Propionate Mineral Blend – Food Grade

This food-grade blend of propionate salts provides propionic acid, a short-chain fatty acid produced by gut microbes. It is positioned for gut and metabolic wellness and is also a familiar food preservative.

GUTINS Propionate Mineral Blend — food grade is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: food grade; form / technology: Powder / liquid; diet suitability: Varies.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Provides short-chain fatty acid propionate
• Supports gut microbiome metabolites
• Supports metabolic wellness
• Supports satiety signalling
• Food-grade, well-characterised salts

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Gut barrier, digestive health, microbiome.

• Postbiotic SCFA capsules
• Metabolic wellness formulas
• Gut health stacks with butyrate
• Bakery preservation
• Functional foods

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 500–1,000 mg/day propionate in studies
• Typical use level: 5–40% in capsule fills; 0.1–0.3% as a food preservative
• 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

Freely soluble in water; 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

Calcium and sodium propionates are authorised EU food additives (E281/E282) and GRAS in the US; supplement use should be verified in the destination market.

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

• Contains sodium and calcium – account in totals
• Mild GI changes possible
• Distinct cheesy odour
• Limited data for supplemental use in pregnancy

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.