US food regulatory agencies are to hold a public meeting to discuss
the nation's draft positions on food additives ahead of a Codex
session due to take place in April.
The EC has concluded that the proposed acquisition of Quest by
Givaudan poses no significant impediment to effective competition
in the European Economic Area (EEA).
Tate & Lyle's appointment of a new head of global research and
development underlines the company's focus on the value-added end
of the ingredients market.
The color of a drink can affect peoples' perception of its taste,
according to new research, which claims to be the first of its kind
to examine how attributes such as color, price or brand can impact
consumer preferences.
A new device that mimics human chewing could have ramifications for
food formulators by providing a more detailed understanding of
mastication and flavour release.
Givaudan's full year results for 2006 indicate that the flavour and
fragrance giant is profiting from the streamlining of its commodity
ingredient operations.
Scientists have isolated a blue pigment from cultured soil bacteria
that could offer a natural colouring with an excellent stability
and toxicology profile for food.
French chemical giant Rhodia have announced the continued expansion
of its China-based diphenol production with the third manufacturing
site set to open in June.
Beta-carotene, a carotenoid already extensively used as a colorant,
improved the colour of reduced-fat mayonnaise using beta-glucan,
without affecting texture, says new research.
Leading US flavor and fragrance firm IFF has reported strong growth
in its fourth quarter and full year, indicating that the company
could be coming up for air after a tough year in 2005.
Incorporating ingredients that deliver the umami taste into food
products could be one way to enhance flavor and avoid the use of
artificial flavoring agents such as MSG, according to a recently
published paper.
Leading spice firm McCormick has reported a dip in its fourth
quarter and full year financial results, with profits weighed down
by restructuring charges.
Onion extract, rich in the natural antioxidant quercetin, may not
only improve the shelf life of a processed meat product but also
enhances the flavour, Irish researchers report.
Danish ingredients giant Danisco has launched a new range of
flavourings designed for yoghurt candies - allowing confectioners
to give boiled sweets a healthier image.
Scientists from Brazil and France have moved a step closer to
creating the perfect cup of coffee after identifying key genes that
can affect flavour in the beans.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched its consultation
regarding the implementation of EU directives in England on food
additives other than colours and sweeteners and sweeteners for use
in foodstuffs.
Infusion of flavours into empty yeast cells improves stability and
flavour release, compared to traditional spray dry powders,
researchers form Firmenich have reported.
Irish firm Kerry Ingredients has responded to the growth of
organics in the United States by expanding its organic ingredient
product range across the board, the firm announced yesterday.
Guava and miso are amongst the major new flavors expected to take
off this year, according to a new trend program launched by
Givaudan, which aims to provide an annual forecast for global
flavor preferences.
The pleasure of eating, and the desire to stop, is not affected by
bodyweight, says a new study that could help in the search for a
solution to the obesity epidemic.
Synergy Flavors has acquired New York-based Vanlab Corporation in a
move designed to strengthen the company's overall product mix
across sweet and savory flavours.
Vitiva is introducing a new variant of its Inolens rosemary extract
aimed at boosting stability of carotenoids and other natural
colourings, without the need for synthetic preservatives.
Quest International, the flavour firm recently acquired by
Givaudan, has launched a new range of fruit flavours based on
components that 'precisely replicate the flavours of real fruit at
various stages of ripeness'.
The potential of the brain health nutrition market is only starting
to be realised, and Nestlé underlined its intentions yesterday to
get a head start on the competition with the signing of an
agreement with the Swiss Federal Institute...
Frutarom has released another strong set of financial results for
3Q, gathering greater clout in the natural ingredients sector
through strategic acquisitions, launches and licenses.