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Exploring Plant-Based Confectionery Innovation in North Africa

Aug 20,2026

🌱 Exploring Plant-Based Confectionery Innovation in North Africa | Lemon Bio’s Visit to Algeria

Recently, the Lemon Bio team visited Algeria to meet with SPI - SELECTED PERFORMANCE INGREDIENTS local customers and confectionery companies, exploring new opportunities for plant-based ingredients in the confectionery industry.

During this visit, we shared our technical expertise and application solutions for plant-based gelling systems in aerated gummies and functional gummies, helping local manufacturers discover new possibilities for product innovation and formulation improvement.

As a Muslim-majority country, Algeria has a growing interest in food ingredients that meet Halal requirements and consumer expectations. Traditional gummy production often relies on gelatin systems, while animal-derived gelatin may create challenges related to formulation choices, certification requirements, and consumer acceptance in certain markets.

To address these needs, Lemon Bio provides natural plant-based solutions. Through innovative combinations of citrus fiber, carrageenan, konjac gum, and other plant-derived ingredients, we help customers develop gummies with excellent elasticity, chewiness, and stability — creating more possibilities for the next generation of confectionery products.

This visit to Algeria strengthened our cooperation with local partners and provided valuable insights into the growing demand for natural, healthy, and clean-label food ingredients in the North African market.

We sincerely appreciate the warm welcome and meaningful discussions with our Algerian partners.

Lemon Bio will continue working with global food innovators to develop natural, sustainable, and innovative ingredient solutions.

🌍 From China to the world — Creating better food solutions together.

 

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