
- Introduction
- Applications
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 substitution of synthetic molecules (e.g. erythrobates, BHA, TBHQ, BHT, propyl gallate, and sodium nitrite) with 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) |
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Bakery |
Snacks |
0.5 g/kg |
Beverage |
Beer |
0.05 g/kg |
Soft drinks |
0.015 g/kg |
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Culinary |
Fruit and vegetables juice |
0.02 g/kg |
French fries |
0.5 g/kg |
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Fried potato crisps |
0.5 g/kg |
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Meat, poultry and seafood |
Ham |
0.3 g/kg |
Sausages |
0.3 g/kg |
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Fried chicken wings |
0.5 g/kg |
APPLICATION AREAS
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Description |
Guardox™ BL is a natural bamboo leaf extract rich in flavonoids and is used as a multi-functional antioxidant flavoring for preventing lipid antioxidation, decreasing the use level and residue of nitrite or nitrite colorants, antibacterial, color retention, odour-removing and taste modifying in various foods. |
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Key benefits |
-Delay oxidative rancidity -Anti-acrylamide -Shelf-life extension -Natural, clean label – Anti-aging -Long-lasting product flavor, aroma and color -Decreases the use level and residue of nitrate or nitrite -Meets consumers’ demand for natural products |
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Composition |
Flavonoid content (w/w) |
≥20.0% |
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Phenolic acids content (w/w) |
≥20.0% |
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Lactones (w/w) |
≥10.0% |
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Carbohydrates (w/w) |
≤30.0% |
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Loss on drying (w/w) |
≤8.0% |
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Protein (w/w) |
≤8.0% |
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Ash content (w/w) |
≤6.0% |
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Heavy metals |
Lead (mg/kg) |
≤ 10 |
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Arsenic |
≤ 3.0 |
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Physical/Chemical specifications |
Appearance |
Yellow to brown powder |
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Packaging |
Guardox™ BL is available in 500gr/bottle or 5kg/bag, plastic bottle materials comply with Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. |
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Storage conditions |
24 months, store unopened below 20°C in dry conditions, away from direct sunlight and odorous products. When opened, store at approx. 20°C in original container. |
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Allergens |
Components |
Y/N |
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Peanut or its derivatives |
N |
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Tree Nuts, macadamia nuts, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios and walnuts or their derivatives |
N |
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Sesame or its derivatives |
N |
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Eggs or its derivatives |
N |
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Fish or its derivatives |
N |
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Crustaceans and shellfish or their derivative |
N |
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Soy or its derivatives |
N |
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Wheat, triticale or their derivatives |
N |
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Mustard or its derivatives |
N |
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Milk or its derivatives (e.g. Lactose) |
N |
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Sulphites |
N |
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. |