Divi’s exclusive micro-encapsulation process produces MiniBeads that are 30% finer than ordinary beadlets. Their small size guarantees excellent uniformity in premixes and fine powders.
Formulating a nutritional ingredient as a beadlet involves encapsulating active compounds – like vitamins or carotenoids – into small, uniform spheres. Divi’s micro-encapsulation process is unique and differs from beadlets which are typically made using processes like spray granulation or extrusion.
Mastering the science of precision encapsulation
At Divi’s, we benefit from decades of experience in the formulation of fat soluble ingredients, especially in the micro-encapsulation of actives in beadlets. A good beadlet must be formulated in such a way as to respect the essential balance between its two functions: to be stable during manufacturing and storage of the final product, while being able to deliver its active ingredients at the right time. In other words, stability and bioavailability go hand in hand and are equally important in the quality of a beadlet. Our micro encapsulation technology provides beadlets that are very stable during manufacturing and storage of the final product. Divi’s beadlets provide excellent content uniformity and easy handling. They offer excellent stability in a variety of applications.
Tiny beads, big impact: leading the way in beadlet technology
For applications like fine powders or premixes, uniformity is a key performance parameter. To facilitate the manufacture of such products, we have developed a new generation of mini beadlets. Our exclusive and cutting edge micro-encapsulation process leads to MiniBeads that are about 30% finer than our regular beadlets. Thanks to their small particle size, MiniBeads guarantee excellent uniformity in fine powders and are designed for use in premixes.
Where innovation meets encapsulation: beadlet solutions that deliver
Divi’s MiniBeads portfolio offers superior performance in many applications and meets a number of technical challenges:
- Easy handling thanks to excellent flowability
- Optimal uniformity
- Very good stability
- Repeatable colour shade
Our MiniBeads product range includes beta-carotene, lycopene, vitamin A, vitamin D2 and vitamin D3. They can be used in tablets, hard-shell capsules and dry applications such as bread and cereal bars. We also offer a form of beta-carotene that has a low colour profile and is fully dispersible in water, making it the product of choice for applications in nutritional powders and instant drink powders.
Thanks to an exclusive micro-encapsulation process, Divi’s MiniBeads have been developed to be added to premixes while guaranteeing optimum uniformity. They also offer excellent stability throughout the shelf life of the final product in a variety of applications. Whatever your project, our technical and application experts will support you at each stage of the development of your product, from the idea to the realisation. Contact Divi’s today to talk about your requirements.
