Description

Thaumatin Ii CAS NO 83271-81-2 is a high-purity, naturally occurring sweet-tasting protein. This compound is valued for its intense sweetness, which is approximately 2000 times sweeter than sucrose on a weight basis, and its ability to act as a flavor modifier. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries seeking natural, high-intensity sweeteners and flavor enhancers for specialized formulations.

Application

• Food & Beverage Industry: As a natural, high-intensity sweetener and flavor enhancer in confectionery, dairy products, beverages, and chewing gum.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a flavoring agent and sweetener in syrups, lozenges, chewable tablets, and other oral dosage forms to mask bitter tastes.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Employed to improve the palatability of protein powders, vitamin mixes, and other health-focused products without adding sugar or calories.
• Flavor Masking & Modification: Effective in reducing metallic, bitter, or astringent off-notes while enhancing desirable flavors in complex food and pharmaceutical systems.
• Oral Care Products: Incorporated into toothpastes and mouthwashes as a sweetening agent.
• Animal Feed: Used as a palatability enhancer for specialty pet foods and livestock feed.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thaumatin Ii
CAS No.	83271-81-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈₄H₂₇₄N₅₀O₇₉S₈
Molecular Weight	~22,200 g/mol
Synonyms	Thaumatin II; Talin; E 957; Katemfe; Sweet Protein; Thaumatin B; Thaumatin I; Thaumatin (protein); San Sweet T-100; Natural Sweet Protein
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Quality Control

Our Thaumatin Ii is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for food and pharmaceutical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying key parameters such as purity, sweetness potency, and microbiological safety. We adhere to relevant guidelines including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and can support compliance with cGMP, Kosher, and Halal requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a low-humidity environment to prevent caking and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Protein Content)	≥ 95.0% (on dry basis)
Sweetness Potency	≥ 1500x sucrose (by sensory evaluation)
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g
E. coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative

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