Founded in 1852, COSUCRA Groupe Warcoing S.A. stands for innovation and sustainability in the field of food ingredients. With a long-standing tradition, COSUCRA has evolved from its initial focus on sugar production to become a leading company for specialty food ingredients made from chicory and yellow peas. As a forward-thinking company, COSUCRA strives to reduce its environmental footprint through sustainable practices and innovative solutions.
Gillco's Partnership with Cosucra
Gillco Ingredients and COSUCRA Inc. have shared a successful partnership since 2020. This collaboration highlights Gillco's commitment to offering high-quality, sustainable ingredients to its customers. As a dedicated inulin distributor and chicory root fiber distributor, Gillco combines deep ingredient expertise with COSUCRA's leadership in chicory and pea-based products: making this partnership ideally suited to meet the growing demand for plant-based and clean-label solutions in the food and beverage industry.
Cosucra's Ingredient Offerings and Their Benefits
COSUCRA’s ingredient portfolio is designed to support a wide range of applications, from bakery and dairy to nutraceuticals and meat alternatives. Here’s a closer look at their offerings.
Chicory Root Fiber
Chicory root fiber, also known as inulin, is a prebiotic vegetable fiber extracted from the root of the chicory plant. Available in both powder and liquid forms, it boasts a sweet to neutral taste and an off-white color. As a leading inulin distributor, Gillco offers the full FIBRULINE™ and FIBRULOSE™ range:
- • FIBRULINE™ Instant chicory root fiber (powder): Ideal for instant beverage applications and bakery products, providing a smooth mouthfeel and improved texture.
- • FIBRULINE™ S30 chicory root fiber (powder): Suitable for dairy alternatives and frozen desserts, it enhances creaminess and acts as a fat replacer.
- • FIBRULINE™ XL chicory root fiber (powder): A versatile ingredient for a range of applications including confectionery and nutraceuticals, offering excellent bulking properties.
- • FIBRULOSE™ F97 chicory root fiber (powder): Known for its high solubility and functionality in bakery and snack products.
- • FIBRULOSE™ LCF chicory root fiber (liquid): Perfect for beverage applications, this liquid form provides sweetness reduction and improved mouthfeel.
Chicory root fiber serves multiple functions, including fat mimicking, bulking, sugar reduction, and promoting digestive health. It is widely used in:
- • Bakery
- • Beverage
- • Confectionary
- • Dairy, Dairy Alternative
- • Frozen Dessert
- • Meat, Meat Alternative
- • Nutraceutical
- • Snacks
- • Spread, Dressings, Dips
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Swelite™ Pea Fiber
SWELITE™ pea fiber is derived from the cell walls of yellow peas, presenting as a white powder with a neutral taste and odor. It includes:
- • SWELITE™ C pea fiber: Features high water-holding capacity and is excellent for enhancing taste and texture in meat alternatives and dairy products.
- • SWELITE™ F pea fiber: Provides improved moisture management and yield in fillings, spreads, and dips.
SWELITE™ pea fiber is highly effective in reducing stickiness, shrinkage, and enhancing emulsification. It is ideal for use in dairy alternatives, meat substitutes, and various filling applications.
Pisane™ Pea Protein
PISANE™ pea protein is a high-quality protein source with a protein content of 80-85%. It is available in different forms to meet various application needs:
- • PISANE™ LS pea protein: Known for its high solubility, good emulsifying properties, and stability during heat treatment. It is suitable for non-dairy beverages, yogurts, desserts, and cheeses. For non-dairy beverages, Pisane™ LS can be used up to 10% without affecting texture. It is also effective in frozen desserts with an optimal dosage of 1.5% to 2.5%.
PISANE™ pea protein is rich in essential amino acids and offers high digestibility. It is an excellent choice for fortifying nutritional products, improving the protein profile of plant-based foods, and supporting sustainable and allergen-free formulations.
NASTAR™ pea starch
NASTAR™ pea starch is a native pea starch with a focus on functionality and clean-label requirements. It includes:
- • NASTAR™ pea starch: Known for its high amylose content and unique gelling properties, it is suitable for sauces, dairy, and bakery products.
- • NASTAR™ Instant pea starch: This pre-gelatinized starch offers cold gelling properties and extended water retention, making it ideal for instant food applications.
NASTAR™ pea starch is versatile, with excellent gelling, thickening, and texturizing properties. It supports clean-label requirements and is effective in various applications, including sauces, dressings, and bakery products.
Gillco and COSUCRA FAQs
Is Gillco an authorized COSUCRA distributor?
Yes. Gillco has partnered with COSUCRA since 2020, providing food and beverage manufacturers with access to COSUCRA's innovative portfolio of chicory root fiber, pea protein, pea fiber, and pea starch ingredients. This partnership combines COSUCRA's expertise in plant-based ingredients with Gillco's technical knowledge, customer support, and nationwide distribution network.
What COSUCRA ingredients does Gillco distribute?
Gillco distributes a wide range of COSUCRA ingredients designed to support nutrition, functionality, and clean-label product development, including:
- • FIBRULINE™ chicory root fiber (inulin)
- • FIBRULOSE™ chicory root fiber
- • PISANE™ pea protein
- • SWELITE™ pea fiber
- • NASTAR™ pea starch
These ingredients help manufacturers improve texture, increase fiber or protein content, reduce sugar and fat, and create more sustainable plant-based formulations.
What food and beverage applications are COSUCRA ingredients suited for?
COSUCRA ingredients are highly versatile and can be used across numerous applications, including bakery, beverages, confectionery, dairy and dairy alternatives, frozen desserts, meat and meat alternatives, nutraceuticals, snacks, and spreads, dressings, and dips. Whether you're developing a high-protein beverage, improving the texture of a plant-based meat alternative, or adding prebiotic fiber to a baked good, Gillco can help identify the right ingredient solution.
What are the benefits of chicory root fiber and inulin?
Chicory root fiber, also known as inulin, is a naturally sourced prebiotic fiber derived from chicory root. It offers multiple formulation benefits, including fiber enrichment, sugar reduction, fat replacement, bulking, and improved mouthfeel. In addition to its functional benefits, inulin supports digestive health and can help manufacturers create products that align with consumer demand for wellness-focused nutrition.
Are COSUCRA ingredients sustainable and plant-based?
Yes. Sustainability is a core part of COSUCRA's business philosophy. The company focuses on naturally sourced ingredients derived from chicory root and yellow peas, helping manufacturers create products that support modern consumer preferences for plant-based, sustainable, and health-conscious nutrition. COSUCRA has been producing chicory-based ingredients and pea-based proteins for decades and continues to invest in sustainable ingredient innovation.
What makes Gillco different from buying COSUCRA ingredients directly or through another distributor?
Gillco provides more than ingredient fulfillment. Our technically trained sales team helps manufacturers select the right ingredients for their formulation goals, whether that's increasing protein content, improving texture, reducing sugar, enhancing fiber claims, or optimizing plant-based products. Customers also benefit from competitive pricing, responsive customer service, nationwide warehousing, reliable supply, and regulatory documentation support.
Can I request a sample of a COSUCRA ingredient before placing an order?
Absolutely. Sampling allows you to evaluate ingredient performance in your specific formulation before making a purchasing decision. Whether you're testing pea protein functionality, evaluating chicory root fiber for sugar reduction, or assessing texture improvements from pea fiber, Gillco can help coordinate samples and provide technical guidance throughout the evaluation process.
Does Gillco provide technical support for COSUCRA ingredients?
Yes. Gillco's technical sales team works closely with food and beverage manufacturers throughout the product development process. We can help with ingredient selection, formulation optimization, nutritional targets, clean-label initiatives, plant-based product development, and troubleshooting application-specific challenges to help bring your products to market more efficiently.
How do I place an order for COSUCRA ingredients through Gillco?
Getting started is simple. Contact Gillco through our website or give us a call to discuss your application, ingredient requirements, and projected volumes. Our team will help you select the appropriate COSUCRA ingredient, provide pricing and documentation, arrange samples if needed, and support your supply chain from initial inquiry through delivery.
Why Choose Gillco as Your Inulin Distributor?
When sourcing functional fibers, partnering with the right chicory root fiber distributor makes all the difference. Gillco brings:
- • Direct access to COSUCRA's full ingredient portfolio
- • Technical support to help you select the right grade for your application
- • Reliable supply backed by a long-term supplier relationship
- • Clean-label and non-GMO credentials to support your product positioning
Whether you need an inulin distributor for large-scale production or are exploring prebiotic fiber ingredients for a new launch, Gillco has the expertise and inventory to support you.
For more information about COSUCRA's ingredients or to request a sample, contact Gillco today.