Applications of Fructooligosaccharides in Food Industry
Applications of Fructooligosaccharides in Food Industry
What are Fructooligosaccharides?
Natural Prebiotic Fiber, Enhanced Health
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are natural oligosaccharides composed of 2-10 fructose molecules linked by β(2-1) glycosidic bonds, terminated by a glucose molecule or consisting solely of fructose molecules. FOS are primarily obtained through enzymatic hydrolysis of inulin or transglycosylation polymerization of fructose, and are widely found in natural foods such as onions, garlic, bananas, and honey.
In food industry applications, fructooligosaccharides appear as white to pale yellow powder or syrup with pure sweetness (30-60% the sweetness of sucrose) and excellent solubility. Due to their unique prebiotic properties, fructooligosaccharides are widely used in healthy foods, functional snacks, and nutritionally fortified products.
As natural prebiotic fibers, fructooligosaccharides selectively promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and improve gut microecological balance, making them ideal for clean label formulations that consumers trust and prefer.
Health Benefits
Optimizes Gut Flora
As high-quality prebiotics, can significantly promote bifidobacteria proliferation, increase beneficial gut bacteria count, improve gut microecological environment, and help prevent and relieve gut issues.
Enhances Immune Function
By improving gut flora balance, indirectly enhances body immune function, increases resistance, and reduces infection risk through gut-immune axis modulation.
Improves Mineral Absorption
Can promote absorption of minerals such as calcium and magnesium, particularly promoting calcium absorption in small intestine and colon, contributing to bone health.
Regulates Blood Sugar
Low glycemic index characteristics (IGI<20) do not cause drastic blood sugar fluctuations, suitable for diabetic populations and those with blood sugar control needs.
Application Advantages
Energy Reduction
Significantly reduces product energy density, helping consumers control calorie intake and meeting low-calorie, light snack demands, particularly for weight loss and fitness populations.
Prebiotic Fortification
Easily increases product prebiotic content, meeting consumer demand for gut health foods, especially suitable for functional snack positioning.
Fiber Fortification
Helps products achieve a high fiber content; each gram of pure oligofructose can be counted as 1 gram of dietary fiber, enhancing the nutritional value of the product.
Texture Improvement
Improves texture of energy bars, cookies, grain crisps, and other snacks, increasing chewiness and crispness while avoiding excessive hardness or softness.
Real-World Applications
Product Information
Brand: Lexi's Excuses | Company: Nom Bites
High protein low-sugar bar with 10g protein and only 166 kcal per bar. Vegan-friendly design with plant protein sources, gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free. Sustainable palm oil from certified sources.
Key Ingredients
Fructooligosaccharides Value
Provides Prebiotic Function: Fructooligosaccharides as high-quality prebiotics provide gut health function for protein bars, meeting consumer demand for healthy snacks.
Reduces Sugar and Calories: Only 2 kcal/g, effectively reducing total calories of protein bars to only 166 kcal per bar, meeting light food and weight loss population needs.
Improves Protein Bar Texture: Good binding and moisture retention properties help ingredients better combine, maintaining ideal chewiness and elasticity while avoiding excessive hardness or dryness.
Product Information
Brand: Yolo Land | Company: Ming Ji Food Technology
Non-fried bagel chips with chia seeds as superfood. Dual prebiotic formula combining FOS with inulin. Uses healthy olive oil instead of palm oil. 30g pack size for convenient consumption.
Key Ingredients
Fructooligosaccharides Value
Provides Prebiotic Fortification: Synergizes with inulin to provide dual prebiotic effects for bagel chips, meeting high fiber claims and promoting gut health.
Reduces Calories and Fat: Combined with non-fried processing, gives product low-fat and low-calorie attributes, suitable for light food and healthy snack positioning.
Improves Chip Texture: Helps wheat flour and chia ingredients form ideal crispy texture during baking, increasing chip hardness while avoiding excessive brittleness.
Company Introduction
Leading Global Manufacturer of Functional Sweeteners Since 1997
Baolingbao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and solution services of functional carbohydrates. Founded in 1997, we are focused on enzyme engineering and fermentation engineering, serving customers across more than 100 countries and regions worldwide.
In 2009, we became the first functional sugar company listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 002286) in China's A-share market. Today, we have established deep strategic partnerships with major global customers including Coca-Cola, Danone, Yili Group, and Perfect (China).The company operates on a site spanning 300 acres, with an annual production capacity of 600,000 tons and a workforce of 1,300 employees.
Advanced R&D Capabilities
Possessing 9 R&D platforms including national enterprise technology center, national-local joint engineering lab, and postdoctoral research workstation. Expert team composed of academicians, Taishan Scholars, and overseas experts.
Global Market Presence
Products exported to over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Strategic partnerships with majority of core customers across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and dietary supplement industries.
World-Class Manufacturing
Baolingbao's production infrastructure is characterized by a high degree of automation, intelligence, and digitalization. The company has made substantial investments in key facilities, including drying towers, pharmaceutical-grade sugar production lines, digital erythritol plants, and intelligent stereo warehouses. Featuring internationally sourced technologies and advanced control systems, these initiatives have enhanced production efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and enabled full traceability across the supply chain.In support of sustainable operations, Baolingbao manages 40,000 mu (approximately 2,667 hectares) of regenerative agricultural planting bases and generates 10 million kWh of photovoltaic power annually.
Comprehensive Quality Assurance
First batch to pass FDA on-site audit. Certified with GMP, GRAS, HALAL, Kosher, Organic (US & EU standards), ISO9001/22000/14000/45001. End-to-end food safety from farm to table.
Innovation & Industry Leadership
Over 260 patent applications submitted with 97 patents granted and more than 70 core technologies developed. Actively participated in formulation of 1 international standard and over 30 national standards.
Contact Us
baolingbao@blb-cn.com
