AHD INTERNATIONAL STEVIA EXTRACT OFFERING
SWEETENS THE DEAL

ATLANTA, Sept. 21, 2009 – In order to meet growing demand for natural sweetener extracts, AHD International has partnered with Maruzen Pharmaceutical, a raw material supplier headquartered in Tokyo and backed by more than 45 years of superior sourcing, manufacturing expertise and quality assurance testing, to bring this stevia extract to the U.S. market.  The Atlanta-based natural ingredient distributor AHD International now offers a high-quality, Japanese-sourced stevia extract for use in beverages, yogurts and other food snacks.

AHD International president John Alkire noted “We are confident moving forward with this natural sweetener that offers an appealing choice as a low-carbohydrate, no-sugar alternative.  With the FDA’s 2008 approval of stevia-based extracts for use in a variety of finished goods we feel this is the perfect time and product for the market.  Maruzen’s long-time commitment to research and bringing superior ingredients to market, when partnered with AHD International’s competitive price points, make this Japanese-sourced offering a welcome addition to North American finished good manufacturers.”

AHD’s Japanese stevia extract is standardized to 95 percent Rebaudioside A and is more than 250 times sweeter than sugar. This all-natural, low-calorie sugar substitute boasts high solubility and stability.   

About AHD International:

With our 5 warehouse distribution system affords our customers the opportunity of the maximum on-time delivery of their orders. This geographically dispersed distribution system in conjunction with our connection to the manufacturers, offers the highest quality product with the fastest available delivery time.

AHD International has been in business since 1998 and has years of experience in selecting, selling and distribution of the highest quality ingredients available. Our select distribution relationships afford AHD access to the best product in the shortest time providing our customers the best resources available.

We are strictly a bulk supplier to manufacturers – we do not sell to re-sellers or individuals. Our minimum order size is approximately 25 kilos. AHD International LLC is classified as an importer, exporter and distributor of nutritional ingredients depending on the ingredient specified. AHD has 5 warehouse locations across North America and sales agents in over 10 countries. We are the only ingredient company to be awarded the Dun and Bradstreet's fastest growing company in America twice in 1999 and 2002.

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