We aim for zero synthetic preservatives to meet the growing global consumer demand!
At Suntory Beverage & Food International, we are searching for natural substances that possess antibacterial and static antibacterial properties against mold and yeast. We have a particular interest in natural antibacterial and static antibacterial substances derived from plants. Additionally, we are also interested in natural antibacterial and static antibacterial substances made from microorganisms (such as lactic acid bacteria, yeast, koji mold, and mushrooms) that have been safely used in food applications. There are no specific restrictions regarding the form of transaction. We welcome collaborative development with academic partners or proposals for products that are already on the market. 【Main Selection Criteria (Partial)】 <Essential Requirements> ■ It is necessary to provide samples for internal evaluation. ■ The proposed materials must have a proven track record of safe use in food applications, and there must be no safety concerns. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.
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【Other Main Selection Criteria (Partial)】 <Ideal Conditions> ■ Possesses experimental results for MIC against molds and yeasts (preferably <1,000 ppm) ■ High solubility in water, stable across a wide pH range (preferably 5 to 4.0) and high temperatures (stable for several seconds at 90-100°C) ■ Does not compromise the color, taste, or aroma of beverages ■ Capable of mass production or has a high potential for mass production <Excluded Technologies and Material Areas> ■ Chitosan, saponins, natamycin, nisin, benzoic acid, sorbic acid ■ Proposals for unverified ideas or concepts ■ Components that must be labeled as "preservatives" ■ Substances with E numbers (for the European market) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.
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【Expected Technology and Material Areas】 ■ Natural ingredients, natural extracts, or fermented products from plants, fruits, and vegetables ■ Microbial-derived components and their metabolites ■ Composite technologies of the above *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.
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