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Jungbunzlauer Launches TayaGel® LA at IFT FIRST 2025

Jungbunzlauer, a global leader in high-quality sustainable ingredients sourced from nature, has recently unveiled its new product, TayaGel® LA, a low acyl gellan gum. This exciting development marks a significant expansion of the company’s texturant portfolio and will be prominently featured at the IFT FIRST 2025 in Chicago.

Addressing Market Demands

The launch of TayaGel® LA is a direct response to the rising demand for plant-based formulations that align with clean labeling practices. This innovative gellan gum offers remarkable suspension capabilities while creating solid gels even at minimal usage levels. Its smooth mouthfeel and clear appearance make it an excellent choice for applications where flavor purity and visual appeal are paramount.

“By introducing TayaGel® LA, we are broadening the opportunities for formulators seeking reliable, high-performance texturizing solutions of natural origin,” stated Jens Birrer, Vice President of Texturants at Jungbunzlauer. “Our team collaborates closely with customers to ensure that the desired texture is achieved during the integration or transition of texturants, or when pairing with our other products like TayaGel® HA.”

Comprehensive Product Line-Up

TayaGel® LA significantly enhances Jungbunzlauer’s existing assortment of texturants, which includes:

• - A comprehensive range of xanthan gum grades
• - High acid (HA) and low acid (LA) gellan gums
• - Customized blends and application assistance for superior suspension, gel formation, and more.

Mr. Birrer added, “Produced with the same reliability, expertise, and quality that define Jungbunzlauer’s broader product portfolio — which includes acidulants, sweeteners, and minerals — these texturant offerings will assist our clients across various food, beverage, and nutrition applications, achieving more consistent results.”

Commitment to Innovation

In line with its ongoing commitment to customer-focused innovation, Jungbunzlauer continues to enhance its texturant platform through targeted investments in expertise, capabilities, and product development. This includes the acquisition of AGI in 2024, adding high-level specialists to its texturant team, and expanding biogum capacity at its Port Colborne facility in Canada. These advancements reflect the company's long-term strategic commitment to supporting clients with deeper expertise, broader functionalities, and customized solutions amid increasingly complex formulation challenges.

Visitors can find Jungbunzlauer at booth #S723, where they can sample recipes using TayaGel® LA, including vegan panna cotta and fruit purees. Jungbunzlauer experts will be present to discuss application needs and formulation challenges with attendees.

About Jungbunzlauer

Jungbunzlauer is a leading producer of sustainable, high-quality ingredients sourced from natural origins, serving various industries such as food and beverage, nutrition, health, home care, and personal care, among others. As a leader in developing naturally better ingredients that enhance everyday life, Jungbunzlauer is a trusted partner offering a diverse portfolio of texturants, acidulants, sweeteners, minerals, and custom solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers.

Based in Basel, Switzerland, with state-of-the-art facilities that include large-scale fermentation operations in Europe and North America, Jungbunzlauer proudly serves over 130 countries worldwide. Founded over 150 years ago, Jungbunzlauer has grown into a CH 1.3 billion company, led by nearly 1,400 dedicated colleagues committed to a healthier and more sustainable future. For more information, visit www.jungbunzlauer.com.