Beta Glucan

Beta Glucan (CAS 53238-80-5), also identified as (1→3),(1→6)-β-D-Glucan based on its linkage structure, is a naturally derived polysaccharide sourced primarily from yeast, oats, and mushrooms.

Where is Beta Glucan used?

• Food, pharmaceutical and personal care manufacturing: rheology modifier and moisturizing agent
• Functional food and nutraceuticals: incorporated into beverages and cereals
• Dietary supplements: texture and nutritional positioning
• Cosmetics: serums, creams and masks for skin hydration and film-forming performance
• Pharmaceutical and biotech: excipient and active component in immune-modulating formulations
• Research reagents and specialized medical applications
• Animal feed producers incorporate it into feed premixes targeting gut health in poultry and swine.

Good to know: Yeast-derived and oat-derived variants are often specified separately by buyers due to differing regulatory and application requirements.

Commercial specifications

• Purity levels typically defined by beta glucan content percentage
• Levels commonly range from 70% to 95%+ for concentrated extracts