Inulin is a heterogeneous collection of fructose polymers produced by plants of the Compositae family, most notably by chicory root. It belongs to a class of dietary fibers known as fructans and functions as a natural storage carbohydrate. Due to the specific structure of its β(2,1) linkages, inulin cannot be hydrolyzed by the endogenous secretions of the human digestive system, although it can be metabolized by microbial flora of the colon. As such, in terms of dietary nutrition, inulin is considered a form of soluble fiber and is sometimes categorized as a prebiotic. It is frequently used to...
Inulin is a heterogeneous collection of fructose polymers produced by plants of the Compositae family, most notably by chicory root. It belongs to a class of dietary fibers known as fructans and functions as a natural storage carbohydrate. Due to the specific structure of its β(2,1) linkages, inulin cannot be hydrolyzed by the endogenous secretions of the human digestive system, although it can be metabolized by microbial flora of the colon. As such, in terms of dietary nutrition, inulin is considered a form of soluble fiber and is sometimes categorized as a prebiotic. It is frequently used to...
Shipping & Handling
Shipped In
Wet ice in continental US; may vary elsewhere
Safety & Storage
Storage Temperature
4°C
Safety Statement
WARNING This product is not for human or veterinary use. Information provided in the product description is from published literature. Due to the nature of scientific experimentation, your results (e.g., selectivity and effective concentrations) or specific application for this product may differ. If you have questions about how this product fits your application, please contact our technical support staff.
WARNING This product is not for human or veterinary use. Information provided in the product description is from published literature. Due to the nature of scientific experimentation, your results (e.g., selectivity and effective concentrations) or specific application for this product may differ. If you have questions about how this product fits your application, please contact our technical support staff.
Regulatory & Compliance
We’re currently in BETA - Interested in joining? Let us know and we’ll get you set up with early access.
We’re currently in BETA - Interested in joining? Let us know and we’ll get you set up with early access.