Sweeteners Fructo-oligosaccharide / FOS

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) also sometimes called oligofructose or oligofructan, is a class of oligosaccharides used as an artificial or alternative sweetener. FOS exhibits sweetness levels between 30 to 50 per cent of sugar in commercially prepared syrups.

FOS is extracted from fruits and vegetables like bananas, onions, chicory root, garlic, asparagus, barley, wheat, jcama, tomatoes, and leeks. The Jerusalem artichoke and its relative, yacn have been found to have the highest concentrations of FOS of cultured plants.
Fructo-oligosaccharide is a new healthy sugar source. Its structure can be expressed as GF-Fn,(n=1-9). Fructooligosaccharide is a food ingredient naturally occurring in honey, fruits and plants. It is a natural soluble vegetable fiber with a low caloric value and patient-friendly. Fructo-Oligosaccarides have the function of cleaning intestines, good multiplication effect of beneficial bacteria, enhancing immunity.
FOS is fermented by the colonicmicroflora. Fructo-oligosaccharide promotes the growth of Bifidobacteria, improves the composition of the intestinal flora and decreases the blood cholesterol content. FOS can be a dietary supplement, it is widely used in yogurt, bakery, functional and dietetic food, pills, liquors and etc. Its modifying property adds rheological and textural properties to food. Fructooligosaccharide is used as a sugar replacement, dietary supplement or food additives in the food production and dietetic product industry. Fructo-Oligosaccarides can used in beverage, dairy product, candy, dessert and other fields.

Specification

Packing25kg per drum, PE or aluminum liners inside

StorageStored in a dry and cool place, keep away from strong light and heat.

Shelf life: One year when stored properly in a well-closed container.