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A&B Ingredients Adds Natural Shelf-Life Extender
November 19, 2013
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FAIRFIELD, N.J.A&B Ingredients announces the addition of the natural shelf-life extender CytoGuard Stat-HA to its line of natural food ingredients. Manufactured from a blend of natural flavors, CytoGuard Stat-HA increases shelf life through microbial suppression.
CytoGuard Stat-HA is a proprietary blend of CytoGuard Stat-NTMlignin fractions containing actives from carbonyl compounds, organic acids and residual phenolicsand vinegar. The result is a mild flavored product for prepared meat products and dressings that can be used in ingredients.
CytoGuard Stat-HA works as a natural means of extending shelf life," said Gil Bakal, A&B Ingredients managing director. And, it has been tested in a variety of applications, including meat, poultry, seafood, dairy and non-dairy items such as dips/dressings, refrigerated salads, as well as vegetable-based food products."
CytoGuard Stat-HA can take the place of water when incorporated into products. According to A&B Ingredients, the most typical use level is 2% of the finished product. CytoGuard Stat-HA can improve shelf life of all-natural products by 30% to 50%, according to the company.
CytoGuard Stat-NTM benefits include:
Clean labelcan be labeled as Natural Flavors" or Flavoring"
Water-soluble liquid with activity over a wide pH range
GRAS and approved for use in USDA and FDA regulated food products
Effective against a wide range of bacteria, including yeast and molds
Cost effective
Allergen and GMO-freecontains no dairy derivatives
Easily adapts to multiple product formulations
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