Human Milk Oligosaccharides

A Significant Milestone

Breast milk is considered the gold standard for infant development and nutrition. Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs), a key component of breast milk, help shape the gut microbiota of an infant and may support the immune system and cognitive development.

Kyowa Hakko offers HMOs produced with innovative fermentation technology and high-quality standards.

Infant Formula & Foods

2'-Fucosyllactose is the most abundant HMOs naturally present in human breast milk, making up about 20-30% of all of HMOs.

Cas.No41263-94-9
Assay≥ 90% (dry basis)
CompositionFuc(α1-2)Gal(β1-4)Glc
DescriptionWhite to off-white, Spray-dried powder
Uses*Infant Formula, Foods, Dietary Supplements
Packaging15 kg
CertificationsHalal and KOSHER Diary Certified

* Each country or region has its own regulations regarding the intended use of 2’-FL. Please contact us for more information.


3’-Sialyllactose is one of the top 5 acidic HMOs having sialic acid residues in content.

Cas.No128596-80-5
Assay≥ 82% (dry basis)
CompositionNeu5Ac(α2-3)Gal(β1-4)Glc, sodium salt
DescriptionWhite to off-white, Spray-dried powder
Uses*Infant Formula, Foods, Dietary Supplements
Packaging15 kg
CertificationsHalal and KOSHER Diary Certified

* Each country or region has its own regulations regarding the intended use of 3’-SL. Please contact us for more information.


6’-Sialyllactose is the most abundant acidic HMO having sialic acid residues.

Cas.No157574-76-0
Assay≥ 84% (dry basis)
CompositionNeu5Ac(α2-6)Gal(β1-4)Glc, sodium salt
DescriptionWhite to off-white, Spray-dried powder
Uses*Infant Formula, Foods, Dietary Supplements
Packaging15 kg
CertificationsHalal and KOSHER Diary Certified

* Each country or region has its own regulations regarding the intended use of 6’-SL. Please contact us for more information.

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