Flavour compounds with a low solubility may form complexes with
high-amylose maize starch, offering innovative encapsulation and
cost-saving benefits, says a new study.
Bell Flavors and Fragrances has responded to concerns over the use
of diacetyl in popcorn by developing butter flavors that are free
from the additive.
American and Japanese researchers have identified how peptides in
food activate human bitter taste receptors, data that could have
implications for the food industry and food formulators.
The food industry can expect to see progress in novel foods
regulation, the Food Improvement Agents Package (FIAP) and the
labelling regulation during Slovenia's presidency of the European
presidency, according to an advisor.
Research and development is crucial for continued success in the
Brazilian flavors market, to meet the challenge of imitating
natural tastes, according to a new report.
Senomyx has added five new patents covering the use of the human
bitter and savory taste receptors to its belt, which will help it
develop new flavor ingredients.
A spate of acquisitions by larger natural ingredients companies
indicates consolidation in the market place mirroring that of the
industry at large, say industry experts, helping them gain weight
to cater to the needs of large clients.
Flavours Inc is exploring uses for its new Spun Matrix
microencapsulation technology in teas and baked goods, and expects
to launch a next generation liquid version later this year.
Lycopene may show benefits against benign prostate hyperplasia
(BPH), a condition said to affect more than half of all men over
the age of 50, suggests a new study from Germany.
Pork belly, watermelon and goji are amongst some of the more
unusual soup flavours predicted to be popular in 2008, according to
Campbell's Kitchen and Swanson Broth.
Volatile extracts from celery can enhance the flavour of chicken
soup, and could offer novel flavour enhancers for food
formulations, suggests new research.
Wild is putting together an experienced team in preparation for its
planned initial public offering, tapping Symrise's CFO to take it
through the process.
Naturex has acquired US-based natural flavour ingredients firm
Chart Corporation, reaffirming the French company's strong position
in the global plant extracts market.
Freshness dates, nutrition facts panels and ingredients lists are
priorities for most consumers when reading product labels,
according to a new report.
'Kosher' was the most frequently used claim on new products
launched in the US during 2007, while 'All Natural' and 'No
Additives or Preservatives' were amongst the other most popular
claims used on new...
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Freeze-dried extracts from hibiscus stabilised by trehalose or
maltodextrin can provide colourants for a range of food
applications with superior stability, report researchers from
Thailand.
Flavor firm Wild says it has developed new ways to help US
manufacturers boost the fruit and vegetable content of their
products, while keeping these tasty and fun to eat.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has put together a
working group to provide the European Commission and EU member
states with scientific advice on the effects of food additives on
behaviour by the end of February.
LycoRed is launching a range of flavour enhancers for confectionery
using a new encapsulation technology to allow slow release of the
flavours, thus prolonging enjoyment of products.
Beverage innovator Wild has come up with a new concept for clear
fruit-juice drinks called Refresher, to help manufacturers tap
demand for near water, spritzer and water-plus products.
Consumer tastes are polarised along two trends: exotic flavours,
and retro flavours that conjure up memories of the good old days,
according to a new report from Datamonitor.
Manufacturers will increasingly turn to unusual confectionery
flavours such as pomegranate, eucalyptus and goji in order to make
their products stand out from the competition on supermarket
shelves, according to a new report.
Givaudan Flavors has extended its natural flavors range with the
introduction of a series of proprietary ingredients that provide a
variety of unique cheese characteristics to food products.
The interactions between flavour compounds and bacteria in
fermented foods could enable formulators to maximise the taste of
their products, suggests new research.
Cutting out the junk will be a major for manufacturers in 2008 said
Mintel in its prediction of trends to shape food for the next 12
months, as consumers buy into natural and environmentally-friendly
products.
Fine chemicals firm Allylix is to get more than $3m worth of
investment by a team of companies including Tate & Lyle
Ventures to produce cost effective plant extracts called terpenes.
Fine chemicals firm Allylix is to get more than $3m worth of
investment by a team of companies including Tate & Lyle
Ventures to produce cost effective plant extracts called terpenes.
The top 10 trends to watch for next year include fresh and organic,
superfruits, bold flavors, and probiotics beyond yogurts, according
to Datamonitor's Productscan database.
Symrise has developed a sugarless version of its Evoglass flavor
encapsulation technology, catering to growth in the sugar-free
confectionery and packaged foods market.
A blend of native Australian herbs with synergistic preservative
qualities could prove a natural alternative to sodium benzoate in
beverages, claims its inventor.
The adoption of draft opinions on the safety of six food colours is
on hold pending EFSA's review of the Southampton study on certain
food additives and hyperactivity in children.
Herb and fruit infused beers are set to become a major growth
category for brewers facing dwindling sales of ale, according to
the manufacturer of a new range of natural flavours.
The proposed restrictions on air freighting of organic produce into
the UK could have implications for the flavour industry, as some
valuable raw materials are grown far way and would not survive
lengthy sea freighting times.
Frutarom has snapped up RAD Natural Technologies in its seventh
acquisition of the year - a move that adds to its growing weight in
the taste and health arena.
Unreliable organic supplies are stunting the growth of over half of
US organic food manufacturers, according to a new report by the
nation's industry association.
UK flavourings company Create Flavours is restructuring its
business to incorporate a division dedicated to the production of
natural flavours, adapting to the growing trend for clean-label
ingredients.
WILD managing director Hans-Peter Voss explains how decades of experience in natural ingredients enables the firm to create targeted market solutions for beverage makers.
Scientists from Nestle and the University of California have
developed a model which could help explain the texture as well the
transport of flavours and nutrients in foods.
Proposals on the suggested amounts of artificial colourings in food
supplements are being drawn up for Codex because the current limits
are too low, according to the International Alliance for
Dietary/Food Supplement Associations...
Ingredients supplier Wild has this week opened its first beverage
ingredients manufacturing site in the Middle East, building on the
growing demand for soft drinks in the area.
Japan-based Ajinomoto has experienced an increase in sales and
income, particularly for its enzymes and flavour seasonings,
according to its interim financial results released today.
Taste remains a challenge in health and wellness products. Henk Welten, global strategic categories leader at Cargill Flavour Systems, takes us through some solutions.