EFSA green light for post-consumer PET process
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has backed a method used to recycle post-consumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) for use in food contact materials.
Archives for February 19, 2013
Underage US drinkers prefer Bud Light, Smirnoff, Budweiser: Study
Bud Light, Smirnoff malt beverages and Budweiser were the brands most widely consumed by by 1000+ underage US drinkers over a 30-day period, according to the authors of a new study who claim to be the first to assess nationwide data.
Caffeine linked to low birth weight babies: Study
A high intake of caffeine during pregnancy may be linked to higher risks of low birth weight babies, according to new research.
EC cans EFSA fees plan over income, independence concerns
Charging the private sector for European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) work will not generate enough cash and compromise the agency’s independence, a European Commission working group has found.
Carlsberg defends slight erosion in Russian market share
Carlsberg insists that analysts following the firm should take a long-term view of its market share in Russia, as it brushed off concerns over a slight erosion of its position there in the fourth quarter of 2012.
Campari buys back Appleton Rum US distributon rights for $20m
Campari America has agreed to pay $20m to Kobrand Corporation to secure the distribution rights to its recently acquired Appleton Rum brand portfolio in the US, and 'exploit the brand's potential in the key US market'.