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Could a citrus fibre support digestive wellness?

A static in vitro study published on Food Ingredients First shows that CEAMFIBRE®, CEAMSA‘s partially soluble citrus fibre, acts on the gut microbiota and promotes a feeling of satiety.

CEAMSA has published a new technical article on Food Ingredients First presenting the results of a static in vitro study designed to evaluate whether CEAMFIBRE® 7200 — a citrus fibre with 90% total dietary fibre, of which 45% is soluble — has prebiotic and satiating properties.

The study, conducted using static in vitro colonic fermentation models and enteroendocrine cell assays, revealed three key findings:

  • Effect on colonic microbiota: CEAMFIBRE® 7200 supported the growth of beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacterium and reduced the presence of potentially harmful Enterobacteria.
  • Increased short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production: a 28% rise in total SCFA output was recorded, driven mainly by butyric and propionic acid — metabolites associated with gut protection, inflammation regulation and improvement of the intestinal barrier.
  • Satiety effect: colonic digests containing CEAMFIBRE® 7200 increased the gene expression of CCK and PYY, two biomarkers directly linked to the feeling of fullness.

These results suggest that CEAMFIBRE® 7200 goes well beyond its recognised multifunctionality as a texturising ingredient, establishing itself as a fibre with real functional potential for gut wellbeing — an attribute increasingly sought after by both consumers and the food industry.

Explore all the details of the study in the full article published on Food Ingredients First:

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For more information, get in touch with our team of experts: innovation@ceamsa.com

CEAMSA expands its fibre portfolio with the acquisition of PeelPioneers’ fibre line


A strategic acquisition that reinforces CEAMSA’s leadership in citrus fibre solutions and supports its long-term growth strategy

CEAMSA, a key global player in texturising solutions, has acquired the fibre line and associated intellectual property of PeelPioneers, a company based in the Netherlands, strengthening its strategy to offer a comprehensive and differentiated portfolio of fibre solutions. For PeelPioneers, this means its fibre activities continue under the wings of a global family-owned industry leader.


Strengthening CEAMSA’s leadership in citrus fibre

Through this transaction, CEAMSA reinforces its commitment to citrus fibre as a natural ingredient with unique functional properties, strengthening its position among the key international players in fibres and texturising ingredients.

The integration of PeelPioneers’ technology and know-how enhances CEAMSA’s value proposition and expands its ability to deliver innovative, sustainable and high-performance solutions to customers.

CEAMSA is a globally recognized manufacturer of texturising ingredients with a strong industrial and technological track record.

The company generates annual revenues of close to €200 million and employs more than 450 people worldwide.

Thanks to its industrial scale, deep technical expertise and strong focus on quality, CEAMSA is recognized as a global benchmark in the development and production of functional ingredients.

PeelPioneers operated as a Dutch circular company, founded in 2017, with the mission of advancing the circular economy by turning citrus peel into food ingredients.


“This acquisition marks another important step in CEAMSA’s growth and reinforces our positioning as a global reference in texturising ingredients. It fully aligns with our strategy to continue developing innovative and sustainable ingredient solutions that create added value for our customers.”
Iñigo Alzueta · President of CEAMSA


“CEAMSA’s acquisition of our Finix citrus fibre range represents strong confidence in our technology, our citrus fibre solutions, and the continuity of our customer base. With PeelPioneers’ promising technology being further developed within CEAMSA, the mission is carried forward.”
Bas van Wieringen · Co-founder of PeelPioneers

With this acquisition, CEAMSA expands its CEAMFIBRE® citrus fibre range and enhances the versatility of its portfolio, strengthening its ability to meet the growing demand for natural and sustainable ingredients.


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