DKSH has expanded its partnership with GNT International B.V. to support the growth of its Exberry natural color portfolio in Vietnam. Through its comprehensive Market Expansion Services, DKSH will help increase access to natural coloring solutions for food and beverage manufacturers, supporting innovation and meeting growing consumer demand for clean-label products.
DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has expanded its collaboration with GNT International B.V. (“GNT”), a global leader in plant-based coloring foods, bringing their Exberry natural color portfolio to customers in Vietnam. Exberry is a registered trademark of GNT. Under the agreement, DKSH will provide business development, market analysis, marketing and sales, distribution and logistics, regulatory support, and technical services to accelerate the growth of GNT’s natural color solutions in the Vietnamese food and beverage market.
The expanded collaboration builds on a longstanding relationship between DKSH and GNT in other markets, including Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Leveraging DKSH’s extensive regional presence, deep industry expertise, strong customer network, and regulatory capabilities, GNT aims to strengthen its reach among food and beverage manufacturers in Vietnam and unlock new growth opportunities.
GNT is a leading provider of plant-based coloring ingredients marketed under its globally recognized Exberry brand. The company provides natural color solutions derived from non-GMO fruits, vegetables, and edible plants, enabling food and beverage manufacturers to create visually appealing products while meeting increasing consumer demand for clean-label, naturally sourced ingredients.
GNT’s natural color portfolio is suitable for applications in beverages, bakery, confectionery, dairy, cereals, snacks, sauces, savory, plant-based meat, seafood, and dairy, and helps manufacturers develop products that align with evolving market trends toward transparency, sustainability, and natural ingredients. The solutions are used across multiple categories, providing versatility, stability, ease-of-use, and strong sustainability credentials, allowing brands to achieve vibrant colors while maintaining a natural positioning.
Andreas Thiede, General Manager at GNT Singapore Pte. Ltd., commented: “Exberry colors allow manufacturers to deliver the natural and eye-catching products consumers want to see. DKSH is perfectly placed to help us meet the growing demand for natural ingredients in Vietnam thanks to its strong market presence and consistent track record. Together, we can deliver enhanced value for food and beverage brands throughout the country.”
Cesar Saez, Vice President, Business Unit Performance Materials, Southeast Asia, DKSH, added: “We are delighted to further strengthen our partnership with GNT and support the growth of its Exberry natural color solutions in Vietnam. As consumer demand for natural and clean-label products continues to increase, DKSH’s local market knowledge, regulatory expertise, sales excellence, innovation and formulation capabilities, and collaborative mindset will help bring innovative coloring solutions to food and beverage manufacturers across the market.”
Innovations in Food (& Beverage) Technology is a quarterly magazine distributed globally in Digital format. www.innovationsfood.com. X: @Innovfoodtech. Instagram: @innovationsinfoodtechnology. Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/terry-prior52
