byPEGMATECH by Pegma-tech
PEGMATECH technology
PETBOND

The evolution of Yucca for
pet food
manufacturers.

Five products. One mineral technology. An alternative to imported Yucca for fecal odor control, manufactured by Pegmatech, with results from a study conducted at UFPR and dedicated technical support.

· University-validated· Proprietary mineral technology· Made in Brazil· 5 products · 1 technology
A linha· The line · La línea
Built on
University validation (Brazil, UFPR) · Controlled study 2017Authorized feed additive (check local regulations) · Regulatory compliancePEGMATECH · 30+ years in animal additivesManufactured in Brazil by PegmatechNDA available · Technical data under agreementAnti-mycotoxins · Aflatoxin · Fumonisin · ZearalenoneUniversity validation (Brazil, UFPR) · Controlled study 2017Authorized feed additive (check local regulations) · Regulatory compliancePEGMATECH · 30+ years in animal additivesManufactured in Brazil by PegmatechNDA available · Technical data under agreementAnti-mycotoxins · Aflatoxin · Fumonisin · Zearalenone
01 — The problem

Many pet food premium manufacturers live with imported Yucca dependency.

Yucca schidigera is a well-established additive for reducing fecal odor in pet food, and it is imported: its cost tracks exchange rates and import lead times.

Challenges of imported Yucca
  • 01

    Exchange-rate exposure

    Imported Yucca: currency swings flow straight into feed cost.

  • 02

    Complex and unstable logistics

    Yucca imports: international lead times and costs that are hard to predict.

02 — The solution

An alternative to Yucca,
made
in Brazil.

Developed and manufactured by PEGMATECH on a base of special aluminosilicates, the PETBOND line brings together odor control, anti-mycotoxin action and binding properties in proprietary formulations, produced in Brazil.

01

Results from a controlled study

Quantified results above Yucca in the main parameters evaluated in the UFPR study.

02

Manufactured in Brazil by Pegmatech

In-house production, with technical support from the team that develops the line.

03

Multiple functional benefits

Odor control + anti-mycotoxin + fecal quality in a single additive.

04

Specialized technical support

In-house team with decades in animal nutrition — from diagnosis to follow-up.

Desenvolvido porPEGMATECH by Pegma-tech30+ anos em aditivos animais · Especialização em anti-toxinas
03 — Family

Five products. One
technology.
Flexibility for every formulation.

Each product is formulated on specific mineral bases — serving manufacturers seeking optimization through to premium lines prioritizing maximum technical differentiation.

01 / 050,5–1,5%*
STANDARD
 
Focus on odors and fecal consistency

An alternative to Yucca, manufactured by Pegmatech.

Primary function
Fecal odors, ammonia odors and fecal consistency
Technical composition
Special aluminosilicate mix with proprietary technology.
02 / 050,5–1,5%*
For Aluminosilicate users
Multi-action: odors · consistency · anti-mycotoxin

Odor control + mycotoxin protection in balance.

Primary function
Fecal odors, ammonia odors, fecal consistency and mycotoxin additive
Technical composition
Special aluminosilicates with proprietary technology.
03 / 050,5–1,5%*
Z
For Zeolite users
Multi-action: odors · consistency · anti-mycotoxin

Zeolite mineral base with proprietary technology.

Primary function
Fecal odors, ammonia odors, fecal consistency and mycotoxin additive
Technical composition
Combination of special minerals with proprietary technology.
04 / 050,5–1,5%*
B
For Bentonite users
Multi-action with focus on physical pellet quality

Odor control + anti-mycotoxin + physical pellet quality.

Primary function
Fecal odors, ammonia odors, fecal consistency and mycotoxin additive
Technical composition
Special bentonite mix (smectite clays) with proprietary technology.
05 / 050,5–1,5%*
PETBONDGRANSORB
 
Multi-approach against odors (+ MOS)

Mineral odor adsorption + MOS.

Primary function
Odor-adsorbing additive · minerals + MOS
Technical composition
Special mineral combination with proprietary technology + MOS (Mannan-oligosaccharides · Saccharomyces cerevisiae cell wall).

* Reference doses. They may be reviewed by qualified professionals, such as veterinarians, agronomists, animal scientists, chemists and food engineers, among others, since professional titles and qualifications vary between countries; local regulatory bodies may also set their own limits.

Estratégia · Strategy · Estrategia

Options for lines from economy to super premium — on the same proprietary PEGMATECH platform.

04 — Comparison

PETBOND vs
Yucca

Side-by-side analysis of the criteria that weigh most in technical and commercial decisions.

CriterionYuccaPETBOND lineAdvantage
OriginImportedManufactured in Brazil (Pegmatech)Produced by the formulator
Scientific basisPublished scientific literatureControlled study · UFPRDirect comparison with Yucca

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05 — Scientific validation

University validation.
Technical superiority measured.

In 2017 PEGMATECH conducted a validation study of its technology with the Federal University of Paraná. The comparative study recorded results above those of Yucca Schidigera in the main parameters evaluated.

16
BEAGLES (WELL CARED FOR)
23
EVALUATORS
2017
BRAZIL · UFPR
Protocol
01
16 adult Beagle dogs
International scientific standard
02
Federal University of Paraná (UFPR)
Brazilian canine-nutrition reference
03
Block design
Robust statistical methodology
04
23 evaluators
Independent sensory analysis
05
Ethical protocol
Animal welfare guaranteed
Experimental design
TreatmentDosageCharacteristic
Control0%Comparison baseline
Yucca0.05% (500 mg/kg)Reference additive
PEGMATECH technology0.35%Mineral technology under evaluation

Doses used in the study treatments.

Quantified results

Fecal consistency

% dry matter
· +4% above Yucca · PETBOND vs control: P<0.002
ControlBaseline
25.5
—
YuccaP<0.05
27.7
+8.6%
PETBONDP<0.002
28.8
+12.9%
Palatability preserved
PETBOND · PEGMATECH

PETBOND: acceptance preserved

The PEGMATECH mineral technology maintained food acceptance by the animals, with no negative impact on palatability.

Performance range
ParameterImprovement vs ControlSuperiority vs Yucca
Fecal consistency8–15%2–6% superior
Odor reduction15–25%4–8% superior
Fecal volume reduction15–25%About 3.6× · trend
Documented technology · industrial secret
Publicly available
  • —Mineral base (GRANSORB also contains MOS)
  • —Proprietary PEGMATECH formulation
  • —Specialized processing
  • —Quantified results
NDA-protected
  • —Specific mineral composition
  • —Exact proportions
  • —Processes*
  • —Component synergies
*Non-proprietary / non-protected processes
Complete technical data available under NDA, advanced negotiation, testing program or commercial partnership.
06 — Benefits

How PETBOND transforms your production line.

Four strategic vectors that set the PETBOND line apart on the factory floor and in financial outcomes.

01

Proprietary technology

Sustainable competitive edge
  • Decades of PEGMATECH expertise in additives
  • Anti-toxin specialization applied to odors
  • Exclusive formulations with IP protection
  • Justified premium positioning
02

Specialized technical support

In-house technical team
  • Animal nutrition specialists
  • Free analysis of current formulation
  • Full implementation follow-through
  • Training for technical and commercial teams
03

Operational flexibility

Five paths, one excellence standard
  • 5 products for different applications
  • Dosage tunable by technical guidance
  • Compatible with conventional formulations (case-by-case assessment)
  • Multiple benefits in a single product
04

Strategic partnership

Long-term relationship
  • Production capacity matched to demand
  • Strategic inventory in key regions
  • Contract supply available on customer request
  • Joint development of new products
07 — Application cases

Three profiles.
Three journeys to transformation.

Illustrative scenarios of how the PETBOND line can be applied across different manufacturer profiles.

Scenario I

Premium transformation

Profile

Premium / super premium manufacturer dependent on imported Yucca.

Before

Exchange-rate swings and Yucca import lead times.

Solution

PETBOND MULTI replacing Yucca in whole or in part, with technical support from PEGMATECH.

Bonus

Built-in anti-mycotoxin action — replaces third-party additives and generates extra savings.

Target outcomes
  • Goal: supply without reliance on imported Yucca
  • Goal: final product quality and stability
  • Goal: fewer complaints
  • Goal: predictable inventory and PPCP
Scenario II

Mainstream optimization

Profile

Mainstream manufacturer focused on efficiency and margin pressure.

Before

Need to cut costs without compromising quality in a fiercely competitive market.

Solution

PETBOND STANDARD or MULTI, gradual Yucca replacement (or introduction of premium attributes to lines that did not use it).

Bonus

MULTI version adds anti-mycotoxin action at no extra additive cost.

Target outcomes
  • Goal: lower costs without quality loss
  • Goal: simpler sourcing and PPCP
  • Goal: wider margin
  • Goal: business growth
Scenario III

Functional innovation

Profile

Super premium focused on differentiation and advanced functional ingredients.

Before

Pursuit of technological leadership and exclusive products in the functional segment.

Solution

PETBOND GRANSORB or GRANSORB + MULTI, with dual mineral + MOS (mannan-oligosaccharides from the Saccharomyces cerevisiae cell wall) approach.

Bonus

Optional extra anti-mycotoxin action.

Target outcomes
  • Goal: differentiation with a premium solution
  • Goal: innovation positioning
  • Goal: growth in super premium
  • Goal: recognition for quality

Every formulator has unique variables — a quick technical anamnesis with our team identifies the ideal solution.

08 — Frequently asked

Answers from our
specialists.

Direct technical answers. For depth, book a free consultation with our team.

01

Product and technology

Our technology, developed by PEGMATECH over decades, optimizes the adsorptive properties of special aluminosilicates. Full technical details with our animal-feed specialists under NDA.
The three MULTI products use different mineral bases (aluminosilicates, zeolites or bentonites); the choice depends on the formulation and the raw materials the manufacturer already uses.
GRANSORB combines adsorbent minerals with MOS (mannan-oligosaccharides from the yeast cell wall).
02

Implementation and use

Full follow-through by our specialists: analysis of current formulation, product recommendation and support throughout implementation. Free technical consultation.
Yes. PETBOND is compatible with conventional pet food formulations, assessed case by case. We evaluate your specific formulation at no cost.
Typically 0.5% to 1.5%*, depending on feed profile, target species and desired objectives. * Reference doses. They may be reviewed by qualified professionals, such as veterinarians, agronomists, animal scientists, chemists and food engineers, among others, since professional titles and qualifications vary between countries; local regulatory bodies may also set their own limits.
03

Regulatory and quality

Yes. All products in the line are listed as authorized feed additives under specific regulation (check local regulations): STANDARD and GRANSORB for odor adsorption; MULTI, MULTI-B and MULTI-Z for odors and mycotoxins.
Batch-by-batch quality control according to technical specifications.
The aluminosilicates used are listed as authorized feed additives — check local regulations. In the European Union, bentonite and clinoptilolite are authorized as technological additives for all animal species, with EFSA safety opinions. Safety data for PETBOND products are available under NDA.
04

Commercial and support

Manufactured in Brazil by Pegmatech. Lead times and commercial terms are set out in a custom proposal after contact.
Yes. Formulation analysis, product recommendation, follow-up and training. Free technical consultation.
Yes. Testing program with specialized technical follow-up: planning, execution and evaluation.
09 — Technical conversation

Talk to our
specialists.

Technical team dedicated to building the ideal solution for your line. Custom service and free consultation.

Units across several regions of Brazil
Mon–Fri · 8 AM – 6 PM

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