DESCRIPTION
Natap® Natamycin is a naturally occurring anti-fungal produced during fermentation by the bacterium “Streptomyces natalensis”. It is recrystallized to achieve the optimal solubility to effectively eliminate the risk of Yeasts and Molds in foods and beverages.
KEY BENEFITS
• Growth inhibition of yeasts and molds
• Improves food safety by reducing mycotoxin production (e.g. aflatoxin)
• Shelf-life extension
• Natural and Consumer-friendly label
APPLICATION AREAS
Dairy (e.g Cheese, Sour cream, Yogurt), Culinary (e.g Salad dressing, Mayonnaise, Soft tortillas, Canned foods), Beverage (e.g Fresh fruit juices, Fermented alcoholic beverages, Spirits) Fish and meat products (e.g Fish pastes, Processed meat and fish products, Frozen cooked-meat), Bakery (e.g Pastries, Pie fillings) Fruit and vegetables (Fruit and vegetable whole and pulp).
REGULATIONS
Natamycin under Natap® brand is a food preservative that is approved and used in more than 50 countries around the world. The WHO, EFSA and FDA have evaluated Natamycin thoroughly and all list it as safe for human consumption.