Thaumatin is a naturally derived sweet protein extracted from the katemfe fruit (Thaumatococcus daniellii), renowned for its extreme sweetness intensity (up to 2000 times that of sucrose) and zero-calorie profile, making it an ultra-efficient choice for sugar and calorie reduction in formulations. Unlike traditional sweeteners, it acts as a flavor enhancer—elevating and rounding out the natural tastes of other ingredients (e.g., fruits, chocolates, dairy) without adding off-notes, while delivering a clean, lingering sweetness that mimics natural sugar.
It exhibits excellent stability in acidic environments and across moderate temperatures (suitable for beverages, dairy, and low-heat processed foods), ensuring consistent flavor performance without degradation. Additionally, it is non-glycemic (no impact on blood sugar), compatible with most food ingredients, and easy to dilute for precise sweetness control, making it a premium raw material for manufacturers developing high-quality, flavor-rich low-sugar food, beverages, and confectioneries.
| Products Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Name | Thaumatin |
| CAS Number | 53850-34-3 |
| Specifications | 95%-98% |
| Characteristic | White powder |
| Main Applications | Food, beverages, and seasonings |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Ideal for use in fruit juices, herbal teas, flavored waters, and low-sugar carbonated drinks. Its flavor-enhancing property amplifies natural fruit or herbal notes, while its ultra-high sweetness intensity enables minimal usage to achieve desired sweetness.
Works well in yogurt, ice cream, custards, and plant-based dairy alternatives. It complements creamy textures by rounding out profiles and remains stable in chilled or frozen conditions—perfect for low-glycemic desserts.
Suitable for sugar-free candies, chocolates, gummies, and gourmet snacks. Its lingering sweetness mimics sucrose, and its flavor-enhancing ability boosts cocoa, fruit, or nut profiles.
Perfect for powdered drink mixes, chewable vitamins, and meal replacements. It successfully masks undesirable bitter or metallic tastes from active ingredients while keeping calories negligible.