Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Ingredients
- Micellar Casein Concentrate
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Food Ingredients Features
- Features
- High purity, intact casein
- Minimum 95% casein guaranteed
- Minimum 86% protein on a dry basis
- Clean, neutral flavor & aroma
- Functional Benefits
- High levels of essential branched-chain amino acids that aid in muscle development and bone health makes MCC ideal for sport nutrition brands and products.
- An inherently slow-digesting protein, beverages using MCC can be marketed as providing satiety and/or overnight muscle recovery.
- Low foaming, neutral pH, and high heat stability provide processing flexibility and ease of use in beverage manufacturing operations.
- Beverages made with MCC maintain lower viscosity and sedimentation over their shelf-life which improves the consumer’s experience and encourages repeat sales.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Application Oppurtunities
Dairy ready-to-drink beverage
- High protein
- Can be used as the sole protein source for a supremely clean label
Properties
- Microbiological Values
- Composition
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Standard Plate Count | max. 10000 | cfu/g | — |
| Coliforms | max. 10 | cfu/g | — |
| Yeast & Mold | max. 10 | cfu/g | — |
| Cp Staphylococcus | max. 10 | cfu/g | — |
| Salmonella | Negative | /375g | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Protein Dry Basis | min. 86 | % | — |
| Ph (10% Solution) | 6.8 - 7.5 | — | — |
| Moisture | max. 7.05 | % | — |
| Fat | max. 3 | % | — |
| Ash | max. 7.05 | % | — |
| Casein-to-whey Ratio | min. 95:5 | — | — |
| Scorched Particles (Max B) | 15/25 | mg/g | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Certifications
Kosher, Halal, SQF/GFSI Certified, US GRAS.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
44.1 lb (20 kg) multi-wall, kraft paper bag with polyethylene inner liner or bulk tote.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Information
- Product should be stored in a cool, dry warehouse. Ideal storage conditions are temperatures below 80°F (27°C), relative humidity below 65% away from strong odors
- Shelf Life: 2 years (730 days)