Health Canada has authorized the use of stevia, a natural and no calorie sweetener, in foods and beverages in Canada. The approval follows Health Canada's evaluation of the data supporting the safety and efficacy of steviol glycosides as ...
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NanoMech, an international material science company and leader in nanotechnology innovation, is pleased to announce a partnership with KDH Defense Systems, Inc. to deploy technology that will keep soldiers and law enforcement professionals ...
Israel-based nutraceutical ingredients company LycoRed has received European patent for its proprietary extraction process of the Lyc-O-Mato oleoresin from tomatoes. This process of extracting the natural tomato complex is the basis for ...
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US-based consumer healthcare company Ganeden Biotech has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status for GanedenBC30 (Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086), a spore-forming probiotic ingredient. ...
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Garuda International,a US-based producer of naturally derived ingredients,has announced that its B-CAN Oat Bran Concentrate(Oat-Glucan)has received GRAS(Generally Recognized As Safe)status. The GRAS status certifieds that B-CAN Oat Bran ...
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A new anti-hunger powder developed from methyl cellulose can make people feel full longer and ease the craving to eat, helping them to lose weight, according to a new US study. The powder can be added to soups, smoothies or fruit shakes ...
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Canada has become the latest country to approve the use of stevia in food and beverages. Health Canada said on Friday (30 November) it has authorised the use of the sugar substitute as a food additive for products. Previously it was only ...
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Amcor Rigid Plastics has supplied 200ml barrier polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles to spirit company in the US Beam for the launch of its Skinnyminis, a four-pack offering of the Skinnygirl Margarita ready-to-serve cocktail. The new ...
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Finland-based provider of polypropylene based film solutions KWH Plast has launched a new generation of polypropylene-based lidding film, SecurityPeel for meat and ready-meal packages. The new secure and peelable film's properties are ...
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The UK Food Standards Agency's (FSA's) expert Advisory Committee on Novel Foods and Processes is considering an application from Swiss firm Dow Wolff Cellulosics for approval to market a carbohydrate derivative, known as methylcellulose, as ...
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US-based Masterpiece Cookies has selected EcoLogic’s Eco-One additives to enhance the biodegradation of plastic containers produced for them by Letica. The company will manufacture plastic containers for their cookie dough with ...
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Athena's Silverland Desserts has announced the launch of its seasonal line of desserts available to the trade immediately through the holiday season. The flavors of the season include:Whole Grain Cran,Chocolate Crackle Cookies,Maple ...
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MP Global Products’ ThermoPod Division has unveiled new ThermoPod super insulated temperature control mailers, which provide thermal protection for extended time frame shipping of spices, spice mixes and herbs. According to the ...
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An additive created in a unique collaboration between the University of Sheffield and the London College of Fashion which can be washed into clothes so the wearer purifies the air as they move could be available within just two years. ...
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There's been a lot of buzz lately about the safety of energy drinks and shots. Following reports of harmful reactions and even deaths possibly associated with the products, two U.S. senators recently released a letter from the FDA stating ...
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