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NISINZ®

NISINZ® is a naturally occurring antimicrobial peptide produced by the bacterium Lactococcus lactis from sauerkraut. It is used in processed foods to extend shelf life by decomposing Gram-positive bacteria.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Powder, Solid
  • Powder
  • Solid

Product families

Food Ingredients — Functional Additives
  • Antioxidants & Preservatives

Other characteristics

Brand
NISINZ
Features

Anti-Bacterial, Antimicrobial, Enhanced Shelf Life, Free of Major Allergens

Functions
Anti-Microbial Agent
Ingredient Name
Nisin
Labeling Claims
  • Clean Label, Halal, Kosher, Natural, Non-GMO
  • Clean Label
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Natural
  • Non-GMO
Note

The exact appearance and composition percentage variations may occur from batch to batch.

Markets
Food & Nutrition
Storage

The shelf life is 24 months when stored unopened at room temperature in dry conditions, away from direct sunlight and odorous products. When opened, store at room temperature in the original container.

PACKAGING

NisinZ® is available in 500 g/bottle or 10 kg/ barrel with integral, tamper-proof seals.

Use Levels
50 - 500 mg/kg
Appearance
Light brown to Grey white powder
Shelf LIfe
24 Months
Ingredient
Sodium Chloride, Nisin
Regulations

GMO- STATUS - According to regulations EC No. 1829/2003 and 1830/2003. Microorganisms used to produce NisinZ® are not genetically modified.; NisinZ® has been approved as a food preservative worldwide. Its addition level for commonly consumed foods ranges from 100 to 500 mg/kg (pure base in max.12.5 mg/kg).; The regulations governing the use of NisinZ® vary considerably in the countries in which it is currently approved.; Packaging Plastic materials comply with Regulation (EU) No. 1935/ 2004, 2023/2006 and 10/2011.

Key Benefits
  • Growth control of Gram-positive bacteria
  • Shelf life extension
  • Natural and Consumer-friendly labeling
Technology
Food Ingredients
Packaging Type
Bottles
Application Areas

Crumpets, Tomato juice, Beer, Wine, fermented spirits, Canned foods, Cereal and starch-based deserts, Cheese products, Cream products, Dairy and fat-based desserts, Dips, Dressing and snacks, Edible casings, Processed egg products, Fermented soy bean paste, Fine bakery products, Fruit juice and concentrate, Fruits and vegetable preparations including pulp, Fully preserved fish and fish products, Liquid egg products, Mayonnaise, Oil emulsions (<80% fat), Paste and paste products, Prepacked coconut water, Processed meat, poultry and fish products, RTE soups and broths, Refrigerated cooked potato-based products, Semolina or tapioca puddings, Sauces and toppings, Tomato juices and products, and Vinegar.

Technical data

Table 1 of 4

1 row
CharacteristicValue
pH (10% Aqueous Solution)3.1 - 3.6

Table 2 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Total Aerobic Countmax. 1,000CFU/g
E. coliAbsent/25g
Salmonella spp.Absent/25g

Table 3 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Loss on Dryingmax. 3W%
Nisin Z Contentmin. 2.5W%
Sodium Chloridemin. 75W%

Table 4 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Arsenicmax. 1mg/kg
Leadmax. 1mg/kg

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