Brazein Sweet Protein – Precision-Fermentation-Derived Powder

Brazzein is a small, intensely sweet protein originally found in the West African oubli berry and now produced by precision fermentation. It offers clean sweetness with sugar-like taste for sugar-reduction formulations.

GUTINS Brazein Sweet Protein — precision-fermentation-derived powder is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: precision-fermentation-derived powder; form / technology: Specialty active / delivery-system grade; diet suitability: Varies.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• High-intensity sweetness from a protein
• Supports sugar reduction
• Low calorie at use levels
• Clean, sugar-like taste profile
• Synergistic with other sweeteners

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Longevity, gut health, active nutrition, beauty-from-within, functional foods.

• Reduced-sugar beverages
• Protein and sports powders
• Gummies and confectionery
• Dairy alternatives
• Tabletop sweetener blends
• Bakery (with testing)

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical use level: 0.001-0.05% in beverages and foods (500-2,000× sucrose sweetness)
• Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
• Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.

Solubility & Formulation

Soluble in water; heat and pH stable for a protein; insoluble in oils

Storage & Handling

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place below 25 °C, protected from light and moisture.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Precision-fermentation brazzein has US GRAS positions (with FDA notice activity); not authorised in the EU without Novel Food approval. Verify status in destination market.

Generic/non-branded; prioritize supplier technical dossier, stability, assay and destination-market status.

Diet suitability: Varies. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).

Caution & Disclaimer

• Novel ingredient – confirm authorisation before sale
• Very potent – use accurate dilution
• Protein – potential for allergenicity assessment
• Heat stability varies with pH – test in application

For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bulk & Wholesale Orders

Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.