Cost has a Greater Impact on my Ingredient Choices than Certifications [Survey Results]

Feb 28th, 2023

We'll reveal the answers in next Monday's P&F+Now newsletter.

We'll reveal the answers in next Monday's P&F+Now newsletter.

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Welcome back to Perfumer & Flavorist+'s weekly one-question survey!

The results are in...

Cost has a greater impact on my ingredient choices than certifications:

Yes: 74% No: 26%

Check back every Tuesday for a new one-click survey.

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Over the last few weeks, Bell has appointed and promoted a number of F&F professionals to positions in a variety of divisions.

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Brian Briggs, president and CEO, stated, “FlavorSum’s mission is to deliver the flexibility of a small supplier with the resources of a major flavor company. The additional space allows us to continue fulfilling our promise.”

FlavorSum Announces Facility and Capability Expansion

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The European Commission carried out 'unannounced inspections' at several top flavor and fragrance companies on March 7, 2023 regarding 'possible collusion in relation to the supply of fragrances and fragrance ingredients.'

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Is your company currently being impacted by supply chain issues? Yes: 75% No: 25%

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Check back tomorrow for the next poll question!