RPC launches Modul milk bottle made from sugar cane
Swedish dairy company Skånemejerier has partnered with RPC on its Modul bottle for non-homogenized milk, made from a non oil-based bio polymer produced from sugar cane.
Archives for May 31, 2016
Sparkling future for Iranian soft drinks, if economy holds
After several years of hardship the Iranian soft drink sector is heading back towards stronger growth – but remains under threat from economic uncertainty, according to a Euromonitor report.
Does chocolate milk really help with post-workout recovery? For most athletes, the answer is yes
Chocolate milk has been touted by marketing campaigns and the health fitness industry as a natural sports recovery drink, and a healthier alternative to carbohydrate sports drinks like Gatorade or Powerade.
South Africa Competition Commission sets conditions for AB InBev’s acquisition of SABMiller
South Africa’s Competition Commission has recommended that AB InBev’s acquisition of SABMiller should be approved with conditions.
Craft spirits now account for one in seven spirit launches: Mintel
Global craft spirit launches increased by 265% between 2011 and 2015, according to a report from Mintel. The largest chunk of these launches was in the US, closely followed by Europe.
EFSA panel concludes E 444 limit can be doubled
An EFSA re-evaluation of the safety data for sucrose acetate isobutyrate (E 444) as a food additive has doubled the acceptable daily intake limit (ADI).
Germany backs proposal for legal definition of vegetarian and vegan food
Germany has formally adopted a proposal for a legally binding definition of vegan and vegetarian food - but will it spur the Commission into finally drawing up an EU-wide definition or will it be another barrier to trade for EU manufacturers?