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Natamycin

What is Natamycin?

Natamycin, also known as pimaricin, is a naturally occurring antifungal agent produced during fermentation by the bacterium Streptomyces natalensis, commonly found in soil. [1]

Food Use

Natamycin has been used for decades in the food industry as a hurdle to fungal outgrowth in dairy products, meats, and other foods. [1]



History

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Other Ingredient Information

Products containing Natamycin


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Source(s) Derived From

 Other Natural Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Natamycin - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)

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Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchMay 3, 2011 @ 7:05 AM

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