Natamycin

What is Natamycin (Food Anti-Mold)?

Natamycin or Pimaricin (Food Anti-Mold) – Dayan Arman Company, the exclusive representative of Arnova Turk. Please contact us for purchasing Natamycin, price inquiries, and sales.

Natamycin is a highly potent fungal inhibitor and shelf-life extender. It is a completely natural compound produced through a controlled fermentation process using pure strains of the bacteria Streptomyces natalensis. Following extraction, filtration, and washing, the product is processed to ensure maximum quality and purity.

In Iran, it is commonly known as anti-mold powder, pimaricin, anti-mold, or anti-fungal. (Note: While “josh-e-doogh” is also used as an anti-mold agent, Natamycin is a superior natural alternative). It is environmentally friendly, and its solution competes effectively with traditional chemical preservatives like potassium sorbate.

Key Features:

Neutral: Tasteless and colorless.
Versatile: Less dependent on pH levels for effectiveness.
Efficiency: Inhibits mold and yeast growth even in very small quantities.
Forms: Produced in both liquid and powder forms.
Application: Can be used as a powder within a formulation or as a liquid suspension (e.g., mixed with brine or sprayed onto the product).

How Natamycin Works (Mechanism of Action)

The target of Natamycin is ergosterol in the cell wall. Ergosterol acts as a structural barrier in molds and yeasts and is responsible for nutrient transport, making it vital for their survival.

Note: Because ergosterol is not present in the cell walls of bacteria, this preservative has no effect on bacteria.

Pure Natamycin Solution is formed through the recrystallization of raw Natamycin. This results in a high-solubility, uniform compound that creates a stable suspension with excellent dispersion in water, effectively preventing the growth of molds and yeasts. These crystals remain active over time to increase the food product’s resistance.

Standards and Performance

Standard: Natamycin carries the international Codex standard code E235.
Performance: Fungi pose a major challenge for food producers. Natamycin is a highly effective, authorized anti-fungal solution. Unlike most antibiotics, it remains active at low concentrations and across a wide pH range. It is an ideal replacement for potassium sorbate.

Advantages of Natamycin

Prevents mold and yeast at low dosages.
Available in liquid and powder forms.
Cost-Effective: Used at very low doses (1 to 10 ppm), making it significantly cheaper than synthetic or other natural inhibitors.

Available Products for Dairy and Food Production:

Pure Natamycin (98%): Highly soluble powder. It is more potent, requires lower dosages, and is more cost-effective than 50% concentrations.
Liquid Natamycin
Natamycin 50%

Applications by Food Type

Yogurt: Prevents molding and flavor changes caused by environmental yeast/mold, ensuring a firm texture and fresh taste.
Cheese: Prevents surface mold growth, tissue softening, and unpleasant odors. It also stops yeast from producing gas.
Doogh (Yogurt Drink): Prevents carbonation (gas production) and off-flavors/odors caused by yeast activity.
Pickles and Olives: Increases shelf life, especially for products sold in bulk/open containers which are prone to mold attacks.
Fruit Leather (Lavashak) and Fruit Paste: Extends shelf life and reduces the overall microbial load, which is crucial as these products are often made from processed fruits.

Purchasing and Sales Information

Dayan Arman Company offers original Natamycin produced in Turkey and France in authentic packaging:

Packaging: Available in 200g and 500g containers.
Import: Direct and intermediary-free importation ensures high quality and competitive pricing.
Delivery: Reliable urban and intercity transport systems ensure fast delivery.

Contact us today for technical advice, price inquiries, and orders. Our experts will contact you as soon as possible to coordinate your purchase.