Schouten Food

About

Schouten Food is a manufacturer specializing in plant-based meat substitutes and plant-based proteins, based in Giessen, Netherlands.

Schouten Food develops, produces, and packages plant-based products for clients, with a focus on tailor-made solutions and in-house product development.

Categories & manufacturing capabilities

• Product categories: vegan sausages; burgers; snacks; meat substitutes for salads, meals, and fast food
• Formats / capabilities: existing products; custom packaging; entirely new developments
• Manufacturing scope: full-service development, production, and packaging tailored to client needs
• Locations / facilities: production facilities in the Netherlands and India
• Collaboration model: private label and co-manufacturing options

Production & operational capabilities

• Core offering: full-service development, production, and packaging
• R&D: three specialized R&D teams supporting product innovation and responsiveness to market requests
• Customization: 100% tailor-made solutions with flexible options for existing products, packaging, or new developments

Quality, compliance & regulatory positioning

• Regulatory alignment: compliance with country-specific and sales channel regulations
• Certifications: no specific certifications are listed
• Quality control: dedicated Quality department monitoring raw materials, processes, and end products
• Traceability & safety: full traceability and safety protocols aligned with EU food safety requirements

Customization & collaboration model

• Private label / co-manufacturing: available as a collaboration option for clients to integrate Schouten products or co-develop

Ideal buyer fit

• Segments served: European retailers; brand manufacturers for snacks, salads, meals; global fast food chains; industrial, intermediate, and institutional buyers