J&K Ingredients LLC

J&K Ingredients LLC is a food ingredients company founded in 1899, with its headquarters located in Paterson, New Jersey. The company was acquired by funds advised by SK Capital Partners in November 2023 from CORE Industrial Partners. Business/Product Breakdown J&K Ingredients LLC manufactures and supplies natural, organic, and clean label ingredients primarily for the bakery, food and beverage, and pet food sectors, with a focus on food preservation solutions. The company offers products such as natural mold inhibitors including Bred-Mate for bakery shelf life extension, SOR-Mate as a clean label alternative to potassium sorbate for applications in bakery, beverages, snacks, dairy, and pet food, and other specialty items like egg and milk replacements, emulsions, flavors, and bread bases. These ingredients are produced at three facilities in Paterson, New Jersey, and hold certifications including FDA, Halal, Kosher, FSSC 22000, and organic. The company provides technical formulation support, product development, customization, and consulting services to food and beverage manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and smaller operators, addressing factors such as shelf life, quality, texture, and compliance requirements.