At Hi Europe & Ni 2018, Omya presented its Calcipur range of natural calcium carbonates: This all-round ingredient optimizes production processes and formulations, but is also a supreme fortification agent. Thanks to a high bioavailability, this concentrated mineral source supports bone health as well as the proper functioning of muscles and nerves. Besides its nutritional qualities, the ingredient positively influences texture and processing, scoring well in applications such as powdered foods, bakery products, cereals, extruded snacks and the like.

The high elemental calcium content of approximately 40 % means up to five times less Calcipur is needed, compared to other available technical solutions, in order to achieve the same dose. This guarantees reduced costs and less impact on the sensory profile of the end product. Moreover, calcium-related claims can also be made on pack. Offering a broad variety of mastered particle sizes in combination with synergistic food ingredients such as those included in its distribution portfolio, the ingredient guarantees optimized results in terms of both nutrition and taste.