Applications
Pullulan polysaccharide is easily soluble in water, can be prepared into about 10% solution with distilled water or cold boiled water, and then added into food;
can be compounded with other food colloids.
Food industry:
Coating agent: used for confectionery and chocolate coating to extend shelf life and improve appearance.
Thickeners: stabilize suspended particles of beverages (e.g. fruit juices) and improve the taste of dairy products.
Preservative: sprayed on the surface of fruits and eggs to form a protective film to delay oxidation.
Cosmetic industry:
Masks and skin care products: as a film-forming agent to provide moisturizing and firming effects, often used in leave-on masks or serums.
Hair Styling: Replaces traditional resins to provide natural shine and easy to clean.
Pharmaceuticals:
Botanical Capsules: Replaces gelatin in vegetarian capsules or formulations for sensitive populations, complying with EU standards.
Pharmaceutical carriers: slow release of drugs or protection of active ingredients (e.g. Vitamin C) against discoloration.
Industrial applications:
Eco-packaging: production of biodegradable films, coatings or disposable tableware to reduce plastic pollution.
Adhesives: used in tobacco flakes or coatings for building materials to improve strength and water resistance.
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