Yeast Extract

Yeast Extract

Additional information

Product Name

Yeast Extract

CAS No.

8013-13-2

Source

Enzymatically autolyzed yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)

Appearance

Yellowish to yellow-brown fine powder

Solubility

Easily soluble in water (>99%)

Key Benefits

✅ Clean-label flavor enhancer
✅ Supports gut microbiota growth in fermentation
✅ Non-GMO, allergen-free, vegan-compatible
✅ High protein & glutathione content
✅ Enhances umami without MSG or synthetic additives

Main Applications

🍜 Food Seasonings & Condiments
🧃 Processed Food & Beverage
💊 Nutraceuticals & Health Products
🧫 Microbial Fermentation Medium

Product Details

✅ Yeast Extract – Natural Nutritional Flavor Enhancer for Food, Health & Fermentation

A water-soluble, protein-rich extract from yeast, rich in peptides, amino acids, glutathione, and natural nucleotides. Widely used in food seasoning, biotechnology, health supplements, and microbial fermentation.


🌿 Product Overview

Yeast Extract is a yellow-brown water-soluble powder derived from autolyzed yeast cells. It is known for its umami-rich flavor, high content of amino acids and peptides, and beneficial nutrients like B-vitamins and glutathione. Produced through eco-friendly enzymatic processes enhanced by natural chitosan, it serves as a safe, natural, and effective ingredient in food seasoning, fermentation, and health nutrition.


🔍 Basic Information

Item Description
Product Name Yeast Extract
CAS No. 8013-13-2
Origin Enzymatically autolyzed yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)
Appearance Yellowish to yellow-brown fine powder
Odor Typical fermented yeast aroma
Solubility Easily soluble in water (>99%)
Storage Store in a cool, dry place in sealed packaging

🧪 Specification (Based on COA)​

Test Item Specification Result
Appearance Yellowish to yellow-brown powder Complies
Total Nitrogen (%) ≥9.0 10.4
Moisture (%) ≤6.0 4.2
pH (2% sol.) 4.5–6.5 5.7
Salt (%) ≤5 Complies
Water Solubility ≥99% Complies
Insoluble Matter (%) ≤0.2 Complies
Ash (%) ≤12 Complies
Heavy Metals (ppm) ≤10 Complies
Lead / Arsenic / Cadmium / Mercury Within limits Complies
Total Plate Count ≤3000 cfu/g Complies
Yeast & Mold ≤100 cfu/g Complies
Coliform ≤0.3 cfu/g Complies

💧 Physicochemical Properties

  • ✔️ Fully water-soluble

  • ✔️ Free from cholesterol and saturated fat

  • ✔️ Rich in amino acids, peptides, B-complex vitamins

  • ✔️ Naturally boosts flavor and nutrition

  • ✔️ Stable under thermal and pH processing conditions


🎯 Key Benefits

✅ Clean-label flavor enhancer
✅ Supports gut microbiota growth in fermentation
✅ Non-GMO, allergen-free, vegan-compatible
✅ High protein & glutathione content
✅ Enhances umami without MSG or synthetic additives


🌐 Applications & Dosage Forms

🍜 Food Seasonings & Condiments

  • Use: Natural umami enhancer in bouillons, soups, sauces

  • Dosage: 0.5–2% depending on formulation

  • Function: Boosts savory taste, replaces MSG, improves mouthfeel

🧃 Processed Food & Beverage

  • Use: Meat products, ready meals, savory snacks, plant-based foods

  • Dosage: 0.3–1.5%

  • Function: Balances flavor, enhances salt perception, extends shelf life

💊 Nutraceuticals & Health Products

  • Use: Source of B-vitamins, amino acids in nutritional supplements

  • Dosage: 500–2000 mg/day

  • Form: Powders, capsules, blends for energy and wellness

🧫 Microbial Fermentation Medium

  • Use: Nitrogen-rich substrate for probiotics, enzymes, antibiotics production

  • Dosage: 0.5–2% in fermentation broth

  • Advantage: Consistent growth, high bioavailability of nutrients


🔄 Yeast Extract Production Flowchart

Raw Yeast Fermentation
→ Cultivation of Saccharomyces cerevisiae under controlled conditions

Autolysis Activation
→ Self-digestion of yeast cells accelerated by chitosan-enhanced bioprocess

Filtration & Concentration
→ Removal of insoluble cell debris, protein-rich extract concentrated

Drying
→ Spray-drying to obtain fine, free-flowing powder

Quality Control
→ Testing for nitrogen content, heavy metals, microbiology, solubility

Packaging
→ Packed in 25 kg drums under dry, sealed condition


💼 Why Choose Chibio Biotech?

🌱 Clean & Functional Extraction

No solvent residue, chitosan-enhanced bio-extraction ensures safety and efficiency.

🧪 Superior Quality Assurance

Full COA including total nitrogen, solubility, heavy metals, microbial load.

🏭 Food & Pharma Grade Production

ISO-certified facility, 100% traceability, compliant with global food safety standards.

🌍 Global Distribution Ready

Bulk availability, OEM labeling, custom blends, and fermentation-grade variants.


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