Inulin

Inulin

Additional information

Product Name

Inulin

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
🧠 Gut-Brain Support
⚖️ Blood Sugar Modulation
💪 Fiber Fortification
🍽 Fat/Sugar Replacement

Solubility

Water soluble

Main Applications

1. Functional Foods & Beverages
2. Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements
3. Infant Formula & Pediatric Nutrition
4. Low-Calorie & Keto Products
5. Cosmetics & Personal Care (Emerging Use)

Product Details

Inulin Powder (≥90%) – Prebiotic Dietary Fiber from Helianthus tuberosus (Jerusalem Artichoke)

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


🔬 1. Product Overview

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.


📊 2. Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification Result
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

💧 3. Solubility

Solvent Solubility
Water (cold) Highly soluble (forms viscous solution)
Ethanol Insoluble
Oil Insoluble

✅ Ideal for functional beverages, dietary powders, bakery & dairy products


🌱 4. Key Functions & Health Benefits

  • 🌿 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


🧪 5. Application Fields & Recommended Use

1. Functional Foods & Beverages

  • 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.


2. Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements

  • 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.


3. Infant Formula & Pediatric Nutrition

  • 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.


4. Low-Calorie & Keto Products

  • 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.


5. Cosmetics & Personal Care (Emerging Use)

  • 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
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)

⚙️6.  Production Flowchart of Inulin (Jerusalem Artichoke Source)

  1. 🌱 Raw Material Selection
    Jerusalem Artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) tubers

  2. 🧼 Washing & Cleaning
    Removal of dirt and impurities

  3. 🧪 Extraction
    Hot water extraction of inulin fibers from tubers

  4. 🌀 Filtration & Concentration
    Purification of extract to concentrate inulin

  5. 💨 Spray Drying / Crystallization
    Conversion into fine, free-flowing powder

  6. 🔍 Quality Control
    HPLC, moisture, ash, microbiology, heavy metals

  7. 📦 Packaging
    Packed into 25kg food-grade kraft bags with PE liners


⚙️ 7. Why Choose Chibio Biotech’s Inulin?

  • ≥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

📈8. Why Use Inulin in Your Business?

💡 1. Market-Aligned Health Benefits

  • High consumer demand for digestive health, fiber, and low-GI ingredients

  • Functional in gut health, weight management, and immunity sectors

⚙️ 2. Versatile Across Product Formats

  • Soluble in water, neutral taste, heat-stable – suitable for beverages, snacks, supplements, dairy, infant food

🌿 3. Plant-Based & Label-Friendly

  • Non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, and recognized as natural dietary fiber

  • Clean-label, supports “no added sugar”, “low-carb”, “prebiotic” claims

📊 4. Boosts Formulation Efficiency

  • Replaces fat and sugar while adding nutritional functionality

  • Enhances texture, bulking, and shelf life

🌍 5. Reliable Supply & Global Compliance

  • 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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