
Product Benefits
- Thermoreversible Gel: Curdlan forms a gel when heated and can revert to a liquid upon cooling, allowing for versatile food applications.
- Stability: It provides excellent stability in acidic and high-temperature conditions, making it suitable for a wide range of formulations.
- Natural and Clean Label: As a fermentation-derived product, it aligns with consumer demand for natural ingredients.
- Low Calorie: Curdlan is low in calories, making it suitable for health-conscious formulations.
- Textural Improvement: It enhances the mouthfeel and texture of food products, contributing to a desirable eating experience.
Product Applications
- Meat Alternatives: Used in plant-based meats to improve texture and mimic the mouthfeel of animal proteins.
- Dairy Products: Common in dairy alternatives, providing a creamy texture and stability in products like yogurt and cheese.
- Sauces and Dressings: Acts as a thickening agent and stabilizer, preventing separation in sauces and dressings.
- Frozen Foods: Helps maintain texture and prevent ice crystal formation in frozen desserts and ready-to-eat meals.
- Bakery Products: Used to improve moisture retention and texture in baked goods.
- Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a stabilizer and thickener in various medicinal formulations.

