Industrial Fermentation
ProcessedOverview
Industrial fermentation products including citric acid, MSG, and enzymes are manufactured using genetically modified organisms in bioreactors. These ingredients have no traditional food equivalent despite being labeled as "natural."
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Ingredient variations
Common forms
Citric acid (fermented), enzymes, modified yeasts
Function
Fermentation-derived ingredients provide flavor enhancement, pH control, and functional properties at industrial scale. They replace traditional fermentation with standardized chemical production.
Sources
Industrial fermentation uses engineered microorganisms in controlled bioreactors with precise nutrient feeding and parameter control. Products undergo extensive purification to isolate specific compounds.
Health Considerations
Industrial fermentation products are isolated compounds lacking the complex metabolites and probiotics of traditional fermented foods. High purity may concentrate specific compounds beyond natural levels.
Regulatory
FDA considers fermentation-derived ingredients as natural regardless of GMO use or processing intensity. No labeling required for fermentation method or organism source.
Products Containing Industrial Fermentation
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