Bifidobacterium
Bifidobacterium es un género de bacterias grampositivas, anaerobias, en forma de varilla ramificada que forman una parte dominante de la microbiota del intestino grueso, particularmente en lactantes. El material comercial se suministra liofilizado y se declara en unidades formadoras de colonias por gramo en lugar de por masa, porque lo que se vende son organismos viables y no una cantidad química. La viabilidad disminuye con el calor y la humedad, por lo que se requiere un manejo en cadena de frío.
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Commercial Terms
- Minimum order quantity
- 25 kg
- Lead time
- 14-16 días
- HS code
- 300290
- Country of origin
- China
- Packaging
- Bolsas de aluminio de 10 kg o 25 kg con deshidratante en cartones; cadena de frío - contenedor refrigerado o transporte aéreo
- Storage conditions
- Store at 2-8 C in the original sealed foil bag with desiccant; CFU count declines above 25 C.
- Shelf life
- 18 months
Quantities, Incoterm and destination port are confirmed on quotation. Request a quote for a firm price.
Specification
Physical Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Appearance / Color
- Polvo libre de color blanco a crema
- Solubility
- Dispersible
- Odor
- Characteristic
Chemical / Quality
- Grade
- Food Grade
- Purity / Assay
- declared CFU/g at date of manufacture
Compliance & Handling
- Allergen Status
- Allergen-Free
- Storage
- Refrigerated (2-8°C)
- Shelf Life
- 18 months
Application / Intended Use
Bifidobacterium es el género probiótico definitorio del intestino del lactante. Las fórmulas infantiles y los productos de continuación están fortificados con él; los productos lácteos fermentados lo utilizan como un complemento junto a cultivos de yogur; los fabricantes de suplementos lo combinan con lactobacilos en productos de múltiples cepas. Declarado en UFC y requiere manejo en cadena de frío.
Specification Parameters
| Item | Standard / Limit | Unit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical & Chemical | |||
| Appearance | Off-white to light tan powder | Visual | |
| Viable count | As declared on the CoA (typical 1 × 10^10 to 1 × 10^11) | CFU/g | GB 4789.35 |
| Moisture | ≤ 5.0 | % | GB 5009.3 |
| Fineness (through 60 mesh) | ≥ 95 | % | Sieve |
| Microbiological | |||
| Coliforms | ≤ 10 | CFU/g | GB 4789.3 |
| Salmonella | Negative / 25 g | GB 4789.4 | |
| Heavy Metals | |||
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 1 | mg/kg | GB 5009.12 |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.5 | mg/kg | GB 5009.11 |
| Other | |||
| Strain designation | Provided with quotation | Supplier certificate | |
| Transport classification | Not regulated as dangerous goods for transport | IMDG / ADR | |
Applications by Industry
In the Dairy industry, Bifidobacterium is valued as a probiotic that helps improve cheese, yoghurt and fermented-dairy quality. It supports consistent texture, flavour development, yield and shelf-life in food-grade dairy processing. Rawplex supplies it with full COA/TDS documentation, consistent quality and worldwide export support.
Bifidobacterium is incorporated into dietary supplements to promote gut health, often combined with other probiotics to support a balanced microbiota.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bifidobacterium?
Bifidobacterium es un género de bacterias grampositivas, anaerobias, en forma de varilla ramificada que forman una parte dominante de la microbiota del intestino grueso, particularmente en lactantes. El material comercial se suministra liofilizado y se declara en unidades formadoras de colonias por gramo en lugar de por masa, porque lo que se vende son organismos viables y no una cantidad química. La viabilidad disminuye con el calor y la humedad, por lo que se requiere un manejo en cadena de frío.
What is Bifidobacterium used for?
Bifidobacterium es el género probiótico definitorio del intestino del lactante. Las fórmulas infantiles y los productos de continuación están fortificados con él; los productos lácteos fermentados lo utilizan como un complemento junto a cultivos de yogur; los fabricantes de suplementos lo combinan con lactobacilos en productos de múltiples cepas. Declarado en UFC y requiere manejo en cadena de frío.
What is the HS code for Bifidobacterium?
It is classified under HS code 300290. Confirm the full tariff line with your customs broker, as the last digits vary by country of import.
What is the minimum order quantity for Bifidobacterium?
The minimum order quantity is 25 kg. Smaller trial quantities can be arranged on request.
What is the lead time for Bifidobacterium?
Typical lead time is 14-16 días from order confirmation, subject to stock and destination.
How is Bifidobacterium packaged?
Bolsas de aluminio de 10 kg o 25 kg con deshidratante en cartones; cadena de frío - contenedor refrigerado o transporte aéreo
What purity is Bifidobacterium supplied at?
Standard specification is declared CFU/g at date of manufacture. A Certificate of Analysis stating the actual batch values is issued with every shipment.
How should Bifidobacterium be stored, and what is its shelf life?
Store refrigerated. Shelf life is 18 months in unopened original packaging.
Where is Bifidobacterium sourced from?
It is sourced from China. Rawplex exports worldwide by sea or air with full documentation.
What certifications apply to Bifidobacterium?
ISO 9001, HACCP, Halal. A batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is issued with every shipment, and MSDS and technical datasheets are available on request.
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