03-Sep-2009 -
The zero-calorie sweetener erythritol may exert a strong antioxidant activity which may protect vascular health of diabetics, says a new study from The Netherlands.
29-Jan-2009 -
Jungbunzlauer is repositioning its leavening agent GdL on the back of rocketing phosphate prices, which have made alternative ingredients more competitive.
04-Jun-2008 -
The European Union has slapped anti-dumping duties on Chinese imports of citric acid after an investigation concluded two European producers have been injured by unfair competition.
20-May-2008 -
The UK is badly positioned to cope with rising food prices because of its trade deficit causing concerns of a recession, according to a report by Ernst & Young.
19-May-2008 -
A sugar substitute launched in the UK and Ireland in March is starting to find favour with confectioners.
06-May-2008 -
CP Kelco is exploring alternative uses for its UK xanthan gum plant having completed the first phase of its closure after cost pressures compromised its viability forcing it to cease production.
19-Feb-2008 -
The UK Food and Drink Federation (FDF) is focusing on achieving salt and sodium reduction and cutting saturated fats in the bakery and snacks sector with the formation of a new group.
14-Feb-2008 -
EU member states must recognise erythritol as an approved sweetener by tomorrow, which is expected to increase its use in low-calorie products across Europe.
11-Feb-2008 -
Caravan Ingredients has announced price increases to a range of products to cope with rising raw material costs across the food industry.
08-Feb-2008 -
Swiss ingredients company Jungbunzlauer has answered industry demands for ways to cut salt content amid growing health concerns with the launch of a salt substitute for bakery products.
26-Oct-2007 -
Alginate supplier International Specialty Products (ISP) is the latest ingredients firm to hike up its prices, announcing the implementation of the new levels as of
November 1.
16-Oct-2007 -
Caravan Ingredients has announced price increases across its product range, becoming the latest in a string of ingredients makers to pass on increased costs to customers.