News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Cocoa
Symrise has reported good sales growth in local currencies the first half of 2008 driven by flavours and emerging markets, although fragrance growth was hit by the drop-off in consumer spending on luxury goods.
A new coagulant product can ensure a preservative-free, cost effective enzyme for use in cheese production, according to its manufacturer.
US confectionery giant Mars receives the all clear from the European Commission to buy number one gum maker Wrigley in a deal worth €15 billion.
Special edition: Natural colours
Colours derived from natural sources look set to overtake synthetic alternatives in market value as manufacturers continue to meet the rising demand for clean label ingredients.