CP Kelco Introduces KELCOGEL® PS

May 17, 2004 CP Kelco is pleased to introduce KELCOGEL® PS, a proprietary blend of polymers-based on Gellan Gum-that has been specially designed to provide suspension and stabilization of pulp, minerals and beverage clouds in ready-to-drink fruit juices.

Fruit juices made with KELCOGEL PS will exhibit a more pseudoplastic rheology, which translates into excellent suspension properties without adversely impacting mouthfeel. This unique product is acid stable, with low protein reactivity, which makes it compatible with a wide variety of juices. KELCOGEL PS is easy to disperse and hydrate, which means it can be used in most juice processing plants without having to add special mixing equipment.

About CP Kelco:
CP Kelco is a leading global producer of xanthan gum, pectin and carrageenan. The company has more than 2,000 customers in over 100 countries, with facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America. For more information, please visit www.cpkelco.com.
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CONTACT:
Ray Valli
Senior Research Scientist
Tel: 858 467-6631