BPA fears may hit metal packaging sector
Consumer fears about Bisphenol A (BPA) may compound the negative impacts on metal packaging in the next 10 years according to the latest study from market analyst Visiongain.
Archives for April 3, 2013
China boom continues for Australia beef exports
Australian beef and veal exports to China have continued to surge, driving first-quarter export volumes to a near record high.
Thermo Fisher Scientific develops bute test
Thermo Fisher Scientific has developed a method to test for the presence of the veterinary drug phenylbutazone in horsemeat.
Unilever enters UK confectionery market with Kinnerton licensing deal
Unilever has made its first foray into the UK confectionery market after reaching a licensing deal with Kinnerton Confectionery for ice cream brands Magnum, Cornetto and Mini Milk to be made in chocolate form.
Researchers ask: What’s left to discover about trans fats?
Further research on artificial trans fat and heart health is not necessary, claim the authors of a new review – but there is a need for more research in several other areas related to trans fat.
Intelligent evidence: 'Breakthrough' in microbiome sampling promises greater proof for probiotic claims
A new non-invasive method to test the effects of functional foods and nutrients on the gut flora promises to help industry build solid evidence for health claims substantiation, says NIZO Food Research.
Phosphate study prompts EC request for safety reassessment
The European Commission has asked the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to reassess the safety of phosphates as food additives, after researchers suggested excessive phosphate consumption could be damaging to health.
Sorghum is celiac-safe: Study
The cereal grain sorghum is a safe food for consumers with celiac disease and therefore ideal for gluten-free formulations, new research finds.