As demand for protein-rich foods grows, manufacturers are turning to versatile ingredients like casein proteins that offer unique nutritional and functional benefits. Casein proteins digest slowly, providing sustained amino acid release that supports muscle maintenance and satiety. Casein also helps meet market trends in muscle recovery, weight management, and high-protein diets, while offering a reliable alternative to whey amid supply challenges.
Our Excellion® Casein Protein portfolio by FrieslandCampina Ingredients includes a variety of sodium caseinate and calcium caseinate offerings for a range of applications! Let’s explore the benefits and applications of Excellion® casein protein and why Gillco is your ideal casein protein supplier.
What Is Excellion® Casein Protein?
In the United States, 40% of consumers say that protein consumption is the most important feature when they consider what they eat1. Proteins are the essential building blocks for our bones and muscles; whether for children to grow during childhood or for muscle recovery after being active.
It is important to note that all proteins are not created equal! High-quality protein contains all the essential amino acids the body needs but can't produce on its own. Casein protein is a complete protein, containing all 9 essential amino acids your body needs that are crucial for muscle growth and repair.
Casein proteins, in their native form of casein micelles, account for about 80% of the total protein found in cow’s milk.2 Whey proteins make up the other milk protein fraction (20%). However, casein and whey proteins have distinct physical-chemical properties. Most striking is the lack of a globular structure for casein proteins, explaining their high-heat stability.Casein protein is a high-quality protein, which means it contains all nine essential amino acids needed to make proteins found in the human body.3 Essential amino acids (EAAs), also known as indispensable amino acids, cannot be synthesized from metabolic intermediates by humans. These amino acids must therefore be supplied from an external diet.4
FrieslandCampina Ingredients has created an incredible line of casein proteins with both calcium caseinate and sodium caseinate options to support your food and beverage applications.
What are the Excellion® Casein Protein offerings?
Unlock the full potential of high protein with the exceptional benefits of Excellion® Caseinates.
- Excellion® Calcium Caseinate S - very heat stable, low viscous emulsifier, neutral tasting casein protein with milky/white appearance, source of Calcium. Applications include: high protein drinks, RTD, SIP & yogurts, tube feeding and bars
- Excellion® Calcium Caseinate I - easy to disperse casein protein for powder shakes. Creamy mouthfeel, neutral taste. Stable foam (shakes) and milky/white appearance, source of Calcium. Applications include: protein shakes
- Excellion® Calcium Caseinate A - free flowing, easy scoopable casein protein for food fortification. Excellent dispersibility in water, neutral taste and white/milky appearance, source of calcium. Applications include: small sachets & pouches, protein, shakes
- Excellion® EM9 - powerful emulsifier and water binder for meat and cheese applications and structure builder for high protein bars. Applications include: bars, tube feeding, processed food
- Excellion® Textpro - unique bar solution
to improve structure of high protein bars; enables softer bars during full 12 months shelf life; low lactose. Applications include: bars - Excellion® Sodium Caseinate S - very heat stable, powerful emulsifier with high solubility and neutral taste. Applications include: high protein drinks, RTD, SIP & yogurts, tube feeding, food applications as an emulsifier, stabilizer, texturizer etc.
- Excellion® Potassium Caseinate S - very heat stable, powerful emulsifier with high solubility and low sodium content (typ 0.04%). Applications include: specialties
Why use casein proteins in performance
nutrition?
For people leading active lifestyles, dairy protein is essential to aid recovery and build muscle strength. Kosher, Halal, non-GMO and easy to formulate for lactose free nutrition solutions, our Excellion® dairy casein protein range enables you to provide high quality proteins and essential amino acids in a range of formats – from bars to ready to drink shakes. They’re particularly suited to overnight protein formulations.
In sports nutrition, there are many protein sources and blends for consumers to choose from, each providing unique benefits, such as enhanced recovery, increased muscle mass and improved muscle strength. Casein protein has its own benefits; it is a high-quality protein source, with a unique digestion profile and mineral binding ability.
- Heat stability
- Nutritional Value
- Powder versatility options
- Superior sensory profile
- Sustainable value chain
- Good emulsifying and gelling properties
- Non-GMO, Kosher and halal-certified
Why Partner With Gillco for Excellion® Casein Protein
Gillco is a leading supplier of specialty ingredients with nearly 40 years of experience serving the food, beverage, and sports nutrition industries. We are proud to be a trusted distributor of Excellion® casein protein to manufacturers across North America.
When you partner with Gillco, you can expect:
- Consistent supply of premium quality product
- Flexible order quantities
- Expert technical sales support
- Comprehensive regulatory and QA documentation
- Access to formulation know-how and prototype development
- On-time delivery from multiple stocking locations
Our knowledgeable sales and support team is here to help you succeed with your casein protein initiatives. We look forward to being a dependable extension of your product development and procurement groups.
Learn More About Excellion® Casein Protein From Gillco
Interested in using Excellion casein protein in your products? Have a question about FrieslandCampina Ingredients ingredient nutrition, wholesale applications, or the supply chain?
Contact the casein protein specialists at Gillco and request a sample. We're here to help!
References:
1. Innova Trends Survey 2024
2. J Hoffman and M Falvo (2004) Protein – which is best? J Sports Sci Med., 3(3), 118-130
3. Lopez MJ, Mohiuddin SS. (2023) Biochemistry, Essential Amino Acids. StatPearls Publishing, Treasure Island (FL);. PMID: 32496725.
4. Van Vliet S, Burd NA, van Loon LJ. The Skeletal Muscle Anabolic Response to Plant- versus Animal-Based Protein Consumption. J Nutr. 2015 Sep;145(9):1981-91.