Blue California Taxifolin BC-DHQ® receives Generally Recognized As Safe status for F&B

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 -- Blue California’s Taxifolin BC-DHQ® with super antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties is now Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) in a range of foods and beverages.

This follows a letter of no-objection from the US Food and Drug Administration.

Naturally found in a variety of fruits and vegetables, Dihydroquercetin (DHQ), also known as taxifolin, is a flavonoid commonly found in apples, olive oil and red onions.

As a flavonoid, taxifolin possesses powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may support immune health.

DHQ seeks and neutralises free radicals in the body, and its unique molecular structure makes it especially effective at preventing cellular damage.

It can also play an important role in skin health since it protects cells and stimulates collagen and elastin production in the skin.

“This GRAS status is good news for consumers and brands alike, because it opens new doors for brands to create products that will excite health-conscious consumers,” said Blue California research, science and innovation officer, Dr Linda May-Zhang in a statement.

“Taxifolin BC-DHQ has much to offer as a powerful antioxidant in food and beverages as it provides improved colour stability for beverages, extends shelf life, and enhances flavour.

“Not only is DHQ regarded as a promising ingredient to immune health, it may also be used in cosmetic applications for anti-aging and UV-protection.”

Blue California offers food and beverage manufacturers its high purity Taxifolin BC-DHQ made by a sustainable process.

Innovation partner Conagen developed a clean, reliable, and scalable DHQ using its proprietary bioconversion process, resulting in a sustainable production method.

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