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Pea Protein
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Specifications
What is pea protein?
Pea protein is a plant-based source of protein derived primarily from yellow peas. The raw material is mainly used in the food, sports nutrition and dietary supplement industries and is a well-established ingredient in high-protein and plant-based product formulations.
Different grades are available depending on the manufacturing process and the desired protein content. Pea protein isolate, with a high protein content, is particularly widespread.
What is pea protein used for?
Pea protein is used for protein fortification and as a plant-based protein source in numerous foods and dietary supplements. The raw material is of particular importance in vegan and vegetarian product formulations, as well as in sports nutrition.
Typical applications include protein powders, protein shakes, protein bars, meat alternatives, ready-to-eat plant-based products, baked goods and other protein-fortified foods.
What ingredients is pea protein combined with?
In product development, pea protein is frequently combined with other plant-based protein sources, such as rice protein. Such protein combinations make it possible to combine the different nutritional and technological properties of the respective protein sources.
Furthermore, depending on the product concept, pea protein can be combined with carbohydrates, dietary fibre, vitamins, minerals, flavourings and other functional ingredients. Pea protein is also suitable for numerous applications as a sole protein source.
What properties does pea protein offer?
Pea protein is characterised by a high plant-based protein content and versatile applications. It is particularly suitable for vegetarian and vegan recipes and offers manufacturers an alternative to animal protein sources such as whey or milk protein.
For industrial applications, pea protein is available in various grades, protein contents and specifications. The appropriate variant depends on the desired end product as well as the requirements regarding taste, texture, solubility and processing.
Why source pea protein from a reliable distributor?
As an experienced distributor of proteins, functional ingredients and food raw materials, we offer pea protein of consistent quality and with specifications tailored to industrial applications. Manufacturers benefit from secure sourcing, reliable supply and an application-oriented product range for food, sports nutrition, dietary supplements and plant-based product concepts.
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