Oxidation and development of rancidity are major challenges for food manufacturers, resulting in shortened shelf-life and changes in the quality and nutritional value of their products. Consumers’ interest in natural antioxidants has increased dramatically over the past years and the general trend requires the replacement of synthetic molecules (e.g. erythorbates, BHA, TBHQ, BHT, propyl gallate, and sodium nitrite) to natural compounds.
Guardox™ BL is a natural bamboo leaf extract rich in flavonoids, used as a multi-functional antioxidant flavoring for preventing lipid antioxidation, decreasing the use level and residue of nitrate or nitrite colorants, antibacterial, color retention, odor-removing and taste-modifying in various foods.
Guardox™ BL - Delay of rancidity and off-color
Applications
Dosage (w/w)
Bakery
Snacks
0.5 g/kg
Beverage
Beer
0.05 g/kg
Soft drinks
0.015 g/kg
Culinary
Fruit and vegetables juice
0.02 g/kg
French fries
Fried potato crisps
Meat, poultry and seafood
Ham
0.3 g/kg
Sausages
Fried chicken wings
-Delay rancidity
-Anti-acrylamide
-Anti-bacterial and bacteriostatic
-Partly alternative to nitrate or nitrite colorants
-Deodorizing and enhanced aroma
-Shelf life extension
-Clean labeling
The recommended labelling of Guardox™ BL is bamboo leaf extract, and there are major differences in national legislation concerning the presence and levels of Guarex™ BL in various food products. Always be sure to check the current legal situation with the appropriate local authorities or contact Handary.