Blue California, supplier of natural ingredients, has launched microencapsulation systems that deliver active ingredients. The platform, called FineCap™, contains about 20 microencapsulation technologies that can be integrated in the food and pharmaceutical ingredients. This meets the growing need for better performance for functional ingredients, dietary supplements. FineCap™ protects ingredients from degradation and unpleasant tastes or aroma from seeping into the product. It also helps … [Read more...] about Blue California introduces FineCap™ technology platform for microencapsulation
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U.S. FDA classifies acacia gum as dietary fiber
The acacia gum, also known as gum Arabic or E414, has been recognised by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a dietary fiber. This means that products that contain this functional ingredient can include it in the fiber section of Nutrition and Supplement Facts labels in the country. It is typically utilised in flavorings, beverages, confectionary, bakery, dairy and dietary food items. This announcement comes after ingredients companies such as Alland & Robert have submitted … [Read more...] about U.S. FDA classifies acacia gum as dietary fiber
Shiok Meats’ Mini Plant for cultivated seafood opened in Singapore
Black & Veatch has teamed up with Shiok Meats in the design and construction of its research and development facility for cultivated seafood. The Shiok Meats Mini Plant, which is the first of its kind in the region, was officially opened by Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability Ms. Grace Fu. The mini plant will help address food security in the region by boosting production of alternative seafood protein. “Building the Mini Plant is a big milestone for us. Our production facility, which … [Read more...] about Shiok Meats’ Mini Plant for cultivated seafood opened in Singapore