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Case study

American Protein Snack Manufacturer

Product

Tapioca Starch

Quick Overview

Our client needed a redundant supply of the second-largest ingredient in their formula. Their goals were to preserve quality and flavor while becoming more competitive from a purchasing standpoint. After providing multiple samples from various regions, the client accepted the product from Thailand.

Specific Challenges Met

  • Tight quality standards
  • Diversified supply chain into North America
  • Global logistics
  • Competitive pricing
  • Speed at scale

Tradelink Services Used

  • The global network of suppliers
  • Logistics expertise from Thailand to USA
  • QA documentation
  • Import documentation

Desired Outcomes Achieved

  • Our customer is on an aggressive growth path and through Tradelink, they now have additional supply options as they ramp up. We were able to provide samples quickly from various parts of the world, which allowed the ownership and R&D teams to make their choice based on matched specifications as well as flavor and performance.

Quote from Sante Group staff about this project

“This is one of the most exciting brands we work with, being able to build personal relationships with their executive and operational teams has been a blast. We are proud to have secured their supply through diversification while also building friendships.”