New additive improves strength of PLA, says Rohm and Haas
A new plastic additive has been designed to modify polylactic acid (PLA) so as to make it easier to process without diminishing its clarity, says Rohm and Haas.
Archives for September 22, 2008
Tate & Lyle loses sucralose patent case
Tate & Lyle is to appeal against a court ruling which concluded that Chinese importers and manufacturers of sucralose did not infringe the sugar giant’s patents, as it had claimed.
FSA seeks research for allergy labelling changes
The UK’s Food Standards Agency is working on improving allergen labelling and control practices used by industry, with investigations set to kick off in November at an open meeting with researchers.
No additives or preservatives lead label claims: Mintel
Food products with ‘no additives/ preservatives’ claims are leading the way in European and international launches, according to data from Mintel.
Seaweed granules may replace salt in foods
Seaweed may hold the key to reducing salt in foods without affecting the shelf life and taste of the product, according to a new project from the UK.
Digestive health leads functional product launches, Mintel
Foods and beverages marketed for digestive health have crept to the top of the list of new functional product launches so far this year, according to statistics provided by Mintel.
Omega-3 and soy may protect against pollution harm: Study
Supplements of omega-3 or soy may protect the heart against certain damaging effects of air pollution, according to a new study from an international team of researchers.
Soy has staying power as healthy option
Consumers in the US are increasingly turning to soy as a healthy choice as they constantly change their eating habits to improve nutrition, according to a study from the United Soybean Board.
Manufacturer plans global rollout for ‘convenient’ cheese cultures
An ingredients supplier is spying a gradual global rollout for its new thermophilic cultures designed as a higher yield means of processing low maturation cheeses like pasta Filata without compromising taste or quality.