Palatants and Hydrolysates is our business
Co-creating the best solutions with you
Product Safety and Consistency
Product safety and -consistency are paramount in everything we do. Our mindset is food production. We take our responsibility towards the pets, their owners, our partners and the wider community very seriously. Our partners can rely on us to provide safe, controlled and well-documented products.
Palatants and Hydrolysates
In a competitive pet food market, product differentiation and sensory performance are critical to success. Our palatants are designed to increase product acceptance by providing an appealing outside coating, ensuring pets find your formulations appealing.
Meanwhile, our hydrolysates work from the inside out, leveraging select animal proteins to support specific product claims, for instance ‘with lamb or ‘with Norwegian salmon’. Thanks to our gentle processing methods, these hydrolysates retain their natural, authentic flavors, further enhancing your product’s appeal.
While palatants are primarily based on chicken or pork proteins, our hydrolysates feature more novel and exotic protein sources. Additionally, as demand for non-meat formulations grows, we offer veggie-digests, which are suitable for both coating and formulation.
With over 50 years of experience in the global meat industry, we have unmatched access to a diverse range of proteins. This helps us to design palatants and hydrolysates tailored to your specific needs. Your ideas are our motivation.
We take our responsibility towards our partners and the wider community very seriously, not least when it comes to the pets and their owners.
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Palatants and Hydrolysates for cats and dogs
Science Driven Innovation
At the heart of our innovation lies a deep understanding of thermal processing, hydrolyzation and organic chemistry as well as our ability to “read” and interpret the complex mixture of volatile aroma compounds created during processing. This allows us to create products that stand out in terms of quality and performance.
Our team of highly qualified and dedicated scientists with backgrounds in chemistry, microbiology, process engineering, veterinary science and data analysis works tirelessly to develop new and improved solutions that help your business succeed and stay ahead.
A fully equipped test laboratory with advanced technology such as gas chromatographs, spray driers and other high-end equipment are invaluable and help us push the boundaries of innovation to develop the next generation of products.
Palatability Testing
Palatability testing is essential for understanding product preference and acceptance. That is why we continuously gather insights from panels of cats and dogs, ensuring that our products meet their expectations. Using versus tests, we assess preferences, while monadic tests help us evaluate overall acceptance.
We collaborate with trusted kennels that prioritize animal welfare, scientific methodology and data reliability, ensuring the most accurate and ethical testing conditions.
Feel free to get in touch when planning your next palatability trial. We have the knowledge and experience to help you design and execute a test plan and interpret the results. Whether you prefer guidance, collaborative or independent testing, we tailor our support to your needs.
BHJ A/S
6300 Graasten, Denmark. bhj.com
