Comet Biorefining
Comet Biorefining produces ARRABINA® prebiotic dietary fibers, which are versatile, fully soluble powders with no taste, color, cost, or performance trade-offs, and are clinically proven to promote gut health.
Services
Comet Biorefining offers prebiotic dietary fibers under the brand name ARRABINA®. These fibers are available in multiple grades to meet various formulation needs. They are fully soluble powders with no taste, color, cost, or performance trade-offs. The company provides ARRABINA® P prebiotics, which come with naturally-occurring polyphenol antioxidants and complement flavors like coffee, tea, and chocolate. Additionally, ARRABINA® V prebiotics are colorless, fully-soluble powders that dissolve clear with no impact on taste, suitable for functional beverages and other applications.
Products
Comet Biorefining produces ARRABINA® prebiotic dietary fibers, which are versatile, fully soluble powders. The product line includes ARRABINA® P prebiotics, containing polyphenol antioxidants, and ARRABINA® V prebiotics, a colorless, taste-neutral powder ideal for various applications. These fibers are clinically proven to promote beneficial bifidobacteria growth in the gut with as little as 3 grams per day and are FDA-recognized for their health benefits. The company's dietary fibers aim to fill the 2-million-ton annual fiber gap in the US.
Sustainable Manufacturing Practices
Comet Biorefining is committed to sustainable manufacturing practices. The company employs biomass combined heat and power (CHP) for steam, wind energy for power, and practices low water use to minimize its environmental footprint. The sustainable approach to manufacturing has also led to ARRABINA® being certified as an Upcycled Certified™ ingredient. The company supports third-party validation of its product sustainability claims and is a member of the Upcycled Foods Association.
Manufacturing Facilities
Comet Biorefining's manufacturing facility is dedicated to producing ARRABINA® prebiotics, with a production capacity exceeding 4 million kilograms per year. This facility utilizes patented upcycling technology to efficiently produce high-quality dietary fibers. The company also operates a technology center, including a product laboratory, at its corporate headquarters in London, Ontario. The U.S. headquarters, located in Schaumburg, IL, features an application lab for testing new product opportunities.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Comet Biorefining has partnered with Meliora Bio in Kalundborg, Denmark, to expand an existing plant using patented upcycling technology. This collaboration represents one of the company's efforts to enhance its production capabilities and technological advancements. Such partnerships enable Comet Biorefining to maintain its commitment to innovation and sustainability in the biorefining sector.