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PARTNERSHIP

Biorigin specializes in biotechnological processes that produce natural-origin ingredients for human food, pet food, and production animals. With industrial operations in Brazil and a global presence, the company serves customers on all continents.

Check below some highlights that make Biorigin your valued partner:

Innovation and biotechnology in the production of

YEAST AND YEAST PRODUCTS

At Biorigin, INNOVATION AND BIOTECHNOLOGY ensure the delivery of unique solutions to the market based on the experience of over 75 years in the fermentation processes of the company. 

Total control of the production chain is the distinguishing feature of Biorigin. As Zilor itself supplies the raw materials, the company ensures the traceability of the entire production process, from yeast production to the finished product, providing safety to the customers.

Another distinctive feature is the Pure Culture plant, the first in Brazil. It allows selecting of the best yeast strain for each product and maintaining continuous production, in addition to fully controlling the production process. 

Biorigin has its own Research and Development Center, with three labs, a pilot plant, a highly-trained and skilled team, and state-of-the-art equipment for developing new products. 

The company has partnerships with universities and renowned biotechnology research institutions in Brazil and abroad to test its products’ results, functionalities, and applications. 

Biotechnology Process

Know-how in fermentation processes

Knowledge and technology

2003

2008

2016

2018

2003

Established as a business unit of Zilor, founded more than 75 years ago.

2008

Acquisition of PTX Food Corp. (USA), currently Biorigin US unit Acquisition of Immunocorp Animal Health (Norway), currently with a rep office and distribution center in Belgium.

2016

Expansion of the Biorigin QuatĂ¡ production unit – doubling the production capacity.

2018

Enlargement of Biorigin US

Established as a business unit of Zilor, founded more than 75 years ago. 

Acquisition of PTX Food Corp. (USA), currently Biorigin US unit 

Acquisition of Immunocorp Animal Health (Norway), currently with a rep office and distribution center in Belgium. 

Expansion of the Biorigin QuatĂ¡ production unit – doubling the production capacity.

Enlargement of Biorigin US 

Global

Presence

Biorigin has three yeast and derivatives production plants in Brazil and distribution centers and offices in Brazil, USA, and Belgium. Our Research and Development Center is located in the state of SĂ£o Paulo, Brazil, with three laboratories, a pilot plant, and an Application Center. Biorigin is present around the world through its network of distributors.

Commitment to Quality

Food Safety

Certifications and continuous monitoring from the raw materials to the final product are part of the company’s routine activities, making Biorigin a global benchmark in product quality. 

Quality and food safety management programs comply with stringent requirements, and dedicated teams monitor each step of the process. 

FSSC 22000

Food safety certification acknowledged by the GFSP Global Food Safety Initiative

HALAL

Food prepared according to the Islamlews

KOSHER

Food prepared according to Jewisllaws

GMP+

Food safety for the animal nutrition chain

NON GMO

Certification of Non GMO food

GHG Protocol

Supplies the world's most widely used greenhouse gas accounting standards

ISO 22000

Food Safety Management

Commitment to

Sustainability

The commitment to respect the environment and people is present in all Zilor’s and Biorigin’s businesses, which constantly invest in technologies to reduce the impacts generated by our operations, support our employees, and generate value for our stakeholders.  

United States Environmental Protection Agency

US Environ mental Protection Agency. Certification focussed on GHG emission reduction.

ISO 14001

International standard that establishes the requirements a environmental management system.

Ecovadis

Colaborative plataform that provides supplier sustainability ratings in global supply chains.

Energia Verde

Certification annually awardad by UNICA and CCEE to companies that use energy generated rom sugarcane blomass.

Bonsucro

International Certification focused on sustainability Chain of Custody

Programa Brasileiro GHG Protocol

Standard Tool, used to understand, quantify, and manage GHG emissions

Sedex

Improving responsible and ethical business practices in global supply chains

Our

Philosophy

To Be

To be the main supplier of valued natural ingredients to our customers.

To Make

We mobilize competencies, and using biotechnological processes, we create innovative ingredients from natural sources, and we are committed to add value to our customer´s products.

Principles

Integrity, Loyalty, Social Responsibility, Commitment to the Future, Continuous Learning, Creative Effort, and Alliances.Â