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Potent Mould & Bacteria Blocker
CapBlock® Cultured Brown Rice Powder
CapBlock® powder is a unique Cultured Brown Rice powder blend which is highly potent against moulds, bacteria and some yeasts.
CapBlock® can replace potassium lactate in various food applications due to its unique combination of properties that address key functionalities provided by potassium lactate.
CapBlock® is a naturally produced from brown rice which is liquified, naturally fermented using probiotics and then dried into a ready-to-use soluble powder.
CapBlock® is 100% natural mould inhibitor, shelf-life extender, flavour enhancer, prebiotic, and a powerful clean label anti-microbial agent.
CapBlock® powder is highly potent against moulds and bacteria.
CapBlock® powder is highly effective at enhancing shelf life, preventing mould growth, retarding microbial growth and does not negatively impact on product sensory characteristics. In fact, CapBlock® has been found to enhance your product’s overall product sensory.
CapBlock® Powder is highly effective at low dosage rates of 0.75% to 2%.
CapBlock® is 100% clean label, gluten free, diary free and allergen free.
CapBlock® is labeled as Cultured Brown Rice, Brown Rice.
Functionalities
Certificates
Why CapBlock®?
CapBlock® is a versatile and multifunctional clean label ingredient with numerous applications in the food industry.
- Antimicrobial agent: CapBlock® is highly effective against molds, bacteria, and some yeasts, helping to maintain food safety and prevent spoilage.
- Shelf-life extender: By inhibiting microbial growth, CapBlock® effectively prolongs the shelf life of various food products.
- Flavor enhancer: CapBlock® acts as a natural flavor enhancer, improving the overall taste and sensory appeal of food products.
- Humectant: CapBlock® can help retain moisture in food products, maintaining their freshness, texture, and quality.
- pH regulator: As a natural fermentation product, CapBlock® can help regulate pH levels in food, which is essential for preserving taste, texture, and appearance.
- Buffering agent: CapBlock® can act as a buffering agent, contributing to a stable pH in food products and improving their overall quality.
CapBlock® is a unique, multifunctional clean label ingredient that offers a wide range of benefits for food manufacturers, including antimicrobial action, shelf-life extension, flavor enhancement, prebiotic properties, moisture retention, pH regulation, and buffering. Its natural production process and simple labeling make it an attractive choice for developing clean label products that cater to the growing demand for transparency, quality, and health benefits in the food industry.
CapBlock® is a unique, clean label ingredient with a range of features that make it an attractive choice for food manufacturers. Here is a comprehensive list of its features:
- Clean label:CapBlock® is 100% natural, gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-free, making it suitable for use in clean label food products.
- Versatile functionality: CapBlock® offers a wide range of functional benefits, including antimicrobial action, shelf-life extension, flavor enhancement, prebiotic properties, moisture retention, pH regulation, and buffering.
- Natural origin: CapBlock® is derived from brown rice through a natural fermentation process using probiotics, aligning with consumer preferences for minimally processed ingredients.
- Soluble powder form: CapBlock® is available as a ready-to-use soluble powder, making it easy to incorporate into various food formulations.
- Effective at low dosage rates: CapBlock® is highly effective at low dosage rates, allowing manufacturers to achieve desired results without using large amounts of the ingredient.
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial action: CapBlock® is highly potent against molds, bacteria, and some yeasts, ensuring enhanced shelf life and food safety.
- Prebiotic benefits: CapBlock® contains prebiotic properties, supporting gut health and promoting overall well-being by fostering the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
- Easy-to-understand labeling: CapBlock® can be labeled as cultured brown rice or brown rice, allowing for a clean and easily recognizable ingredient list that appeals to health-conscious consumers.
- Suitable for various applications: CapBlock®’s multifunctional properties make it suitable for a wide range of applications across the food industry, including baked goods, meat products, dairy products, beverages, sauces and dressings, fermented foods, snack foods, prepared meals, confectionery, and pet food.
CapBlock® is a unique, clean label ingredient with a comprehensive set of features that cater to the growing demand for transparency, quality, and health benefits in the food industry. Its natural origin, versatile functionality, and straightforward labeling make it an attractive choice for food manufacturers looking to develop high-quality products with minimal processing and easily understandable ingredient lists.
CapBlock®’s multifunctional properties make it suitable for various applications across the food industry. Here is a comprehensive list of its potential applications:
- Baked goods: CapBlock® can be used in bread, cakes, pastries, and other baked products to extend shelf life, prevent mold growth, and enhance flavor.
- Meat products: CapBlock® can be incorporated into fresh, processed, and cooked meat products such as sausages, deli meats, and patties to inhibit microbial growth, extend shelf life, and improve taste.
- Dairy products: CapBlock® can be added to yogurt, cheese, and other dairy products to prevent spoilage, enhance flavor, and provide prebiotic benefits.
- Beverages: CapBlock® can be utilized in fruit juices, smoothies, and other beverages to maintain freshness, extend shelf life, and improve flavor.
- Sauces and dressings: CapBlock® can be incorporated into salad dressings, sauces, and condiments to enhance flavor, inhibit microbial growth, and extend product shelf life.
- Fermented foods: CapBlock® can be used in fermented products like sauerkraut, kimchi, and pickles to regulate pH levels, maintain product quality, and improve taste.
- Snack foods: CapBlock® can be applied to snacks like crackers, chips, and popcorn to maintain freshness, inhibit mold growth, and enhance flavor.
- Prepared meals: CapBlock® can be added to ready-to-eat and frozen meals to extend shelf life, prevent microbial growth, and improve flavor.
- Confectionery: CapBlock® can be incorporated into candies, chocolate, and other confectionery items to maintain product quality, extend shelf life, and enhance flavor.
- Pet food: CapBlock® can be used in pet food formulations to prevent spoilage, maintain freshness, and provide prebiotic benefits for improved pet health.
These applications showcase the versatility of CapBlock® as a clean label ingredient in various food sectors. By offering benefits such as shelf-life extension, antimicrobial action, flavor enhancement, and prebiotic properties, CapBlock® is an attractive option for food manufacturers looking to develop high-quality products that cater to consumer demand for transparency, health benefits, and minimal processing.
Lower
Costs
CapBlock® reduces overall costs at a low dosage rate.
Block Moulds/Bacteria
CapBlock® is a potent clean label anti-microbial agent while enhancing overall product sensory.
Enhance
Shelf Life
CapBlock® has been proven effective to guarantee and enhance shelf life without resorting to nasty chemical preservatives.
CapBlock® Features
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CapBlock®?
CapBlock® is a completely natural preservative, flavour enhancer and clean label mould inhibitor which is used to extend the shelf life in various food applications.
CapBlock® is produced by a unique fermentation process of Brown Rice and Propionibacterium.
CapBlock® is a proprietary blend of short-chain organic acids, naturally fermented metabolites and prebiotic.
What's the advantage of using CapBlock® ?
CapBlock® is effective at enhancing shelf life at low dosages, disperses extremely well throughout the food matrix, enhances flavours, no effect on leavening performance of baking powder, reduces yeast consumption, is 100% soluble, suitable in both hot/cold process applications and promotes gut health.
CapBlock® is used as a natural replacement of cultured dextrose and replaces chemical additives such as sorbates and benzoates.
How is CapBlock® labeled?
CapBlock® is labelled as Cultured Brown Rice.
How long is CapBlock®'s shelf life?
CapBlock® has a shelf life of 18 months at ambient temperature.
How much should we use CapBlock® in a product formula?
The recommended usage for CapBlock® is 0.75% -2% in a food formulation.
What are the applications of CapBlock®?
CapBlock® Cultured Brown Rice Powder Blend, is used in all baking, bread, pasta, meat, smallgoods, dairy products, health snacks, cheese, dips, beverage applications, and much more...
Packaging Options
| Product Name | Pack Sizes |
|---|---|
| CapBlock® Powder | 10kg Pail, 25kg Bag |
CapBlock®
Benefits
Bacteria Block
Mould Prevention
Anti-Microbial Agent
Shelf Life Extension
Preservatives Free
Enhance Sensory
