Product Name: Inulin

Molecular Formula: C18H32O16

Molecular Weight: 504.44

CAS No.: 9005-80-5

EINECS: 232-684-3

Description

Inulin is a kind of reserved polysaccharide, mainly extracted from plants.There are more than 36,000 plants contains inulin, which include Asteraceae, Campanulaceae and gentianaceae etc. 11 species in dicotyledon also liliaceaeand gramineae in monocotyledon.  Expect starch, inulin is another energy storage form in plants, it' s an ideal raw material for functional foods, also a very good raw material for producing FOS, polufructose, high-fructose syrup and crystalline fructose. Inulin is a reserve polysaccharide in plants. It is a natural fructan carbohydrate contained in plants. It is another from energy storage for plants other than starch. It is natural prebiotics, in addition to the efficacy of prebiotics, it is also metabolized in the intestine to produce short-chain fatty acids. 

Benefits

Inulin is kind of natural prebiotics, which metabolizes in the intestinal tract to produce SCFAs.

1)     Inulin is prebiotic & water- soluble dietary fiber.

2)     Balancing the intestinal dysbacteriosis.

3)     Improving mouthfeel as fat replacer.

4)     Enhancing mineral absorption, especially Calcium and Magnesium.

5)     Controlling blood sugar &.Improve immunity system