Tianfeng Securities·2025-07-02 13:43Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" (maintained rating) [6] Core Viewpoints - The approval of D-Allulose as a new food ingredient in China marks its official application license, indicating significant market potential as a low-calorie sweetener with health benefits [1][2] - The global D-Allulose market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 33.26% from 2019 to 2023, with an expected market size of USD 545 million by 2030 [1] - Companies with relevant production capacity and technology are expected to benefit from the industry boom, with key recommendations including Bailong Chuangyuan, Baolingbao, and COFCO Technology [3] Summary by Sections Section 1: Industry Overview - D-Allulose is a natural low-calorie sweetener found in various plants, with a sweetness level of 70% compared to sucrose and only one-tenth of its calories [1] - The substance has been recognized for its health benefits, including vascular health and blood sugar regulation [1] Section 2: Production and Companies - COFCO Technology is the first and only company in China to produce D-Allulose using enzyme technology, having developed a proprietary enzyme for its production [2] - Bailong Chuangyuan has achieved over RMB 156 million in revenue from D-Allulose, with plans for significant capacity expansion in Thailand [3] - Baolingbao has been involved in D-Allulose research for nearly a decade and is expanding its production capacity to 30,000 tons by 2026 [3] Section 3: Investment Recommendations - The report recommends buying shares of Bailong Chuangyuan, Baolingbao, and COFCO Technology due to their established market positions and expansion plans [3][5]