Inulin
- INCI:
- Inulin
- Also known as:
- Inulin · Fructan · Prebiotic fiber · Polyfructose
Storage polysaccharide made up of fructose units, extracted mainly from chicory or agave root. It is used as a prebiotic-type fiber in supplements and animal nutrition, and in cosmetics as a skin conditioner in natural-trend skin care formulations.
Functions
Typical applications
- Powder and capsule supplements
- Animal nutrition
- Cosmetic creams and lotions
- Natural-trend personal care products
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Calcium Citrate
Calcium salt of citric acid used as a source of calcium and as a mineral stabilizer and acidity regulator. It is used in supplements, fortified foods and pharmaceutical and veterinary preparations, and in cosmetics as a buffering agent, in line with applicable regulations. It is an alternative to other calcium salts when a mineral supply is sought in solid or liquid formulations.
Calcium Lactate
Calcium Lactate
Calcium salt of lactic acid used as a source of calcium and as an acidity regulator. It is used in supplements, fortified foods and beverages, pharmaceutical and veterinary preparations and, in cosmetics, as a buffering agent, in line with applicable regulations.
Chondroitin Sulfate
Chondroitin Sulfate
Glycosaminoglycan naturally present in connective tissue and cartilage, generally obtained from animal sources. It is used in supplements formulated for joint care, in veterinary products and, in cosmetics, as a moisturizing ingredient, in line with applicable regulations.
Coated Vitamin C
Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) with a coating layer that limits its exposure to moisture, heat and oxidation during processing and storage. It is used as a source of vitamin C and antioxidant in foods, tablets, supplements and premixes, and in powder or anhydrous cosmetic formulations.