Cytoguard® LA 2X

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CytoGuard®LA 2X is a powerful bactericidal antimicrobial based on Lauric Arginate (LAE), a derivative of lauric acid, L-arginine and ethanol -all naturally occurring substances

Ingredient Name: Lauric Arginate (LAE)

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin

Physical Form: Liquid

Labeling Claims: Clean Label, Natural, Naturally Derived, Non-Toxic

Features: Anti-Bacterial, Antimicrobial, Broad pH Stability

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Ingredient Origin
Food Ingredients Functions
Ingredients
Lauric Arginate (LAE)
Food Additive Number
E 243, INS 243
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Features
  • High water solubility
  • Activity over a wide pH range (3-7)
  • GRAS and non-toxic
  • Effective against a wide range of bacteria

Applications & Uses

Food & Nutrition Applications
Applications

The preferred method of application of CytoGuard™ LA 2X is through the SLIC® (Sprayed Lethality In Container) process. Due to its high activity and wide pH stability range, CytoGuard™ LA 2X can be used at low dosages with no perceptible impact on flavor.

Properties

Physical Form
Solubility
Appearance
Translucent yellow
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH Value (1% Solution)2 - 4
Active Ingredient Content (Lauric Arginate)20 ± 1%
Moisturemax. 10%
Viscositymax. 500cPs
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bacillus Subtillis23
Candida Albicans69
Escherichia Coli46
Listeria Monocytogenes46
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa92
Salmonella SSP46
Staphylococcus Aureus23
Staphylococcus Epid46

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA
Packaging Information

Available in 20 kg pails, 220 kg drums, and 1280 kg totes

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life

CytoGuard™ LA 2X has a maximum shelf life of 1 year when stored in a cool environment, avoid storage temperatures above 30°C (86°F) and below 4°C (39°F)