Allergic reactions to azo dyes in foods unlikely, EFSA
Consumption of azo food dyes are unlikely to cause allergic reactions at the current levels of use, claims the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) after reviewing 10 colours.
Archives for October 7, 2010
Snack flavours deliver double digit gains for Givaudan
The snack and sweet goods category delivered double digit gains for flavour and fragrance house, Givaudan, which recorded overall sales of CHF 3,283m in the first nine months of 2010.
Speciality enzyme firm Biocatalysts plans to increase turnover by £6m in five years
UK biotechnology firm Biocatalysts has announced that it aims to increase turnover by up to £6m and create 25 new jobs under a five year development plan.
Dispatches from European Flavour Association conference
Tackling regulatory issues and talking flavours with consumer groups
At the start of 2010 EFFA adopted a new structure following its split from the fragrance industry association. Sven Ballschmiede, EFFA board member, explains EFFA new focus and matters that are topping its agenda today.
Dieters: Let them eat cake?
Six weeks ago a Kansas State University nutrition professor started a calorie-controlled diet based on high-fat snacks. FoodNavigator-USA caught up with Mark Haub and found that he is doing remarkably well.
Fermented coconut may produce natural flavour compounds
The fermentation of coconut cream with yeast could produce high quantities of natural flavour compounds for food applications, according to new research.
EC not ruling out action against BPA, plans to curb infant exposure
Brussels said health uncertainties raised by EFSA over bisphenol A (BPA) could spur future action against the chemical, as it highlighted the need to minimise infant exposure to the substance.
Novel fibers may blunt blood sugar spikes
Formulating foods with a novel functional fibers may reduce blood sugar spikes after eating, according to a new study.
Increasing FDA attention to genetic testing may “stifle innovation”
As genetic testing advances, and commercial tests increase in number, FDA oversight of the tests will strengthen, but it will remain a challenge to not stifle future innovation, says an academic from Duke University.
Dispatches from European Flavour Association conference
Commission mulls adopting flavourings list - but some data still unavailable
Flavour companies must provide data to EFSA to allow it to complete the safety reassessments for some 400 outstanding flavour substances already used in the EU by 2014, DG Sanco has stressed; meanwhile, solutions are sought as to how the list of approved...
FTC scrutinizes eco-friendly claims
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed changes to its guidelines for ‘green’ label claims to help marketers avoid making statements that could mislead consumers.
NYC proposes ban on buying sugary soft drinks with food stamps
Using food stamps to buy sugary soft drinks could be banned in New York City if a proposal submitted to the USDA by Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Governor David Paterson is accepted.