Nexira: Leader in Natural and Sustainable Solutions
Nexira, the world leader in the production of acacia gum and natural plant-based ingredients, strengthened its expertise in 2021 by acquiring Unipektin Ingredients AG, a Swiss specialist in natural texturizers such as locust bean gum, tara gum, and guar gum. Nexira now directly markets these products in France, providing better proximity and personalized service.
For over 130 years, Nexira has been committed to sustainability and consumer health by offering natural and organic products. Its mission: to enhance well-being through environmentally friendly solutions.
With its Swiss factory, Nexira has developed the naltive™ range, comprising natural texturizers with multiple functional and nutritional benefits. Among these, naltive™ LBG, a line of locust bean gum flours, meets the varied needs of the food industry, particularly for organic applications.
Expertise in Plant-Based Sourcing for 130 Years
Since the 1970s, Nexira has embraced a policy of responsible sourcing. It collaborates with the NGO SOS SAHEL to combat deforestation and support local communities through the Acacia project. This initiative reflects Nexira’s dedication to preserving biodiversity and fostering economic development in the regions where it operates.
For its locust bean gum production, Nexira carefully selects carob producers based on quality, reliability, and commitment. Carob trees, essential for gum production, help protect soil, combat desertification, and support economic development in Mediterranean regions.
Expertise in Sustainable Carob Processing
Once harvested, the seeds are extracted from the pods and mechanically processed into locust bean gum for the naltive™ LBG range.
Unlike other market players, Nexira uses a gentle roasting process that preserves the product’s nutritional and functional qualities. This minimalistic approach ensures high-quality locust bean gum with a reduced environmental impact.
Available in organic, naltive™ LBG meets the needs of the food industry with functional properties suitable for a wide range of applications.
Diverse Applications and Multiple Benefits
Under its naltive™ brand, Nexira offers various plant-based texturizers, including guar gum, tara gum, and locust bean gum, all rich in galactomannans. These polysaccharides provide unique binding, stabilizing, and texturizing properties for numerous food applications.
The naltive™ LBG range is available in various grades tailored to viscosity and functionality.
- Dairy products and plant-based alternatives: Enhance texture, stability, and creaminess in beverages. Improve spreadability and syneresis resistance in spreads, leading to a rounder mouthfeel and better palatability.
- Ice creams: Replace controversial additives like E471, control ice crystal growth, improve thermal shock resistance, and ensure a smooth texture.
- Fruit preparations: Used in bakery, ice cream, or yogurt industries for excellent solubility, better flavor release, and optimized texture in yogurts, coulis, and spreads.
- Bakery: Improve crumb structure and extend shelf life, particularly for gluten-free products.
Innovation and Commitment
Capable of addressing a wide range of needs in the food industry, Nexira’s naltive™ LBG is a versatile, high-performance, and sustainable solution. Whether enhancing texture, stabilizing complex formulations, or improving mouthfeel, the naltive™ range is an indispensable ally for innovative and responsible products.
Nexira continues to support the food industry in its quest for sustainable, high-quality solutions. The latest innovation, inavea™ CAROB & ACACIA, provides a clean, natural solution to improve nutritional profiles by adding fiber while enhancing food product textures. Learn more:
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