HIGUCHI INC. List of Products and Services

We handle 100% orange AD (hot air dried) products. Unlike typical orange peels, we use the whole fruit, which provides a fresh flavor derived from the juice and pulp, making it well-suited as an extraction material for products like fruit beers, craft gin, and flavored teas. It also pairs exceptionally well with chocolates. Additionally, when used for confectionery purposes, the distinctive orange flavor remains. 【Specifications】 ■Ingredients: 100% orange ■Country of origin: Spain ■Packaging: 20kg carton box (inner packaging: aluminum bag) ■Shelf life: 36 months after production *However, this is valid only if stored in a cool, dark place away from high temperatures, humidity, and direct sunlight. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We handle various dried vegetables and fruits. This product is flakes made from Italian flat parsley (Italian parsley) using AD (hot air drying) methods. We can also provide products that have undergone mechanical and visual sorting by domestic specialists. 【Specifications】 ■Appearance - Color: Green - Particle size: Standard 1-2mm ■Microbial Standards - Total viable count: 100,000 or fewer/g - E. coli: 10 or fewer/g ■Ingredients: 100% parsley ■Country of Origin: Italy ■Shelf Life: 24 months after production ■Packaging: 15kg carton box (inner packaging: aluminum bag) *Domestic sorted product: 8kg *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We handle various dried vegetables and fruits from VEGENAT, a company in Spain. Our product is made from 100% Spanish onions and is AD (air-dried), retaining the fresh flavor of "onion." Additionally, we offer "Sautéed Onion 2mm," which is made from 2mm ground material and processed domestically. 【Product Lineup】 ■ Powder ■ Ground 2mm ■ Minced ■ Small Chop ■ Large Chop ■ Sautéed Onion Chips (domestically processed) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Higuchi Shokai handles the traditional "Wheat/Rye Fermented Starter Powder" from the German company Dr. Suwelack. Easily impart distinctive fermented flavors and refreshing acidity. By simply adding it to existing dough recipes, you can create flavor-rich, authentic bread, which also helps in differentiating and expanding your product lineup. Not only for German bread, but it can also provide authentic fermented flavors for a wide range of applications, including French bread, baguettes, and focaccia. Additionally, it is possible to increase the water content in the dough by 1-2%. 【Features】 ■ Easily impart fermented flavors and refreshing acidity ■ Advantages of powder products compared to popular liquid starter products in Japan ■ Adding fermented starter powder allows for an increase in water content in the dough by 1-2% *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

Higuchi Shokai handles "food yeast extract" from Ohly, a long-established yeast extract manufacturer in Germany. We offer a variety ranging from standard free amino acid-rich types to nucleic acid-rich types, peptide-rich types, and reaction types. Available in powder, paste, and liquid forms, they are used not only for seasoning purposes but also in fields such as improving palatability in pet food. 【Product Lineup】 ■ Free amino acid-rich type - adds umami and enhances base flavor ■ Nucleic acid-rich type - adds umami ■ Peptide-rich type - adds richness and enhances aftertaste ■ Reaction type - adds meatiness and cooking sensation, etc. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Yeast extract," widely used in the fermentation industry, is aimed at enhancing the productivity and yield of microbial cultures. Yeast extract comes in various types, including amino acid-rich, nucleic acid-rich, and peptide-rich varieties. By reviewing the combinations and formulations of these yeast extracts, there is potential for improving fermentation and culture processes. This document presents test data related to the above. The yeast extract handled by Higuchi Shokai is manufactured by Ohly, a long-established yeast extract producer in Germany. It has a proven track record not only in lactic acid bacteria culture but also widely in the fermentation industry. Please take a look at our catalog if you are interested! *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This product is a unique ingredient for supplements that beautify the complexion from within the body. It is a powdered product extracted and refined from Hijiki, which is rich in polyphenols and fucoidan, combining the powerful bioactivity derived from fucoidan and the strong antioxidant properties derived from polyphenols. <Anti-inflammatory Effects> • Suppression of IL-6 • Inhibition of COX-1, COX-2, and LOX 152 activity • Significant reduction of inflammation in the colon during acute colitis among others <Aging Suppression> Sirtuin 1 (SIRT1): +32.4% <Tissue Integrity> Up to 99% inhibition of elastase, collagenase, and tyrosinase activity <Antioxidant Capacity> ORAC 6.0: 28,689 μmol TE/g <Immune Function> Maritech(R) Synergy may induce immune modulation effects, support immune function, and promote healthy, radiant skin.

"Sautéed Onion Chips" are food ingredients made from finely chopped dried onions, about 2mm in size, sautéed using palm oil. The sautéing process is done in a reliable domestic factory. The onions are sourced from contracted farmers who manage the entire process from seed to harvest, ensuring a highly transparent supply chain. Additionally, since we use AD products, you can enjoy not only the roasted aroma of the sautéed onions but also a crunchy texture, along with a presence and additive effect similar to spices. 【Specifications】 ■Ingredients: Dried onions (from Spain), palm oil ■Final processing location: Japan ■Packaging: 10kg (1kg x 10) ■Shelf life: 12 months after production (store at room temperature, avoiding high temperatures, humidity, and direct sunlight) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.