Ingredients
Plantible Foods Receives FDA Green Light for Lemna-Derived Rubi Protein
Vegconomist • Feb 19, 2026
Plantible Foods has received a "No Questions" letter from the FDA in response to their Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) notice for Rubi Protein, their Lemna-derived protein ingredient. This makes Plantible the first company to receive FDA acknowledgment for the use of isolated RuBisCO protein in food applications, a significant milestone for the company. Rubi Protein offers a neutral taste profile, high solubility, and strong emulsification and foaming functionality, making it a versatile ingredient for various food and beverage categories.
The FDA's response affirms that Rubi Protein is Generally Recognized as Safe under its intended conditions of use, allowing Plantible to accelerate production capacity to meet growing customer demand. Plantible plans to expand their manufacturing facility in Texas to support existing partnerships and new commercial opportunities as global demand for stable, sustainable, and clean-label proteins continues to rise.
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