Pediococcus pentosaceus powder

Pediococcus Pentosaceus Probiotic: The Versatile Fermentation Partner & Gut Microbiome Modulator

Product Overview

Pediococcus pentosaceus is a highly adaptable and resilient lactic acid bacterium, widely recognized for its crucial role in food fermentation and its emerging importance as a next-generation probiotic. With a robust nature that allows it to thrive in diverse environments, this strain is a key player in enhancing food safety, extending shelf life, and promoting a healthy gut ecosystem. Its ability to function effectively in the presence of prebiotics makes it a powerful team player in synbiotic formulations. We supply a high-performance Pediococcus pentosaceus strain, available in a potent and reliable specification of 200 billion CFU, designed to deliver consistent results in both food and supplement applications.

Technical Advantages

Our Pediococcus pentosaceus is selected for its exceptional functional and probiotic properties:

Robust Environmental Tolerance: Exhibits strong survival capabilities under challenging conditions, including high acidity, bile salts, and osmotic stress, ensuring viability during processing and gastrointestinal transit.

Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Activity: Produces bacteriocins (e.g., pediocin) and organic acids that effectively inhibit the growth of undesirable bacteria, such as Listeria and Clostridium, enhancing product safety and stability.

Synergistic Prebiotic Utilization: Efficiently ferments a wide range of plant-based carbohydrates (pentoses), allowing it to work in synergy with prebiotic fibers to enhance its own proliferation and beneficial activity in the gut.

Single, High-Impact 200B CFU Option: This high-potency specification is calibrated to provide a substantial dose for effective colonization and functional impact in the complex gut environment, simplifying formulation while guaranteeing performance.

Excellent Fermentation Profile: Rapidly acidifies substrates, contributing to the flavor, texture, and preservation of a wide array of fermented products, from vegetables to meats.

Application Scenarios

Pediococcus pentosaceus is a versatile ingredient with wide-ranging applications:

Starter Culture for Fermented Foods: A key component in the fermentation of vegetables (sauerkraut, kimchi), meats (salami, fermented sausages), and certain cheeses, improving safety, flavor, and shelf life.

Synbiotic Supplement Formulations: An ideal candidate for advanced synbiotic products, where it efficiently utilizes prebiotics like FOS and XOS to enhance its survival and efficacy in the gut.

Animal Nutrition & Feed Additives: Used in silage inoculants and direct-fed microbials to improve feed preservation, support animal gut health, and inhibit pathogens.

Gut Health & Immunity Supplements: Incorporated into human probiotic supplements for its ability to support a balanced gut microbiota, strengthen gut barrier function, and modulate immune responses.

Product Specifications

We provide Pediococcus pentosaceus in one high-performance CFU strength for reliable and potent formulations:

200 Billion CFU: A powerful, high-intensity option designed for premium dietary supplements and functional food applications where a guaranteed, high dose is essential for driving efficacy.

Available in bulk powder. We offer comprehensive technical support for formulation and private labeling services. Contact us for a detailed technical data sheet and pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Pediococcus pentosaceus, and where is it commonly found?

P. pentosaceus is a lactic acid bacterium naturally present in a wide variety of fermented foods, including vegetables, meats, and dairy products. It is valued for its role in fermentation and as a beneficial probiotic.

2. How does P. pentosaceus contribute to food safety?

It contributes to food safety by rapidly producing lactic acid, which lowers the pH, and by producing natural antimicrobial compounds (bacteriocins) that inhibit the growth of spoilage and pathogenic microorganisms.

3. Why is a 200B CFU count ideal for this strain?

This high potency ensures that a substantial number of viable bacteria survive processing and GI transit to effectively colonize and exert their beneficial effects in the gut, making it suitable for high-efficacy product formulations.

4. Is Pediococcus pentosaceus safe for human consumption?

Yes, P. pentosaceus has a long history of safe use in foods and is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities. It is commonly used in both food processing and dietary supplements.

5. How does P. pentosaceus differ from P. acidilactici?

While both are Pediococcus species and share many properties, P. pentosaceus is often noted for its superior ability to ferment a wider range of plant-based sugars (pentoses), making it particularly versatile in fermenting vegetable matter.

6. What is the shelf life and recommended storage condition?

The bulk powder has a shelf life of 24 months when stored in its original sealed packaging in a cool, dry place (below 25°C/77°F). For maximum long-term viability, refrigeration (2-8°C) is recommended.

7. Can P. pentosaceus be used in plant-based or vegan products?

Absolutely. Its natural proficiency in fermenting plant materials makes it an excellent choice for plant-based yogurts, fermented vegetable products, and vegan probiotic supplements.

8. Is your strain non-GMO and allergen-free?

Yes, our Pediococcus pentosaceus is non-GMO project verified and is free from major allergens. A Certificate of Analysis confirming the absence of gluten, soy, and dairy is provided with every batch.

9. Do you provide documentation for its bacteriocin production?

For specific strains characterized for bacteriocin production, we provide supporting data in our technical dossier for B2B clients, which is crucial for applications focused on natural biopreservation.

10. Can this strain be blended with other probiotics?

Yes, it is highly compatible and often used in multi-strain blends. It pairs well with Lactobacillus plantarum in vegetable fermentations and with Lactobacillus acidophilus or Bifidobacterium in probiotic supplements for a broad-spectrum effect.