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.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

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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.