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Pack design: A secret weapon in uncertain times – report
27-Oct-2008 - As beverage makers struggle in the current financial downturn, innovative packaging designs could play a major role in boosting brand identity and performance, says a new report.
US study claims BPA induces chemotherapy resistance
09-Oct-2008 - A new US study shows that the exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA), the chemical compound used in the linings of metal food and beverage cans and baby bottles, may reduce the efficacy of chemotherapy treatments.
Aluminum foil in juice packaging extends shelf life, says study
07-Oct-2008 - Spanish researchers evaluated four different containers for the storage of mandarin juice and found that carton containers with an inner layer of aluminium foil best ensure the quality of the product.
RFID temperature logger could enhance cold chain quality control
06-Oct-2008 - A new programmable temperature logger can identify problems incurred with produce during cold chain storage and transit, thus providing an improved quality control system for food manufacturers, says Caen RFID.
New system aims to boost ‘Made in China’ brand
01-Oct-2008 - A new online traceability system for Chinese ingredients and products will provide quick and accurate information for food companies, consumers and regulators, claims it developers.
Functional straw deal targets probiotic juice boost
17-Sep-2008 - A leading packager is spying a global roll-out for a new development in straws that it claims can grant an additional probiotic boost to juices and dairy beverages.
New study links BPA to heart disease and diabetes
17-Sep-2008 - A new study on Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical compound used in plastic packaging for food and drinks, has found that higher concentrations of the chemical in urine were linked with heart disease, type 2 diabetes and liver enzyme abnormalities.
Pack and functional innovation to drive candy growth
04-Sep-2008 - Innovation in the use of functional ingredients and packaging is expected to dominate worldwide growth in the confectionery market, according to a new report.
Far East plastics still a problem for formaldehyde: FSA
29-Aug-2008 - The migration of formaldehyde into foods from food contact materials manufactured in the Far East may still be a problem, according to a new FSA survey.
Industry claims festive focus vital to annual pack reduction
21-Aug-2008 - Confectionery groups are playing up their efforts to strike a balance between Christmas spirit and green packaging, claiming the focus reflects an all year round environment drive not just consigned to the festive period.
Tetra Pak focuses on dairy solutions with acquisition
11-Jul-2008 - Swedish packaging firm Tetra Pak has acquired the assets of two Australian food processing companies, strengthening its portfolio of solutions for cheese and dairy powder.
The GSK weight loss wake-up call
26-May-2008 - GlaxoSmithKline's petition to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ban dietary supplements from making weight loss claims, has opened a cupboard and only the deluded would deny the presence of one or two skeletons rattling around in there.
China takes big step forward in nutrition labelling
13-May-2008 - China has introduced new guidelines for nutrition labelling on packaged foods which, although not mandatory, will standardise presentation of information on products that already state nutrient levels.
News briefs: Green packaging initiatives
07-May-2008 - Pepsi reduces plastic in 500ml non-carbonated beverage bottle, Earthcycle expands its fresh produce compostable packaging line and the Reusable Pallet & Container Coalition changes its name to Reusable Packaging Association.
Chalk-based dairy packaging enters home market
15-Apr-2008 - A new packaging product produced from chalk by Swedish firm Ecolean has been launched in its home market after several successful years in China and Russia.
Americhem targets cross-industry pack innovation
14-Apr-2008 - Americhem, a manufacturer of encapsulated additives for the packaging industry, has opened a new research centre it claims will allow food and beverage processors to adapt technologies from other industries into their own products.
Sustainable labels planned for global beverage brands
10-Apr-2008 - Plans for a new global system to measure and record the carbon footprint of beverages on their packaging labels is being launched at the InnoBev Global Soft Drinks Congress in Moscow today.
International probiotic group establishes quality seal standards
28-Mar-2008 - The International Probiotics Association (IPA) has set criteria for a mooted labeling scheme that will allow probiotics products to bear a quality seal.
Allergen-free: time for clarity
17-Mar-2008 - Claiming 'free from' is not a light statement to make. Lives depend on it. As scientific progress questions the validity of such claims, it is time to establish exact guidelines and communicate these to people for whom ingredients are a matter of life and death.
Warning signs: reconsidering shock tactics
10-Mar-2008 - Here's a possible new marketing angle for food and beverage manufacturers: "Food can kill".
New technology launched for delicate product packaging
26-Feb-2008 - Packaging firm Bosch has designed a new range of packaging and processing solutions designed specifically for handling delicate products such as tray baked goods, biscuits and chocolate confectionery.
Cyrovac maker sees volume growth in emerging markets
31-Jan-2008 - Sealed Air, the producer of Cryovac food packaging, yesterday reported strong growth in sales to food customers over 2007, boosted by emerging markets as well as a favourable currency rate.
Bosch opens India packaging plant to boost sales, sourcing
22-Jan-2008 - Bosch Packaging has opened a new manufacturing facility in Goa, India, to cater to its growing customer base in the booming emerging market and increase sourcing for its European headquarters.
Cryovac launches printable top web for vacuum packaging
18-Jan-2008 - Global packaging brand Cryovac has introduced a co-extruded barrier top web for its Darfresh vacuum skin packaging range that allows manufacturers to use high quality printing to differentiate their products.
Back to tap: bottled water's enviro-woes
07-Jan-2008 - It looks set to be a vintage year ahead for Chateau Eau De Source Public - or as it is more humbly known, tap water - as consumers find themselves encouraged to shun the mineral variety of the product to reduce packaging waste.
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