Food & Nutrition
As global food needs evolve—driven by rising health
consciousness and environmental awareness—
NAGASE offers a strategic advantage by integrating
our proprietary R&D and specialized manufacturing
of functional saccharides and enzymes with a robust
global sourcing network. Leveraging our application
and regulatory expertise, we partner with customers
to deliver high-performance, tailored solutions.
NAGASE Solutions
At NAGASE, we leverage the strengths of three core entities to drive innovation in the food industry. Nagase Viita leads our bio business with expertise in developing and manufacturing enzymes, carbohydrates, and functional materials. Our global sales and procurement network provides strong market access and operational support. Prinova, a leading U.S. distributor of food ingredients in the nutrition sector, adds deep industry knowledge and reach. Together, we are pioneering the future of food in partnership with our customers.
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NAGASE supports your food business through every stage of development. We offer a comprehensive portfolio—from specialized functional saccharides and enzymes from Nagase Viita to advanced nutritional solutions from Prinova—complemented by formulation optimization and expert regulatory guidance for international markets.
Nagase Viita drives innovation through advanced ingredient discovery, process development, and functional analysis. Within our sustainable manufacturing framework, we ensure a reliable global supply of quality, high-performance ingredients—including extensive Kosher and Halal-certified options—to meet diverse market and dietary requirements.
Through our dedicated application labs in Japan, China, and Singapore, we provide localized expertise in recipe development and technical consultation. We solve complex food science challenges by delivering tailored solutions that meet the specific sensory and functional requirements of global markets.
Key Areas of Focus and Initiatives
NAGASE addresses evolving healthcare demands with a premium portfolio of high-value ingredients, including probiotics, vitamins, and dietary fibers. By delivering solutions that combine superior biological functionality with excellent processing stability, we streamline the formulation of next-generation health and wellness products.
Through our Group synergy with Prinova, we source premium ingredients for the global sports nutrition industry. We streamline your product development by providing technical expertise in functional optimization and flavor profiling, ensuring the optimal ingredient selection for your specific application and market.
Our functional saccharides and enzymes maintain the flavor, texture, and freshness of processed foods, contributing to a reduction of food waste throughout the supply chain. By applying our expertise in shelf-life extension, we support the development of high-stability products, including emergency provisions and disaster-relief rations, designed for long-term storage.
To navigate the complexities of global trade, we offer expert guidance on import licensing, labeling, and compliance for additives and processing aids— including allergen declarations and packaging regulations. Through strategic alliances with local specialists worldwide, we ensure your products adhere to the specific legal requirements of every destination market.
As a dedicated partner to the food industry, we provide optimal solutions for texture retention, yield improvement, freeze-thaw stability, and production efficiency. We also support sustainability initiatives through the upcycling of co-products and the development of functional foods tailored to your precise formulation requirements.
Leveraging our expertise in microbiology and enzymology, we support functional food development through health-focused research and create new value through partnerships with external research institutions and strategic partners.
Group Network
- Domestic Locations
- Global Operations
- Related Websites
Core Company of the Trading Group
Founded in 1832 as a dye wholesaler in Kyoto, we are a specialized trading company providing products, services, and solutions primarily in the food, electrical equipment, semiconductor, mobility, chemical industrial, and life sciences markets.
Manufacturing
Development, manufacturing, and sales of food ingredients, pharmaceutical ingredients, cosmetic ingredients, health food ingredients, functional colorants, enzymes, and phospholipids.
Sales & Trading
Sales of agricultural chemicals, fertilizers, feed additives, and food additives
Manufacturing, Trading, and Sales
Prinova Group LLC
Business Overview
Development, manufacturing, and sales of functional food ingredients in North and Central America.
Management consulting, investment and asset management, and professional services provision.
Trading Company & Sales
Nagase do Brasil Chemical Products Trading Ltd.
Business Overview
Import and export sales in South America, intermediary trade,
market development, and information gathering
Manufacturing, Trading Company & Sales
Prinova Group LLC
Business Overview
Development, manufacturing, and sales of functional food ingredients and food nutrition in Europe.
Management consulting, investment and asset management, and professional services.
Trading and Sales
Nagase (Europa) GmbH
Business Activities
Import and export in the European region, domestic sales,
marketing
Trading and Sales
Nagase Singapore (Pte) Ltd.
Business Activities
Import and export in Singapore and Australia,
domestic sales, and marketing
Trading and Sales
Nagase (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
Business Activities
Import and export in Malaysia, domestic sales,
and marketing
Trading Company & Sales
Nagase (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Business Overview
Import and export in Thailand, domestic sales,
marketing
Trading & Sales
Nagase Vietnam Co., Ltd.
Business Overview
Import and export, domestic sales,
and marketing in Vietnam
Trading Company & Sales
Nagase Philippines Corp.
Business Overview
Import and export, domestic sales, and
marketing in the Philippines
Trading Company & Sales
PT. Nagase Import-Export Indonesia
Business Overview
Import and export activities in Indonesia, domestic sales,
marketing
Trading Company & Sales
Nagase India Private Ltd.
Business Activities
Export and import in India, domestic sales,
marketing
Trading Company & Sales
Longse (China) Co., Ltd.
Business Activities
Import and export, domestic sales, marketing
Trading and Sales
Taiwan Nagase Co., Ltd.
Business Activities
Import and export, domestic sales, marketing
Trading Company and Sales
Nagase Korea Corporation
Business Activities
General import and export trading, retail and wholesale operations,
trading agency services
TREHA® (Trehalose) is a multifunctional
disaccharide renowned for extending the
freshness and quality of a wide range of
food products.
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