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Prebiotics & Dietary Fibers
Inulin
CAS No.
9005-80-5
E Number
—
Purity
≥90% (干基)
Grade
Food Grade
Calories
1.4 kcal/g (Low calorie)
Glycemic Index
0 (No glycemic impact)
Inulin is a natural polysaccharide of fructose units linked by β-(2→1) glycosidic bonds, abundantly found in Jerusalem artichoke, chicory and other plants. As one of the most well-known dietary fibers, it has a long history of use in Mediterranean and global health foods. With prebiotic, low-calorie and fat-mimicking properties, it is widely used in dairy, bakery and functional foods.
Natural source: Extracted from Jerusalem artichoke and chicory, non-GMO
Prebiotic function: Significantly promotes Bifidobacteria growth
Fat mimicking: Provides creamy mouthfeel in low-fat products
Minimal calorie: 1.4 kcal/g with GI of 0
Mineral absorption: Promotes calcium and magnesium absorption
Specifications
| Item | Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Inulin Content (dry basis) | ≥90% | AOAC 997.08 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% | GB 5009.3 |
| Ash | ≤0.2% | GB 5009.4 |
| pH (10% solution) | 5.0-7.0 | GB/T 9724 |
| Glucose + Fructose + Sucrose | ≤10% | HPLC |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2.0 mg/kg | GB 5009.11 |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1.0 mg/kg | GB 5009.12 |
| Total Plate Count | ≤1000 CFU/g | GB 4789.2 |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤100 CFU/g | GB 4789.15 |