Selenium Enriched Yeast Powder

Selenium Enriched Yeast Powder is a food-grade nutritional ingredient produced by cultivating Saccharomyces cerevisiae in a selenium-enriched medium. Selenium is incorporated into the yeast biomass in organic forms. With a nominal selenium content of 2000 ppm, it is suitable for dietary supplements, nutritional premixes, and selected fortified food formulations.

Selenomethionine: A major organic selenium compound commonly found in selenium-enriched yeast. Buyers requiring a defined content should confirm the available analytical data.

Other Selenium Compounds: Other compounds, such as selenocysteine, may also be present. Their proportions depend on the production process.

Yeast Matrix: Selenium is incorporated into yeast biomass containing proteins and other cellular components, distinguishing this ingredient from isolated selenium compounds.

Organic vs. Inorganic Selenium: Selenium-enriched yeast contains organic selenium forms, while inorganic salts provide selenium in inorganic forms. Selection depends on the target selenium level, formulation requirements, and destination-market regulations. Organic selenium refers to its chemical form, not organic certification.

Selenium Enriched Yeast Powder can be evaluated for use in nutritional products and selected fortified foods, subject to formulation and regulatory requirements.

Dosage Calculation: At a nominal concentration of 2000 ppm, each gram provides approximately 2 mg of selenium. A theoretical 50 mg of powder provides 100 μg of selenium. Final calculations should use the verified batch assay.

Premixing & Blending: Low inclusion levels require suitable mixing procedures to help achieve uniform selenium distribution throughout the formulation.

Finished Product Compliance: The total selenium content per serving should account for all ingredient contributions and comply with applicable market requirements.

Pilot-Scale Evaluation: Preliminary trials can help assess blending uniformity and processing suitability before commercial production.

Product requirements can be reviewed according to the intended formulation and order specifications.

Selenium & Physicochemical Testing: Selenium content, protein, moisture, residue on ignition, appearance, and identification are key parameters for evaluating the material against the product specification.

Contaminant & Microbiological Control: The specification includes limits for heavy metals, arsenic, and total plate count, as well as negative requirements for E. coli and pathogens. Buyers should confirm applicable test methods and batch results.

Batch Consistency: Batch-specific test results should be reviewed against the agreed specification during incoming inspection and repeat purchasing.

Certification Verification: The listed certifications include ISO, Halal, Kosher, and HACCP. Buyers should verify certificate validity, issuing organizations, and applicable product or facility coverage.

Storage: Keep the powder in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

Packaging: Store in the original sealed packaging and reseal promptly after opening to minimize moisture exposure.

Shelf Life: The stated shelf life is 2 years under recommended storage conditions. Refer to batch and manufacturing information for inventory management.