Biorigin Enlarges Promotion of Beta Glucan Product in Europe

10 Sep 2013 --- Biorigin, a Brazilian expert in beta-glucan technology since 1999, intend to develop the promotion of Goldcell Beta Glucan as food ingredient to the European market.

Goldcell beta-glucan consists of highly purified yeast beta-glucans that are derived from the cell walls of Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker’s yeast). The FSAI stated that: “Goldcell Beta Glucan is substantially equivalent to insoluble beta-glucans authorized through Commission implementing decision 2011/762/EU” and can be used within the maximum levels in the foods specified in Annex II of that decision, which include foods for general purposes, dietary supplements and foods for particular nutritional purposes.

Created in 2003, Biorigin is a Brazilian company concerned about people´s health and well-being. The company’s structure is fully dedicated to the development of innovative sustainable solutions based on biotechnology. Biorigin is part of Zilor, a more than 65-year old successful business listed in the #200 Brazilian’s major corporate groups. Zilor transforms sugarcane in natural food ingredients and clean energy, respecting the environment and the communities where the company operates.