Oat β-Glucan is a functional soluble dietary fiber polysaccharide extracted from selected oat bran through controlled purification and separation technology. It is widely applicable in various food processing systems, where it provides dietary fiber enrichment while maintaining good formulation adaptability across different manufacturing processes.

In food production, oat β-glucan can be incorporated into both dry and wet processing systems, showing good compatibility with starches, proteins, fats, and other common food ingredients. It can be used in a wide range of processed foods where fiber fortification and nutritional enhancement are required.

Unlike conventional food additives, this product is approved as a new food raw material (Announcement No. 20 of 2014), positioning it as a clean-label functional ingredient rather than a chemical additive.

Functional Characteristics in Food Processing

• Suitable for multi-system food processing applications
• Compatible with dry-mix, wet-mix, and semi-solid systems
• Provides soluble dietary fiber enrichment in processed foods
• Maintains stable functionality across common food manufacturing conditions
• Natural β-1,3 / β-1,4 glucan structure with recognized health relevance
• EFSA reference intake support: ≥3 g/day for cholesterol-related benefit
• Clean-label compliant ingredient for modern food formulation
• Broad compatibility with standard food ingredients

Typical Applications

• Bakery and baked goods
• Snack foods
• Dairy and plant-based products
• Confectionery systems
• Nutrition-enriched processed foods

Processing Guidance

Oat β-Glucan can be added during standard food formulation stages, including pre-mixing, blending, or hydration steps depending on product type. It disperses well in both dry and aqueous systems and integrates effectively into multi-ingredient formulations.

Recommended intake: ≤ 5 g/day
For cholesterol-related functional positioning: ≥ 3 g/day (EFSA reference level)

Storage & Shelf Life

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment.
Keep packaging tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Shelf life: 24 months