Tiense Suikerraffinaderij

Tiense Suikerraffinaderij, also known as Raffinerie Tirlemontoise, is a prominent Belgian sugar producer and a key subsidiary of the Südzucker Group. Beyond traditional sugar production, the company is a significant player in the life sciences sector through its manufacture of pharmaceutical-grade excipients and functional nutritional ingredients. It is a pioneer in the extraction of prebiotic fibers like inulin and oligofructose from chicory roots, which are used globally to improve digestive health and manage metabolic conditions. The company also produces Isomalt, a low-glycemic sugar replacer used extensively in pharmaceutical tablet coatings and health-conscious food products. Operating since 1836, it maintains advanced manufacturing facilities that adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards for its pharmaceutical offerings.