Clean Label Meat Solutions
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Market Review Clean Label Definition There are no standards or regulations controlled by any governing body. A subjective perception of food labeling that is understood by consumer(s) to be either right or wrong. In other words, consumers will know it when they see it whether the product is wholesome, minimally processed and transparent about what a product contains. (recognizable ingredients) Clean label definition varies internationally and by food manufacturer s clean label policies which are determined by the end customer (e.g. grocery, consumer) In some countries, clean label expands into health implications Removing allergens (e.g. soy, etc.) Removing unhealthy components hydrogenated fats Some marketers are using the words artisan, clean, earth-friendly, local, pure, and simple to support the products positioning 3
Market Review Clean Label Market Statistics Innova findings suggest that 73% of US consumers think that it is important to have recognisable ingredients in the foods they eat, as well as foods that they would stock at home. Some 28% of consumers also admit to finding a clean label important when purchasing foods. This could include statements such as organic, non-gmo or hormone-free, as well as more established claims of no artificial ingredients. Over 20% of the new products introduced in the United States in 2014 featured a clean label positioning, up from 17% in 2013. (Innova, 2014) Clean label was one of the 2015 IFT Annual Expo Top 10 Trends 4
Market Review Targeted Ingredients Sweeteners High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) Artificial Sweeteners Colors & Flavors Artificial Colors & Flavors Preservatives Thickeners Gums and Gum Systems Modified Food Starches Chemical Stabilizers Emulsifiers Chemical-based emulsifiers Fats Hydrogenated Fats Allergens Soy, Dairy, Wheat, etc. 5
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Formulating Guidance Targeting Ingredient Replacement Citri-Fi products are used in conjunction with other ingredients to achieve the replaced ingredients functionality Example: Citri-Fi + Native Rice Starch used in place of phosphate to achieve yield improvement in injected meats Example: Citri-Fi + Native Tapioca Starch used in place chemical emulsifiers within gluten-free baked goods to achieve moisture retention & natural emulsification stabilization Targeting Product Functionality Citri-Fi products can be used solo or in conjunction with other ingredients to enhance the targeted functionalities. Example: Citri-Fi 100FG used to improve pulpy texture and thickness in fruit-based smoothies 7
Meats Category Food Application Benefits Replacement Ingredient Citri-Fi Products Injected/Tumbled (Poultry, Ham Pork, Beef) Note: Restrictions by needle size Enhanced Yield Reduced Purge Juicy Texture Moisture Retention Phosphate Carrageenan Chemical Stabilizers 100M40 100M40 300M40 100 Series Ground/Formed Enhanced Yield Reduced Purge Juicy Texture Moisture Retention Soy Products Phosphate Soy Products 100M40 100 Series 125FG 150 200 Series 100 Series 125FG 150 200 Series 8
Replacing Phosphates: Meats 9
Injected Meats: Phosphate Replacement 10
Injected Meats: Phosphate Replacement Citri-Fi 100M40 and rice starch can be utilized to replace phosphates in injected chicken to reduce purge, increase yield and quality. 11
Replacing Chemical Stabilizers 12
Gyro Meats Chemical Stabilizer Replacement Adobe Photo Stock 13
Gyro Meats Chemical Stabilizer Replacement Key Benefits Reduce drip-loss during cooking Improved cook yield A juicier and flavorful end product No E-number 14
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