BioExx Specialty Proteins Ltd. ("BioExx" or the “Company”) (TSX: BXI), the first company to commercialize a new and complete food-grade protein from a major global crop since the introduction of soy protein isolate some 60 years ago, is pleased to provide the following update on its business activities:
BioExx Specialty Proteins Ltd. (TSX: BXI) ("BioExx" or the “Company”) announced today that it has received a letter from the US Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”), wherein the FDA confirms that it has no questions regarding BioExx’s conclusion that its canola protein products are Generally Recognized As Safe (“GRAS”) for use in a variety of foods and beverages.
A Return to Natural - The Elimination of Solvent Extraction from the Production of Oilseed Protein Isolates. Published December 5, 2011 - Food Navigator.
Historically, solvents such as hexane are required to produce protein from oilseeds like soy and canola. BioExx Specialty Proteins has eliminated this need and is producing canola protein completely free from the use of noxious solvents.
BioExx is a technology company focused on the extraction of oil and high-value proteins from oilseeds for the global food market.
Founded in 2003 and Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, our proprietary technology uses significantly lower temperatures for the extraction of active ingredients and oils from oilseeds resulting in higher yields and higher quality proteins. This competitively positions BioExx to add value to the food chain, not currently available using conventional technology.
Also Provides Notice of Q3 2011 Results Conference Call
TORONTO, ONTARIO – November 4, 2011 – BioExx Specialty Proteins Ltd. (TSX: BXI) is pleased to announce that Mr. Markus Vettiger has been appointed to its Board of Directors. The Company welcomes Mr. Vettiger’s extensive international business experience in food products and food ingredients markets.
Our patent-pending and proprietary technology does not use organic solvents and retains the full functionality and solubility of the native protein. This marks a major step forward in the oilseed processing field.