Archives for June 30, 2005

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Trans fat label law offers threats and opportunities

While some food companies remain petrified that they will not be ready for new trans fat and food allergen labeling requirements, others have recognised the January 1 deadline as an opportunity, writes Anthony Fletcher.

Reclassification of milk derivatives divides industry

A recent proposal to broaden the definition of Class 1 fluid milk has divided industry opinion between those who see potential in improved prices and those who see a loss of consumer trust, writes Anthony Fletcher.

Functional starch meets Clean-Label requirements

National Starch believes that enabling food companies to label their products as containing no or minimal additives or ingredients is set to be a highly lucrative practice in the future, write Anthony Fletcher.