Archives for July 8, 2004

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Asian appetite for biscuits grows

The sweet biscuits market in Asia is set to grow rapidly in coming years, due mainly to the continuing strength of the China market. However launches are coming thick and fast throughout the region, as this week's product launches from Mintel testify.

Corn sweetener under world trade panel

After months of unsuccessful talks, the US yesterday successfully secured a World Trade Organisation panel to investigate its claim that the Mexican 'discretionary tax' introduced for corn sweeteners such as high fructose syrups in soft drinks...

Tetra Recart packaging system makes US debut

US-based food manufacturer Hormel Foods is about to launch two chilli brands in new easy-to-open carton packaging from Tetra Pak, marking a significant change in packaging preference.

Health driving French cereal market (but chocolate helps too)

The French are among the most frequent breakfasters in Europe, according to a recent study - but traditional tastes are changing rapidly with cereals beginning to take considerable market share from the less trendy crackers and biscuits. Health...