Vitamin based

They are able to slow down the lipid oxidation process at its different phases and avoid the appearance of lipid free radicals and lipid hydroperoxides so they delay the development of oxidative rancidity.

Danisco markets

• pure form of ascorbyl palmitate as GRINDOX™ ASCORBYL PALMITATE KOSHER
• ascorbyl palmitate, natural mixed tocopherols and alpha-tocopherol as part of tailored blends in the GRINDOX™ blends range

The key customer benefit is shelf life improvement or extension by delaying oxidative rancidity.

Additional benefits are:

• consumer-friendly alternatives (regarded as vitamin in some countries) to traditional antioxidants
• consistent product quality from batch to batch by minimising variation in taste, odour, colour and texture
• no loss in nutritional value

We surely have the right solution for your needs within our range of:

• GRINDOX™ ASCORBYL PALMITATE KOSHER as a pure vitamin-based antioxidant
• GRINDOX™ blends as an antioxidant solution for optimum cost effective benefits. Each of our solutions typically contains one or more antioxidants, a chelator and a carrier system - often incorporating Danisco emulsifiers for better distribution in the food product.

Component type of GRINDOX™ blend	Product	Functionalities	Customer benefits
Vitamin-based antioxidants	Ascorbyl palmitate Natural mixed tocopherols Alpha-tocopherol	Delay of lipid oxidation	Shelf life extension Quality consistency from batch to batch No nutritional loss
Traditional antioxidants	BHA BHT TBHQ Propyl gallate	Synergistic effects between selected antioxidants	Cost reduction
Chelators	Citric acid Citric acid monoglyceride ester	Inactivation of metal ions which catalyse the initiation of oxidation process	Shelf life extension
Carriers	Emulsifiers Vegetable oil	Make antioxidant distribution uniform Easier incorporation in liquid, paste or powder forms	Optimum antioxidant effect Easy to use blends, fat-soluble or water-dispersible

Depending on the food matrix, several forms are available for easier and optimised use:

• oil-soluble
• water-dispersible
• powder, liquid, granulated

Enhancing your product quality by: 

• using the right antioxidant solution
• handling carefully
• using the right process
• working with the right equipment

Main application areas

• fats and oils
• margarines and spreads
• snacks
• soups and sauces
• dressings and marinades
• processed meat and fish products
• bakery products such as cereals, biscuits and crackers

Vitamin-based numbers for labelling

Antioxidant	E-number	US FDA
Ascorbyl Palmitate	E-304	182.3149 (GRAS)
Natural mixed tocopherols	E-306	182.3890 (GRAS)
Alpha-tocopherol	E-307	184.1890 (GRAS)