Whether for kibble, wet pet food, pate, or treats, the texture of pet food is a key quality parameter. That is why the right binding ingredient is so important. They play an essential role in structure, stability during production, palatability, and shelf life. As experts in binding, emulsification and improving recipes, IQI mainly focusses on wet pet food, raw, frozen, fresh and cooked foods, and snacks and treats. Together with our partner Vaess, we can support your pet food brand on both process and product level.
Vaess believes in ‘Petfood for tomorrow’. They excel in engineering strength and dedication to innovation. Additionally, they have in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, so that you can confidently rely on IQI and Vaess as your partner for functional blend binders.
IQI offers functional binders beneficial for fresh (pasteurized) pet food. We make sure that our binding and emulsifying solutions work under pasteurization conditions. Furthermore, our binders will increase shelf life and, in the absence of extrusion or sterilization processes, will create structure and cohesion, allowing for optimal palatability of your fresh pet food product.
White papers and product leaflets about Functional binders Fresh
April 15 2026
Natural dietary fibers as functional and clean label ingredients in pet food
Natural dietary fibers in pet food can add nutritional and health benefits and come with good functional properties as clean label binders. In this white paper, our Innovation Manager Geert van der Velden explains the different kinds of fibers and their many different benefits and applications. You'll also find an...
Read moreOctober 30 2023
Collagen as an increasingly popular functional ingredient in pet food
Collagen as an increasingly popular functional ingredient in pet food As a nutritious, functional, and highly digestible source of protein, collagen is becoming a popular and highly targeted pet food...
Read moreDecember 23 2025
Hydrolyzed proteins: Breaking down the science behind digestible, hypoallergenic pet food
The pet food industry faces growing demand for diets that are highly digestible, well tolerated and tailored to specific health needs. Traditional protein sources don’t always meet these expectations. Hydrolyzed proteins address this gap...
Read moreApril 13 2026
Dried beef
IQI offers premium dried beef products made from fresh and meaty beef bones. This makes them great ingredients for front-of-pack claims and offers benefits in binding and protein content. Our dried beef is available from a...
Read moreFebruary 16 2026
A natural beta-glucan source that supports pet immunity
MycoGlucan® is a natural, mycelium-derived ingredient rich in high-purity beta-glucans. These bio-active compounds are scientifically recognized for supporting both innate and adaptive immune responses, helping pets build stronger immunity and long-term...
Read moreFebruary 03 2026
Dried potato and potato flakes
Potatoes are a trusted food source for humans and pets alike. Naturally rich in starch, they support binding, structure, and texture development across a wide range of grain-free pet food formulations. IQI offers...
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October 31 2023
Collagen as an increasingly popular functional ingredient in pet food
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Carrot fiber has many health benefits: How can it be “upcycled” into a functional pet food ingredient
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Collagen as an increasingly popular functional ingredient in pet food
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