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Specialty Products

June 30, 2017 by

Specialty Products

  • Trehalose
  • EpiCor®
  • Betapower®
  • Corowise®

Trehalose

Trehalose offers a unique functionality in a wide range of beverage and food applications. While the benefits are vast, it is most well regarded for its efficacy in extending the quality and freshness of a product during its intended shelf life. Developed in Japan, this naturally occurring, multi-functional disaccharide is held to the highest of quality standards and has a proven safety history in consumable products.

Characteristics of Trehalose
  • Flavor Enhancer
  • Super Humectant
  • Double-Action Masking
  • Robust Bio-Protectant
  • Non-Browning
Benefits
  • Approved as Non-GMO, Kosher, and Halal
  • Global approval for use in food, including GRAS status in US
  • Compatible with other ingredients
  • Can be added to existing formulations for performance benefits
  • Easy-to-use free-flowing powder with high solubility and rapid dispersion
  • One ingredient with multiple benefits: enhances flavors, retains moisture, increases stability
Applications
  • Bakery – Improved appearance, freshness, stability
  • Beverage – masking off-notes
  • Crackers and Snacks – unique, crunch and crispy textures
  • Desserts - Smoother mouth-feel and enhanced fruit flavor
  • Frozen foods
  • Processed meats/frozen foods – sodium reduction
  • Asian specialty – maintains moisture levels and improves texture

EpiCor® Postbiotics

EpiCor® postbiotic is an inanimate, pH and heat stable ingredient offering formulation flexibility and scientific support for immune and gut health.

Made through a natural fermentation process, EpiCor® postbiotic supports a healthy gut microbiome which, as ongoing research suggests, helps to support a healthy immune system. It's rich with metabolites and when taken daily acts like a vitamin for your immune system.™

Natural Betaine - BetaPower®

BetaPower® Natural Betaine is a natural nutrient for athletic strength and performance and is an ideal ingredient for various sports nutrition formulations including supplements and beverages. Derived from the molasses of sugar beets, BetaPower® is minimum 99% purity betaine anhydrous and produced according to high quality standards.

BetaPower® is targeted to both heavy trainers and athletes, as well as any active person interested in improving sports performance. Additionally, betaine protects against dehydration, reduces cardiovascular disease and can improve liver and kidney function.

CoroWise® Plant Sterols

The CoroWise® products are derived from all-natural plant sources and are formulated for use in food, beverages, and dietary supplements. Based on data from scores of trials conducted on the use of plant sterols in the diet, a daily intake of at least 1.3 grams of plant sterols esters (or 0.8 grams of free plant sterols) as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol is recommended to provide significant cholesterol lowering benefits.

For more information, please contact us and we’ll put you in touch with an account manager in your area.

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  • Oils & Shortenings
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  • Antimicrobials
  • Antioxidants
  • Chocolate
  • Cocoa Powder
  • Emulsifiers & Enzymes
  • Gums & Systems
  • Lecithin
  • Fibers
  • Speciality Proteins
  • Specialty Products
  • Sweeteners
  • Oils & Shortenings
  • Starches

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  • Bakery & Tortillas
  • Beverage Applications
  • Confectionery
  • Dairy
  • Frozen Foods
  • Nutraceuticals
  • Pet Food
  • Ready To Eat
  • Snacks
  • Spreads, Salsas & Dressings

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