Microencapsulation system for stability of probiotics in gummy vitamins
Advanced microencapsulation using food-grade biopolymers enhances the stability and viability of live probiotics in gummy vitamins, protecting them from heat, oxidation, and moisture. This scalable solution aligns with clean-label trends and regulatory requirements.
Overview
The proposed microencapsulation system offers an innovative solution to improve the stability and viability of live probiotics within gummy vitamin products. By utilizing food-grade biopolymers, this system creates a semi-permeable barrier that shields probiotics from environmental stressors such as heat, oxidative degradation, and moisture changes. This approach not only preserves the functional integrity of probiotics but also aligns with clean-label trends by employing biodegradable and food-safe materials. The encapsulation system is designed to be seamlessly integrated into existing manufacturing processes, ensuring both efficacy and sustainability.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Utilizes food-grade biopolymers with natural film-forming properties
- Enhances resistance of probiotics to processing stresses like heat and shear
- Provides protection against oxidative degradation and moisture fluctuations
- Compatible with clean-label requirements and regulatory standards
- Scalable process using commercially available equipment
The microencapsulation technique involves coating probiotic cells with biopolymers, forming a protective layer that maintains cell viability and activity within gummy matrices. This protective mechanism is crucial for maintaining the probiotic's health benefits throughout the product's shelf life.
Technology readiness level
This technology is currently at TRL 2, with a structured development plan involving formulation optimization, stability testing, and scale-up readiness. The initial phases focus on developing and testing the encapsulation matrix's effectiveness under real and simulated manufacturing conditions.
About B.nano Soluções Tecnológicas LTDA
B.nano Soluções Tecnológicas LTDA is an agricultural technology company specialized in micro and nanotecnology solutions for the agribusiness sector. The company develops high-performance, sustainable nanoformulations, including biostimulants, herbicides, insecticides, acaricides, and fungicides. Their proprietary platform utilizes biodegradable polymeric matrices to encapsulate active ingredients, allowing for controlled release and localized application. By leveraging this nanotechnology, B.nano aims to enhance the efficacy of agricultural inputs while significantly reducing the concentration of chemical agents and minimizing environmental impact. The company operates research laboratories equipped for P&D, characterization, and analytical services in micro and nanotecnology, providing co-development services to assist industry partners in accelerating product innovation.
These solutions are designed to address critical challenges in modern agriculture, such as the need for more efficient pest management and increased crop productivity through sustainable practices. By transforming industrial residues, such as lignin, into innovative agricultural products, B.nano supports the principles of a circular economy. The company's technology has demonstrated potential in field tests, showing increased productivity and efficacy compared to conventional market alternatives. B.nano serves as a research-intensive startup, having received significant funding from the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) to advance its technological developments and field validation. Its founders, recognized for their research contributions, maintain strong links with academic institutions, facilitating the transfer and commercialization of advanced agricultural technologies.
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