Barry Callebaut finds buyer for Stollwerck
Pod-to-pallet chocolate supplier Barry Callebaut has finally exited the consumer business as the Belgium base Sweets Products buys its Stollwerck division, in a deal announced today.
Archives for July 10, 2011
Codex approval will open new stevia markets: PureCircle
Stevia producer PureCircle says the adoption of proposed maximum levels for steviol glycosides by the Codex Alimentarius Commission will open up new markets for the high-intensity sweetener.
Nestlé pays out €1.2bn for a majority stake in Hsu Fu Chi
Nestlé has paid out bought €1.2bn for a majority stake in leading Chinese confectionery maker Hsu Fu Chi, with the Swiss group flagging up access to extensive production capabilities and a major distribution network as its wins.
Prospects brighter for 'Toothfriendly' logo on EFSA backing
Prospects look brighter for the “Toothfriendly” logo in Europe following positive opinions from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for Toothfriendly International’s claims under article 13.1 of European health claims legislation.