Ingredient

Aspergillopepsin

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Aspergillopepsin is used as a food processing aid, primarily to improve the texture and …

What it is

Aspergillopepsin is an enzyme produced from the Aspergillus niger fungus. It is a protease, meaning it breaks down proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids. It is typically manufactured through fermentation processes.

Why it's used

Aspergillopepsin is used as a food processing aid, primarily to improve the texture and digestibility of protein-based foods. It can help break down tough proteins, making them easier to digest and improving mouthfeel. It is often found in protein supplements, meal replacements, and some snack bars.

Health notes

Aspergillopepsin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use as a food processing aid. Enzymes used in food processing are typically present in very small amounts in the final product and are often denatured during processing. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated enzymes for food use. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary exposure.

Allergen info

Aspergillopepsin is derived from Aspergillus niger, which is a fungus. It is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

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Garden of Life, Inc. Raw Organic Shake & Meal Replacement Powder, Lightly Sweet No Stevia, Lightly Sweet No Stevia Meal Replacement Supplements 378kcal 54.0Protein 5.4Fat 37.8Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Organic Plant Protein Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 391kcal 65.2Protein 8.7Fat 13.0Carbs FROPRO Coffee Snack Bar, Coffee Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 474kcal 23.7Protein 28.9Fat 36.8Carbs

Garden of Life, Inc. Raw Organic Plant-Based Protein 22G Powder, Chocolate, Chocolate Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 400kcal 62.9Protein 8.6Fat 20Carbs

Garden of Life, Inc. Raw Organic Plant-Based Protein 20 G Meal Replacement Shake, Vanilla, Vanilla Meal Replacement Supplements 400kcal 53.3Protein 5.3Fat 34.7Carbs

Garden of Life, Inc. Raw Organic Meal Protein 20 G Powder, Chocolate Cacao, Chocolate Cacao Meal Replacement Supplements 333kcal 55.6Protein 5.6Fat 22.2Carbs

Garden of Life, Inc. Raw Organic Plant Formula Protein 20 G & Greens Powder, Lightly Sweet, Lightly Sweet Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 400kcal 61.5Protein 3.1Fat 30.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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