Since 199301
30 years of expertise in pellet binder manufacturing
Hanpel has built practical manufacturing knowledge through long-term feed binder production and buyer support.
Pellet Binder
BINDER Solutions for Better Feed Production
Hanpel develops practical binder solutions for feed manufacturers that need pellet quality, stable production, and clear trial support.
Why Hanpel
Built for Feed Mills That Need Practical Results
Since 1993, Hanpel has supplied binder and ingredient solutions backed by production trials, quality checks, and stable B2B handling.
Export Supply02
Supplying customers across Europe and Asia
The company supports international feed manufacturers with export handling, documentation, and product consultation.
Korean Market03
Korea's leading pellet binder manufacturer
Hanpel brings a strong Korean market position to global buyers looking for proven pellet binder sourcing.
Binder Comparison
How BERDA Compares to Other Pellet Binders
Feed mills typically choose between gelatin-based binders, urea formaldehyde, lignosulfonate, and sepiolite. The table below compares them on inclusion level, nutritional contribution, and composition.
| BERDA N (gelatin-based) | Urea formaldehyde | Lignosulfonate | Sepiolite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical inclusion level | 0.3–0.5% | 0.5–1.0% | 1.0–2.0% | 1.0–2.0% |
| Nutritional level | High | None | Low | Indirect |
| Protein content | >60% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Fiber content | 0% | 0% | 75% | 0% |
| Ash content | 5% | 0% | 16% | 100% |
| Natural ingredient | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
* Composition figures from Hanpel product documentation. A low inclusion level with high protein content makes BERDA N suited to energy- and protein-concentrated feeds such as dairy cattle feed, pet food, broiler, turkey, and piglet feed.
Trial Data
Performance Signals from Feed-Mill Trials
BERDA trial materials summarize results across poultry, cattle, pig, and aqua feed. Public content is intentionally condensed for buyer screening.
Poultry Feed
PDI improved from 96.6% control average to 97.9% with BERDA in a 2023 pellet trial.
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Cattle Feed
GUMMY maintained stronger hardness and PDI results across multiple cattle pellet trials.
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Pig Feed
A crumble trial showed more than 27% hardness increase with expected productivity improvement.
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Aqua Feed
Fines generated during aqua feed production fell from 13% to 6% with BERDA, with a clear economic benefit.
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Shrimp Feed
In a 2023 water-stability study, BERDA-treated feed held its nutrients in 26-28°C water better than control.
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Certifications, Patents & Trademark Filings
Quality Management System
ISO 9001:2015
Micronized Gelatin Binding Process
Patent No. 10-0209061
Advanced Coconut Powder Manufacturing System
Patent No. 10-1950647
Advanced Feed Binder Manufacturing System
Patent No. 10-2332900
Chungcheongnam-do Provincial Approval
Gelatin Feed Usage Approval
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Application
Global Brand Protection
International Trademark Application in Progress
FAQ
Pellet Binder Questions, Answered
Why do feed mills use a pellet binder?
A pellet binder holds compressed feed together so pellets keep their hardness, durability (PDI), and shape through production, transport, and storage. Good binding reduces fines and dust, protects nutrient delivery, and — in aqua feed — keeps pellets stable in water. HANPEL's production trials have measured higher hardness and PDI and fewer fines when a binder such as BERDA is included.
What is BERDA?
BERDA is a gelatin-based nutritional pellet binder manufactured by HANPEL TECH CO., LTD in Korea. It contains more than 60% protein and works at a low inclusion level of about 0.3–0.5% of the feed, which makes it well suited to energy- and protein-concentrated feeds such as dairy cattle feed, pet food, broiler, turkey, and piglet feed.
What is GUMMY?
GUMMY is HANPEL's 100% plant-based pellet binder. It blends plant ingredients with strong binding performance — such as karaya gum, guar gum, corn starch, CMC, and active gluten — and is recommended for product lines that must stay free of animal-derived proteins, including ruminant feed mills that avoid animal protein.
Why does binder particle size matter?
Finely ground binder particles have a larger reactive surface area, absorb moisture better during conditioning, and therefore increase pellet durability. Grinding gelatin finely is technically difficult because of its hardness and viscosity; HANPEL uses its patented process to mill gelatin below 100 mesh for BERDA.
How do I choose the right pellet binder for my feed mill?
There is no single answer — die size, conditioning temperature, steam quality, formula (fat, starch, protein sources), and even operator practices change the result. HANPEL supports buyers with trial samples and inclusion-level guidance, and recommends sealed-storage testing of PDI and hardness for 5–10 days under the same production conditions.