Pharmacology & ToxicologybioRxiv
Safety evaluation of soy leghemoglobin protein preparation derived from Pichia pastoris, intended for use as a flavor catalyst in plant-based meat
R. Z. Fraser, M. Shitut, P. Agrawal…·S. Klapholz
This study evaluates the safety of soy leghemoglobin protein derived from Pichia pastoris for use in plant-based meat, finding it non-mutagenic and non-toxic at high doses.
DOI 10.1177/1091581818766318