Bacillus coagulans powder

Bacillus Coagulans Probiotic: The Ultra-Stable, Spore-Forming Powerhouse for Gut Health

Product Overview

Bacillus coagulans is a premier, spore-forming probiotic strain that sets the industry standard for stability and efficacy. Unlike many traditional probiotics, B. coagulans possesses a natural protective endospore coat, allowing it to survive harsh manufacturing processes, gastric acidity, and shelf storage with unparalleled viability. This robust bacterium germinates in the gut, supporting digestive comfort, immune function, and a balanced microbial environment. We supply a high-purity, potent Bacillus coagulans strain, guaranteed to deliver live bacteria where they are needed most. We offer this resilient probiotic in a highly effective and reliable specification of 100 billion CFU.

Technical Advantages

Our Bacillus coagulans is distinguished by its unique biological structure and proven health benefits:

Natural Spore-Based Resilience: Encased in a protective endospore, it remains dormant and stable against heat, oxygen, moisture, and stomach acid, ensuring over 95% viability until it reaches the intestinal tract.

Guaranteed Shelf-Life Stability: Unlike many lactic acid bacteria, it does not require refrigeration and maintains its labeled CFU count throughout the product's shelf life, drastically reducing spoilage and logistical costs.

Targeted In-Situ Germination: The spores safely bypass the stomach's acidic environment and germinate in the small intestine, delivering a potent dose of active, beneficial bacteria directly to the primary site of action.

Dual-Action Postbiotic Effect: As a live bacterium, it supports gut health; after its lifecycle, it contributes to the pool of beneficial postbiotics, including L-lactic acid, which helps maintain a healthy gut pH.

Single, High-Impact 100B CFU Option: This potent and well-researched dosage is designed to provide a clinically relevant dose that effectively colonizes and modulates the gut environment without over-formulation.

Application Scenarios

Bacillus coagulans' unmatched stability makes it the ideal probiotic for challenging and innovative applications:

Shelf-Stable Supplements: The perfect choice for capsules, tablets, and stick-pack powders that require long shelf lives without cold chain logistics.

Heat-Processed Functional Foods & Beverages: Ideal for fortifying baked goods, nutrition bars, ready-to-drink beverages, and even hot teas, as the spores can survive high-temperature processing.

Digestive Comfort & IBS Support Formulas: Clinically studied for its ability to reduce bloating, abdominal discomfort, and support regularity in individuals with digestive sensitivities.

Animal Nutrition & Feed Additives: Widely used in poultry and livestock feed where pelleting temperatures would destroy conventional probiotics, supporting animal gut health and growth performance.

Product Specifications

We provide Bacillus coagulans in one robust and proven CFU strength for dependable product development:

100 Billion CFU: A powerful, research-backed dosage that ensures a substantial number of viable spores reach the intestine to deliver consistent and noticeable health benefits.

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What makes Bacillus coagulans different from other probiotics?

Its key differentiator is its natural spore form. This protective shell makes it incredibly resistant to heat, acid, and shelf-life degradation, unlike more fragile probiotic strains like Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium.

2. Is a 100B CFU count sufficient for B. coagulans?

Yes, absolutely. Due to its exceptional survival rate (nearly 100% to the gut), a 100B CFU dose of B. coagulans is often more effective than a much higher CFU count of a less stable strain. This potency is well-supported by clinical studies.

3. Is Bacillus coagulans safe?

Yes, it is thoroughly researched and has GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status in the USA and other global regulatory approvals for use in food and dietary supplements. It is not known to transfer antibiotic resistance genes.

4. How does the "spore" work?

The spore is a dormant, protective structure. It is like a "seed" that remains inactive through manufacturing and stomach acid. Once in the nutrient-rich intestines, it germinates, becoming an active, beneficial bacterium.

5. Can it be used in products that undergo heat treatment?

Yes, this is one of its greatest advantages. B. coagulans spores can typically survive brief heat treatments up to 85-95°C, making it the only choice for products like baked goods or pasteurized beverages. 

6. What is the shelf life, and does it require refrigeration?

The bulk powder has a shelf life of 24 months when stored in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration is not required, which significantly reduces storage costs and complexity.

7. Does it produce lactic acid, and is it safe for those with lactose intolerance?

It produces L-lactic acid. The bacterium itself does not contain lactose and is considered safe and often beneficial for individuals with lactose intolerance.

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

Yes, our Bacillus coagulans is non-GMO project verified and is free from major allergens. A Certificate of Analysis confirming purity and the absence of gluten, soy, and dairy is provided.

9. Can it be combined with other probiotics?

It can be used alongside other probiotics. However, its ability to produce lactic acid may create a slightly acidic environment that can potentially support the growth of other beneficial lactic acid bacteria.

10. Do you provide documentation for its stability in my product matrix?

We provide comprehensive stability data for our bulk ingredient. For specific product formulation stability, we recommend and can support partner-led testing to validate performance in your unique application.