WHAT IS TARGET BIO-LOCK?
Target Bio-LockTM is Anagenix’s proprietary low‑temperature freeze‑drying technology designed to lock in, protect, and concentrate the natural bioactives found in fruit.
Unlike conventional drying methods, Target Bio-Lock® preserves up to 97% of nutritional value, concentrates bioactives up to 10×, and maintains the natural taste, colour, and structure of fresh fruit, delivering premium, shelf‑stable powders for food, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical applications.
From Farm to Factory. FRESHNESS BY DESIGN.
2 Hours from Farm to Factory – 100% New Zealand Sourced
Our story starts and ends locally in New Zealand.
- Fruit is sourced from trusted local orchards, most within a two‑hour drive of our Auckland factory
- Harvested at peak ripeness
- Immediately frozen to preserve nutritional integrity
- Transported via cold chain to prevent degradation
- Reduced transport distances = lower emissions + higher freshness
Sustainability Bonus:
“Ugly Fruit” Upcycling
We process cosmetically imperfect fruit that would otherwise go to waste – perfect on the inside, imperfect on the outside – supporting local growers and reducing food waste.
sensitive bioactive compounds and
vitamins,compared to traditional methods
the original wet weight value
Suitable for formulation with probiotics
and speciality dietary applications
where ingredient stability is critical.
Target Bio-LockTM Retains 97% of Nutritional ValuE.
Core Advantages
Retains 97% of nutritional value – Preserves sensitive vitamins, antioxidants, and bioactives better than traditional drying.
Up to 10× bioactive concentration – Dramatically higher potency than fresh fruit.
Maintains original colour & taste – Critical for palatability and clean‑label formulations.
Ultra‑low moisture (1–5%) & water activity (<0.2 aW)
Ideal for probiotic compatibility and long‑term stability.
3‑year shelf life without preservatives – Naturally stable without chemical additives.
Gentle enough for pharmaceutical‑grade applications – Protects delicate enzymes and heat‑sensitive compounds.
Precision
Temperature &
Vacuum Cycles.
Once fruit reaches our facility, Target Bio-LockTM transforms it into a highly potent, shelf‑stable powder.
Our proprietary process:
- Operates at low temperatures to prevent heat damage
- Uses precision temperature and vacuum cycles
- Gradually removes bound water while preserving:
- Cellular structure
- Enzymes
- Vitamins
- Polyphenols
Prevents collapse, shrinkage, oxidation, and nutrient loss common in conventional drying
Concentrates naturally occurring bioactives rather than destroying them
Target Bio-LockTM
vs. Spray Drying.
Three samples of freeze-dried kiwifruit powder were sourced from China from different distributors. All three samples were expected to be of similar quality to Actazin®. Results showed little to no dietary fibre or any actinidin testing, indicating that the freeze drying processes they underwent inactivated the enzymes and altered the composition.
Target
Bio-locktm
is designed ato protect bioactives
“Food Grade” Kiwifruit powder often has no bioactives.
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freeze-dried kiwifruit
Actazin® by anagenix, new zealand
- Highly porous (>50%), sponge-like, irregular, amorphous with 8-13 m2/g surface area
- Porous structure allows complete penetration throughout the particle
- Open pore network (1-10 μm) allows bacterial colonisation
- Higher bioavailability (83-89%)
- Better encapsulation efficiency (>90%)
- Enhanced bioaccessibility during digestion
- Better preservation of heat-sensitive compounds
SPRAY-dried kiwifruit
DiSTRIBUTORS IN CHINA
- Dense, smooth, spherical with surface crusting and much lower porosit
- Smooth spherical surfaces limit access to only the exterior
- Dense spray-dried particles resist microbial penetration
- Lower bioavailability (54-58%)
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Such innovations make Bio-Lock freeze drying well-suited for premium food, nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals – offering enhanced taste, texture and nutritional content.
BIO-ACTIVE NUTRIENTS
LOCKED IN SUPERCHARGED.
Target
Bio-locktm
doesn’t just retain bioactives – it supercharges
them!
Why Does This Matter?
This concentration enables dramatically lower dosages, improving formulation flexibility, cost efficiency, and consumer compliance.
Exceptional Potency Delivered at Low Doses
Our dosages range from 25mg to 600mg. This bioactive concentration through freeze-drying allows us to deliver the same health benefits in a more convenient and condensed manner suitable for wide-ranging formulation formats.
FLEXIBLE USE
- Chewables
- Capsules
- Jellies/Gummies
- Functional Food Forms
- Beverages
Anagenix’ Unique
Intellectual Property.
Target Bio-Lock’s intellectual property revolves around methodical control of drying cycles and the use of precision temperature programs optimized for maximum nutrient retention and minimal physical product change. The unique aspects include:
Target
Bio-locktm
RETAINS higher
nutrient values
than commercial
freeze drying.
- Customisable temperature and vacuum cycles tailored for different ingredients, ensuring each product’s key nutritional values are locked in during the harshest stages of dehydration.
- The technology is capable of preserving porous structures and delicate bioactive molecules by preventing the collapse, shrinkage, and oxidation, which are common in conventional drying.
- Automated user interfaces for precise process regulation, further reducing human error and ensuring consistent nutrient lock-in with every batch.
