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HEALTH & CARE Domain
Consumers increasingly expect health solutions that combine efficacity, safety and natural origin.
KitOhealth™ helps formulators address cardiometabolic and digestive health challenges through scientifically documented fungal biopolymer technologies. KitOzyme's fungal chitosan and Chitin-Glucan technologies are designed to support fat binding, cholesterol management and gut microbiota modulation from a non-animal, fungal source.
Today’s nutraceutical brands face increasing pressure to deliver scientifically substantiated products while meeting consumer expectations for sustainable, non-animal, and clean-label ingredients.
Whether targeting cholesterol management, weight control, or gut health, our scientists need ingredients that combine documented efficacy, regulatory acceptance, and formulation flexibility.
That is where KitOzyme’s fungal biopolymer expertise makes the difference.
Our ingredients
Cholesterol & Cardiometabolic Health
KiOnutrime® is KitOzyme's core fungal chitosan ingredient for cardiometabolic health formulations. It is designed to support cholesterol management through a recognized fat-binding mechanism, supported by clinical studies and a fully documented regulatory dossier. Its polyamine structure also supports chelation of pro-oxidant metal ions such as iron and copper, contributing to an additional layer of antioxidant protection alongside its primary fat-binding activity.
Key benefits
Gut Health & Microbiota Modulation
Chitin-Glucan is the ingredient for digestive health and microbiota support, a proprietary biopolymer discovered and patented by KitOzyme. Its prebiotic activity and microbiota modulation properties are supported by in vitro, in vivo and clinical studies.
Recommended applications
KitOzyme's dedicated affiliate for digestive health solutions.
BiOkuris
Digestive health products based on Chitin-Glucan are commercialized through BiOkuris, KitOzyme's dedicated affiliate for digestive health solutions.
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Weight Management Solutions
KiOslim® is a ready-to-use food supplement format developed for weight management applications, built on KiOnutrime®.
Key benefits
The foundation of KiOnutrime® and KiOslim®. Its natural positive charge enables electrostatic interaction with negatively charged dietary fat particles in the gastrointestinal tract, reducing their absorption and supporting LDL cholesterol management and weight management applications.
Explore Fungal Chitosan Technology
Chitin-Glucan is a proprietary fungal fibre platform supported by preclinical and clinical research. Derived from a non-GMO fungal source, it combines chitin and β-glucans in a unique matrix that has been studied for its effects on gut health, microbiota composition, and metabolic health.
Explore Fungal Chitin-Glucan
For more than 25 years, KitOzyme has pioneered the development and industrial production of fungal chitosan and chitin-glucan ingredients.
Our expertise extends beyond manufacturing. We help partners select and integrate the most relevant molecular profile according to their formulation, application and targeted performance.
About KitOzymePatent-backed technology. Supported by KitOzyme IP portfolio.
Pioneer and leader in fungal biopolymers
Belgian manufacturing expertise
ISO 13485 and HACCP certified manufacturing
FDA GRAS status
Novel Food authorization in Europe
EFSA health claim for fungal chitosan
Application and formulation guidance
Scientific and regulatory support from initial screening to industrial scale-up
Vegan, allergen-free, halal & kosher compatible
Find clear, science-backed answers to common questions about our fungal biopolymers, applications, regulatory compliance, and formulation integration.
KitOhealth™ is KitOzyme’s fungal biopolymer platform for cardiometabolic and digestive health. It brings together KiOnutrime® for cholesterol and cardiometabolic health, KiOslim® for weight management and Chitin – Glucan for gut health and microbiota modulation, each supported by a documented body of clinical and regulatory evidence.
Yes. KiOnutrime® is supported by randomized clinical trials and holds an EFSA-approved health claim for fat binding and FDA GRAS classification. Chitin-Glucan is supported by in vitro fermentation studies and clinical research in gut health and microbiota modulation. The level of evidence is adapted to each application and regulatory framework. Full publication library available on request.
Yes. All KitOhealth™ ingredients are derived from fungi and mushrooms, non-animal in origin and free from animal by-products at every stage of production. They are compatible with vegan, halal and kosher formulation requirements.
KiOnutrime® holds an EFSA-approved health claim and FDA GRAS classification. Chitin – glucan holds Novel Food status in the European Union. Manufacturing is conducted under ISO 13485 and HACCP quality systems. Application-specific regulatory documentation is available on request.
KiOnutrime® is KitOzyme’s fungal chitosan ingredient, the active, clinically documented raw material for cardiometabolic and cholesterol management applications, supported by an EFSA-approved health claim and clinical studies. KiOslim® is a ready-to-use food supplement solution built on KiOnutrime®, developed for weight management and direct consumer product integration.
KiOnutrime® holds an EFSA-approved health claim and FDA GRAS classification. Chitin – glucan holds Novel Food status in the European Union. Manufacturing is conducted under ISO 13485 and HACCP quality systems. Application-specific regulatory documentation is available on request.
Fungal chitosan offers a non-animal, allergen-free alternative derived from fungi and mushrooms rather than crustacean shells to provide consistent molecular characteristics, year-round supply stability and compatibility with vegan, halal, and kosher formulation requirements.
