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Strengthening Plant Proteins, Naturally

Plant based Food & Protein

The global shift towards plant-based foods has brought new challenges in texture, stability, and functionality. Unlike animal proteins, plant proteins (soy, pea, lentil, wheat gluten, oat, rice, etc.) often lack the natural structural properties that deliver firmness, elasticity, and water-holding seen in meat, dairy, or egg-based foods.

Crosslink enzymes, primarily Transglutaminase (TG), are emerging as key tools to bridge this gap. These enzymes catalyze the formation of covalent bonds between protein molecules, creating a stable protein network. The result is improved texture, binding strength, and structural integrity in a wide range of plant-based foods.

CROSSLINK GX

CROSSLINK GX is a specialized transglutaminase enzyme blend designed for plant-based dairy alternatives such as vegan cheese and vegan paneer.

CROSSLINK MX

CROSSLINK MX is a specialized transglutaminase enzyme blend engineered for vegan and plant-based meat analog formulations.

PLANTHYDRO

PLANTHYDRO is a specialized protease enzyme blend designed for the hydrolysis of plant-based proteins such as soy, pea, lentil, chickpea, and fava bean.

CROSSLINK GX

CROSSLINK GX is a specialized transglutaminase enzyme blend designed for plant-based dairy alternatives such as vegan cheese and vegan paneer.

PLANTHYDRO

PLANTHYDRO is a specialized protease enzyme blend designed for the hydrolysis of plant-based proteins such as soy, pea, lentil, chickpea, and fava bean.

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Plant based Food & Protein

Improved Digestibility & Nutritional Value

Plant proteins such as soy, pea, lentil, or wheat often have complex structures that are harder for the body to digest compared to animal proteins. Enzymes like proteases hydrolyze these large protein molecules into smaller peptides and free amino acids, increasing their digestibility and bioavailability. This ensures the body can absorb more essential amino acids for muscle growth and repair.

Enhanced Functional Properties for Food Applications

In plant-based meat, dairy alternatives, nutritional drinks, and bakery products, enzymes can modify protein structures to improve solubility, emulsification, foaming, gelation, and water-holding capacity. This leads to better texture, mouthfeel, and stability in the final product—key factors for consumer acceptance and product success.

Removal of Off-Flavors & Anti-Nutritional Factors

Many plant proteins naturally contain compounds that affect taste and nutrition, such as beany flavors, phytic acid, or trypsin inhibitors. Targeted enzymatic treatment reduces these unwanted elements, resulting in a milder flavor profile, improved shelf-life, and higher nutritional quality—making plant proteins more appealing in premium food formulations.

CROSSLINK PANEER

CROSSLINK PANEER is a specialized Transglutaminase (TG) enzyme blend developed for paneer and cottage cheese applications. 

CROSSLINK SHRIKHAND

CROSSLINK SHRIKHAND is a Transglutaminase (TG) enzyme blend specifically formulated for use in Shrikhand, a traditional Indian sweetened fermented dairy product.

CROSSLINK FLAVOZYME

CROSSLINK FLAVOZYME is a specialized enzyme preparation combining lipase and flavor protease, designed to accelerate and enhance flavor and aroma development in ripened cheese varieties.

CROSSLINK THERMAZYME

CROSSLINK THERMAZYME is a highly thermostable enzyme system designed to retain activity even under elevated temperature conditions, such as pasteurization and UHT processing.

CROSSLINK EMULSIFY

CROSSLINK EMULSIFY is a specialized Phospholipase A₂ (PLA₂) enzyme preparation designed to enhance emulsification, texture, and stability in dairy-based systems.

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