Climax Foods, an AI FoodTech startup, has developed a plant-based ingredient that replicates the functional performance of dairy casein by leveraging AI and a proprietary formulation process.

According to the company, the seed-based protein source mimics the functionality, texture, and taste of animal-based casein, a crucial element in the production of dairy products. Moreover, the ingredient is claimed to be free from hormones, antibiotics, and the top eight allergens. 

Climax Foods claims its precision formulation process using naturally occurring plant proteins can provide true melt and stretch to plant-based cheeses without the scalability and regulatory challenges often associated with precision fermentation methods. The process enables sustainable production at scale while offering price parity with animal-based casein.