Featuring 100% Wheat-Replacement Oat Flour with a Soft and Chewy Texture,
and the World's No.1 Oyster Sauce Brand
HighChem Company Limited (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, President and Representative Director: Yuichi Taka), will exhibit at FABEX Tokyo 2026 (The 29th FABEX 2026), to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 15 (Wed.) to April 17 (Fri.), 2026.
At this exhibition, HighChem will showcase a lineup of carefully selected food ingredients originating from China that the company has independently sourced and developed under the theme of “High Functionality, Stable Supply, and Japanese Market Compatibility.” From oat-based wheat alternatives to authentic seasonings with the world's leading market share, HighChem will introduce new possibilities for food product development in Japan.
Exhibition Details:
Exhibition Name |
FABEX Tokyo 2026 (The 29th FABEX 2026) |
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Dates |
April 15 (Wed.) – April 17 (Fri.), 2026 10:00–17:00 |
Venue & Booth |
Tokyo Big Sight, East Hall 3 Booth No.: F-Y14 |
Inquiries |
Visitors wishing to schedule a business meeting at the booth are encouraged to contact us by phone or e-mail in advance for smoother arrangements. |
Highlights: Key Products Solving Food Development Challenges
For this exhibition, HighChem has carefully selected innovative ingredients from China that address the needs and challenges faced by food developers.
① Oat Series (Hulless Oats) – A New Alternative to Wheat and Rice
HighChem will introduce innovative food ingredients based on Chinese-origin hulless oats.
- Oat Flour Series: Through proprietary formulation technology, this oat flour delivers a soft and chewy texture even when replacing wheat flour completely. It overturns the conventional perception of oat-based ingredients, which often suffer from dryness and poor texture.
- Oat rice:An oat product designed for grain-based consumption and offering significant potential as a substitute for white rice. Ideal for health-conscious staple food applications.
[Live Demonstration at the Booth] Freshly baked mini sponge cakes made with the oat flour will be available for tasting, allowing visitors to experience its unique texture firsthand.
② A Diverse Lineup of Plant-Based Proteins
As demand for plant-based proteins continues to grow, HighChem leverages its extensive sourcing network in China to offer a broad range of protein ingredients.
- Pea Protein:Mild in flavor and easy to incorporate into beverages and confectionery products.
- Oat Protein:Rich in β-glucan and minerals, enabling product development that takes advantage of its distinctive grain-derived flavor profile.
- Soy Protein:Provides a complete essential amino acid profile and is supported by a highly reliable and stable supply chain.
③ Seasoning Series for Authentic Chinese Cuisine
A selection of seasonings designed to meet the growing demand for authentic Chinese flavors in Japan.
• Haitian Oyster Sauce:
The world's No.1 oyster sauce brand by market share. While still relatively limited in distribution within Japan, its authentic flavor, widely enjoyed throughout China, offers a strong opportunity for product differentiation.
④ Freeze-Dried Products Supported by World-Class Production Capacity
HighChem partners with one of China's largest freeze-dried food production networks, backed by abundant raw material resources and large-scale manufacturing facilities. In addition to exceptional supply capacity, HighChem ensures rigorous quality control, enabling the stable supply of safe, high-quality freeze-dried products.
HighChem's Strength: Adapting Chinese Food Ingredients for the Japanese Market
HighChem is more than a food ingredient trading company. As a bridge connecting the Japanese and Chinese food industries, the company provides the following solutions:
- Regulatory Compliance: Providing guidance to manufacturing partners to ensure compliance with Japanese food labeling requirements and import regulations.
- Customization for the Japanese Market: Improving formulations and strengthening quality control to meet Japanese market standards and customer expectations.
- Joint Development Support: Supporting collaborative product development between Japanese and Chinese companies by overcoming language, cultural, and technical barriers.
About HighChem Company Limited
Combining the agility of a trading company with the technical capabilities of a manufacturer, HighChem operates as a bridge between the Japanese and Chinese industries. While rooted in the chemical sector, the company has expanded into food, life sciences, and next-generation energy businesses, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.
- Company Name: HighChem Company Limited
Head Office: 11F Tokyo Toranomon Global Square, 1-3-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
President and Representative Director: Yuichi Taka
Business Overview: Import/export and sales of chemical products, contract manufacturing, technology licensing, catalyst production and sales, biodegradable materials sales, etc.
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Media inquiries regarding this release
- ＜HighChem Company Limited Public Relations office＞
- Ms. Kuroiwa (+81-90-6539-4213) TEL: +81-3-5251-8580 E-mail: koho@highchem.co.jp
Related Products
This page contains product information for oat-related products handled by HighChem. Please feel free to contact us for detailed specifications, delivery times, and price quotes.
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