Loma launches X-ray, metal detection systems
Loma Systems has expanded its x-ray and metal detection offering for food manufacturers with the launch of the Loma X4 SideShoot, Loma X4 FinePitch x-rays and IQ3+ PipeLine metal detector.
Archives for September 1, 2009
Sucralose safety ‘scientifically sound’: Expert panel
Studies reporting that sucralose may be detrimental to gut health were “not scientifically rigorous”, and the totality of evidence supports the safety of the sweetener, an expert panel has concluded.
FSANZ sees reasons to approve new GM soy
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has published a second assessment report on the potential use of a herbicide-tolerant soybean line in food products, giving its preferred option of approval.
EFSA view on Southampton six imminent
A verdict on the safety of the ‘Southampton six’ food colours is imminent after the EFSA confirmed its food additives panel is scheduled to discuss the review findings later this month.
FDA has no objection to GRAS for SweetLeaf stevia
Wisdom Natural Brands is the latest company to receive a no objection letter from the FDA over GRAS status of its stevia sweetener.
Mane launches new flavours 'from the named veg'
Mane is launching a new range of vegetable flavours for culinary applications to cater to the growing trend for natural foods and the new legislation on the composition of flavours that can be called natural.
GM policy could bring price, supply issues, warns UK
The UK government has warned that the EU’s hardline on GM food could disrupt the supply chain and result in price hikes.
EU proposal to add acrylamide to hazardous chemical list
The European Union has tabled a proposal to add chemical acrylamide to a list of Substances of Very High Concern.
Tax soft drinks and snacks to fight childhood obesity, says IOM
The Institute of Medicine and the National Research Council have recommended taxing high-calorie, low-nutrient food and drink in order to combat childhood obesity, in a new report released on Tuesday.
American snacking on the up, says NPD
Americans are snacking more than ever and the trend is set to increase as ‘grab-and-go’ foods become more varied and easily available, according to new report from the NPD Group.
Canadians shunning meals in favor of convenience
Almost one in five Canadians skip their lunch break in favor of surfing the internet or working at their desk, says a new survey that supports the development of convenience foods.
Store brands match big names in blind tests
Private label foods matched and even beat their big brand rivals in blind head-to-head tests set by the magazine Consumer Reports.