Anti-scuff glaze for enrobed chocolate to keep up appearances
Edible coatings and films firm Mantrose UK rolls out an anti-scuffing innovation that it claims protects against surface damage while maintaining the original appearance of the chocolate.
Archives for March 4, 2009
Raw materials and acquisition costs drag earnings down for Symrise
Sales increases at fragrance and flavour company Symrise were not enough to keep net income from slipping in 2008.
Cadbury builds Fairtrade awareness, bar-by-bar
Cadbury’s commitment to source cocoa for its popular Dairy Milk chocolate bars is a strong signal that responsible sourcing is moving out of a niche and into the mainstream, and will introduce more consumers to the principal.
PureCircle reaps rewards for Reb A contracts in H1
Reb A producer PureCircle has reported a net profit increase of 75 per cent for the first half of 2009 after securing major contracts with companies including PepsiCo, Whole Earth and Cargill ahead of regulatory clearance in key markets.
Frutarom signs agreement to buy Flavor Specialties Inc
Frutarom has taken the next step in its march to strengthen its position in US flavors with a new agreement to acquire Flavors Specialities Inc (FSI) for $17.2m.
US food manufacturer cautioned over processing practices
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sent a warning letter to Dean Foods Company citing serious deviations from manufacturing regulations regarding low-acid canned food at one of its facilities.
Scientists lift the lid on flavour encapsulation limitations
Encapsulating flavours in proteins in order to protect it during food formulation, may be counter-productive if the protein reacts with the flavour, says a new American study.
Salt imitation to reduce salt without flavor impact
Bell Flavors and Fragrances has introduced a new sodium-reducing flavor technology for use in meats, snacks, condiments and soups, which it claims mimics the flavor of salt without its negative health impacts.
Kids count in growing Hispanic sector
Children’s opinions are much more likely to be considered in food purchasing decisions amongst America’s growing Hispanic population, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.