Stratum Nutrition's chitin-glucan fiber ingredient, Artinia(TM) has received self-affirmed generally recognized as safe (GRAS) status. Following a comprehensive review of the safety, toxicology and proposed usage, an independent panel of experts reached a unanimous decision supporting the use of Artinia in a wide range of food and beverage products.
Per a company release, "GRAS designation will allow Artinia to expand further into the food and beverage industry. There are numerous food and beverage categories for which Artinia is approved for use including: beverage and beverage bases such as energy and sports drinks, fruit juices and meal replacement drinks; milk products such as smoothies, yogurt and yogurt drinks; and cereal and energy bars, breakfast cereals, pastas and other baked goods, among others."