Galacto-Oligosaccharide Powder

What is Galactooligosaccharides?

Galactooligosaccharides (GOS) are functional oligosaccharides typically produced through the enzymatic conversion of lactose. With their prebiotic properties, they are widely used in infant formula, dairy products, functional beverages, and dietary supplements.

Benefits

1.Prebiotic Properties: Helps promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
2.Gut Health Support: Supports a balanced gut microbiota and digestive health.
3.Dietary Fiber Enrichment: Helps increase dietary fiber content in food formulations.
4.Mild Sweetness: Provides a mild sweet taste for a variety of food applications.
5.Versatile Applications: Suitable for infant formula, dairy products, beverages, and functional foods.

Applications

Physical Properties

Item Description
Appearance Colorless to light yellow liquid or white to off-white powder, depending on the product form
Odor Neutral or slightly characteristic odor
Taste Mildly sweet
Solubility Highly soluble in water
Sweetness Lower than sucrose; varies depending on GOS content and composition
Moisture According to product specifications
pH According to product specifications
Product Form Liquid syrup or powder
Shelf Life Typically 12–24 months, depending on product form and manufacturer
Storage Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container; protect from moisture and direct sunlight

Note: Physical properties and specifications may vary by grade and manufacturer. Please refer to the product specification sheet (TDS) for exact values.

Item Solids 90
Model 90
Dry matter % /
Oligogalactose (galacto-oligosaccharide to galacto-oligosaccharide octangles) ≥ 90
Moisture %, ≤ /
pH value 2.8-6.0
Lactose+monosaccharide content (in dry basis) ≤ 10
Ash %, ≤ 0.3
Arsenic (as As) (mg/kg), ≤ 0.5
Lead (as Pb) (mg/kg), ≤ 0.15