Hilmar Ingredients
Food and Beverage ManufacturingCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
Hilmar Ingredients operates as a mid-sized dairy ingredient producer within the food and beverage manufacturing sector. It functions as a division of Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc., running manufacturing facilities in California and Texas to convert whey and other dairy streams into refined ingredients. The product lineup includes whey proteins, lactose, and milk powders that are used by food and beverage manufacturers around the world. The company holds FSSC 22000 certification and complies with Global Food Safety Initiative standards, and its products are certified kosher and halal. These certifications reflect a focus on safety and international compliance. Headquartered in Hilmar, California, the business serves global customers seeking dairy-derived ingredients for both nutrition and functional use in finished products. Its whey proteins support protein enrichment and functional properties, while lactose meets needs in confectionery, infant formula, and pharmaceutical applications. Hilmar Ingredients positions itself as a supplier of specialty dairy ingredients within the broader food and beverage industry. The organization is mid-sized and operates across California and Texas with a workforce in the hundreds.