The startup specializes in processing egg yolks to produce high-purity bioprotectants, including phosvitin and phosvitin phosphopeptides. These multifunctional proteins enhance the efficiency and quality of food products, addressing the need for natural preservatives in the food industry.
Funding
$2.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
The food industry faces challenges in meeting consumer demand for natural, clean-label preservatives that effectively extend shelf life and maintain product quality without synthetic additives. Existing natural preservatives often lack the efficacy or versatility required for diverse food applications.
Solution
This startup produces high-purity bioprotectants, specifically phosvitin and phosvitin phosphopeptides, derived from egg yolks. These multifunctional proteins offer antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, enhancing food preservation and nutritional value. Their proprietary extraction and purification process ensures high purity and efficacy. The bioprotectants provide a natural alternative to synthetic preservatives, addressing the need for clean-label ingredients and sustainable food solutions in various food products.
Target Audience
The primary customers are food manufacturers seeking natural and effective preservatives to extend shelf life, enhance product quality, and meet consumer demand for clean-label ingredients.
Features
- High-purity phosvitin and phosvitin phosphopeptides derived from egg yolks.
- Natural antimicrobial properties for effective food preservation.
- Antioxidant properties to maintain food quality and nutritional value.
- Proprietary extraction and purification process ensuring high purity.
- Clean-label alternative to synthetic preservatives.
- Suitable for a wide range of food applications.