China’s food-grade alcohol market is a complex and evolving ecosystem, shaped by domestic policies, regional production capacities, and global trade dynamics. Who Produces Food-Grade Alcohol in China? Southeastern coastal provinces (Guangdong, Guangxi) rely on molasses from sugar refining operations, producing food-grade alcohol as a co-product. (Guangdong, Guangxi) rely on molasses from sugar refining operations, producing food-grade alcohol as a co-product. Opportunities for ManufacturersFor both established and emerging producers, the Chinese food-grade alcohol market presents opportunities:Innovation in purification and rectification technologies can unlock higher-margin grades.