What is BS EN 17399 about?
BS EN 17399 defines the terms related to functions, products, and properties of algae and algae products. In order to better pack the methodologies, algae are regarded as a functional group of organisms consisting of microalgae, macroalgae, cyanobacteria and Labyrinthulomycetes.
BS EN 17399 has been developed with the aim to cover the horizontal definitions for algae and algae-based products or intermediates. Hence, other terms and definitions are given in the other standards developed by CEN/TC 454 “Algae and algae products”.
Note: For food, feed and non-food, non-feed applications additional definitions may exist in other product specific standards.
Who is BS EN 17399 for?
BS EN 17399 on Algae and algae products is relevant to:
- Algae product manufacturers
- FMCG companies
Why should you use BS EN 17399?
The interest in algae and algae-based products or intermediates has increased significantly in Europe as a valuable source including but not limited to, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and several pigments.
These materials are suitable for use in a wide range of applications from food and feed purposes to other sectors, such as textile, cosmetics, biopolymers, biofuel and fertilizer/biostimulants.
BS EN 17399 will help you with standardization which was identified to be having an important role in promoting the use of algae and algae products. This will help you drive sales and thus revenue also.
