Xylooligosaccharide
Xylooligosaccharide for animal feed, supplied from audited Chinese mills with a full specification and certificate of analysis on enquiry.
About this ingredient
Xylooligosaccharide is a prebiotic produced from the xylan fraction of plant fibre. It is notably effective at low inclusion compared with most prebiotics, which is its main commercial advantage.
It selectively feeds bifidobacteria, raises short chain fatty acid production and supports gut barrier integrity. In poultry it is used within antibiotic free programmes, often paired with a spore forming probiotic.
Where it is used
- Antibiotic free poultry programmes
- Piglet diets around weaning
- Synbiotic combinations
- Aqua feed and shrimp diets
Formulation note
Xylooligosaccharide is effective at low inclusion, so compare products on XOS purity and cost per gram of active. It pairs well with spore forming probiotics.
Specification on request
We have not published a full specification sheet for this ingredient yet. Send us your tonnage and destination port and we will return the complete specification, a recent certificate of analysis and a delivered price.
Buying Xylooligosaccharide from China
- Minimum order: one container.
- Terms: FOB Chinese port or CIF your destination port.
- Packing: standard export bags, with jumbo bags or custom packing on request.
- Shelf life: 12 months when stored dry and sealed.
- Quality: every lot is tested before shipment, and SGS, Intertek or CCIC inspection can be arranged at the load port.
- Documents: certificate of analysis, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin, plus health or phytosanitary certificates where your import rules require them.
Frequently asked questions
What is xylooligosaccharide (XOS)?
XOS is a prebiotic made from the xylan fraction of plant fibre, such as corn cobs.
Why is XOS used at low inclusion?
It is very selective for beneficial bacteria, so small amounts give a useful response compared with many other prebiotics.
Can XOS be used with probiotics?
Yes. It is often combined with Bacillus probiotics in synbiotic programmes.
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Tell us the product, the tonnage and the port
Send those three things and we come back with a delivered price, a full specification and a recent certificate of analysis. Usually the same working day.