A scale-up from the University of Cambridge, Xampla, is partnering with Yili to test and validate its microscopic natural polymer capsules designed for fortifying vitamins and nutrients in a new line of products.
This innovative plant material protects beverage ingredients from production to digestion, without altering taste or texture. The technology shields against degradation risks from UV, pH, or heat shock, ensuring optimal fortification of wellness components, and offering healthy food products to consumers worldwide regardless of environmental conditions.
Building on 15 years of revolutionary protein research, Xampla’s collaboration with Yili is a significant step in scaling its technology from concept validation to full-scale production.
This partnership will expedite the introduction of Xampla’s nutrient microcapsules to global markets, showcasing advanced fortification technology.
As Asia’s largest and fastest-growing dairy company, Yili is ranked among the top five global dairy brands in 2023. The company is active in various dairy categories such as liquid milk, infant and adult milk powder, yogurt, ice cream, and cheese.
The Yili Innovation Centre Europe actively invests in startups across the dairy supply chain, contributing to the global innovation ecosystem and driving innovation for future-generation products.
Alexandra French, CEO of Xampla, remarked: “Having the support of this prominent global dairy brand further solidifies our position as pioneers in food and beverage fortification technology. We eagerly anticipate the transition of our groundbreaking microencapsulation technology from the lab to a market of health and eco-conscious consumers.”
Gerrit Smit, Managing Director of Yili Innovation Center Europe, expressed: “We are thrilled to initiate this pilot collaboration with Xampla. Yili consistently aims to deliver next-generation products with improved nutrition and health benefits to consumers.”
With a robust portfolio of innovation and sustainability initiatives in the food and agriculture sectors, Yili is backed by partnerships with institutions like the University of Cambridge IfM, Centre for Business Innovation (CfBI), StartLife, International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI) Europe, among others.
For more information, please visit https://xampla.com/ and https://www.yili.com/en, https://www.yili-innovation.com/
