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Cargill Phytosterols Pastilles

Cargill Phytosterols Pastilles is a food ingredient in the form of white pastilles with low fat solubility and hydrophobic properties. It can be used in low-fat foods, dietary supplements, and tableting. Plant sterols are stable across a wide range of temperatures and pH levels. Products containing plant sterols have been shown to help lower cholesterol in over 40 clinical trials.

Ingredient Name: Phytosterol

Functions: Phytochemical

Active Component: Phytosterols

Physical Form: Pastilles, Solid

Features: Reduction in Cholesterol

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Active Component
Ingredient Name
Ingredient Origin
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Ingredients
Phytosterol

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Food Ingredients Features

Applications & Uses

Dosage Form
Food & Nutrition Applications
Applications/Functionality

Phytosterols can be used in low-fat foods, dietary supplements and tableting. Plant sterols are stable across a wide range of temperatures and pH levels. Plant sterol-containing products have been show to help lower cholesterol in over 40 clinical trials.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Odorless
Appearance
White granular
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Added Sugars0g/100g-
Ash Content0.1g/100g-
Calcium Content0mg/100g-
Calories0kcal/100g-
Cholesterol Content0mg/100g-
Dietary Fiber0g/100g-
Iron Content0mg/100g-
Moisture Content1.5g/100g-
Potassium Content0mg/100g-
Protein Content0g/100g-
Saturated Fat0g/100g-
Sodium Content0mg/100g-
Total Carbohydrate0g/100g-
Total Fat0g/100g-
Total Sugars0g/100g-
Trans Fat0g/100g-
Vitamin D0mcg/100g-
Other,Phytosterols98.4*mg/100g

Regulatory & Compliance

Allergen Status

In accordance with the 2004 USA Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), no allergen declarations are required for this product

Regulatory Status

Phytosterols Pastilles has the status of Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), in accordance with United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) regulations for use as a direct food substance, when used in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Phytosterols Pastilles is produced in accordance with current food Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) under a comprehensive Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) program and in compliance with applicable parts of 21 CFR, part 117 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Applicable Certifications
  • Certified Kosher by the Orthodox Union (OU)
  • Certified Halal by the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

Net 300 and 500 kg. polyethylene lined, woven polypropylene super sack. 25 kg. bag in box

Additional Information

  • Material Numbers:
    100010938 - 25 kg box
    100010939 - 300 kg. super sack
    100010940 - 500 kg. super sack
  • SAP Material Name:
    PHYTOSTEROLS PASTILLES
    Legacy #: PS-100

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
5 years
Storage/Shelf Life

Product should be stored in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature and humidity.
The recommended best when used by date for Phytosterol Pastilles, under these conditions, and in original unopened packaging is 5 years from the date of manufacture. Product stored beyond the best when used by date should be evaluated periodically for fitness of use.