Global Prebiotic Science

Nourish your gut.
Naturally.

Milliose Inc. brings premium-grade Stachyose — a functional oligosaccharide extracted from natural plants — to the global health and nutrition market.

Explore Stachyose How it works

Stachyose

Pure functional oligosaccharide. Extracted from natural plants. Stable, safe, effective.

Prebiotic Non-GMO Vegan-Friendly Diabetic-Safe
The Product

Stachyose —
pure oligosaccharide

Derived from Stachys sieboldii Miq. using only purified water — no solvents, no additives. The result is a fine white powder with a mild, clean sweetness.

FormFine powder
ColorWhite to light yellow
TasteMildly sweet, no off-flavors
Packaging25 kg drum
StandardQ/CRHC0086S
Extraction solventPurified water only
Stachyose powder — pure white fine powder

Stachyose finished powder

Available grades

60%
Entry grade — food & beverage applications
70%
Mid grade — supplements & functional foods
80%
High grade — nutraceutical & clinical use

Produced through water extraction, filtration, decolorization, advanced membrane separation and concentration, optimized drying, and sealed drum packaging. Every batch is subject to independent quality verification.

Health Benefits

What Stachyose
does for the body

As a prebiotic, Stachyose feeds beneficial gut bacteria rather than delivering them — making it stable, reliable, and effective across a wide range of health applications.

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Digestive health

Relieves constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and colitis by nourishing beneficial gut microbiota.

02

Immune support

Gut fermentation produces short-chain fatty acids that energize colon cells and strengthen immune response.

03

Liver & metabolic health

Supports hepatic function, helps manage blood sugar, and is safe for diabetic patients without endocrine burden.

04

Gut environment cleansing

Promotes the excretion of intestinal toxins and inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria, helping to restore a balanced gut environment.

05

Mineral absorption

Promotes uptake of calcium and magnesium, and stimulates B-vitamin synthesis in the gut.

06

Anti-inflammatory

Associated with therapeutic effects on gastritis, gastric ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, and proctitis.

Healthy nutrition lifestyle

Fuel a healthier lifestyle

Stachyose integrates into everyday nutrition — smoothies, yogurts, and wellness routines — without changing what you love about your diet.

Scientific research and formulation

Backed by science

A tetrasaccharide with a well-understood mechanism of action. Stachyose has been studied extensively for its prebiotic efficacy and safety profile.

B2B food and nutraceutical manufacturing

Built for B2B formulators

Available in 25 kg drums across three purity grades, Stachyose is ready to integrate into your manufacturing process with minimal reformulation.

Stachyose vs. Other Prebiotics

The prebiotic that
goes further

Not all prebiotics are structurally equal. Stachyose is a heat-stable, selectively bifidogenic tetrasaccharide — able to withstand thermal processing that degrades FOS and inulin, while offering a more targeted prebiotic effect than broader-spectrum fibers.

Stachyose FOS GOS Inulin
Source Raffinose-family plant extract Chicory inulin or enzymatic from sucrose Enzymatic conversion of lactose Chicory root, Jerusalem artichoke, agave
Structure Tetrasaccharide (Gal-Gal-Glc-Fru) Fructose chains, DP 2–10 Galactose chains + glucose Fructan chain, DP 2–60
Heat stability Stable to ~160°C Degrades at high processing temps Moderate, below Stachyose Degrades like FOS; used as fat replacer in gels
Bifidogenic effect High, selective Broad, less selective High, HMO-like Broad, less selective
Glycemic impact Low Low Low Low
Vegan / plant-based Yes — pure plant extract Yes — plant/sucrose derived No — derived from milk lactose Yes — plant-derived

Superior heat stability

Stachyose remains stable up to ~160°C, holding up in baking and thermal processing where FOS and inulin degrade — a real advantage for manufacturers working with heat-intensive formats.

Selective bifidogenic action

Unlike the broader, less selective fermentation profile of FOS and inulin, Stachyose more precisely targets beneficial Bifidobacteria for a more efficient prebiotic effect.

Structurally distinct

As a raffinose-family tetrasaccharide, Stachyose is compositionally different from the fructan- and galactan-based fibers that dominate the category — offering formulators a genuine point of differentiation.

Low glycemic impact

Like its competitors, Stachyose has minimal effect on blood sugar, making it suitable for diabetic-friendly and metabolic health formulations.

Naturally derived, well-characterized

Stachyose occurs naturally in legumes and other plant sources, giving it a long history of dietary consumption and a well-documented composition — a strong foundation as it moves through the regulatory pathway toward formal market approvals.

Vegan-friendly by nature

Unlike GOS, which is derived from milk lactose, Stachyose is a pure plant extract — making it a straightforward fit for vegan, dairy-free, and plant-based product lines alongside FOS and inulin.

Inclusion Rate & Cost-in-Use

Less ingredient. Same result.

Because Stachyose is highly bioactive at lower quantities than competing prebiotics, formulators and supplement brands benefit from a meaningfully lower cost-in-use — even when the raw ingredient price is comparable. The following is intended as general formulation guidance; we recommend contacting us for application-specific recommendations.

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General gut health

Daily maintenance · All ages

A low daily serving is sufficient to support regular bifidobacteria activity and overall digestive comfort. Stachyose achieves this at a smaller quantity per serving than FOS or inulin, reducing the ingredient cost per unit without compromising efficacy.

Lower inclusion rate than FOS / inulin
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Supplement formulations

Capsules · Sachets · Functional foods

Stachyose's potency means effective doses fit comfortably within standard capsule or sachet formats. Brands can achieve a therapeutically relevant serving without oversizing the delivery format — a direct cost and logistics advantage over bulkier prebiotic fibers.

Fits standard capsule / sachet sizes
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Beverage & food applications

Drinks · Baked goods · Dairy

In food and drink applications, a small inclusion rate delivers functional prebiotic activity without affecting flavor or texture. The lower quantity needed per serving translates directly into a lower cost-in-use compared to GOS or inulin, which typically require higher loads to achieve comparable outcomes.

Lower cost-in-use vs. GOS & inulin

This guidance is for formulation reference only and does not constitute medical advice. Optimal inclusion rates vary by application, matrix, and target population. Contact our technical team for product-specific recommendations.

Applications

Where Stachyose fits

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Functional beverages

Effective at small inclusion rates in lactic acid drinks, kombucha, and health waters without affecting flavor.

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Baked goods

Improves moisture retention and modifies dough rheology in breads, crackers, and nutrition bars.

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Nutraceuticals & pharma

Suitable for capsules, sachets, and clinical nutrition formulations. Binds toxins in the GI tract.

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Standalone supplements

Mixes cleanly into water or smoothies. Safe for all ages including infants, elderly, and diabetic individuals.

Get in Touch

Let's talk
about your needs

We supply Stachyose in bulk and custom formats to food manufacturers, nutraceutical brands, and research institutions worldwide.

info@milliose.com — General inquiries sales@milliose.com — Bulk & B2B orders info@milliose.com — Technical & formulation

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