Puratos opens its first USA bakery glaze facility
Puratos‘ flagship product, manufactured at this plant, is Sunset Glaze, a plant-based and allergen-free egg wash alternative known for its excellent shine, color, and ease of use.
USA – Puratos has officially opened its first US-based dedicated bakery glaze facility in Pennsauken, New Jersey, marking a significant milestone in expanding its footprint in the United States.
The new plant, which celebrated its grand opening on October 27, 2025, is the first in the US solely focused on bakery glaze production.
This state-of-the-art facility brings Puratos’ advanced manufacturing technology closer to its American customers, strengthening the company’s commitment to innovation, food safety, and sustainability.
The Pennsauken glaze plant is part of Puratos’ global glaze network, which already includes sites in Mexico, Belgium, and Italy.
The facility features ultra-high-temperature (UHT) processing capabilities and a versatile packaging line that supports formats ranging from 10L and 20L bag-in-box solutions to large-scale industrial packaging.
Additionally, the facility is designed with sustainability in mind, featuring a 100 percent solar roof, LED lighting, and on-site electric vehicle charging stations.
Puratos’ flagship product, manufactured at this plant, is Sunset Glaze, a plant-based and allergen-free egg wash alternative known for its excellent shine, color, and ease of use.
The local production of Sunset Glaze aims to help customers respond more quickly to market demand, reduce supply chain risks, and unlock premiumization opportunities in the competitive US bakery market.
The grand opening event was attended by distinguished guests, including US Congressman Donald Norcross, Eric Dell, President of the American Bakers Association, and local government representatives.
The ceremony included a ribbon-cutting event symbolized by a giant glazed challah bread, guided tours of the production line, live bakery automation demos, and interactive sessions showcasing Puratos’ collaborative innovation process.
Andrew Brimacombe, President of Puratos US and incoming President of Puratos North America, highlighted the strategic importance of the plant in meeting the growing demand for local, sustainable bakery glaze options in the US.
He emphasized that the new facility would help Puratos further support customers with bakery innovation and strengthen their operational capabilities.
Additionally, Puratos relocated its Northeast distribution center to a larger nearby facility to support its expanding East Coast operations.
This development follows the company’s recent investment in a new manufacturing line and distribution facility in California, signaling ongoing growth and commitment to serving the US bakery market.
Puratos’ new Sunset Glaze facility in New Jersey represents a major step in enhancing local production, sustainability, and service for bakery customers across the United States.
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