AceCel ^® SG 1030

AceCel ^® SG 1030 is a purified form of cellulose obtained from the cell wall of the plants. Cellulose is the most abundant substance on earth, which makes it an economical option for inert food functional ingredients. AceCel ^® SG 1030 is used in various food applications to improve finished product quality. It can absorb oil while remaining a flowing powder, making it an ideal choice for use in various processed food.

Functionality

• Bulking agent : Increases the volume without altering the food product properties.
• Anticaking agent : Prevents clumping and reduces the sticking characteristics of food product particles.
• Imparts body and opacity in reduced-fat food products.
• Insoluble dietary fiber : Does not generate calories. 
• Shelf life preserver : Does not affect the food product stability.
• Extrusion aid in snacks.
• Carrier of liquid materials such as essential oils.

Advantages

• White or off-white, tasteless, and odorless.
• Chemically inert. Does not interfere or interact with other ingredients from the food product.
• Improves texture.
• Heat stable.
• Moisture control improving the liquid binding capacity.
• Highly compressible material.
• Forms air bubbles in a homogeneous way in extruded food product.
• Controls the extrusion process (density, size, uniformity, etc.)

Human Health

• Insoluble and indigestible.
• Low fat absorption without reducing taste.
• Non-caloric ingredient.
• Functional ingredient.