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ROUND-UP: Ingredients
Here is your weekly round-up of Ingredients news. If you have a news item you would like to submit for next week’s round-up, please contact Carly Wood.
Superberry for beverages
Frutarom Health has launched its new superberry ingredient Incaberrix.
Two thirds of Brits ignore use by dates
New research from Mintel reveals that two thirds (67%) of UK consumers rely on their own senses rather than use by or best before dates to decide if a product is still suitable to eat.
Packaging experts join forces
KernPack has announced a new research partnership with the UK’s University of Portsmouth Business School.
Sealable dome lid
Following recent product innovation in skin and shrink films, KM Packaging has launched another lidding solution targeting premium foods – especially those which are bulky or awkwardly shaped.
Coding solution
Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Bury has developed the unique coded lids for a points based loyalty scheme for Yeo Valley, running across the majority of its product range.
Gluten labelling guide launched
A guide to support manufacturers on the labelling of food products containing gluten has been launched by the Food & Drink Federation (FDF).
Maggi Noodles safe in UK
Test results from samples of Maggi Noodles in the UK reveal that levels of lead in the product are well within EU permissible levels and would not be a concern to consumers, says the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
Yogurt cultures
DSM has launched Greek Legends, a range of new yogurt cultures for Greek and other thick and creamy yogurts.
Fruit flakes with grains
Taura Natural Ingredients has launched a new range of real fruit flakes combined with ancient grains.
Protein for drinking yogurt
Arla Foods Ingredients has developed a protein based solution which enables dairies operating a set yogurt production line to make drinking yogurt using their existing equipment.
New organic blends
EHL Ingredients has launched eight new organic blends – five seasonings and three stuffing mixes.
FoodStart gains new backing
Levi Roots is the latest celebrity to speak out in support of the IFST’s FoodStart initiative – a free online service launched to address the serious skills shortage currently facing the UK food and drink industry.
Scot rapeseed oil seeks protected status
Following a working collaboration between various Scottish producers, an application will be lodged to gain European protected status for Scottish cold-pressed rapeseed oil.