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Natural Colors & Flavors
In 2007 the notorious Southampton study linked certain artificial food colourings to hyperactivity in children. Since then, confectioners have been under increasing pressure to replace some of the vibrant hues used in their products with natural alternatives. Trouble is, it’s not always easy to find suitable, stable sources for the natural shades they need.
Machine prevents marshmallow shape loss, claims Tanis
Dutch food equipment maker, Tanis Food Tec (TFT), has launched a machine that seeks to address the problem of overheating during the aeration process, which causes the mallows to lose...
Safety and operational efficiency mega-trends spur Nalco takeover, says Ecolab
Ecolab said it has completed the US$8.3bn (€6.4bn) takeover of Nalco as part of a strategy to tap into global mega-trends such as food safety and the need for industry...
Chr. Hansen expands e-number free colouring range
Ingredients firm Chr. Hansen has doubled the number of products in its fruit colouring food stuffs range, which it said will allow manufacturers to diversify sweet confectionery products and keep...
Special Edition: Sustainable Supply Chain
Asda exceed sustainability targets through supply chain reduction
Asda has exceeded a 10% carbon emission reduction target for 2015 through the elimination of 17 million miles from its supply chain to date, according to figures released by the UK retailer.
Bosch launches ‘first’ hermetic airtight packaging machine for smaller chocolate bars
Bosch Packaging Technology has launched what it says is the first machine capable of hermetically sealed single-wrap die fold packaging for small to medium sized chocolate bars.
Special Edition: Sustainable Supply Chain
Eco friendly methane trucks optimise supply chain for Nestle
Nestle UK has scooped an award for its use of methane trucks that has reduced CO2 emissions by 14% compared to diesel trucks with further potential to slash emissions in half.
Special Edition: Sustainable Supply Chain
Challenges and benefits of implementing a sustainable supply chain
The incorporation of sustainability throughout the supply chain involves constant innovation, commitment from company leadership and a realization that it is an indefinite process, said Datamonitor.
Ferrero and Hershey partnership targets supply chain efficiencies
The Ferrero Group and The Hershey Company have announced a partnership under which they will share North American supply chain processes in order to reduce costs and carbon emissions.
Wild devises natural colour and flavour range for marshmallows
Marshmallow colour and flavour innovation and an extension of its red shade portfolio have been the focus of recent R&D work at natural ingredients producer Wild.
Beetroot extract could provide natural replacement for carmine: Synthite
A newly developed natural food colouring made from beetroot extracts could be a solution to replacing carmine colours made from insects, according to ingredient producer Synthite.
UK children could exceed ADI levels for Sunset Yellow, finds EFSA
A decision is awaited from the Commission on the use of Sunset Yellow FCF (E 110) in non-alcoholic flavoured drinks following a revised exposure assessment from EFSA showing some children...
GEA notes demand from African start-ups for lolly machinery
Specific taste preferences and lower volume needs are factors behind the hike in demand from small confectionery producers in developing countries, particularly in the African region, for mid-range versions of...
Natural colours drive Chr Hansen Q3 results; probiotic uncertainty continues
The newly renamed Natural Colors Division was the star performer in Danish ingredients supplier Chr Hansen’s Q3 results, showing 34% organic sales growth for the quarter, compared to 5% for...
New natural colour range can run in extrusion lines, claims Wild
Confectioners looking to use natural colours for extruded confectionery could benefit from Wild's claimed technological developments in the category.
Dispatches from Interpack 2011
Sweet cleaning claimed for new depositor technology
Baker Perkins talked hygiene innovation as a greater part of the buzz around Interpack 2011 was about technology that allows more rapid cleaning.
New Baker Perkins cooker to boost energy savings for confectioners
Baker Perkins has updated a cooker and depositor so that they reuse otherwise wasted heat to reduce energy needs for confectionery cooking.
Energy efficiency and flexibility aided by loan - Barry Callebaut
A $3.1m loan from the Canadian government will allow Barry Callebaut Canada to meet increased demand through a more flexible production line and also allow it to innovate further, said...
Natural colours on the rise, but synthetics not dead yet
The market for colours is shifting to favour natural colours, but there is still a big need for certain synthetic colours, according to market experts at RTS resources.
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M&S, Cadbury, Coca-Cola Enterprises, Nestlé UK and Alara Wholefoods join the lineup at Food Manufacture's Sustainable Supply Chain conference
If doing your bit for the planet used to be a good way of earning a few brownie points, it is now increasingly becoming a condition of doing business with...
Reb C gets FEMA GRAS as sweetness enhancer
Redpoint Bio and International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) have achieved FEMA GRAS status for their Reb C sweetness enhancer, allowing it to be used in a variety of applications in...
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Chr Hansen sees natural colour potential in North Africa
Food manufacturers in Morocco and other North African countries are facing the same pressure as those in Europe to remove synthetic colours form products, reports Chr Hansen.
Project to quantify stability of natural food colours
Food research group Leatherhead is in the final stages of a testing project on natural food colours, which it expects will provide clear guidance on the stability and shelf-life of...
High carmine prices boost search for alternative colours
Suppliers of the food colouring carmine are taking a cautious approach to new customers, as the industry continues to feel the impact of supply shortages, which this year sent prices...
Special Edition: Plant Efficiency
Consultant reveals the secrets behind water efficiency
Food and drink processors can achieve savings of up to 30 per cent on their water and effluent bills without even having to resort to major capital investments.
FSA seeks views on impact of flavouring regulation
The perspective of food manufacturers and other stakeholders on the costs and benefits of enforcement provisions for the new EU Regulation on food flavourings is being sought from the UK...
