The Food & Drug Additives Division of TNN (TNN-FDA) specializes in the export and distribution of these “FDA” essentials widely used in the food and health products industries that fall into five major groups viz.,
- Food Ingredients
- Sweeteners
- Preservatives
- Vitamins & Supplements
- Probiotics
Over several decades and sometimes centuries, several so called “additives” have become mainstay food ingredients and are essential in the processing and manufacturing of ready-to-eat food products. These additives/ingredients have several beneficial effects and are added to food in order to perform one or more of the following functions viz., (a) enhance nutritional value or health benefits; (b) modify consistency, structure, color or aesthetics; (c) enhance aroma or flavor; and (d) retain aroma or color and prolong shelf life. Targeted functions of added ingredients include: emulsifiers; fermentation agents; thickeners; stabilizers; leavening agents; buffering agents; anti-caking agents; gelling agents; raising agents; pH adjustment; conditioning; and flavoring. All ingredients have been approved for use in food and health supplement preparations.
Sweeteners and flavor enhancers boost the taste, and cut the sugar without adding extra calories. When used judiciously, they provide the desired level of sweet taste and flavor without affecting glycemic responses and without the high calorie content of regular sugars. Therefore, they have become ubiquitous in food and drink from cereals, cookies, syrups, carbonated drinks and the like.
Acesulfame K (for potassium) has long been used as a sweetener and additive in foods such as, baked products, because it is heat stable and prolongs shelf life. Compared to a common sugar such as sucrose, it is 200 times sweeter, it is similar in sweetness as aspartame, and about two-thirds as sweet as saccharin, and about one-third as sweet as sucralose. Stevia (glycosides) that is extracted from the leaves of the plant species Stevia rebaudiana, native to Brazil and Paraguaya, is a sweetener and sugar substitute that is about 30 to 150 times sweeter than common sugar and like Acesulfame K is heat-stable. Stevia has been widely used in Japan as a sweetener for decades and only recently (2011) the European Union approved stevia additives for use in food. High-purity stevia glycoside extracts are generally recognized as safe for food use in the US.
Xylitol is another sweetener that looks and tastes like sugar, has fewer calories and is non-glycemic. Several studies have suggested its various important benefits, including, improved dental health. Xylitol, a common ingredient in sugar-free chewing gums, can be found in small amounts in many fruits and vegetables and is therefore considered natural. Humans even produce small quantities of it via normal metabolism. It is also used in candies, mints, diabetes-friendly foods and oral-care products. Similar in sweetness as regular sugar, Xylitol has 40% fewer calories.
The following is a list of “FDA” ingredients supplied by TNN. If you do not see your specific requirements on this list, please contact us using our contact form page.
| Name | Specification | Category / Function |
|---|---|---|
| Ammonium Bicarbonate | 99.2% min | Raising agent in baking |
| CMC Sodium | Emulsifying and stabilizing agent | |
| Cocoa Powder | 10%-12% | Food additive |
| Corn Starch | Food Grade | Food additive / thickener |
| Di Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) | 98% | Fermentation agent, yeast nutrient, baking texture enhancer |
| Glyceryl Monostearate | 40%/90% | Emulsifier, anti-caking/thickening agent |
| Glycine | FCC/USP | Taste enhancer, especially seafood |
| L-Cysteine HCl | AJI92 | Dough conditioner in baking |
| Maltodextrin | DE | Additive in soft drinks and candy |
| Menthol | BP/USP | Flavoring additive, common in mouthwash |
| Mono Potassium Phosphate (MKP) | 99% | Emulsifying salt in processed cheese, gatorade, meat |
| Mono Sodium Phosphate (MSP) | 98% | Emulsifier or food thickener in fastfood, deli and baking |
| Monosodium Glutamate | 0.99 | Flavor enhancer |
| Pectin | Food gelling agent and stabilizer | |
| Potassium Bicarbonate | 0.99 | Leavening/Buffering agent in baking/wine |
| Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate (SAPP) | 95% | Popular leavening agent used in baking |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | 0.99 | Baking soda, raising agent |
| Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) | 68% | Emulsifier for a variety of packaged foods like egg whites |
| Soya Fibre | Caloric density reducer for foods | |
| Soya Lecithin | Acetone insoluble 60% | Emulsifier,lubricant, antioxidant, flavor protector |
| Tartaric Acid | DL-/L- | Preservative and gelling agent |
| Taurine | JP/USP | Essential amino acid supplement |
| Tomato Paste | Cold Brix: 28-30%/36-38% | Food ingredient |
| Tri Calcium Phosphate (TCP) | 99% | Anticaking agent (example - table salt), nutrional supplement |
| Tri Sodium Phosphate (TSP) | 97% | Decrease acidity, improve texture of baked products, meat |
| Vanillin (Ethyl) | FCC | Flavor enhancer |
| Vital Wheat Gluten | Protein | Vegan substitute for meat |
| Xanthan Gum | FCC | Food thickener, flavor enhancer |
| Yeast Extract | Food additive in soups and sauces | |
| Acesulfame-K | E950/FCC | Sweetener |
| Aspartame | E951/FCC/USP | Sweetener |
| Dextrose | FCC/USP | Sweetener |
| D-Xylose | BP/USP | 40% as sweet as Sucrose |
| Fructose | FCC | Simple Sugar / Sweetener |
| Mannitol | BP/USP | Food additive sweetener |
| Mixed Sweeteners | Sweetner level can be controlled | |
| Monk Fruit Blend | Sweetener | |
| Sodium Cyclamate | CP/NF | 30 to 50 times sweeter than Sucrose |
| Sodium Saccharin | BP/USP | 300 to 500 times sweeter than Sucrose |
| Sorbitol | 70%/Powder | Sweetener and texturizing agent |
| Stevia | 90%95%98% | 30 to 150 times sweeter than Sucrose |
| Stevia Blend | Blends formulated to taste better | |
| Sucralose | E955/FCC/USP | 300 to 1000 times sweeter than Sucrose |
| Xylitol | BP/USP/FCC | almost as sweet as sugar but with less calories |
| BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) | Food Grade | Preservative, also treat Herpes, AIDS |
| Benzoic Acid | BP | Widely used preservative |
| Calcium Propionate | GB/FCC | Bread and baking preservative |
| Citric Acid Mono/Anhy | BP/USP/FCC/E330 | Widely used food preservative |
| Di Potassium Phosphate (DKP) | 97-98% | Preservative, buffering agent, prevents coagulation |
| Erythorbic Acid | FCC | Preservative for cured meats, frozen vegetables |
| Natamycin | USP | Widely used cheese preservative |
| Nisin | Food Grade | Model food preservative for especially milk products |
| Phosphoric Acid | 75%/85% | Preservative and food additive for drinks, colas, jams |
| Potassium Sorbate | E202/FCC | Preservative for food, drinks, personal care products |
| Sodium Benzoate | BP | Preservative for food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics |
| Sodium Erythorbate | FCC | Antioxidant retains color and flavor |
| Sodium Tripolyphosphate (STPP) | 95% | Preservative in seafood, meat, poultry, animal feeds |
| Sodium/Potassiun Citrate | BP/USP/FCC/E331 | Preservatives in gellies and jams. |
| Sorbic Acid | E200/FCC | Preservative used in cheese, bread and cosmetics |
| Vitamin A | Acetate / Palmitate / Propionate | Retinol, retinal pigment production |
| β-Carotene | 1%10%/20% | Retinol, retinal pigment production |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | BP/USP | Converts carbohydrates to energy |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | BP/USP | Maintains body energy supply |
| Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic Acid/Nicotinamide) | USP | Essential nutrient Niacin |
| Vitamin B5 (D-Cal Pan) | USP | Makes blood cells |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl) | BP/USP | Maintain health of brain and nerves |
| Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) | USP | Maintain health of brain and nerves |
| Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) | BP/EP/USP | Health of red blood cells and nerves |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid ) | BP/EP/USP | Supports immune system |
| Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol) | CP/BP/USP | Helps body absorb Calcium, Phosphorus |
| Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) | 100/500/USP | Essential for strong bones |
| Vitamin E (Alfha-Tocopherol) | 50%/98% | Maintains healthy skin and eyes |
| Vitamin H (D-Biotin） | 2%/EP/USP | Metabolizes protien, processes glucose |
| Vitamin K3 (Menadione) | MNB/MSB | Help blood clot |
| Pre-Mixed Vitamins | Multiple functions | |
| Creatine Monohydrate | 0.999 | Exercise performance enhancer |
| Inositol | NF | Hair growth supplement |
| L-Carnitine | USP | Weight loss supplement |
| L-Lysine HCl | AJI92/USP | Essential amino acid supplement |
| Lutein | 0.05 | Supplement for vision enhancement |
An important class of “active” food supplements, Probiotics, contain live cultures of microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits. Although people often think of bacteria and other microorganisms as harmful “germs,” many microorganisms help our bodies function properly. For example, bacteria that are normally present in our intestines help digest food, destroy disease-causing microorganisms, and produce vitamins. Large numbers of microorganisms live on and in our bodies. Many of the microorganisms in probiotic products are the same as or similar to microorganisms that naturally live in our bodies. Products sold as probiotics include foods (such as yogurt), dietary supplements, and products that aren’t used orally, such as skin creams.
TNN has partnered with a leading producer of probiotics and can provide custom blends and concentrates up to 750 billion CFU/kg and also can mix any probiotics together to customize it to the industry (feed, food, supplements, dairy etc.). Our clients typically use them in their food manufacturing or repackage them for resale to their customers. Several of our highly requested products are listed below. Please feel free to write to us for your requirements.
| Product ID | Billion CFU/g | Line | Type | Kosher Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. bifidum SD-6576 | 100 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| B. breve SD-5206 | 300 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| B. infantis SD-6669 | 100 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| B. lactis SD-5219 | 500 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| B. lactis SD-5859 | 400 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| B. longum SD-5588 | 120 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| B. longum SD-5844 | 120 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| E. faecium SD-5843 | 650 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. acidophilus SD-5212 | 200 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| L. brevis SD-5214 | 200 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| L. casei SD-5213 | 300 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| L. casei SD-5842 | 700 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. fermentum SD-5847 | 400 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. gasseri DSM 16737 | 100 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. gasseri SD-5585 | 200 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| L. helveticus SD-5861 | 150 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. lactis lactis SD-5848 | 600 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. paracasei DSM 13434 | 500 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. paracasei SD-5275 | 400 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| L. plantarum SD-5209 | 400 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| L. plantarum SD-5870 | 700 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. reuteri SD-5865 | 350 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. rhamnosus SD-5839 | 500 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. sakei SD-6853 | 150 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. salivarius SD-5851 | 300 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| P. acidilactici SD-5866 | 600 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| P. pentosaceus SD-5868 | 900 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| S. thermophilus SD-5207 | 400 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | K-Dairy |
| S. thermophilus SD-5849 | 50 | LiveBac | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| LP299v® Premium 500B | 500 | Premium | Standardized | Pareve |
| L. paracasei DSM 13434 Select | 500 | Select | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. paracasei Select 300B | 300 | Select | Standardized | NO |
| L. plantarum DSM 6595 Select | 700 | Select | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. plantarum Select 600B | 600 | Select | Standardized | NO |
| L. rhamnosus DSM 6594 Select | 550 | Select | Culture Concentrate | Pareve |
| L. rhamnosus Select 200B | 200 | Select | Standardized | NO |