Cocoa has become a growing problem for food manufacturers, both in sourcing and formulation. A report by The International Cocoa Organization estimates that the global cocoa production recovered in 2024–25
The European Commission has recently postponed the ban on TiO2 in medicinal products due to the lack of viable alternatives. This move highlights the overreliance on TiO2 and the need
The 2027 deadline to remove formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing agents from cosmetics is forcing US brands to reformulate their products or risk losing trust in the market. Formaldehyde has been widely
Many plant-based dairy options, such as oat, almond, or rice milk, contain very little protein, some with less than 0.5%. They often rely on ingredients containing known allergens, such as
Sudan supplies 70% of the world’s Arabic gum, a critical input for F&B companies like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. However, since March 2025, RSF’s control over key harvesting regions has halted
The U.S. FDA banned Red Dye No. 3 in foods, dietary supplements, and oral medicines. The dye’s links to potential health risks have fueled public demand for cleaner, additive-free products.
Replicating the unique functionality of egg whites, like foaming, binding, and gelling, has long been a critical challenge for the alternative protein industry. Their traditional production comes with steep trade-offs,
Cosmetic companies typically harvest ingredients from wild plants or through conventional agriculture, which can lead to overharvesting and depletion of natural resources. This is particularly problematic for rare or endangered
California, one of the largest fur and leather markets, banned animal fur products in January 2023. The state had already banned exotic leather products in 2020. While regular leather remains
The world produces more than 350 million tonnes of meat annually to keep up with the growing population and demand. This amounts to 14.5% of all human-generated greenhouse gas emissions—more
As the world’s most widely used vegetable oil, from food to cosmetics, palm oil drives a $68 billion market. However, its unrestrained expansion eradicates rainforests vital to mitigating climate change.
Did you know that Tagatose has up to 60% lower calories while being just as sweet as regular sugar? Tagatose is an up-and-coming alternative sweetener that could replace cane sugar
Since the news of lurking bans on PFAS, there has been a frenzy across many industries to find suitable alternatives. The cosmetic industry, in particular, has been deeply impacted by
The use of PFAs, aka forever chemicals, is being prohibited by organizations worldwide. Many states have already enacted the ban by U.S. federal and state agencies. This has disrupted industries
The ban on PFAs (Perfluoroalkoxy Alkane) in the US and EU has left the food packaging industry grappling with uncertainty. The demand for immediate action on using PFAS-free food packaging
Alterations in consumer behavior and an increased interest in alternative protein sources have paved the way for expansion in the alternative protein industry. Furthermore, in 2021, the global alternative proteins