FD-DVS BB-12 Probio-Tec®
Product Information
Version: 1 PI-EU-EN 08-28-2008
Description Thermophilic Probio-Tec® culture.
The culture is a defined single strain with a long history of safe use. Substantial
clinical documentation on possible heath benefits are avaliable upon request and
likewise are certificates of identification and certificates of safety and origin.
BB-12® is a registred trademark of Chr. Hansen.
Taxonomy Bifidobacterium
Packaging Material No: Size Type
100084 5X25 G Pouch(es) in box
Physical Properties Color: Off-white to slightly reddish or brown
Form: Granulate
Application Usage
The culture is primarily used in production of probiotic dairy products such as
fermented milk (yoghurt, butter milk). It may also be applied in sweet milk,
cottage cheese, frozen desserts and juice based beverages. BB-12® can be applied
as a single strain in products where no fermentation is required or can be applied
in combination with other lactic acid cultures such as yoghurt or mesophilic
aromatic cultures (type LD).
A HACCP risk assessment has been carried out for fermented dairy products. For
all other applications a risk assessment should be completed before the product is
released for sale as food safety hazards will differ from fermented products.
Suggested dosage
It is recommended that BB-12®is inoculated according to the desired probiotic cell
count in the final product. This is influenced by the shelf life, the pH and storage
temperature of the final product. For fermented products the interaction with
other strains as well as fermentation time and temperature may also affect the
final probiotic cell count.
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The information contained herein is to the best of our knowledge true and correct and presented in good faith. It may be subject to
change without further notice. To the best of our knowledge this product does not infringe Intellectual Property Rights of any third party.
This information is offered solely for your consideration and verification. Copyright© Chr. Hansen A /S. A ll rights reserved.
FD-DVS BB-12 Probio-Tec®
Product Information
Version: 1 PI-EU-EN 08-28-2008
Directions for Use
Remove cultures from the freezer just prior to use. Do not thaw Sanitize the top
of the pouch with chlorine. Open the pouch and pour the freeze-dried granules
directly into the pasteurized product using slow agitation. Agitate the mixture for
10-15 minutes to distribute the culture evenly. The recommended incubation
temperature is dependent on the application in which the culture is used. For
more information on specific applications see our technical brochures and
suggested recipes.
Range Single strain BB-12® is available in frozen and freeze-dried form and in a Dairy
Free (DF) version. Blends with BB-12® for production of probiotic fermented milk
are also available. They have all been composed to provide a high cell count of BB-
12® in the final product when applied according to our recommendations.
Storage and handling < -18 °C / < 0 °F.
Shelf life At least 24 months from date of manufacture when stored according to
recommendations.
At +5°C (41°F) the shelf life is at least 6 weeks.
Technical data
Analytical Methods
References and analytical methods are available upon request.
Other Information
BB-12® is anaerobic (slightly oxygen tolerant). Growth of BB-12® is dependent on
a good interaction with other fermenting strains. The culture will not grow in milk
by it self, but can grow slowly in milk at temperatures between 37-43°C (98 -
109°F) in synergy with the fermenting culture. BB-12® converts lactose to L+
lactic acid and acetic acid.
BB-12® is very stable and has a high resistance towards acids in fermented milk
products.
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The information contained herein is to the best of our knowledge true and correct and presented in good faith. It may be subject to
change without further notice. To the best of our knowledge this product does not infringe Intellectual Property Rights of any third party.
This information is offered solely for your consideration and verification. Copyright© Chr. Hansen A /S. A ll rights reserved.
FD-DVS BB-12 Probio-Tec®
Product Information
Version: 1 PI-EU-EN 08-28-2008
Legislation Chr. Hansen's cultures comply with the general requirements on food safety laid
down in Regulation 178/2002/EC. Lactic acid bacteria are generally recognized as
safe and can be used in food, however, for specific applications we recommend to
consult national legislation.
The product is intended for use in food.
Food Safety No guarantee of food safety is implied or inferred should this product be used in
applications other than those stated in the Usage section. Should you wish to use
this product in another application, please contact your Chr. Hansen
representative for assistance.
Ingredients Available upon request.
Labeling Suggested labeling "lactic acid culture" or "starter culture", however, as legislation
may vary, please consult national legislation.
Labeling with probiotic strain names is possible if a trademark license agreement
is in place. Please Contact your local Chr. Hansen representative for further
information.
Trademarks Trademarks appearing in this document might not be registered in your country,
even if they are marked with an ®. Trademarks are owned by Chr. Hansen or used
under license.
Dietary status Kosher: Kosher Dairy Excl. Passover
Technical support Chr. Hansen's Application and Product Development Laboratories and personnel are
available if you need further information.
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The information contained herein is to the best of our knowledge true and correct and presented in good faith. It may be subject to
change without further notice. To the best of our knowledge this product does not infringe Intellectual Property Rights of any third party.
This information is offered solely for your consideration and verification. Copyright© Chr. Hansen A /S. A ll rights reserved.
