Natamycin(Pimaricin) is an antimycotic product which have broad and effective action. It not only inhibits the growth of different moulds and yeast, but also inhibits the production of their toxin. Commercial Natamycin contains 50% of the active substance. Small quantities of Natamycin can inhibit all moulds and yeast, which cause food spoilage. Natamycin has no effect on bacteria, so it does not prevent in the natural maturing process of yoghurt , cheese , fresh Ham, sausage, ect.
Natamycin has been proven to be a safe antimycotic agent. Used in a variety of food products for more than 30 years. Accordingly, it has been approved as a food additive in over 80 countries.