Next-generation ingredient: CP Kelco to debut dietary fiber ingredient at FiE

27 Nov 2019 --- CP Kelco, a supplier of nature-based ingredient solutions, is launching a new product line at the Food Ingredients Europe (FiE) exposition in Paris next week. Nutrava Citrus Fiber is a clean label ingredient that is sustainably sourced, produced from intact citrus peels, and does not require an E number in Europe, says the company.

“At FiE, we will be demonstrating how Nutrava Citrus Fiber can provide water-binding capacity, viscosity, suspension and emulsion stabilization while also contributing to dietary fiber intake,” says Susanne Sörgel, Senior Director of the Pectin and Carrageenan Strategic Platform at CP Kelco.

CP Kelco will offer tastings of a low-fat, vegan mayonnaise containing Nutrava Citrus Fiber as an alternative to egg, gum stabilizers and starch. A fruit-flavored drink will also be on offer to demonstrate the new ingredient’s functionality in reduced-sugar beverages. 

Developed in response to continuing consumer demand for food and beverage products with fewer ingredients, less sugar and fat, Nutrava Citrus Fiber can help manufacturers of these products meet clean label requirements while achieving critical functionality that ensures their desired taste and texture. Key applications include condiments, dressings, soups and fruit-flavored drinks. 

“This novel fiber will become a key go-to ingredient in the product developer’s toolbox,” explains Jérôme Béra, Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at CP Kelco. “Our journey with Nutrava Citrus Fiber is just beginning – we’re excited about its potential based on positive feedback and collaboration from trials conducted with partners around the globe. We look forward to continuing to explore the possibilities for Nutrava Citrus Fiber with formulators across many application segments.” 

CP Kelco’s Lead Project Manager in Innovation for the Citrus Fiber project, Heidi Munck Graversen, is also a featured speaker during the Fi Conference, focusing on clean label reformulation. 

In addition, CP Kelco has been named a finalist for the Fi Innovation Awards 2019 in the category of Diversity and Inclusion. The award recognizes a company for creating a work environment that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of gender, race, religious background, sexual orientation and physical or mental ability. Winners will be announced on December 3 at the show. 

Edited by Elizabeth Green