Canola Protein Isolates Deemed GRAS

VANCOUVER, British ColumbiaBurcon NutraScience Corporation announced that FDA issued a no objection letter with respect to Puratein® and Supertein canola protein isolates.

This response indicates the FDA has no objection to the conclusion that Puratein® and Supertein are Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) among qualified experts for use alone or together as an ingredient in dairy products, grain products, fruit and vegetable juices and beverages, salad dressings, meal replacements, and nutritional bars.

Based on the information provided, as well as other information available to the FDA, the Agency has no questions at this time regarding the conclusion that Puratein® and Supertein are GRAS under the intended conditions of use.  As such, Puratein® and Supertein are now considered to be GRAS Notified.

 Receipt of the official response from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration paves the way for the advancement of our canola protein isolates Puratein® and Supertein.  Producers of branded food and beverage products demand quality safe ingredients," said Johann F. Tergesen, President and Chief Operating Officer, adding, To our knowledge, no other canola protein has achieved this level of regulatory recognition.  This marks a significant milestone in the development of Puratein® and Supertein canola protein isolates for use in food and beverage applications."