Welcome to Dean
Distributors!

Dean Distributors is manufacturer of specialty food products focused on the needs of the food industry. Founded in 1952 by Ralph Schulz, we have built a reputation for manufacturing quality products with a dedication to efficiency, while exceeding the needs of our customers.

The company headquarters is located approximately  20 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Rafael, California. Our facility in San Bernardino is where our wide range of specialty food products are available.

We are very proud of our portfolio of quality, competitive products, including syrups, sauces, seasonings, dessert mixes, soup and gravy bases, sugar-free beverages, natural and organic products, and a line specifically designed for the healthcare segment of the foodservice industry. Our products are exclusively marketed through a network of nationwide distributors, as our own brands DEAN, NutriCare, Flavor-Glow and under private label.

Dean Distributors combines the values of a family-owned and operated business with state-of-the art technology to bring quality and value to our customers.

70+
Years of
Experience