Natamycin
Natamycin
Natamycin blended with Lactose
Color: Off-white to cream-coloured powder
pH : 5 – 7.5
Advantages of Natamycin
- Natamycin is fungicidal, particularly against yeasts, It is active against all fungi (yeasts and moulds).
- Effective at low concentrations
- Resistance does not naturally occur
- Control of mycotoxin production
- Natural antimicrobial with broad spectrum , antimycotic activity
- Active over a wide pH range (pH 3 – 9)
- Easy to apply
- Active for prolonged period of time
- No effect on bacteria – including those used as starter cultures or to promote ripening
- Its limited solubility prevents migration into food
- It remains on the surface – where activity is required
- No effects on taste, odour or appearance of the food
- Natamycin has a proven safety record
Physical properties of Natamycin
- Neutral aqueous suspensions are relatively heat-stable ( 100oC for 5 min)
- Low water solubility
- Stable at ambient temperature
- Optimum heat stability at pH 3.5 – 9
Natamycin is natural and safe for use in food
Natamycin gives increased consumer protection
- Natamycin has a long history of successful use in food worldwide
- Extends shelf-life
- Prevents mycotoxin formation
- No development of natamycin-resistant strains
- No allergic reactions
Natamycin is the active ingredient .
It is a poly macrolide antimycotic.It is produced naturally in a fermentation process by the bacterium Streptomyces ,Natalensis .
Its E. number : E235
Natamycin 50% is blend of natamycin with Lactose.
Natamycin can be produced and marketed in different purities , like 95% – 80% – 50% – 40% – 35% and 10% which is usually 10% in the form of suspension liquid.
Additional information
| Application | Surface treatment as a spray or dip of cheese, and processed meat. |
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