Custodian Members are an exceptional group of Institution Members that subscribe to additional principles in promoting and upholding professional standards of competence and integrity in advancing food science and related technologies for the provision of safe and wholesome food. It is through the additional support received from these Members that SAAFoST is able to extend its efforts in promoting food professionalism in South Africa. For application and more information on Custodian Membership (is by invitation), please contact the SAAFoST CEO: ceo@saafost.co.za
AECI Food & BeverageThrough our engaged people, innovative product solutions and sustainable business practices, AECI Food & Beverage supplies a range of technology driven and consumer-led additives, ingredients and processing aids. Our focused product portfolio includes products/solutions into the following industries: Beverage, Dairy, Health & Nutrition and Commodities.
Anchor YeastAnchor Yeast is a division of Lallemand, a global player in yeast, bacteria and specialty products. Anchor Yeast has established itself as the leader in the supply of yeasts, dough raising and fermentation technology to the bakery, consumer and wine and alcohol business in Southern Africa.
Bidfood Technologies (Crown National)Crown National has a proud heritage that dates back to 1912, and is now a leading supplier of spices, herbs, seasonings, sauces, condiments, equipment, packaging as well as natural and artificial casings to the meat and poultry industry.
BrenntagBrenntag is the global market leader in chemical and ingredients distribution. We offer comprehensive solutions as well as individual products throughout South Africa. Our Food & Nutrition teams are geared to turning category defining trends into marketable products. We always have our fingers on the pulse when it comes to the latest developments and trends.
BRMSouth Africa’s leading manufacturer of value-added rib and poultry products – has satisfied the nation’s appetite with superior quality, convenience and mouth-watering flavour since 1985.
BühlerBühler has been operating in South Africa since 1972, currently with more then 220 employees. From our local set-up in Johannesburg we offer the following solutions, Sales and Service, Project Execution as well as Manufacturing and Logistics. Furthermore we are proud to have Service Stations in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Lusaka and Maputo offering our clients Spare and Ware parts, Roll Re-fluting and Die refurbishment.
Carst & Walker (Pty) LtdCarst & Walker (C&W), was established in South Africa in 1934 and has over the years expanded to become a substantial importer and distributor of chemical raw materials which find application in the adhesive, coatings, food, paper, plastics and rubber industries.
Cell-Chem (Pty) LtdCell-Chem (Pty) Ltd is a distributor for various global principals of specialty food flavours, modified food starches and food colours.
Cereal and Malt ExtractA South African owned and operated company supplying a range of quality malted extracts and ingredients to the beverage and breakfast cereal, micro-brewing, baking, confectionery, savoury and snack food industries for the last 60 years.
CJP ChemicalsCJP Chemicals (Pty) Ltd, established in 1986, is a leading stockist and distributor of both speciality and commodity raw materials to a variety of industries.
Clive Teubes GroupEstablished in 1983, the Clive Teubes Group are suppliers of essential oils and other raw materials for the flavour and fragrance industry.
Coca-ColaThe Coca-Cola Company is a total beverage company, offering over 500 brands in more than 200 countries and territories.
DanoneOver 90 years old, Danone remains a pioneering company determined to bring health through food to everyone.
DinnerMatesSupplier of value added portion controlled meat and chicken products – excelling in food products – put quality on your plate.
Dr OetkerDr. Oetker South Africa’s product portfolio consists of Ristorante Pizza, ITAL PIZZA, Happy Days (pizza bases), Nice‘nEasy (ready to eat meals) and Green Valley (creamed spinach).
DSM Nutritional Products South AfricaThe worlds leading supplier of vitamins, carotenoids, premixes and other fine chemicals to the feed, food and personal care industries.
Famous BrandsFamous Brands Limited is a holding company listed on the JSE Limited under the category Consumer Services: Travel and Leisure, and is Africa’s largest branded food service franchisor.
FirmenichFirmenich is the largest privately-owned company in the perfume and flavor business. Swiss and family owned, we have created many of the world’s favorite perfumes for over 100 years and produced a number of the most well known flavors we enjoy each day.
Formulation CreationsFormulation Creations was founded in 2017. We have the exclusive distribution rights for the African continent for Gold Coast Ingredients flavours and natural colours.
With regards to other food ingredients, we have an array of pre-approved world-class suppliers that we work closely with to assist our clients in achieving their product goals with notable strength in health actives, fortification and the likes. With over 10 000 different flavours that can be formulated to work in all food applications and a wide array of vitamins, extracts and actives, we are confident that we can fulfil a project brief and exceed our client’s expectations.
Freddy Hirsch Group (Pty) LtdA family owned, manufacturer and marketer of ingredients, casings and processing equipment to the meat sectors of the food industry in Africa.
GELITA South Africa (Pty) LtdGELITA is the leading company for manufacturing and marketing collagen proteins. These natural, pure and allergen-free clean-label ingredients play a key role in good food, healthy living and technical innovation.
Golden Era GroupGolden Era Group of Companies is a privately-owned paper and metal printing and packaging company. We specialize in a spectrum of specialist products and services including the manufacturing of kraft paper and container board, cartons, wet labels, laminate cartons, paper bags, self-adhesive and flexible labels, tinplate food cans and aluminium beverage cans.
Hahn & Hahn Inc.A specialist technology law firm with expertise in food law, food safety, food labelling legislation, consumer law, and intellectual property.
Hilltop Food IngredientsHilltop Foods Inc. was established with a main objective of creating delightfully tasting and all natural products. Hilltop supplies the retail, hotel and restaurant industries nation-wide and internationally.
I&JI&J is a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods. We put our heart and soul into fishing sustainably.
International Flavors and FragrancesWe are always exploring and working tirelessly to discover flavors, fragrances, and cosmetic ingredients that inspire our customers and delight consumers.
IMANA FoodsIMANA Foods is the leader in the South African Soya Mince market, with a strong and growing presence in a number of other product categories.
IMCDIMCD is a leading distributor of speciality chemicals and food ingredients with technical market specialists promoting products from leading suppliers to a wide range of market sectors.
IngredionIngredion is a leading global ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals.
IsegenIsegen is the sole producer of anhydrides and plasticisers in Africa and a world leader in the manufacture of food acidulants.
KerryWe are dedicated to making the world of food and beverage better for everyone. Every day, millions of people throughout the world consume foods and beverages containing Kerry’s taste and nutrition solutions.
KelpackContract Manufacturing and Packing of Foodstuff.
Lucky StarLucky Star is an iconic South African canned fish brand that have been producing a range of healthy products suitable for the whole family for more than 50 years. We believe in sustainable fishing and preserving our natural resources for future generations.
Maccallum & Associates SA (Pty) LtdMaccallum is an import agent and distributor for overseas suppliers bringing first-class raw materials to a range of customers in the Southern African food and food-related industries.
MARS AfricaA global company with family values and a rich history, MARS products are consumed in over 100 countries world-wide.
McCain Foods (SA) Pty LtdA family owned, multinational manufacturer of frozen food – the worlds largest manufacturer of frozen french fries / chips.
McCormickMcCormick is a global leader in flavour, manufacturing marketing and distributing spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavourful products to the entire food industry including food manufacturers and food service businesses.
Merieux NutriSciencesMérieux NutriSciences is dedicated to protecting consumers’ health throughout the world, by delivering a wide range of test and consultancy services to the food and nutrition industries.
MiamiMiami Canners is a large canning and bottling facility supplying all major retailers throughout South Africa.
NampakNampak is Africa’s largest packaging manufacturer, producing packaging in metal, glass, paper and plastic.
NestléNestlé is the world’s largest food and beverage company. Present in 191 countries around the world, with more than 2000 brands ranging from global icons to local favourites, the purpose of Nestlé is to enhance the quality of life to a healthier future for everyone, today and for generations to come.
PHTPHT are a leading provider of hygiene, food safety and technology solutions for food and beverage companies of any size.
Pick n PayPick n Pay is the second largest supermarket chain store in South Africa, established in 1967.
PromasidorPromasidor produces, distributes and markets our quality range of products in over 30 countries across the continent, bringing joy to millions of consumers.
Protea ChemicalsProtea Chemicals is a market leader in the sales, marketing and distribution of speciality and essential chemicals in South Africa and the SADC region. We deliver value to various sectors including Watercare, Food and Beverage, Consumer Care, Agri Sciences, Industrial manufacturing, Polymers and Coatings, offering a broad portfolio of products and services.Protea Chemicals helps customers stay competitive in their respective industries. We offer technical expertise, market insights, formulation support, blending, manufacturing, regulatory compliance and other value-added services to help customers optimise their processes and achieve their business goals.
RCL FOODS consumer (PTY) Ltd. t/a RainbowRainbow is one of South Africa’s largest fully integrated broiler producer, pioneering the industry in all stages of chicken production from farm to fork. We create industry-leading Animal Feed and are involved in every step of the process, delivering fresh, frozen and further processed chicken of superior quality. South Africa trusts Rainbow to deliver great taste and quality every time.
RCL FoodsRCL Foods’ ambition is to build an African food business of scale with compelling brands and a sustainable value chain that delivers to consumer and customer needs.
Rhodes Food GroupRhodes Food Group exists to offer quality meal solutions for the contemporary lifestyle.
Rich Products CorporationThe founder of the non-dairy segment of the frozen-food industry, Rich’s is a leading supplier and solutions provider to the food service, in-store bakery and retail marketplaces. The company is the world leader in non-dairy toppings, icings and other emulsions.
South African Sugar AssociationSASA provides a diverse range of highly specialised services to the South African sugar industry and our activities are funded in the main by the sugarcane growers and sugar milling companies.
SavannahSavannah offers a value-driven ingredients package that improves the lives of our customers through being constructive, synergistic, and well implemented.
Sea Harvest Corporation (Pty) LtdSince 1964, Sea Harvest has been processing fresh fish into a variety of products enjoyed right here in South Africa and in over 22 countries worldwide.
Sensient TechnologiesSensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors and fragrances.
SGSSGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.
Shimadzu South Africa (Pty) LtdShimadzu provides a broad range of analytical instruments indispensable for research, development, and quality control in a variety of fields.
SnackworksSnackworks is one of 14 companies in the AVI stable. Our brands are true South African icons with rich heritage. Bakers, Provita, Baumann’s and Willards have earned their place as well-loved and trusted brands in most South African households.
South Bakels (Pty) LtdSouth Bakels manufacture and distribute a wide range of premixes and specialised ingredients, some of which are tailor made for industrial and in-store bakeries while others are specifically developed for the Craft and Foodservice sectors.
SunspraySunspray is the largest independent spray drying company in South Africa providing customised, cost-effective solutions and ingredients that have functional properties. In addition, we service the food and baking industry with pasteurised liquid egg and egg powders as well as ingredients for the agricultural industries. All our products are of very high quality to exceed customer expectations.
SymriseSymrise is a leading provider of fragrances, flavors, active ingredients and aroma chemicals as well as sensorial and nutritional solutions for the perfume, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, beverage and pet food and baby food industries.
SynercoreSynercore is a science-led investment company focused on innovation within the food industry in Sub-Saharan Africa. Synercore specialises in food product development, ingredient supply and manufacturing, as well as contract blending within the dairy, beverage, bakery, culinary, and related food sectors.
Tate & LyleTate & Lyle is a global provider of distinctive, high quality ingredients and solutions to the food, beverage and other industries.
IngrainIngrain is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality starch and glucose, utilising non-GMO maize as our primary raw material.
We supply local and international markets, forming an integral part of the supply chain to a diverse range of industries. The products manufactured at our mills are essential ingredients in the creation of a vast number of individual products which are used by myriad companies in various industries, such as food and beverages, paper manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, building materials and adhesives. This diversity has ensured that we have a lasting impact on the lives of millions of consumers across the African continent and around the world.
Unilever South Africa (Pty) LtdWe meet everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life.
WoolworthsWoolworths is a South African retailer dedicated to bringing you quality, style and value.
