Organic approved non-chemical preservative based on C4L technology
A groundbreaking organic preservative using C4L Technology, combining plant extracts and organic acids to replace chemical preservatives in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. This non-chemical solution is already commercially available and TRL 9 certified.
Overview
The C4L Technology offers a revolutionary approach to preservation by utilizing a combination of plant extracts and organic acids to create a non-chemical preservative. This innovative solution is designed to replace traditional chemical preservatives in various industries, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. With proven efficacy against a wide range of pathogens, the C4L Technology provides a safe and organic alternative that is already commercially available and has received organic approval by CERES.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Formulation composed of plant extracts, especially secondary metabolites such as bioflavonoids, combined with organic acids.
- Effective at eliminating food pathogens, including bactericidal, fungicidal, virucidal (SARS Covid 2 type), and yeasticidal properties, achieving up to 6.5 log reductions.
- Non-chemical, heat-free suspension suitable for various applications.
- Successfully tested and used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries, with outstanding results in wound treatment products.
- Requires final percentage dilution rates and regulatory approval for use in foodstuff.
Technology readiness level
This technology has achieved Technology Readiness Level 9, indicating it is fully developed and commercially available. The product has been used successfully in the market for many years, particularly within the agricultural sector. Further development is focused on optimizing its application in the food industry and securing necessary regulatory approvals.
About The Bio Consulting (PTY) Ltd
The Bio Consulting (PTY) Ltd, operating as BioRevolution, is a South African agricultural technology company that has developed C4L, a specialized plant growth biostimulant. This organic, foliar-applied suspension concentrate is formulated with a proprietary blend of flavonoids, plant extracts, and organic acids. The company’s technology is designed to enhance crop genetic potential by improving nutrient uptake, translocation, and plant stress tolerance. Supported by extensive field trial data across diverse crops—including citrus, maize, potatoes, small grains, and kiwifruit—the product is marketed as a means to increase biomass, improve fruit size distribution, enhance yields, and support healthier plant development.
By integrating these biostimulant solutions into existing farm management practices, BioRevolution aims to provide growers with tools that increase agricultural efficiency and food quality. Their technical solutions have demonstrated measurable outcomes such as increased fruit set and retention, improved nutritional content, and better resistance to abiotic and biotic pressures. The company engages with commercial operations by providing crop-specific guidance and trial-proven spray programmes, helping producers optimize production while focusing on sustainable, organic-based inputs that prioritize environmental care.
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