Issue 4 2018

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Taiyo: the functional ingredient specialist
Natural ingredients that combine health benefits, high levels of
functionality and great taste: these are the core competences of the
Japanese ingredient manufacturer Taiyo. Since its foundation in 1946,
Taiyo has established itself as a leading supplier to the nutrition,
nutraceutical and pharmaceutical industries. The company offers a
portfolio of functional ingredients including soluble fiber, egg- and
tea-based products, superfruit extracts, emulsifiers and stabilisers.
Naturalness is a common thread throughout the entire value chain: no
chemical substances are used during the cultivation or processing of
the raw materials, which are, in addition, guaranteed to be GMO-free.
In line with current trends, a growing assortment of ingredients with
organic certification completes the range.
Global Presence
Headquartered in Yokkaichi, Japan, and with distribution offices in
Asia (Japan, Thailand, Korea, India, China), as well as in the USA
and Germany, the company has a local presence in key markets.
Taiyo’s ingredients are produced in seven production plants in Japan,
Korea, China and India. Relocated in early 2016 from Filderstadt
near Stuttgart to Schwelm, the German subsidiary is responsible for
serving the EMEA region. Managing Director of Taiyo GmbH is Dr
Stefan Siebrecht, who has more than 20 years of experience in the
field of micronutrients.
Research and Development
Taiyo continuously invests in research projects to advance the
development of innovative ingredients and to strengthen its
position as a pioneer in the market. The company supports various
international symposia and promotes the exchange of science and
technology among professionals all over the world. Taiyo Kagaku R&D
Center, the proprietary research facility, provides the capacity to
bring product concepts to market as quickly as possible. According
to the motto ‘Imagine, Desire, Create,’ the company focuses on the
continuous development of innovative natural ingredients that meet
the requirements of both manufacturers and consumers.
Offering consulting services throughout the entire value chain, Taiyo
supports manufacturers from initial idea to ready-for-sale product in
areas such as technical properties, sensory design, marketing and
regulatory issues. With its comprehensive formulation and application
know-how, the company supplies tailor-made solutions for a variety of
end products.
Sustainability
Sustainability is a crucial pillar of Taiyo’s corporate philosophy, with a
strong focus on controlled and partly organically certified cultivation,
as well as careful raw material processing. This commitment was
recently recognized by the Bombay Chamber of Commerce, who
presented Taiyo Lucid, the Indian production plant for the soluble
fibre, Sunfiber ® , with a ‘Good Corporate Citizen Award 2015–16’.
Taiyo Lucid’s sustainability program, which benefits both nature
and society, is highly honored by the award. It begins with the local
farmers who grow the guar bean, the raw material for Taiyo’s soluble
fiber. They are taught how to plant the beans as sustainably as
possible, while maintaining the highest quality standards. As a result,
the farmers are able to deliver organically produced raw materials
that meet both US (United States Department of Agriculture) and EU
regulatory requirements.
Versatile use
Stable against heat and oxidation
and less likely to coagulate,
SunActive ® Mg can be used
in a wide range of solid food,
beverages, infant nutrition or food
supplements. Being absorbed
independently from calcium,
SunActive ® Mg can be used for
the magnesium fortification of
milk and dairy products such as
curd cheeses and dairy desserts.
It also works well with dairy
alternatives including plant-based
soy or almond drinks.
Given that an adequate supply
contributes to the maintenance
of normal muscle function
and cardiac health, improves
cognitive performance and helps
to maintain the normal condition
of bones and teeth, magnesium
fortification plays an important
role in food supplements for
older consumers and anti-aging
products. It’s also essential for
sports nutrition products. As
the physical stress of exercise
elevates urinary and sweat
losses, it increases magnesium
requirements. Sports nutrition
products with appropriate
magnesium concentrations
help to release muscle tension,
reduce fatigue and replenish the
body’s mineral deposits. Last
but not least, magnesium acts
as an integral part of anti-stress
products too.
In conclusion, magnesium is more
important than most people know.
No other mineral deficiency has
such serious consequences or is
so overlooked and underrated.
To ensure optimal magnesium
supply via oral consumption, the
enrichment of different products
with SunActive ® Mg can be
beneficial and support a healthier
lifestyle. n
Dr Stephan Siebrecht
Managing Director
Taiyo GmbH
www.taiyogmbh.com
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