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CytoGuard LA Lauric Arginate Antimicrobial

GRAS Certified Antimicrobial Made from Naturally-derived Ingredients

CytoGuard LA is a powerful, food-grade antimicrobial agent with Lauric Arginate (LAE) as the key active ingredient. Optimized for maximum stability, it is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial effective against foodborne pathogens such as Listeria, E. Coli, Salmonella, and spoilage bacteria.

Highlights

Lauric Arginate (LAE) is GRAS certified and approved for use in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, among other countries
LAE is a powerful antimicrobial known to reduce various foodborne pathogens and spoilage bacteria
Provides the initial kill step in the food production process and packaging equivalent to in situ pasteurization, significantly reducing bacteria loads
When combined with other natural preservatives, it can substantially improve food safety and shelf life
Does not affect the taste or the sensorial properties of the food
CytoGuard LA is a highly cost-effective antimicrobial agent
Safe to use in food applications

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Food-grade antimicrobial agent with Lauric Arginate

Features

Kills bacteria on contact (best used as a surface treatment)
Can be used with other inhibitors to extend shelf life
Easy to use
Low cost in use
Clear flavorless liquid
Stable up to one year
Made in the U.S.

Benefits

Broad-spectrum antimicrobial
Effective tool for pathogenic bacteria control providing a high degree of food safety
Effective against spoilage bacteria which is an important step to ensure food protection and food quality
Activity over a wide pH range (3 to 7)
High partition coefficient (>10) means the agent concentrates in the water phase of products, where most bacterial activity occurs
Does not affect the appearance or flavor of the food
Low usage levels
Processing aid status in some applications
Efficacy supported by extensive internal studies and published documents (including USDA) and can be validated with customer products at A&B Ingredients micro lab

Applications

Raw meat and poultry
Ready-to-eat fresh cuts of meat and poultry
Frozen seafood
Dairy
Fresh produce
Prepared salads and more

Regulations

LAE is GRAS Certified:

Granted by a panel of FDA experts in the U.S. through scientific procedures set forth under 21 CFR §170.30(b)
Approved in Canada, EU, Mexico, Australia/NZ

Components

L-arginine is an essential amino acid present in many food sources, including poultry, seafood, cheese, cereals, nuts, seeds.
Lauric acid can be found in oils such as coconut and palm kernel.
Ethanol is the product of the fermentation of sugars. It is short-chain alcohol.

Lauric Arginate is a food-grade antimicrobial synthesized from food components lauric acid, naturally occurring in palm and coconuts, and L-arginine, an essential amino acid. Its remarkable antimicrobial properties, paired with low toxicity levels, make it an optimal bactericidal control tool in food production. This unique antimicrobial agent made from natural ingredients is proven to be extremely effective and can kill up to 99.99% of the foodborne pathogens and spoilage bacteria in a wide range of products.

Protect Your Products From Pathogenic Bacteria

Dealing with food recalls due to contamination results in profit losses and a public relations nightmare for any food brand that can lead to a stock market drop, losing the market share, and permanently damaging the brand in the consumers' eyes. You can protect your company from these misfortunes by adding a safe antimicrobial (LAE) as a bacterium kill step in your production process. Benefits of using LAE in your food production process:

Focus on producing a high quality / wholesome product safe from pathogenic bacteria
Regulatory Compliance
Eliminate risks associated with product contamination (product loss, product recalls, and associated expenses)
Secure Your Business and Brand Image

A&B Ingredients And CytoGuard LA Advantage

A&B Ingredients is the premier manufacturer of Lauric Arginate in the U.S.
We have extended expertise in the use and application of Lauric Arginate in meat and other food products
We have collaborated with the USDA and many research institutions to substantiate the use of LAE as a food safety and food-protecting agent
We have collaborated with the USDA to develop the SLIC® (Sprayed Lethality in Container) patented process for LAE application, which is exclusively licensed to A&B Ingredients, Inc.
Regional and top 100 meat processors in the U.S. have adopted the SLIC® method
Over ten years of experience with LAE supported by internal and third-party studies published in peer-reviewed publications
Patented manufacturing process
Product manufactured in the U.S.
A diverse portfolio of food safety solutions that, when used in combination, can add a higher level of antimicrobial protection for your products
Customized and proprietary solutions that improve efficacy and offer cost advantages
Technical support and application testing

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