CoroWise™ Plant sterols
Introduction
Plant sterols, commonly referred to as plant sterols, are plant lipids that are naturally present in vegetables, fruits, and grains. Eating foods rich in plant sterols helps promote healthy blood cholesterol levels. When plant sterols reach the digestive tract, they block gastrointestinal absorption of dietary cholesterol into the bloodstream, thus lowering serum cholesterol.
FDA Health Claim
Daily consumption of a total of at least 0.8 grams of plant sterols in two meals may reduce the risk of heart disease when part of a diet low in fat and cholesterol. Based on a regulatory enforcement discretion letter to Cargill dated February 14, 2003, the FDA may now allow free plant sterols to bear the heart health claim and may expand the use of the claim to a broad range of foods and beverages.
Properties
Physical characteristics of CoroWise™ plant sterols include:
- Odorless
- White granular appearance
- 135°C to 145°C melt point range
Typical Analysis
Plant Sterol content (total) > 88%
Sitosterol 40-58%
Campesterol 20-28%
Stigmasterol 14-23%
Regulatory Status
The US FDA has found no objection to Cargill's GRAS determination for the use of plant sterol esters in vegetable oil spreads, salad dressings, bars and yogurt. Cargill has also completed a self-GRAS determination of a broader range of heart-healthy food applications for free and esterified sterols.
Packaging & Storage
- 500 kg polyethylene lined, woven polypropylene bags
- Store in clean, ventilated areas
Contact Information
For purchase information or technical assistance, please contact Cargill Health & Food Technologies at 866-456-8872, email us at chn_customerservice@cargill.com.
CoroWise™ Web Site
Additional information on CoroWise™ plant sterols can be found at www.corowise.com.