date:Aug 06, 2012
GanedenBC30, a spore-forming probiotic ingredient, is the first Bacillus strain to receive GRAS status, according to Cleveland-based Ganeden Biotech. The company spent six years developing and implementing trials before filing a GRAS notice with the F.D.A. on Aug. 11, 2011.
The GRAS notice states GanedenBC30 may be used in baked goods and baking mixes; alcoholic beverages; beverages and beverage bases; breakfast cereals; chewing gum; coffee and tea; condiments and relishes; confections and frost