Formulation Insights
Austrade Inc.
Austrade Inc.
It’s no secret that all things clean label are on the rise — and so is consumer demand for sustainable products and inclusions that live up to their nutrition labels while offering a long shelf life. As a result, eye-catching inclusions made from 100% organic sunflower seeds have emerged as an excellent way to incorporate added protein, flavor, or texture into your formulation while giving consumers the highly desired “wow factor.”
To meet this demand, Austrade offers a wide assortment of sustainable and innovative Heliaflor® Sunflower Protein Powders & Extrudates produced from raw material of the highest European quality. Specifically, options vary in protein content, texture, smell, taste, color, and recommended target applications.
Not only are our Heliaflor® Sunflower Protein products Certified Organic & Non-GMO — they are also free from nuts, dairy, lactose, and soy, making them ideal across a wide range of clean label Food & Beverage applications. Consequently, Austrade’s Heliaflor® options are sure to complement even the most complex formulations.
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Heliaflor® Sunflower Protein Powder & Extrudate Portfolio
Each Heliaflor® format is engineered for a distinct set of formulation goals. Therefore, reviewing the full portfolio below will help you identify the best fit for your specific application.
Heliaflor® 50 High Oleic Haché — Textured Meat Alternative
Product Specifications
→Min. 50% Protein
→Max. 24% Fiber
→Max. 12% Fat
→18 months shelf life
→Vegan, textured meat substitute — also available as standard lower-fat Heliaflor® Haché (60-month shelf life)
Target Applications
In particular, this format excels in vegan meat substitutes — including sausages, burger patties, tacos, empanadas, stuffed pasta dishes, ground beef crumble, burrito bowls, and more.
Why High Oleic? Ingredients with a higher Oleic Acid content (>70%) are highly desirable for their increased stability across Food & Beverage applications, as well as serving as a healthier source of fatty acids.
Heliaflor® 45 — Certified Organic
Product Specifications
→Min. 45% Protein
→Max. 23% Fiber
→Max. 14% Fat
→18 months shelf life
→Higher fat content with good water & fat-binding capacities
Target Applications
As a result, Heliaflor® 45 performs particularly well in spreads, sauces, dips, dressings, marinades, and baked goods.
Heliaflor® 55 — Certified Organic
Product Specifications
→Min. 51% Protein
→Max. 22% Fiber
→Max. 3% Fat
→36 months shelf life
→Produced via CO₂ extraction
→Excellent water & fat-binding capacities (1:4 ratio)
Target Applications
For this reason, Heliaflor® 55 is ideally suited for vegan meat alternatives, dough & baked goods, dairy alternatives, dressings, spreads, and more.
Not Sure Which Heliaflor® Option Is Right for Your Formulation?
Our expert team is ready to help you identify the best Heliaflor® format for your specific application, protein targets, and label requirements. Simply reach out and one of our ingredient specialists will follow up directly.
In addition, you can explore our full ingredient portfolio at austradeinc.com.