Applications of Imorawel Isomalto-oligosaccharides in Medical Health Products
prebiotic effect
good thermal stability
sweetness about 50-60% that of sucrose
White to light yellow powder
Applications of Imorawel Isomalto-oligosaccharides in Medical Health Products
What is Imorawel™Isomalto-oligosaccharides?
Natural Sweetness, Enhanced Performance
Imorawel™Isomaltooligosaccharide (IMO) is a product obtained from starch or starch-based raw materials through processes such as enzymatic conversion, purification, and concentration. Its main components are isomaltose, panose, isomaltotriose, and higher oligosaccharides linked by α-1,6-glycosidic bonds.
It exists as a white to light yellow powder, with a sweetness approximately 50–60% that of sucrose. As a potent functional ingredient, it combines sweetness, dietary fiber content, and significant digestive health benefits.
Unlike artificial sweeteners, isomalto-oligosaccharides provide natural sweetness with clean taste profiles, making it perfect for clean label formulations that consumers trust and prefer.
Health Benefits
Prebiotic Effect
Imorawel™Isomaltooligosaccharide is not broken down by gastric acid or digestive enzymes in the human body. It reaches the large intestine intact, where it is selectively fermented and utilized by beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacterium, thereby promoting the proliferation of intestinal probiotics and improving the balance of the gut microbiota.
Improved Digestive Function
By promoting the proliferation of beneficial bacteria, Imorawel™isomaltooligosaccharide leads to the production of short-chain fatty acids (e.g., acetic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid), lowers intestinal pH, inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria, improves digestive function, and relieves constipation.
Enhanced Immunity
The improvement in gut microbiota helps strengthen the intestinal mucosal barrier function and promotes the secretion of immunoglobulin A (IgA), thereby enhancing overall immunity.
Promotion of Mineral Absorption
Isomaltooligosaccharide can promote the absorption of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. In particular, it improves the absorption rate of calcium, contributing to bone health.
Application Advantages
Preferred Prebiotic Partner in Synbiotic Formulations
Imorawel™IMO has received GRAS recognition from the U.S. FDA and novel-food approval from EFSA, Health Canada, and FSANZ, making it a globally compliant prebiotic that pairs efficiently with Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Bacillus coagulans strains. It is one of the most widely used prebiotic backbones in synbiotic gut-health formulations.
Child- and Infant-Safe Prebiotic
With low water activity, low cariogenicity, and good intestinal tolerance, Imorawel™IMO has a long track record of safe use in infant formula, children's chewables, pectin gummies, and oral liquids. It is one of the most established prebiotic ingredients for children's nutritional products in the Japanese, Chinese, and broader Asian-Pacific markets.
Broad Dosage-Form Compatibility
Imorawel™IMO remains stable at pH 3 and 120°C for prolonged heating, retaining functional activity in liquids, powders, tablets, capsules, jellies, gummies, and oral solutions without requiring cold-chain or light-protected storage. Its processing compatibility is far superior to inulin and FOS, which are more sensitive to heat and acidic conditions.
Middle-Aged and Elderly Gut-Health Support
Imorawel™IMO's bifidogenic action helps relieve age-related constipation and restore microbial balance in older adults, making it a widely used prebiotic in senior-focused probiotic, synbiotic, and digestive-care supplements.
Real-World Applications
Product Information
Brand: Natvie Renewbiome | Company: Natvie Healthcare
A multi-strain probiotic formula packaged in gastro-resistant veggie capsules, designed to cover both small and large intestinal ecology.
Key Ingredients
Imorawel™IMO Value
Prebiotic Engine of Synbiotic Complex: Complements FOS to provide a dual prebiotic support system, preventing the common clinical pitfall of probiotics running out of food.
Colon-Targeted Intact Reach: Resists upper GI tract hydrolysis due to its α-1,6 glycosidic bonds, reaching the colon intact to be selectively fermented by Bifidobacterium and other strains.
Colonization and Metabolism Boost: Generates essential short-chain fatty acids (acetate, propionate, butyrate) that significantly enhance probiotic colonization efficiency and metabolic activity.
Product Information
Brand: Shaklee Kids | Company: Shaklee Products
A Halal-certified children's immunity formulation in a child-friendly pectin gummy delivery format, featuring zero added artificial flavors, preservatives, or gluten.
Key Ingredients
Imorawel™IMO Value
Headline Functional Ingredient: Serves as the primary ingredient rather than an excipient, delivering a high dose of 3.7 g of prebiotic dietary fiber per serving.
Dental and Glycemic Safety: Its high resistance to cariogenic streptococci makes it safe for children's teeth, while its gentle glycemic profile avoids sharp glucose spikes.
Synergistic Growth Support: Produces short-chain fatty acids that actively enhance calcium and iron absorption, working in tandem with vitamin D and zinc for growth and immunity.
Product Information
Brand: Foodology | Company: Adapt
An on-the-go single-serve stick-pack weight management functional supplement, featuring a Hello Kitty co-branded packaging design tailored for young consumers.
Key Ingredients
Imorawel™IMO Value
Targeted Proliferation Role: Acts as a key element within a 7 g prebiotic-fiber matrix, specifically delivering targeted Bifidobacterium proliferation to balance gut microflora.
Complementary Multi-Fiber Synergies: Compensates for the technical and functional limitations of single fibers by blending smoothly with resistant maltodextrin and FOS.
Triad Weight-Management Support: Works alongside carbohydrate-blocking HCA and glucose-buffering maltodextrin to drive a robust "block–buffer–rebalance" slimming mechanism.
Product Information
Brand: Nature's Way | Company: Nature's Way
A 100% Australian-made adult clean-label pectin gummy featuring zero added sugar, zero artificial colors, and zero artificial flavors.
Key Ingredients
Imorawel™IMO Value
Whole-Colon Coverage Strategy: Pairs its short-to-medium chain oligosaccharides with long-chain inulin fructans to implement an end-to-end proximal-to-distal prebiotic fermentation system.
Sustained Strain Feeding: Delivers a continuous, highly stable food supply along the entire tract for the 4 billion CFU of Bacillus coagulans probiotics.
Clean-Label Sweetener Compatibility: Non-cariogenic features perfectly complement the erythritol-xylitol-stevia triple system to back metabolism and oral health safely.
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.
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baolingbao@blb-cn.com
