The benefits of chicken plasma powder in pet food applications

October 26 2020

Spray-dried animal plasma (SDAP) is well recognized by the pet food industry as an important  functional and palatable ingredient. It is used as a source of protein and has excellent gel formation and emulsifying properties, as well as very good water-binding capacity. While animal plasma has a high degree of acceptance by pets, such as cats and dogs, it also offers advantages for their health and well-being. Plasma is rich in important vitamins and minerals, essential amino acids and immunoglobulin G (IgG) that protects the body from infection. Of the different plasma powders available in the market, chicken plasma powder is the most versatile ingredient and has the highest acceptance in the market.  In the latest white paper by Geert van der Velden, IQI Trusted Petfood Ingredients’ Innovation Manager, he explains the unique benefits of chicken plasma powder in pet food applications.