English
Français
Español
Deutsch
العربية
Lactobacillus bulgaricus
Lactobacillus is a genus of gram-positive bacteria. Lactobacillus bulgaricus is a versatile and beneficial bacteria with a long history in food production and potential health benefits. It’s best known for its role in yogurt-making.
- CoA + TDS with every quotation
- FOB / CIF, sea or air
- Reply within one business day
Commercial Terms
- Minimum order quantity
- 25 kg
- Lead time
- 14-16 days
- HS code
- 300290
- Country of origin
- China
- Packaging
- 10 kg or 25 kg aluminium-foil bags with desiccant in cartons; cold chain - reefer container or air freight
- 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
- Off-white to cream free-flowing powder
- 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
Lactobacillus bulgaricus is, with Streptococcus thermophilus, one of the two defining yoghurt cultures. Dairies use the pair for acidification and the characteristic yoghurt flavour and texture; it is also used in some cheese varieties and in probiotic supplements. Supplied frozen or freeze-dried and declared in CFU.
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, Lactobacillus bulgaricus 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lactobacillus bulgaricus?
Lactobacillus is a genus of gram-positive bacteria. Lactobacillus bulgaricus is a versatile and beneficial bacteria with a long history in food production and potential health benefits. It’s best known for its role in yogurt-making.
What is Lactobacillus bulgaricus used for?
Lactobacillus bulgaricus is, with Streptococcus thermophilus, one of the two defining yoghurt cultures. Dairies use the pair for acidification and the characteristic yoghurt flavour and texture; it is also used in some cheese varieties and in probiotic supplements. Supplied frozen or freeze-dried and declared in CFU.
What is the HS code for Lactobacillus bulgaricus?
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 Lactobacillus bulgaricus?
The minimum order quantity is 25 kg. Smaller trial quantities can be arranged on request.
What is the lead time for Lactobacillus bulgaricus?
Typical lead time is 14-16 days from order confirmation, subject to stock and destination.
How is Lactobacillus bulgaricus packaged?
10 kg or 25 kg aluminium-foil bags with desiccant in cartons; cold chain - reefer container or air freight
What purity is Lactobacillus bulgaricus 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 Lactobacillus bulgaricus be stored, and what is its shelf life?
Store refrigerated. Shelf life is 18 months in unopened original packaging.
Where is Lactobacillus bulgaricus sourced from?
It is sourced from China. Rawplex exports worldwide by sea or air with full documentation.
What certifications apply to Lactobacillus bulgaricus?
ISO 9001, HACCP, Halal. A batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is issued with every shipment, and MSDS and technical datasheets are available on request.
Related Products
Interested in Lactobacillus bulgaricus?
Get a competitive quotation, full documentation and dedicated sourcing support.