Stachyose

What is Stachyose ?

Stachyose is a naturally occurring functional oligosaccharide belonging to the raffinose family of oligosaccharides (RFOs). With prebiotic properties, it is commonly used in the development of functional foods, dietary supplements, and health food products.

Benefits

1.Prebiotic Properties
Supports the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
2.Gut Health Support
Helps maintain intestinal microbiota balance.
3.Low Digestibility
Passes to the colon and serves as a food source for beneficial bacteria.
4.Functional Ingredient
Suitable for dietary supplements, functional foods, and beverages.
5.Plant-Based Origin
Naturally sourced and suitable for clean-label products.

Applications

Physical Properties

Item Description
Appearance White to off-white powder
Odor Mild characteristic odor
Taste Mild sweet taste
Solubility Freely soluble in water
Sweetness Approximately 20–30% sweetness compared with sucrose
Main Component Stachyose ≥ specified content (according to product grade)
Moisture ≤ 5% (typical)
Particle Size Customized according to customer requirements
pH (1% solution) 5.0–7.0 (typical)
Storage Condition Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and direct sunlight
Shelf Life 24 months under recommended storage conditions