The chromatography company Shodex has introduced a new analytical approach for the quantitative analysis of maltobionic acid in yogurt drinks, utilizing the Shodex NH2P-50 4E amino column. This innovative method enables accurate detection and separation of maltobionic acid — an emerging functional ingredient known for enhancing mineral absorption and improving the nutritional profile of dairy-based beverages.
Maltobionic acid, an acidic oligosaccharide composed of gluconic acid and glucose, has gained attention in the food industry for its potential benefits in mineral bioavailability and digestive health. However, its precise quantification within complex food matrices such as yogurt drinks has remained a technical challenge.
With the newly demonstrated Shodex method, researchers and food manufacturers can now achieve high-resolution separation, excellent reproducibility, and reliable quantification of maltobionic acid using HPLC analysis. The NH2P-50 4E column’s optimized design ensures stable performance, making it an excellent choice for routine quality control and R&D applications in functional food development.
This advancement highlights Shodex’s continued commitment to supporting innovation in food chromatography and providing analytical solutions that meet the evolving needs of laboratories worldwide.
