Product Name | Inulin |
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Botanical source | Helianthus tuberosus L |
Part Used | Tuber |
Appearance | White to off white powder |
Assay | ≥90% |
CAS Number | 9005-80-5 |
Key Benefits | 🌿 Prebiotic Activity |
Solubility | Water soluble |
Main Applications | 1. Functional Foods & Beverages |
Botanical Source: Helianthus tuberosus L.
Part Used: Tuber
Form: White to off-white powder
Purity: ≥90% inulin | Batch Assay: 90.48%
CAS Number: 9005-80-5
Inulin is a natural fructan-type polysaccharide that functions as a soluble dietary fiber and prebiotic. Derived from Jerusalem artichoke, it supports gut microbiota, improves digestive health, and contributes to fat and sugar replacement in functional foods.
Parameter | Specification | Result |
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Appearance | White to off-white powder | Conforms |
Taste & Odor | Slightly sweet, odorless | Conforms |
Inulin Content | ≥90.0% | 90.48% |
Mono & Disaccharides (Fructose + Glucose + Sucrose) | ≤10.0% | 9.52% |
pH (10% solution) | 5.0–7.0 | 6.1 |
Moisture (Loss on Drying) | ≤4.5% | 3.27% |
Ash | ≤0.2% | 0.12% |
Heavy Metals (As, Pb, Hg, Cd) | Within safe limits | Conforms |
Microbial Safety | TPC ≤1,000 CFU/g, Yeast & Mold ≤50 CFU/g | Passed |
Pathogens (E. coli, Salmonella, S. aureus) | Negative | Conforms |
Solvent | Solubility |
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Water (cold) | Highly soluble (forms viscous solution) |
Ethanol | Insoluble |
Oil | Insoluble |
✅ Ideal for functional beverages, dietary powders, bakery & dairy products
🌿 Prebiotic Activity – Feeds beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacteria
🧠 Gut-Brain Support – Enhances SCFA production for mood and cognition
⚖️ Blood Sugar Modulation – Slows glucose absorption, supports glycemic control
💪 Fiber Fortification – Increases daily fiber intake without altering flavor
🍽 Fat/Sugar Replacement – Adds bulk and texture in low-calorie formulations
✅ Function: Prebiotic fiber, sugar/fat substitute, texture enhancer
✅ Applications:
Energy bars, cereals, granola
Fiber-enriched snacks and baked goods
Ready-to-drink prebiotic beverages
✅ Dosage: 3–10 g/serving
💡 Adds creamy texture, improves mouthfeel, and stabilizes emulsions.
✅ Function: Digestive health, microbiota balance, weight management
✅ Applications:
Capsule or tablet blends with probiotics
Synbiotic formulas (with Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium)
Soluble powders for smoothies or shakes
✅ Dosage: 1–5 g/day
💡 Increases SCFA production, improves regularity, and supports immunity.
✅ Function: Gentle prebiotic, microbiota nurturing
✅ Applications:
Follow-on formulas and toddler drinks
Fiber-rich baby cereals
✅ Dosage: As per national standards (typically 1–3 g/day)
💡 Mimics oligosaccharides in breast milk for gut flora development.
✅ Function: Fat replacer, sugar reducer, texture modifier
✅ Applications:
Keto baked goods, low-carb desserts
Dairy-free creamers, sugar-free spreads
✅ Dosage: 3–8% of product weight
💡 Enhances mouthfeel and satiety without increasing caloric load.
✅ Function: Skin microbiome balancing, moisture retention
✅ Applications:
Topical prebiotic lotions, creams
Scalp care, sensitive skin formulas
✅ Dosage: 0.5–3% in formulation
💡 Supports barrier function and skin flora resilience.
Industry | Application | Recommended Use |
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Functional Foods | Fiber-enriched bakery, cereals, snacks | 2–10 g/day |
Beverages | Gut-health drinks, RTD fiber waters | 1–5 g/serving |
Nutraceuticals | Prebiotic capsules, synbiotic formulas | 500–2000 mg/day |
Dairy & Yogurt | Texture improvement & prebiotic claims | 1–5% |
Low-Fat Products | Fat replacement (mouthfeel) | 3–10% |
Infant Formula | Gentle prebiotic fiber | Regulated (follow national standards) |
🌱 Raw Material Selection
Jerusalem Artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) tubers
🧼 Washing & Cleaning
Removal of dirt and impurities
🧪 Extraction
Hot water extraction of inulin fibers from tubers
🌀 Filtration & Concentration
Purification of extract to concentrate inulin
💨 Spray Drying / Crystallization
Conversion into fine, free-flowing powder
🔍 Quality Control
HPLC, moisture, ash, microbiology, heavy metals
📦 Packaging
Packed into 25kg food-grade kraft bags with PE liners
✅ ≥90% High-Purity Inulin, from Helianthus tuberosus (non-GMO)
📈 Excellent water solubility & stability in food systems
🧪 Heavy metal & microbial compliant with international safety standards
🌍 Suitable for vegan, gluten-free, low-carb, and clean-label products
📦 Bulk packaging: 25kg triple-layer kraft bags, shelf life: 3 years
High consumer demand for digestive health, fiber, and low-GI ingredients
Functional in gut health, weight management, and immunity sectors
Soluble in water, neutral taste, heat-stable – suitable for beverages, snacks, supplements, dairy, infant food
Non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, and recognized as natural dietary fiber
Clean-label, supports “no added sugar”, “low-carb”, “prebiotic” claims
Replaces fat and sugar while adding nutritional functionality
Enhances texture, bulking, and shelf life
Chibio Biotech ensures:
High-purity (≥90%) inulin with full documentation (COA, TDS, MSDS)
Consistent quality and microbiological safety
GMP & ISO-certified manufacturing
📩 Enhance your gut-health or fiber-fortified products with natural inulin today!
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