Description

Lactobacillus Acidophilus CAS NO 68333-16-4 is a well-characterized probiotic strain of lactic acid bacteria, widely recognized for its beneficial role in supporting gut health and microbial balance. This product is essential for manufacturers requiring a reliable, high-quality microbial ingredient to fortify functional foods, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical formulations. It is primarily targeted at the nutraceutical, functional food, and animal feed industries seeking to enhance product efficacy with a proven probiotic.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A key ingredient in probiotic capsules, tablets, and powders for human digestive and immune support.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Used in yogurts, fermented dairy drinks, kefir, and other cultured foods to boost probiotic content.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Incorporated into gastro-resistant formulations and medical foods aimed at restoring intestinal flora.
• Animal Feed & Veterinary Products: Applied in premixes for poultry, swine, and aquaculture to promote gut health and improve feed efficiency.
• Starter Cultures: Serves as a defined culture for the controlled fermentation of various food products.
• Cosmeceuticals: Utilized in topical skincare formulations for its purported skin-barrier supporting properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lactobacillus Acidophilus
CAS No.	68333-16-4
Molecular Formula	N/A (Microbial Culture)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Microbial Culture)
Synonyms	L. acidophilus; Lactobacillus acidophilus (strain ATCC 4356); Probiotic strain LA-5; Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM; Lactobacillus acidophilus La-14; Döderlein's bacillus; Lactic acid bacterium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lactobacillus Acidophilus is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested for viability (CFU/g), purity, and the absence of specified contaminants to ensure it meets relevant standards for dietary supplement and food applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing strain identity, potency, and safety are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to maintain optimal viability and stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be protected from humidity and temperature fluctuations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light beige powder or lyophilized pellet
Identification	Conforms to strain-specific characteristics (PCR)
Viable Count (CFU/g)	≥ 1.0 x 10^10 (Tailored grades available)
Purity (Culture)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	Meets specification
Yeast & Mold	< 100 CFU/g
E. coli	Absent in 1g
Salmonella spp.	Absent in 10g

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.