Alto Ingredients (NASDAQ:ALTO) (NASDAQ: ALTO) is a diversified producer of low-carbon alcohols, specialty ingredients and high-value co-products. Formerly known as Pacific Ethanol, the company rebranded in mid-2021 to reflect its expanded portfolio beyond fuel-grade ethanol to include isopropanol, distilled spirits and other specialty alcohols. Headquartered in Sacramento, California, Alto Ingredients operates a network of production facilities across the United States and serves a broad array of industrial, agricultural and consumer markets.
The company’s core business activities center on the fermentation and distillation of renewable feedstocks such as corn and other grains. Its fuel-grade ethanol plants supply major oil companies and fuel blenders on the West Coast and in the Midwest, while its specialty alcohol operations produce isopropyl alcohol for personal care, sanitation and pharmaceutical applications. In addition, Alto Ingredients markets dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) and other nutrient-rich co-products to livestock and poultry producers.
Alto Ingredients maintains production facilities in California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Illinois, providing geographic diversification that helps mitigate regional supply and demand fluctuations. The company leverages proprietary process technologies and quality-assurance protocols to deliver consistent product performance. Alto’s logistics network includes rail, truck and barge shipping options, enabling efficient distribution to domestic customers and select export markets in Asia and Latin America.
The organization is led by a seasoned management team with deep expertise in renewable fuels, specialty chemicals and regulatory compliance. Senior executives oversee operations, research and development, sales and sustainability initiatives designed to advance the company’s low-carbon footprint. Through ongoing capital investments and strategic partnerships, Alto Ingredients continues to expand its product offerings and strengthen its position in the evolving bio-ingredients industry.
