.

Technical Classification: Wet vs. Dry Processing

Pea protein production is categorized into two main methods:

Wet Processing: This involves soaking the peas for several hours followed by a fermentation and extraction process.

Dry Processing: This method skips the soaking phase, processing the dry peas directly. The two methods result in slight variations in texture, solubility, and color. We can provide you both samples for your application testing.

Protein Concentration and Specifications

Food Grade: The popular spec is 80% protein content. While 85% and 90% concentrations are available upon request, they command a premium price.

Feed Grade: Typically offered at 50% or 70% protein content.

A significant distinction exists between Organic and Conventional pea protein, with organic varieties often costing more than double. The primary differentiator is the level of glyphosate residues, which are present in conventional peas but strictly controlled in organic versions.

Despite market shifts, pea protein prices have remained relatively stable over the past five years. The primary demand comes from Europe and North America, though other global markets are seeing rapid growth. It is estimated that China exports approximately 100,000 tons of pea protein annually. Plant-based proteins have also become a dominant category at international health food ingredient exhibitions.

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