Lacto X

Shelf Life : 2 Years

Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Solution for Controlling Bacterial Contamination in Fermentation Processes

Bacterial contamination during fermentation in molasses and grain distilleries can reduce alcohol yield, increase by-product formation, and cause unstable fermentation performance. Controlling diverse microbial populations under varying operating conditions therefore remains an important fermentation challenge.

Effective microbial control is required to maintain fermentation efficiency while ensuring that yeast activity is not adversely affected.

Lacto X is an advanced antimicrobial formulation developed to control a wide range of bacterial contaminants encountered during fermentation. It inhibits bacterial cell proliferation through multiple antimicrobial mechanisms while maintaining yeast activity across different process environments.

Provides broad-spectrum control of bacterial contamination
Delivers 95% antimicrobial efficacy even at high contamination levels
Provides sustained effectiveness for up to 36 hours
Improves yeast cell proliferation
Reduces fermentation time
Enhances fermentation efficiency
Minimizes by-product formation
Enables better process control
Has no adverse effect on yeast metabolism
Effective at low dosage

Lacto X is recommended for molasses and grain fermentation, including :

Pre-fermentation Stage
Fermentation Stage
Direct Addition to Fermentation Wash / Process Stream

Broad-spectrum antimicrobial formulation
Effective even at high contamination levels
Provides sustained antimicrobial effectiveness
Supports yeast proliferation
Helps reduce fermentation time
Supports efficient and stable fermentation performance

FAQ's

How effective is Lacto X against bacterial contamination?

Lacto X provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial control to help reduce bacterial contamination during fermentation while remaining compatible with yeast metabolism. Its sustained antimicrobial activity supports stable fermentation and improved process consistency.

When and where should Lacto X be added during the process?

Lacto X is added directly to the fermentation wash or process stream. It can be dosed during pre-fermentation or fermentation, depending on the contamination control strategy.

How does Lacto X control bacterial contamination without affecting yeast?

Lacto X inhibits bacterial cell wall and protein synthesis while disrupting bacterial cell membranes and signaling pathways. This targeted antimicrobial action suppresses bacterial growth without negatively affecting yeast metabolism or proliferation.

What value return can be achieved by using Lacto X?

Every 1x invested in Lacto X generates 2.8x in value, based on a 100 KLPD plant, 1 ppm dosage, and reduction of lactic acid to 2,000 ppm.