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Fooditive Thickener

Thickening Agent

Banana Peel Upcycling: A Sustainable Solution

Our innovative process taps into thenatural thickening properties of banana peels, transforming them into ahigh-quality ingredient. By upcycling this abundant resource, wereduce food waste and contribute to a circular economy, making yourproducts not only delicious but also environmentally responsible.

Fooditive Thickener: The Clean-Label Choice

Say goodbye to artificial thickeners.

Our thickening agent is 100% natural, derived solely from banana peels. It offers a neutral taste, color, and odor, ensuring it seamlessly integrates into your formulations without compromising the flavor profile.

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The Fooditive Difference:

We believe in a food system that's good for both people and the planet. Our Thickener is a prime example of how innovation and sustainability can go hand-in-hand, creating ingredients that are both delicious and responsible.

Production Process: From Peel to Perfection

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Sourcing:

We carefully collect banana peels from food processing facilities, ensuring they are fresh and free from contaminants.

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Preparation:

The peels are thoroughly washed, sanitized, and dried to prepare them for further processing.

3

Extraction:

We employ a combination of mechanical and solvent-based techniques to extract the key thickening components – amylopectin and amylose – from the dried banana peels.

4

Purification & Formulation:

The extracted polymers are purified and then blended with food-grade surfactants to enhance stability and performance.

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Quality Assurance:

Stringent quality control measures guarantee a product that meets the highest standards for purity, safety, and functionality

Best Applictions For Your Brand Success

Sauces

Dairy alternatives

Frozen desserts & ice creams

Soups & pre-made foods

Benefits for Your Products

Natural Thickening:

Achieve the desired consistency and texture without relying on synthetic additives.

Clean Label:

Appeal to health-conscious consumers seeking natural ingredients.

Stability:

Maintains product stability, preventing separation and ensuring a consistent texture.

Versatility:

Ideal for a range of applications, including sauces, dairy alternatives, frozen desserts, and soups.

Sustainable:

Reduces food waste and promotes a circular economy.

Partnering for Impact: Fooditive & Leprino Foods

Fooditive is proud to partner with Leprino Foods, the world's largest mozzarella cheese manufacturer, to accelerate the adoption of sustainable, animal-free casein. This landmark collaboration leverages the power of Fooditive's precision fermentation technology to create a new generation of plant-based dairy products that meet the highest standards of taste, texture, and functionality.

Exclusive Global License: Leprino Foods gains exclusive     worldwide rights to produce non-animal casein using Fooditive's proprietary precision fermentation platform.

Market Leadership: Leprino Foods will lead the     commercialization of Fooditive Casein in cheese applications worldwide, and in other food applications     within North America.

Shared Vision: This partnership reflects a shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and providing consumers with delicious, ethical food choices.

Regulatory Status- Ensuring Global Regulatory Status: Making Sweetness Accessible Worldwide Standards

We're committed to making Fooditive Sweetener available to everyone, everywhere. That's why we're working diligently to secure regulatory approvals across the globe. Here's a quick snapshot of our current status:

Europe

Our novel food application with the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is currently paused due to a requirement for animal testing, a practice that Fooditive firmly stand against. We are actively exploring alternative paths to approval that align with our commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.

United States

We're thrilled to announce that Fooditive     Sweetener has been self-affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) in     the US! This means we're ready to launch in the US     market, bringing our delicious, low-calorie sweetener to     American consumers.

Other Regions

Approval is pending in various regions. For detailed information on availability in your area, please contact our team to help you further.

Stringent Quality Control: Safety &Purity Assured

Every batch of Fooditive Caseinundergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets the highest standards ofquality, safety, and functionality.

Protein Analysis

We employ advanced techniques like High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry to verify the identity, purity, and structural integrity of our casein proteins. Our analysis confirms 100% sequence homology with     native bovine casein, guaranteeing identical amino acid composition and functionality.

Microbial & ContaminantTesting

Stringent microbial testing and analysis for potential contaminants ensure the safety of our product.

Stability Studies

We conduct extensive shelf-life studies under various conditions to guarantee product stability and performance     throughout its lifecycle. Our studies show that Fooditive Casein maintains its functional properties even under challenging conditions.

Regulatory Status: Paving the Way for Global Access

We're committed to making Fooditive Casein available to the world. Here's an overview of our current regulatory progress:

Europe

While we haven't yet initiated the novel food application process with the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), we remain committed to navigating the regulatory landscape responsibly and transparently, prioritizing ethical and sustainable practices.

United States

We're excited to be actively working towards securing GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status in the US market. Stay tuned for updates on our progress!

Other Regions

We're not yet actively pursuing regulatory     approvals in other regions, but we welcome partnerships with companies interested in expanding our products to Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and Africa.

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