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About Axiom Foods

Ingredient innovation built
for real formulations

Since 2005, Axiom Foods has developed plant-based proteins and dairy alternatives and supported manufacturers with application guidance, quality documentation and global supply.” Retain only independently supportable “first” claims and link to evidence.

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David Janow
CEO & Founder
"Since 2005 I have been dedicated to maximizing the potential of whole grain brown rice as the ultimate food ingredient — one that is truly better for you."
2002
Created first rice protein feed-grade spec
2005
Founded Axiom Foods
20+
Years leading the industry
30+
Countries served
Who We Are

More than an
ingredient
company

Axiom Foods is the world’s first, largest and most innovative source of allergen-friendly whole grain brown rice (WGBR) ingredients. For more than 20 years, David Janow has helped lead the industry, working closely with food, beverage, nutraceutical and specialty food manufacturers.

Our commitment to advanced technology and rigorous quality control drives a growing portfolio of whole grain brown rice protein concentrates and isolates, sugars, sugar solids, milks, flours and starches. Every Axiom ingredient is produced through an all-natural, patented process using whole grain brown rice.

The result is dietary-inclusive ingredients that help manufacturers create “Better for You” products for a wider range of consumers. Axiom ingredients meet international standards for gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, kosher, non-GMO and free-from formulations.

Since 2005, Axiom Foods has been unlocking the potential of whole grain brown rice as a high-performance food ingredient. It began with Oryzatein® — the first and only brown rice protein of its kind — and continues today with our 2.1 generation, now tested with no measurable lead levels.

Gluten Free Vegetarian Vegan Kosher Non-GMO Verified Allergen Friendly Whole Grain Certified Non-GMO Verified Free-From
Our Mission

Dedicated to making food more inclusive
for everyone.

Axiom Foods is committed to being a leading supplier of hypoallergenic whole grain brown rice ingredients and products through outstanding research, technology, quality control and knowledge sharing.

We deliver exceptional customer service, including formulation support in partnership with our premier formulators. Our goal is to make food and nutritional products more inclusive by helping manufacturers worldwide develop products with alternative, allergen-friendly and nutritious ingredients.

Outstanding Technology
Continuous investment in proprietary, chemical-free processing technology to set new industry standards — beginning with the world's first food-grade rice protein specification.
Quality Control
Rigorous quality systems at every stage of production — from raw material sourcing to finished ingredient testing — ensuring consistency, purity, and safety for every customer.
Customer Partnership
We work alongside customers to formulate finished products with our premiere formulators — treating every relationship as a long-term partnership, not a transaction.
Our History

Two decades of pioneering plant protein.

David Janow became a recognized expert in rice protein manufacturing when he created the first feed-grade specification for rice protein in 2002 — a standard still used today. What started in animal nutrition became a mission to improve human health.

2002
The First Rice Protein Specification

David Janow creates the feed-grade specification for rice protein in animal food — the first of its kind. The specification is adopted by major pet manufacturers and recognized as the industry standard, establishing a 65% protein concentration that competitors struggled to replicate without chemical shortcuts.

Foundation
2004
The Melamine Crisis & Axiom's Integrity

While competitors resorted to adding Melamine to falsely achieve protein measurements in feed-grade products, Axiom Foods remained committed to proprietary, chemical-free processes — maintaining protein levels consistently higher than any competitor without compromise.

Integrity
2005
Axiom Foods Founded — Oryzatein® Launched

David starts Axiom Foods with a singular vision: bring the benefits of whole grain brown rice protein to human nutrition. Oryzatein® becomes the world's first food-grade, hexane-free rice protein — setting a standard no competitor had achieved. Celiac patients, vegans, lactose-intolerant consumers, and athletes all gain access to a clean, complete protein source.

Founding
2009
First Clinical Trials Published

Axiom commissions peer-reviewed clinical research on Oryzatein® — the first studies to compare rice protein head-to-head with whey for muscle protein synthesis. Results show equivalence, giving Oryzatein® the only clinical backing in the plant protein category.

Science
2013
Dairy Alternatives Expanded

Axiom launches Oryz-O-Lait™ rice milk powder and AvenOlait® oat milk powder — extending the WGBR platform into the fast-growing dairy alternatives market. Both products are produced in the USA with no growth hormones, steroids, or antibiotics.

Expansion
2018
Global Distribution Network Built

Strategic partnerships with Brenntag, Healy Group, and leading regional distributors give Axiom a commercial footprint in 30+ countries. The network supports consistent supply at scale for multinational food and beverage manufacturers.

Growth
2022
CLEAR Protein Technology Developed

Axiom introduces CLEAR Proteins — patent-pending 100% soluble rice and pea protein that dissolves as a true clear solution in water, even in acidic beverages. No gums required. A breakthrough for the booming protein water and clear RTD market.

Innovation
2025
Oryzatein® 2.1 — Zero Measurable Lead

After years of R&D, Axiom launches Oryzatein® 2.1 — the world's first plant protein to test with no measurable lead levels. The product also features a pure white color, grit-free texture, and dramatically improved solubility. A defining milestone in the history of plant protein.

Milestone