Food Safety and Food Protection

Empowering brands to enhance food safety and extend shelf life with natural, clean-label solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable food system.

Redefining Food and Beverage Preservation, Naturally

Maintaining product safety, quality, and shelf life is paramount in the food and beverage industry, where the stakes are high, and food waste or recalls can be costly.

In today's market, food preservation is more than just a necessity — it's a key component in meeting consumer expectations for fresh, high-quality products that align with their values for sustainability and clean labels.

Our portfolio of advanced preservation solutions, CytoGUARD®, is designed to meet this need, helping you maintain product freshness and safety while meeting the consumer demand for safe, clean-label and sustainable products.

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The Role of Natural Preservatives in Food Protection

Preservation is not a new concept; it has been essential to food safety since ancient times.

Today, natural preservatives continue to play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and quality of food and beverages in our global supply chain. They protect against harmful pathogens and spoilage caused by microbes and oxidation, ensuring that food remains safe and palatable over extended periods.

Food Safety and Food Waste

It is estimated that up to 40% of food produced in the USA is wasted. Food loss occurs at every stage of the production and supply chain, with spoilage being a significant contributor. As consumer awareness of food waste grows, so does the demand for natural preservation solutions that not only extend shelf life but also ensure that food remains safe, fresh, and appealing.

By preventing spoilage and oxidation, natural preservatives allow manufacturers to distribute products safely and efficiently without compromising quality. Extending shelf life is an effective way to cut down on food waste and improve sustainability across the supply chain.

Research shows that 40% of consumers seek out products made with natural preservatives, appreciating their perceived health benefits and clean label appeal.

Extend Shelf Life and Enhance Product Safety with CytoGUARD®

CytoGUARD®, a line of natural flavors and extracts, addresses the preservation challenges that food manufacturers face today. By controlling spoilage and extending shelf life, CytoGUARD® ensures that your food and beverage products remain safe, fresh, and of the highest quality, ultimately protecting both your brand and your bottom line. These solutions are specifically designed to meet consumer expectations for clean labels, while also ensuring that food safety and quality are maintained throughout the product's lifecycle.

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Extending Shelf Life
Spoilage Control
Mold Control
Oxidation Control

CytoGUARD® extracts were designed to help extend the shelf life of your products naturally without compromising on taste, texture, or nutritional value. This not only helps reduce food waste but also supports a more sustainable and efficient supply chain.

Shelf Life Study in Ready-To-Eat Ham

When applied as a surface treatment, CytoGUARD® targets the primary location of bacterial growth, maximizing the preservation effect while minimizing any impact on sensory qualities when used at recommended usage rates. In this study, bactericidal and bacteriostatic solutions were combined to achieve a maximum shelf life extension of 150 days in deli ham products.

Consumer-friendly Labeling

Consumer attitudes toward food labeling have evolved significantly, with a growing number of people actively checking labels to make better purchasing decisions. In fact, over 75% of consumers report that they read the ingredients list on the product label when making a purchase.

Recent surveys showed 90% of consumers were trying to avoid synthetic preservatives. As the number of consumers who choose products with clean labels and made with natural ingredients continues to grow, using natural preservatives offers significant advantages in food labeling. This preference for transparency and simplicity in ingredients is driving manufacturers to shift away from synthetic preservatives in favor of natural alternatives.

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