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Product Description
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are a type of carbohydrate, specifically a group of short-chain fructans. FOS are classified as oligosaccharides because they contain a few (typically 2-10) fructose units.
Health Benefits:
- Prebiotic Effect:
- FOS is considered a prebiotic, meaning it stimulates the growth and activity of beneficial bacteria in the gut, particularly Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli. This can improve gut health, enhance digestion, and boost immune function.
- Digestive Health:
- As a fiber source, FOS helps promote bowel regularity and prevent constipation. It can also contribute to improved digestion and absorption of nutrients.
- Low Glycemic Index:
- FOS has a very low glycemic index, making it a useful sweetener for people with diabetes or those aiming to maintain stable blood sugar levels.
- Weight Management:
- Since FOS is not fully absorbed in the small intestine and reaches the colon, it provides bulk without contributing significantly to caloric intake, thus aiding in weight management by promoting a feeling of fullness.
- Calcium Absorption:
- Some studies suggest that FOS may enhance the absorption of calcium in the intestines, contributing to improved bone health.
Uses in Food and Beverage:
Sweetener: FOS is used as a low-calorie sweetener due to its mild sweetness (about 30-50% as sweet as sucrose) and its prebiotic properties. It is commonly used in products like:
- Dairy products (yogurt, ice cream)
- Baked goods
- Beverages (juices, soft drinks)
Dietary Fiber Supplement: Because FOS acts as a fiber, it is added to many functional foods to boost their fiber content, such as breakfast cereals, granola bars, and snack foods.
Food Processing: FOS is used to enhance the texture and stability of products, especially those labeled as sugar-free or low-calorie.
Nutritional Content:
- Calories: FOS contains fewer calories than sugar (about 2 kcal per gram compared to 4 kcal per gram for sucrose).
- Fiber: It is an excellent source of dietary fiber.
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are a valuable and versatile ingredient used in a wide range of applications due to their prebiotic properties, low glycemic index, and calcium absorption benefits. They are particularly useful in the food industry as a low-calorie sweetener, a dietary fiber, and a gut-health promoter. FOS are generally safe when consumed in reasonable amounts but should be introduced gradually into the diet to avoid digestive discomfort.
Appearance | light yellow liquid | Complied |
Total FOS matter)/%, ( ( on dry w/w),≥ | ≥55.0% | 57.7% |
Glucose+fructose+sugar (on dry matter) /(w/w)≤ | ≤45.0% | 42.3% |
Solid Substance | ≥75.0% | 75.34 |
Water | ≤25.0% | 24.6% |
PH | 4.5-7.0 | 6.4 |
Transparency | ≥85% | 100.0% |
Chromaticity | ≤0.2 | 0.04 |
Arsenic(As) (mg/kg) | ≤0.5 | Not detected |
Hangzhou Focus Corporation, is a professional supplier of food additives & ingredients in international market, which is located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, next to Shanghai port and Ningbo port. It is specialized in manufacturing food additives & ingredients. Besides, it has invested two yeast factories in 2008 and has become a key manufacturer of bakery yeast in China.
We supply over 100 kinds of high-grade products covering areas of baking, confectionary, beverage, meat processing and spices.Our products include: sweeteners, thickeners, acidulants, preservatives, antioxidants, phosphates, flavoring, proteins, nutrition, emulsifiers and so on.
Our honorable clients are both manufacturing users and wholesalers, from more than 50 countries all over the world. Our professional sales team, well-establishing sourcing network will contribute to the best products and service for you.
Q:Are you manufacturer or trader?
A: we are manufacturer.
Q: How long have your company run on food ingredients ?
A: 14 years focusing on food ingredients field,10 years exporting experience.
Q: Which payment terms are you accept?
A: Payment term: L/C D/A D/P T/T Western Union MoneyGram.
Q: After an order is placed, when to deliver?
A:It depends on whether the products you buy has inventory. If we have inventory, generally we can arrange shipment after receipt of payment 2 to 3 days. If not, it will be decided by the time of the factory production.
Q: What's your MOQ?
A:For the high value product, our MOQ starts from 1kg and generally starts from 25kgs. For other low price product, our MOQ starts from 1000kg and 10000kg.
Q: Is there a discount?
A: Yes, for larger quantity, we always support with better price.
Q: How do you treat quality complaint?
First of all, our quality control will reduce the quality problem to near zero. If there is a quality problem caused by us, we
will send you free goods for replacement or refund your loss.
Q: What is loading port?
A: Usually is Shanghai, Qingdao,Tianjin or Ningbo.
