Archives for December 2, 2003

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Plastic packaging takes off

Plastic films used in barrier flexible packaging have made substantial gains against metals, paper, and glass, according to a recent study by the Kline group. Over the last five years, industry growth has prevailed in spite of constant demand for...

EU approves salatrim for use as food ingredient

The European Commission this week gave the green light to salatrims, a type of reduced-calorie fats, for use as novel food ingredients following an application by ingredients giant Danisco. The long-awaited approval opens the way for manufacturers to...

Butter on the Rise in UK

In recent years UK butter sales have been on the increase and as a result of this Lurpak's original brand of butter has become more popular. Its producer, Arla Foods, says that Lurpak Lighter Spreadable growth in sales has resulted in a good year for...