
Bulk Ingredients for Food Manufacturing
Cerco Group sources high-quality ingredients for commercial food production—backed by commodity expertise and global supplier networks.
Ingredient Applications by Food Category
Explore ingredient sourcing across diverse food categories. Click a section to see how Cerco Group supports manufacturers in each area.
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Cerco Group sources ingredients for ready-to-drink, functional, and non-alcoholic beverages, including plant proteins, natural sweeteners, fibers, and emulsifiers to support stability, taste, and nutritional performance.
We provide essential ingredients for carbonated drinks, juices, energy drinks, and functional beverages.
Common Ingredients:
Sweeteners: Sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, stevia
Acids: Citric acid, malic acid
Flavors: Fruit extracts, herbs, spices
Colorants: Natural food colors, caramel color
Stabilizers: Xanthan gum, guar gum
Preservatives: Potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate
Fruit Juices & Concentrates
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Cerco Group supplies flours, starches, fibers, emulsifiers, and natural sweeteners used in breads, pastries, cookies, and baked snacks.
Our baking ingredients ensure quality, consistency, and flavor for bread, cakes, pastries, and cookies.
Common Ingredients:
Flours: Wheat flour, rye flour, gluten-free flours
Leavening Agents: Baking powder, yeast, sodium bicarbonate
Sweeteners: Sugar, honey, agave syrup
Fats: Butter, margarine, vegetable oil
Eggs & Dairy: Fresh eggs, egg substitutes, milk, cream, powdered milk
Additives: Emulsifiers, enzymes, dough conditioners
Nuts & Seeds: Almonds, sunflower seeds
Fruits & Dried Fruits: Raisins, apples, blueberries
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We source ingredients for savory and sweet snacks, including seasonings, coating fats, fiber blends, and grain inclusions for extruded and packaged products.
Our snack ingredients enhance flavor, texture, and shelf life for a variety of packaged snack products.
Common Ingredients:
Grains: Corn, rice, oats, wheat
Oils: Sunflower oil, palm oil
Salt, Spices & Seasonings: Garlic powder, paprika, cheddar cheese
Sweeteners: Glucose syrup, maple syrup, brown sugar
Flavor Enhancers: Monosodium glutamate (MSG), natural flavors
Preservatives: Calcium propionate
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Cerco Group provides sugars, polyols, gums, and oil-based inclusions for candy, chocolate, and chewable confectionary applications.
We supply premium ingredients for chocolates, candies, and gum-based products.
Common Ingredients:
Sugar Sources: Sucrose, glucose syrup, corn syrup
Cocoa & Chocolate: Cocoa powder, cocoa butter, chocolate liquor
Dairy Ingredients: Milk powder, condensed milk, butter
Nuts: Hazelnuts, almonds, peanuts
Gums & Thickeners: Gelatin, agar-agar, pectin
Natural Flavors: Vanilla, mint, fruit extracts
Emulsifiers: Lecithin
Colorants: Beet juice powder, food dyes
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We support traditional and alternative dairy production with emulsifiers, stabilizers, milk powders, and fermentation co-products.
From traditional dairy to plant-based alternatives, we provide key ingredients for dairy processing.
Common Ingredients:
Milk: Whole milk, skim milk, plant-based milk alternatives
Cheese Cultures: Lactic acid bacteria, mold cultures
Cream & Butter: Heavy cream, light cream, butter
Stabilizers: Carrageenan, guar gum
Probiotics: Lactobacillus
Sweeteners: Lactose, sucrose
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From batters and breaders to proteins, sauces, and fiber-based stabilizers, we help source ingredients for frozen entrées, sides, and appetizers.
We offer ingredients for frozen meals, ready-to-eat foods, and frozen desserts.
Common Ingredients:
Vegetables & Fruits: Peas, berries, spinach
Proteins: Chicken, beef, fish
Sauces: Cheese sauce, tomato sauce, gravies
Starches: Potatoes, rice, pasta
Preservatives: Sodium benzoate, ascorbic acid
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Cerco Group offers functional proteins, binders, and fat ingredients for use in processed meats, formed products, and poultry applications.
Our ingredients support fresh, processed, and value-added meat and poultry products.
Common Ingredients:
Proteins: Beef, pork, chicken, turkey
Salt & Spices: Garlic powder, pepper, paprika
Seasonings & Marinades: Soy sauce, vinegar, lemon juice
Stabilizers: Phosphates, sodium nitrite
Fillers: Soy protein, wheat gluten
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We source starches, oil blends, vinegar powders, and emulsifiers used in shelf-stable and refrigerated sauce systems.
We supply high-quality ingredients for sauces, dressings, and condiments used in retail and food service.
Common Ingredients:
Oils: Olive oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil
Vinegar: Balsamic, apple cider
Sweeteners: Honey, maple syrup
Spices & Herbs: Basil, oregano, mustard seeds
Acids: Citric acid, lactic acid
Emulsifiers: Egg yolk, mustard, lecithin
Salt & Seasonings: Soy sauce, garlic
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We supply grain blends, whole grains, millfeeds, and fiber-rich ingredients for cereals, granolas, and ready-to-eat grain-based foods.
We supply whole grains, flours, and functional ingredients for breakfast cereals and grain-based foods.
Common Ingredients:
Whole Grains: Oats, quinoa, barley
Grain Flours: Wheat flour, rice flour, cornmeal
Sweeteners: Brown sugar, honey
Dried Fruits: Raisins, cranberries
Nuts & Seeds: Chia seeds, flaxseeds
Flavoring Agents: Vanilla extract, cinnamon
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Cerco Group supports heat-and-eat, retort, and ready-to-serve foods with ingredient solutions that improve texture, shelf life, and flavor delivery.
We provide a variety of ingredients for packaged meals and ready-to-eat products.
Common Ingredients:
Proteins: Chicken, beef, tofu, beans
Grains: Rice, couscous, pasta
Vegetables: Carrots, peas, spinach
Sauces & Seasonings: Tomato sauce, soy sauce, chili powder
Preservatives: Potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate
Thickeners: Cornstarch, guar gum
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We provide fibers, plant proteins, natural sweeteners, and digestive health ingredients tailored for functional food claims.
Our functional ingredients support products designed for health-conscious consumers.
Common Ingredients:
Probiotics: Yogurt cultures, Lactobacillus
Prebiotics: Inulin, chicory root
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Fish oil, flaxseed
Plant-Based Proteins: Pea protein, soy protein
Fiber Sources: Soluble fiber, cellulose
Vitamins & Minerals: Vitamin D, calcium
Antioxidants: Acai, green tea extract
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From pea protein and plant-based fats to fermentation substrates and textured protein systems, we support clean-label, plant-forward formulations.
We support the growing demand for plant-based alternatives with high-quality ingredients.
Common Ingredients:
Plant Proteins: Soy, pea protein, lentils
Dairy Alternatives: Almond milk, coconut milk, tofu
Grains: Quinoa, millet, rice
Nuts & Seeds: Cashews, sunflower seeds
Vegetables: Mushrooms, avocados, peas
Plant-Based Emulsifiers: Soy lecithin
At Cerco Group, we help food manufacturers source essential ingredients across categories like bakery, dairy, meat & poultry, snacks, and more. Whether you're producing shelf-stable goods, frozen entrées, or functional foods, our sourcing team connects you with reliable supply chain partners and cost-effective bulk ingredients. We work with processors, co-manufacturers, and CPG brands to ensure ingredient consistency, traceability, and scale.
For more information, contact us by calling 1-800-369-1550, or click the CONTACT SALES button.
Why Choose CERCO Group for Food Industry Solutions?
At CERCO Group, we provide high-quality, food-safe ingredients for manufacturers seeking innovation, consistency, and reliability in their formulations. Whether you're producing bakery goods, beverages, plant-based products, or functional foods, we help you source the right ingredients to meet industry demands.
For more information, contact us by calling 1-800-369-1550, or click the CONTACT SALES button below.