Ajinomoto Food Ingredients LLC has opened an application center in its North American headquarters in Chicago, focusing on activities to support healthier foods and beverages. The new facility, which includes an analytical laboratory with state-of-the-art HPLC, will focus on expansion of technology applications in the areas of salt reduction, sugar replacement, textural improvement and incorporation of functional ingredients.
“This is a huge step forward both for Ajinomoto and our customers, reflecting our commitment to leadership in the North America food ingredient market,” said Brendan Naulty, president, Ajinomoto Food Ingredients. “Health professionals increasingly stress the consumer health benefits of salt and sugar reductions. We are in the perfect position to provide tools to meet these goals without compromising food taste and enjoyment”
