It is an unfortunate fact that the market continues to be flooded with claims of cheap, high-activity bromelain. Most of this goes into the dietary supplement market rather than the food processing market. The reason is simple: in the food processing market, the proof of performance, or rather lack of performance, is immediate. For example, when a hydrolyzed protein is …
Institute of Food Technology 2024 convention and Expo – “fireside chat” Economic Adulteration of Bromelain: A discussion on food safety and food fraud issues Bromelain has been in use in the USA since the late 1960’s. EDC has been involved with Bromelain since that time. It is used in food processing, nutraceuticals, and pharma applications. Bromelain activity is measured by …
The final ruling recently issued by the FDA on “Gluten Free” claims for fermented and hydrolyzed foods has restricted the choice of enzymes that can meet this claim. As a result of this regulation change companies are being forced to search for alternatives for enzymes used for decades for specific applications such as flavor production. The FDA decision mandates that …
Enzymes are used in animal feeds to maximize the feed value and to support the digestive function of the animal. The primary economic reason for using enzymes in the feed is that they allow the animal to convert feed to weight, lowering the overall cost of the final animal. A secondary reason is the environmental impact of better feed conversion. Production of …
The reason for this blog is to state that the GDU assay method is useless in confirming the presence of bromelain. We have proven beyond a doubt that a sample can have a result of 2400+GDU/gram but contain zero bromelain. Enzyme Development Corporation has been involved with Bromelain since the early 1970’s. Our primary markets for bromelain have been and …
PRESS RELEASE Ficin has been sold generally as a powder preparation. EDC announces the availability of a standardized liquid ficin preparation. Enzeco® Ficin Liquid 50K is suitable for use in protein hydrolysis, especially plant based proteins for use in meat alternatives, gelatin hydrolysis and EMC’s (Enzyme Modified Cheeses). Enzeco® Ficin Liquid 50K works well on milk proteins as well as …
Enzyme Development Corporation is pleased to announce that Mr. Brian Murdoch will be assuming the title of company President, effective January 1, 2024. Previously, Mr. Murdoch was the company’s Vice President. He also brings to the company extensive experience in fermentation and industrial enzyme applications. Mr. Peter Moodie will be assuming the title of Senior Management Advisor and will remain …
Introduction – Enzymes are used in a wide range of industries: from infant nutrition to pet food, dairy products to milk alternatives, meat tenderizing to plant-based proteins, bakery products to dietary supplements. As the number of applications continues to grow and become more specialized, selecting the appropriate enzyme is critical. There are numerous enzymes available from many suppliers, which can …
EDC has developed a process to remove most odor-causing compounds associated with Papaya and Papain. The end product is papain with a significantly lower papain aroma, no added sulfites, and is OMRI listed for use in organic food processing. It is well known that papain has always had a very strong odor due to the sulfur compounds that are naturally …
Enzyme Development Corporation (EDC) will be at Pet Food Forum from May 1 to May 3 in Kansas City, MO. In addition to our 30th year at Pet Food Forum (PFF), EDC is also celebrating our 70th anniversary. If you plan on attending the show, please stop by our booth, 1516! Enzymes play an important role in the pet food …