Synbio Tech Inc. (1295.TW) proudly announced that its flagship probiotic strain, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TWK10®, has achieved another patent milestone with the official approval from the Korean Intellectual Property Office (Patent No. KR 10-2787988B1). The patent, titled “Methods of maintaining or increasing muscle mass and strength in elderly subjects”, highlights TWK10®'s unique potential in supporting mobility and vitality, earning further international recognition.

TWK10® is a proprietary probiotic strain isolated from traditional Taiwanese fermented cabbage. Supported by scientific research, TWK10® has shown great potential in sports nutrition and healthy aging, contributing to physical performance and helping to maintain overall body function.

Its ability to support active lifestyles makes TWK10® a valuable ingredient in functional nutrition. The granting of this Korean patent not only reinforces the scientific credibility of TWK10® as a food ingredient for muscle health applications, but also broadens its possibilities for incorporation into a wide range of food products and dietary supplements.

Mr. Chuan-Hsien Yang, General Manager of Synbio Tech Inc., commented: "The core mission behind TWK10®'s development is to provide a safe, clinically supported, and versatile probiotic solution that helps individuals across all ages maintain vitality and support everyday mobility. We are delighted that our continuous efforts have once again been recognized internationally. Moving forward, we will further accelerate TWK10®'s global expansion and application development, creating greater value for healthier living."

To date, TWK10® has conducted 7 human clinical trials, received 11 international awards, secured 13 global patents, and published over 27 scientific papers. Furthermore, TWK10® has successfully obtained health claims approval or strain registration in multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, and South Korea. These achievements underscore TWK10®'s outstanding safety profile, regulatory compliance, and market potential, providing strong assurance and confidence for global partners and brand customers.