DESCRIPTION

Epolyly^® L25 is pure ε-Poly-L-lysine concentrate derived naturally from a submerged aerobic fermentation of Streptomyces albulus PD-1. With a high antimicrobial activity against fungi, Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, Epolyly^® L25 is an ideal natural broad-spectrum antimicrobial to inhibit Total Plate Count (TPC) to extend the shelf life of foods.

KEY BENEFITS

● Inhibition of Total Plate Count (TPC) including fungi, Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria;

● Increased safety by minimizing chloride and inorganic contents;

● Shelf life extension;

● Natural, consumer-friendly label.

APPLICATION AREAS

Bakery, Confectionery, Culinary, Dairy, Fruits & vegetables, Meat, Poultry and seafood

DIRECTION FOR USE

Direction to add into foods depending on exact application.

COMPOSITION

ε-Poly-l-lysine (w/w)

 ≥22.5%

Water (w/w)

 ≤97.5%

*The exact percentage variations may occur from batch to batch.

HEAVY METALS

Lead (mg/kg)

≤5

Arsenic (mg/kg)

≤4

MICROBIOLOGICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Total plate count (/ml)

≤100

E. Coli (/ml)

Absent

Salmonella (/ml)

Absent

PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Appearance

Hygroscopic yellow liquid

pH of 1% aqueous solution

6.0-7.0

Particle size

100 mesh>90%

*Appearance variations may occur from batch to batch.

NUTRITIONAL DATA

Approximate values for Nutrition labelling per 100ml.

Contribution to energy level is insignificant at recommended usage levels.

Energy

   371 calories/100g

Protein

64 g/100g

Carbohydrate

27g/100g

   -Sugar

<0.5 g/100g

Fat

<0.1 g/100g

-Saturated fat

<0.1 g/100g

-Trans. fat

<0.1 g/100g

Total dietary fiber

28 g/100g

Vitamin A

<10 μg /100g

Vitamin C

7.9 mg/100g

Ash

<0.5 g/100g

PACKAGING

Epolyly^® L25 is available in 1,000 gr/bottle with integral, tamper-proof seals. Packaging is available in other quantities.

Plastic bottle and pouch materials comply with Regulation (EU) No 10/2011.

STORAGE CONDITIONS

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.

Shelf life:

Shelf life is 24 months when stored according to recommendations.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

Belgium

ALLERGEN STATUS

Components

Yes / No

 ● Peanut or its derivatives

No

 ● Tree nuts, macadamia nuts, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios and walnuts or their derivatives

No

 ● Sesame or its derivatives

No

 ● Eggs or its derivatives

No

 ● Fish or its derivatives

No

 ● Crustaceans and shellfish or their derivative

No

 ● Soy or its derivatives

No

 ● Wheat, triticale or their derivatives

No

 ● Mustard or its derivatives

No

 ● Milk or its derivatives (e.g. Lactose)

No

 ● Sulphites

No

CERTIFIED STATUS

The product is certified by KOSHER, HALAL and ISO22000:2005.

GMO STATUS

According to regulations Ec No. 1829/2003 and 1830/2003.

Microorganisms used for the production of this product are not genetically modified.

REGULATION STATUS

Epolyly^® L25 ε –Poly-l-ysine has been approved as a food preservative in 4 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea and the United States. Its addition level for commonly consumed foods ranges from 0.005% to 0.05%. The regulations governing the use of Epolyly^® L25 vary considerably in the countries in which it is currently approved. Advice regarding the legal status of this product is available as appendix 1.