Our History

Our History

More than four decades of innovation and growth

Since 1980, Biotec S.A. has been a key player in the evolution of the Argentine food industry, marked by steady, solid, and vigorous growth. Our history is defined by milestones that reflect our commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence in service.

1980s: The Beginnings

1980

Founding of Biotec S.A.

Biotec S.A. is born, developing and producing its own line of stabilizers and emulsifiers for the dairy, meat, and jam industries.

1985

Acquisition of Enzitec S.A.

Biotec acquires Enzitec S.A., representative of "Gist Brocades" (Netherlands) in Argentina, expanding its portfolio with enzymes for the wine, juice, bakery, and pharmaceutical industries.

1989

Alliance with Kelco

Biotec is chosen as the exclusive representative of "Kelco" (USA), world leader in xanthan gum and alginates.

1990s: Expansion and Growth

1992

Representation of Wiesby

Biotec is chosen as the exclusive representative of "Wiesby" (Germany), a world leader in lactic cultures and culture media.

1993

New Plant in Pilar

Biotec builds its own production, storage, and distribution plant fully equipped with advanced technology in the district of Pilar.

1998

ISO 9001 Certification

Biotec becomes one of the first Argentine companies to obtain ISO 9001 certification through "Det Norske Veritas".

2000s: Consolidation

2003

Alliance with ISP Alignates

Biotec is chosen as the exclusive representative of "ISP Alignates" (USA).

2008

New Product Line

Understanding the needs of the Argentine and Latin American markets, Biotec launches its own line of coatings, coverings, and preservatives for cheeses.

2009

ISO 22000 Certification

Biotec becomes one of the first Argentine companies to obtain ISO 22000 for its research and development, production, technical support, and sales processes for food additives.

2010s: Recognition and Innovation

2010

Supplier of the Year Award

Biotec is recognized by Danone and La Serenísima with the "Supplier of the Year" award.

2016

New Pilot Plant

Biotec incorporates a new pilot plant for scale development of products requested by clients. The new Italian-made Roboqbo allows for greater fidelity in testing.

2018

Plant Expansion

Biotec expands its plant in Pilar, increasing production and storage capacity.


Our History

Development, formulation and production of food additives | Import of raw materials