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Monkfroot® - The innovation for natural sweetness
Monkfroot® - The Monk Fruit product that is not a Novel Food .
The time has finally come! In an important regulatory update, it was announced that monk fruit ( Luo Han Guo), especially in the form of a non-selective aqueous decoction, is no longer considered a novel food.
Background and effects
Monk fruit ( Luo Han Guo), known for its natural sweetness and low calorie content, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. However, its use as a food ingredient in the EU was previously restricted under the European Union's Novel Food Regulations, which require a comprehensive safety assessment for foods that were not widely used in the EU before May 1997. The new regulation exempts monk fruit ( Luo Han Guo) from these restrictions and allows its use in a wider range of foods and beverages in the EU without prior authorization.
The innovation: Monkfroot® - Monk Fruit Dekokt
Monkfroot® brings the powerful sweetness of Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo, Siraitia grosvenorii) directly into your product development projects. Our Monk Fruit decoction is a reliable, natural alternative to sugar and is perfect for a wide range of applications in food and beverage production.
Available as a powder and in liquid form, Monkfroot® delivers up to 20 times the sweetening power of sugar, depending on the pH value of your end product. Monkfroot® helps you to develop products with less sugar, fewer calories and a clear focus on natural ingredients.
Overview of the various Monkfroot® products :
Product | Item no. | Color | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
Monkfroot® (Monk Fruit, Luo Han Guo) Concentrated Monk Fruit Decoction | 3563 | Yellow liquid | 20 kg bags |
Monkfroot® (Monk Fruit, Luo Han Guo) Concentrated Monk Fruit Decoction ORGANIC / Coming soon | 80041 | Yellow liquid | 20 kg bags |
Monkfroot® (Monk Fruit, Luo Han Guo) Powdered Monk Fruit Decoction | 3564 | Natural brown powder | 20 kg bags |
Monkfroot® (Monk Fruit, Luo Han Guo) Powdered Monk Fruit Decoction | 3564W | White Powder | 20 kg bags |
Monkfroot® (Monk Fruit, Luo Han Guo) Powdered Monk Fruit Decoction spray dried on Vitriose® | 3591 | Yellow Powder | 20 kg bags |
What is a decoction?
A decoction is an extract made by slowly boiling plant material in water. This process is used to extract the valuable ingredients from roots, barks or hard parts of plants. In the case of Monkfroot, this naturally extracts the sweetness of the monk fruit for use in your products.
Monkfroot® - Outstanding sweetening properties
Thanks to its high concentration, Monkfroot® offers an intense, natural sweetness that can be ideally adapted to different recipes. Whether you are making dairy products, drinks, snacks or desserts, Monkfroot helps you to sweeten your products without compromise.
Monkfroot® - Renowned manufacturer
The manufacturer of Monkfroot® works with the core technology of self-developed and patented innovations relating to the monk fruit.
Scientific and technological innovation
The R&D team is led by UNC graduates who have a wealth of industry experience. The team comprises 40 employees, including 4 with PhD degrees and 6 with MD degrees. There is a long-standing close cooperation with Jiangnan University, Hunan Agricultural University, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine and numerous natural product research institutes.
Monkfroot® is the latest development!
Independently developed technologies for the removal of pesticide residues, organic membrane separation and supercritical fluid extraction.
Own plantations with monk fruits
The monk fruits (Monk Fruit, Luo Han Guo) are harvested on the company's own plantations, which always guarantees the consistent quality of Monkfroot®.
Advantages and possible uses of Monkfroot® (Monk Fruit, Luo Han Guo)
Drinks
Create sugar-free soft drinks, teas or smoothies with a sweetness that delights. Thanks to the high solubility of our liquid decoction, the application is uncomplicated and efficient.
Baked goods & snacks
Reduce sugar without sacrificing taste or texture. Monkfroot powder is ideal for baked goods such as cookies, cakes or healthy snacks.
Dairy products
Add low-calorie sweetness to yogurts, puddings or ice creams. Monkfroot harmonizes perfectly with milk-based products.
Functional foods
Develop functional foods such as protein bars, dietary products or food supplements with natural sweetness.
Frequently asked questions about Monkfroot®
Here we provide you with answers to frequently asked questions:
Monkfroot® is the brand name for Monk Fruit (monk fruit) decoction approved in the EU. Monk Fruit is also known as Luo Han Guo and is a fruit from Southeast Asia.
Yes, processed as a decoction, such as the Monkfroot® products, according to the latest findings Monk Fruit is no longer considered a novel food within the meaning of the Novel Food Regulation and can be used in the EU without restrictions, even as an organic product.
A decoction is an extract made by slowly boiling plant material in water. This process is used to extract the valuable ingredients from roots, barks, or hard plant parts. In the case of Monkfroot, this traditional manufacturing process concentrates the sweetness of the monk fruit and provides it in a high-quality form.
Yes, all Monkfroot® products are 100% vegan, gluten-free and allergen-free.
Thanks to the high sweetness, a lower dosage is required, which can optimize your production costs.
Contact our sales team for free samples and technical details.
Processed as a decoction, such as the Monkfroot® products, Monk Fruit is no longer considered a novel food within the meaning of the Novel Food Regulation according to the latest findings. Classic Monk Fruit extracts are still not authorized in the EU.
Yes, our Monkfroot® Concentrated Monk Fruit Decoction is also available in organic quality and can be used in organic foods.
Luo Han Guo is the Asian name for monk fruit. Processed as a decoction, Luo Han Guo (monk fruit) is no longer considered a novel food within the meaning of the Novel Food Regulation in the EU and can be used without restrictions.
We are also happy to be your supplier for Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo). Please contact us!
Would you like to find out more about Monkfroot® and how it can be used to improve nutritional values, or do you have questions about using it in your products? Contact us directly for an individual consultation!
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