PMP Fermentation Products, Inc.

Established January 1, 1985, PMP Fermentation Products, Inc. manufactures a variety of high quality, non-toxic chemicals and food ingredients. PMP is the largest U.S. manufacturer of sodium gluconate. We employ a state- of-the-art continuous-closed system process which assures a very high degree of product quality and purity. In 1994, PMP achieved ISO 9000 certification in the manufacture of technical and food grade gluconates.

PMP is a subsidiary of Fujisawa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. located in Osaka, Japan. Fujisawa is one of the largest pharmaceutical manufacturers in Japan marketing a variety of human health care products, diagnostic reagents and instruments, chemical products and animal health products.

Fujisawa conducts all the business activities under the following corporate mission. Fujisawa contributes to healthier, more prosperous lives for people around the world by exploring the frontiers of human health and disease.

PMP shares Fujisawa's mission, to help improve health throughout the world. Our products contribute to a more healthful life for millions of people through food safety and preservation, nutrition fortification, and as a source for environmentally friendly chemicals.

The major objective of PMP Fermentation Products, Inc. is to manufacture products which consistently meet our customers' expectations of quality and service. This objective can only be achieved through a continued commitment to the customer, employee, shareholder and community. Employees of PMP also share in this commitment to excellence through their dedication and service to the organization.