ADM and Matsutani Mark 20 Years of Partnership and Innovation

The companies commemorate two decades of their joint venture while advancing prebiotic dietary fiber innovation with Fibersol®.

CHICAGO—ADM (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in innovative solutions from nature, and Matsutani Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. with Matsutani America, Inc. (collectively, Matsutani), celebrate 20 years of innovation through their ADM/Matsutani LLC joint venture. The partnership officially launched in 2006, after nearly a decade of collaboration on the production of Matsutani's soluble prebiotic dietary fiber, Fibersol®.

"Our partnership with Matsutani has always been grounded in a shared commitment to advancing innovation through science," said Mark Lotsch, Global President, Health & Wellness at ADM. "Celebrating 20 years together is an opportunity to reflect on what can be achieved through long-term collaboration. We've combined our complementary strengths to help bring clinically supported fiber solutions to customers around the world, and we remain focused on delivering meaningful solutions for both manufacturers and consumers."

Over the past 20 years, ADM and Matsutani have expanded the global reach of Fibersol®. Combining Matsutani's technical and scientific expertise with ADM's manufacturing and global supply capabilities, Fibersol® has become a widely used functional ingredient among formulators around the world. The partnership has been key to continued global development of functional foods, beverages and dietary supplements.

"Our long history with ADM has enabled us to bring Fibersol® to more customers while advancing the science behind its benefits," said Yoshinobu Matsutani, Vice Chairman, Matsutani Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. "ADM's global manufacturing, commercial capabilities, and vast team of formulation experts complement our scientific knowledge, all of which has contributed to the worldwide success of Fibersol® and the continued development of next-generation dietary fiber solutions."

Award-Winning Innovation
Recognized for its versatility and clinical research supporting its functional benefits, Fibersol® was named the "Best Functional Ingredient of the Decade" by the Gulfood Manufacturing Industry Excellence Awards in 2024. It has been praised for both its clinically supported benefits and formulation versatility. Its high solubility, clarity, low viscosity and stability across a wide range of temperatures and pH levels make it easy to incorporate into foods, beverages and dietary supplements without compromising product quality.

Backed by over 30 years of research, Fibersol® has demonstrated benefits spanning several areas of support. Clinical studies have shown that Fibersol® promotes the growth of gut microbes positively associated with health.^1,2,3 At 3.75 grams per serving (for a total of 15g per day over three weeks), Fibersol® may help nourish the intestinal flora and support a healthy intestinal tract environment.^2,3

It is also well-tolerated at up to 68 grams per day⁴, supporting consumer demand for greater daily fiber inclusion. This demand is fueled in part by trends such as "fibermaxxing," which focuses on higher fiber intake to support gut health, weight management, blood sugar control and overall wellness. In addition to gut health, in one clinical study, Fibersol® was associated with an increase in appetite-regulating hormone GLP-1 as part of a normal physiological response in healthy individuals when consumed at 10 grams with a meal.⁵ Plus, at doses of 4-6 grams per meal, Fibersol® may help support healthy post-meal blood sugar responses in healthy individuals.⁶

"Innovation only matters when it helps solve real challenges for customers," said Lotsch. "Fibersol® has earned the trust of formulators around the world because it delivers both functional performance and consumer-relevant benefits. Together with Matsutani, we're focused on building a legacy through continued investment in science and ingredient innovation."

The Future of Fiber
As consumer interest in digestive health and functional nutrition continues to grow, ADM and Matsutani remain committed to advancing the next generation of prebiotic dietary fiber solutions. Ongoing innovations, including tapioca-based dietary fiber, are designed to provide manufacturers with additional clean-label formulation options while maintaining the science-backed approach that has defined the partnership for the past two decades.

Learn more about the history, science and partnership behind Fibersol® here.

¹Ukhanova, M. (2012). Clin Microbial Infect, 18(Suppl. 4), 62-66 
²Burns, A. (2018) Nutrition Research, 60, 33-42
³Mai, V., et al. (2022) Nutrients. 14(11):2192
⁴Kishimoto, Y., et al. (2013) J. Nutr. Sci. Vitaminol (Tokyo) 59(4):352-7
⁵Ye, Z. (2015). Nutritional Research, 35, 393-400
⁶Livesey, G. (2009). Am. J. Clin Nutr., 89, 114-125

About ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're an essential global agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. We're a premier human and animal nutrition provider, offering one of the industry's broadest portfolios of ingredients and solutions from nature. We're a trailblazer in health and well-being, with an industry-leading range of products for consumers looking for new ways to live healthier lives. We're a cutting-edge innovator, guiding the way to a future of new bio-based consumer and industrial solutions. And we're leading in business-driven sustainability efforts that support a strong agricultural sector, resilient supply chains, and a vast and growing bioeconomy. Around the globe, our expertise and innovation are meeting critical needs from harvest to home. Learn more at www.adm.com.

About Matsutani Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
Since its founding in 1919, Matsutani Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has been dedicated to exploring and advancing the possibilities of starch. Our journey began with industrial products like laundry starch, but as markets evolved, we pioneered starch solutions for packaged foods, meeting the growing demand for convenience and quality. As global health consciousness increased, especially since 2000, our focus broadened to include innovative products such as Fibersol resistant maltodextrin and Astraea allulose rare sugars—demonstrating that the potential of starch continues to expand in new directions. Innovation is driven by listening to our customers and transforming market needs into reality. We are committed to rigorous research and development, ensuring our products deliver trusted performance and meet diverse application requirements. Above all, our unwavering dedication to quality and a secure supply of raw materials enables our customers worldwide to use our products with confidence. We believe that by fostering close partnerships and maintaining high standards, we advance the frontier of starch development and set new benchmarks for the industry. Learn more at https://www.matsutani.co.jp/english/.

 

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