Daesang Expands Global Footprint with Next-Gen Ingredient Innovations at IFT FIRST 2026 — Daesang Corporation

Event summary

Daesang showcased its Dsavory® fermented flavor enhancer lineup, designed for clean-label and low-sodium applications, at IFT FIRST 2026 in Chicago from July 13-15.
The company introduced Sweevero™, an integrated alternative sweetener brand leveraging allulose and stevia, tailored to global demand for low-sugar foods.
Daesang unveiled Capsulaid™, a next-generation encapsulation solution that maintains low viscosity and enhances storage stability in powdered ingredients.
IFT FIRST 2026 drew over 15,500 industry buyers from more than 80 countries.

The big picture

Daesang is positioning itself as more than a raw material supplier, aiming to be a strategic partner for customized formulations. The company's focus on health and sustainability aligns with global food trends, particularly the demand for low-sodium, vegan, and clean-label products. With manufacturing subsidiaries across key markets, Daesang is well-placed to capitalize on the growing interest in functional ingredients.

What we're watching

Market Expansion Strategy: How Daesang's focus on the U.S. market as a strategic hub will impact its global ingredient competitiveness.
Product Differentiation: Whether Daesang can sustain its edge in clean-label and low-sodium solutions amid increasing competition.
Regulatory Compliance: The pace at which Daesang's FEMA GRAS-certified products will gain traction in international markets.