What Takabio does

Takabio SAS is a French private company founded in 2008 and headquartered in Beaucouzé, France (with additional presence in Federal Way, WA), operating as the exclusive global export representative for Shin Nihon Chemical, a Japanese enzyme manufacturer established in 1959. The company commercializes a portfolio of non-GMO food-grade enzymes under the SUMIZYME trademark, produced in Japan via Solid State Fermentation (SSF) and Deep Tank Fermentation (DTF) methods, including specialty enzymes derived from the traditional koji process using Aspergillus oryzae. The product line spans more than 30 enzyme families — amylases, proteases, lipases, pectinases, cellulases, lactases, phytases, xylanases, and others — covering applications in breadmaking, winemaking, dairy, fruit and vegetable processing, nutrition supplements, cosmetics, protein hydrolysis, and organic food production. Two branded innovations have been launched: TAKAZYM 1 (2023), a single-dose winemaking enzyme for small and medium estates, and LACTOFRIEND (2023), a lactase-based dietary supplement in mini-meringue form.

Takabio operates a B2B sales-led distribution model, selling enzymes in liquid, powder, and granule formats to food industry manufacturers worldwide. Revenue is generated through direct sales supported by technical experts who assist with application development, process optimization, and regulatory guidance, with quote-based pricing (no public price list) and premium 24/7 customer service. The company is organized with an 11-50 employee base and is distinguished from much larger enzyme majors (Novozymes, DSM-Firmenich) by its exclusive access to Japanese koji-derived enzymes, SQF Level 9 / GMP / Kosher / Halal certified supply from Shin Nihon, and AMFEP regulatory affiliations covering EU, FDA, Codex, and OIV frameworks. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional funding rounds, €1,000,000 stated capital, and is managed by Stéphane Toumelin as Managing Director.

Name

Takabio

Legal name

Takabio SAS

Website

https://takabio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Takabio SAS is a French B2B distributor founded in 2008 that exclusively commercializes Shin Nihon Chemical's non-GMO, koji-derived food enzymes (SUMIZYME range) to food manufacturers worldwide across breadmaking, winemaking, dairy, fruit processing, nutrition, and cosmetics verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Beaucouzé

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Enzyme product sales: Takabio generates revenue through the sale of non-GMO enzymes produced by Shin Nihon Chemical in Japan. The company offers enzymes in various forms (liquid, powder, granules) and concentrations. Products are distributed globally through direct sales with premium customer service support including logistics, supply chain management, and technical application assistance.

Go-to-market motion1 record

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Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Takabio is the exclusive global export representative of Shin Nihon Chemical, commercializing non-GMO food enzymes (under the SUMIZYME brand) produced in Japan via Solid State Fermentation (SSF) and Deep Tank Fermentation (DTF), including enzymes derived from the traditional Japanese koji process. The company supplies these enzymes to food industry manufacturers for breadmaking, winemaking, dairy, fruit and vegetable processing, nutrition supplements, animal feed, cosmetics, and protein hydrolysis, complemented by branded innovations (TAKAZYM for winemaking, LACTOFRIEND dietary supplement). Takabio wraps product supply with technical application support, R&D assistance, regulatory guidance, logistics, and premium 24/7 customer service.

Product overview

Takabio is a B2B enzyme supplier that commercializes non-GMO enzymes produced in Japan by Shin Nihon Chemical. Their core product is the SUMIZYME™ enzyme range, which includes over 30 distinct enzyme families (amylases, proteases, lipases, pectinases, cellulases, lactases, phytases, xylanases, and others) covering applications in breadmaking, winemaking, dairy, fruits & vegetable processing, nutrition supplements, animal feed, and cosmetics. The company also offers two innovative branded products: TAKAZYM for winemaking and LACTOFRIEND for lactose-intolerant consumers. Takabio provides enzymes in various forms (liquid, powder, micro-granules) and offers technical, R&D, certification, and regulatory support services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SUMIZYME: Trademark brand for non-GMO enzymes produced in Japan by Shin Nihon Chemical and commercialized by Takabio worldwide.
• TAKAZYM
• LACTOFRIEND

Products and services

• SUMIZYME enzyme portfolio Trademarked portfolio of non-GMO food enzymes (more than 30 families, including amylases, proteases, lipases, pectinases, cellulases, lactases, glucoamylases, xylanases, phytase, beta-glucanases, tannase, inulinase, invertase, alpha-galactosidase) produced in Japan by Shin Nihon Chemical and distributed to food manufacturers globally.
• TAKAZYM 1 Liquid winemaking enzyme preparation made with non-GMO Aspergillus niger, supplied as ready-to-use 10ml single doses for maceration, thermovinification, clarification, and filtration, targeted at small and medium-sized wine estates producing white, rosé, and red wines.
• LACTOFRIEND Lactase-based dietary supplement for lactose-sensitive and intolerant consumers, formulated as a soft melt-in-your-mouth mini-meringue that enables lactose-containing foods to be digested.

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Shin Nihon ChemicalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTakabio serves as the exclusive export representative for Shin Nihon Chemical, a Japanese company founded in 1959 and one of the world's leading producers of food enzymes. Shin Nihon manufactures enzymes using Solid State Fermentation (SSF) and Deep Tank Fermentation (DTF) methods at facilities in Anjō and Nishio, Japan. The partnership gives Takabio access to exclusive SUMIZYME enzyme products and leverages Shin Nihon's 60+ years of fermentation expertise. Both companies are committed to preserving the legacy of Dr. Jokichi Takamine through the Dr. Jokichi Takamine Foundation.
• SofriloireminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSofriloire, a partner company of Takabio, participated in the 2021 sponsorship challenge for Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque Enfants du Monde. The entire Sofriloire team completed the 20 km of Paris walking event, demonstrating commitment to the charitable initiative supported by Takabio.
• AMFEP (Association of Manufacturers and Formulators of Enzyme Products)minorOthersTakabio is a member of AMFEP, the European Association of Manufacturers and Formulators of Enzyme Products. Membership provides access to international laws and regulations including EU, FDA, Codex FAO/WHO expert committee on Food Additives (JECFA), and OIV frameworks.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Amano Enzyme: Japanese enzyme manufacturer specializing in food, diagnostic, and industrial enzymes. Directly comparable to Shin Nihon/Takabio because of its Japanese heritage, Aspergillus-derived enzyme portfolio, and global B2B distribution model.
• Specialty Enzymes & Biotechnologies: US-based producer and supplier of food-grade and industrial enzymes. Comparable as a niche enzyme manufacturer/distributor serving food, beverage, and nutraceutical customers.
• Enzyme Innovation: US-based enzyme supplier focused on food, brewing, and industrial applications. Comparable as a specialized, smaller-scale B2B enzyme distributor competing in similar food and beverage verticals.
• AB Enzymes: Germany-based food and industrial enzyme producer serving baking, beverage, and animal nutrition. Directly comparable as a focused B2B enzyme manufacturer/distributor targeting similar food-industry applications.

Broad incumbents

• DSM-Firmenich: Global nutrition, health, and ingredients company with a substantial food enzyme portfolio. Comparable as a large, diversified enzyme and ingredient supplier serving the same food manufacturer customers as Takabio.
• IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances, incl. former DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences): Global ingredients platform with food enzymes, cultures, and bioproducts. Overlaps with Takabio across enzyme applications in baking, dairy, and beverage, but at much larger scale and as part of a broader ingredients portfolio.
• Kerry Group: Global taste and nutrition ingredients company with a food enzyme and functional ingredient portfolio. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving the same food manufacturer customer base across bakery, dairy, and beverage.
• Novonesis (formerly Novozymes): World's largest enzyme producer with broad food and beverage enzyme portfolios. Overlaps with Takabio across nearly every food enzyme category but operates at vastly greater scale and with internal manufacturing.

Others

• Brenntag: Global chemicals and food ingredients distributor. Comparable as a distribution channel that could either compete with or partner alongside Takabio in moving specialty food ingredients to industrial customers worldwide.

Emerging players

• Advanced Enzyme Technologies: India-based specialty enzyme manufacturer with food, nutrition, and animal feed offerings. Comparable as a focused enzyme specialist targeting similar applications (baking, dairy, F&V processing) at a similar mid-tier scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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