Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Chinova Bioworks, our innovative clean-label solutions, and how our natural mushroom-based ingredients improve product quality, freshness, and shelf life. Contact Us and we’ll be happy to help!

  • Mushroom extract is a natural fiber sourced from the stems of white button mushrooms. It enhances product quality, freshness, and shelf life while promoting sustainability and reducing food waste. This versatile fiber is vegan, non-GMO, kosher, halal, and free from allergens.

  • Chinova Bioworks employs a patented, eco-friendly process to extract chitosan fiber from the stems of white button mushrooms, resulting in their natural preservative, Chiber™. The extraction involves drying and grinding the mushroom stems, followed by purification using heat and water. This minimal processing yields a clean-label ingredient that can be listed as "white button mushroom extract," "mushroom fiber extract," "mushroom extract," or "natural flavor."

    By upcycling mushroom stems that would otherwise be discarded, this process not only produces a functional ingredient but also contributes to sustainability by reducing food waste.

  • Chinova Bioworks' extract, Chiber™, is derived from the stems of white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus).

    This natural fiber is utilized to enhance the quality, freshness, and shelf life of various food and beverage products.

  • Yes, the mushroom extract is safe for individuals with mushroom allergies. It is a purified fiber derived from mushrooms, free from allergenic components. Additionally, rigorous testing is performed to ensure the extract is free from any regulated allergens.

  • No, the extract is tasteless, odorless, and colorless.

  • Chinova Bioworks' mushroom extract is effective across a broad pH range, from 2 to 6.5. This makes it versatile for use in a variety of food and beverage applications, ensuring stability and effectiveness in products with different acidity levels.

  • Mushroom extract helps products stay fresh longer by stopping the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold, keeping the product's quality consistent over time.

  • Chinova Bioworks’ mushroom extract is used in a wide range of products, including dairy, plant-based dairy alternatives, and beverages. We are continuously researching and developing new formulations to enhance product quality, freshness, and shelf life across various industries.

  • If you're interested in incorporating mushroom extract into your product, please reach out to us by filling up Request Further Information Form below.