Based in Mannheim, Germany, BENEO-Palatinit was founded in 1979 and is part of the Functional Food Group BENEO. The Group, formed in autumn 2007, also includes BENEO-Orafti, producer of functional ingredients from chicory roots as well as BENEO-Remy, producer of rice-based ingredients. It is part of the SÜDZUCKER AG - Europe's largest sugar producer. The BENEO product portfolio consists of naturally derived and functional ingredients with nutritional and technical advantages. Under the motto "Connecting nutrition and health", the group helps to improve the health, taste, texture and nutritional value of a product. Through a unique chain of expertise, including the BENEO-Institute, BENEO actively supports industry partners in the development of more balanced and healthy food products.