BioNatIn B.V. Lactoferrin

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name

Lactoferrin

Food Ingredients Functions

Protein Source

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Protein Source

Ingredients

Lactoferrin

Technologies

Food Ingredients,

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Proteins & Amino Acids,

Supplements & Functional Ingredients

Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification

Functional Ingredients,

Proteins & Amino Acids

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims (Health)

Anti-Bacterial,

Anti-Viral,

Promotes Intestinal Health,

Stimulates Immune System

Labeling Claims

Natural

Food Ingredients Features

Anti-Bacterial,

Antiviral,

Freeze Dried,

Good Binding,

Odorless,

Promotes Healthy Gastrointestinal Tract,

Promotes Healthy Gut Microflora,

Spray Dried,

Stimulates Immune System

Applications & Uses

Applications

• Lactoferrin is used as medication for cystic fibrosis, Crohn disease and gut problems.
• Other applications are mouthwash and mouth gel for a natural disinfection and recovery of the mouth mucous membrane after radiation or chemotherapy.

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Odor

Odorless

Appearance

Light pink or light reddish brown powder, Pinkish powder

Soluble in

Water

Active Ingredient

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Lactoferrin	min. 95	%	—

Physico-Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Ph (2% In Water)	5 7	—	Potenciometry
Water Content	max. 6	%w/w	—
Ashes	max. 3	%w/w	—
Total Protein	min. 93	%	Dumas (N*6,38)

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Plate Count	max. 1000	cfu/g	ISO 4883-1 (2013)
Yeast & Molds	max. 10	cfu/g	ISO 7954 (1998)
Total Coliforms	Negative	cfu/g	ISO 4831 (2006)
E.Coli	Negative	cfu/g	ISO 16649-2 (2001
S.Aureus Coag.	Negative	cfu/g	ISO 6888-3 (2003)
Salmonella Sp.	Negative	cfu/g/25g	ISO 6579 (2002)
Cronobacter Sakazaki	Negative	—	ISO 4834 (2006)

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Arsenic	max. 1	ppm	ICP+MS
Cadmium	max. 0.5	ppm	ICP+MS
Lead	max. 0.15	ppm	ICP+MS
Aflatoxin M1	max. 0.5	ppb	ELISA
Inhibitory Substances	Negative	—	Delvotest

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags,

Boxes

Package

5Kg HDPE bags in 5 - 10KG hard cardboxes.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

24

Storage Information

Avoid formation of dust and aerosol. Provide for good ventilation of the room, when handling this preparation. Store container in a dry and cool place.

Storage Conditions

24 months if properly stored (dry & cool place, away from light and air