ACI Group Secures Distribution Deal with IFF for Plant-Based Protein Range in UK and Ireland

ACI Group has secured a distribution agreement with International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) to distribute a range of plant-based proteins in the UK and Ireland. This partnership allows ACI Group to offer IFF’s portfolio of soy and pea protein products, providing customers with a variety of ingredients for plant-based food manufacturing. The plant protein solutions from IFF include formats such as textured vegetable proteins, hydrolyzed vegetable proteins, and specialized blends tailored for specific formulations, all derived from non-GMO soy and peas.

Key products in this range include SUPRO® Isolated Soy Proteins, SUPRO® MAX Structured Vegetable Proteins, and CENTEX® Textured Soy Flours. These ingredients are valued for their nutritional benefits and functional properties, such as water binding, fat retention, and emulsification, making them ideal for responding to evolving consumer preferences and developing plant-based product lines that cater to shifting market demands. The versatility of IFF’s plant proteins allows for their use in a wide range of food products, particularly in plant-based meat alternatives where they can replicate the texture and mouthfeel of muscle meat in various formats, supporting allergen-sensitive or flexitarian products with their neutral flavor and clean-label attributes.