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The October issue highlights sugar alternatives and takes a detour to discover fresh faces in fragrance.

Sweet Scene

The October issue highlights sugar alternatives and takes a detour to discover fresh faces in fragrance.

The Challenge of "Natural;" Flavor and Fragrance Trends

Highlights from the WFFC fall meeting

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2018 Flavor & Fragrance Leaderboard

Driven by regulation and marked by innovative technologies paired with a rising demand in natural, this year’s leaderboard addresses the industry’s horizontal growth in an increasing digital, globalized landscape.

Perfumer & Flavorist 2008 Flavor & Fragrance Leaders

The big news on last year’s Flavor & Fragrance Leaders list was Firmenich’s purchase of Danisco’s fl avor division. The year before that, it was Givaudan’s purchase of Quest. At press time, rumors are again making the rounds regarding another potential merger within the top tier of F&F.

Advances in biotechnology are opening the door for a vast array of flavor and fragrance innovations.

Betting on Biotech

An exploration of the trends and technologies driving the F&F biotech ingredients industry.

For the 52 weeks ending March 24, 2019, chocolate dominated the confectionery sector with $14.1 billion in sales.

Forward Thinking: Sweet as Sugar

Chocolate innovation is being driven by limited-edition flavors, plant-based formulas and chocolate experiences, while non-chocolate candy activity is being led by a variety of unique texture and flavor combinations and new food and beverage applications inspired by candy flavors.

The Citrus Trail

Even within the flavor and fragrance industry itself, there is often a certain amount of confusion surrounding lime and its derivative, lime essential oil.

Consumer desire for foods and beverages that have less sugar, fat and salt is no passing fad, and successful reduction solutions will help ensure these products are here to stay.

Sugar, Fat, Salt Reduction: Achieving Optimal Flavor and Function

Solving the challenges of creating great tasting products that fulfill consumers’ desire for better-for-you options.

Fifty-five percent of consumers stated they “always/often” pay attention to labels when grocery shopping, with sugar content being a primary driver.

How Sugar Reduction Can Meet Consumer Needs, Regulatory Issues and Formulation Challenges

Tailored solutions can enhance the overall product experience in terms of sweetness and mouthfeel while reducing sugar content.

Confectionery products have also experienced heightened demand for sugar substitutes, as consumers increasingly seek indulgent options that are lower in sugar.

Taste Experts Talk Sensory Challenges and Emerging Technology for Sugar Alternatives

Join us as we explore the intricacies of sugar reduction from two perspectives in the industry.

Research Wire

An overview of recent F&F science Chewing gum: R.V. Potineni and D.G. Peterson had a couple of interesting publications regarding flavor release in chewing gum. First, the pair reported that the release of the sugar alcohol phase in sugar-free chewing gum was directly related to the release profile of cinnamaldehyde in the same product. The authors examined a number of flavor solvents in the study, including triacetin, propylene glycol and medium chained triglycerides.

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2016 Flavor & Fragrance Leaderboard

An exclusive look at the top companies' financial reports, sustainability strategies, R&D initiatives, M&A activity and more.

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Treatt champions the sustainability of Citrus

Citrus is one of the world’s leading ingredient categories with a potentially huge carbon footprint due to the global scale of its usage. See how Treatt ensures its citrus ingredient production process is handled sustainably from the field to the finished product.

In late 2020, Symrise acquired Sensient Technologies Corporation, strengthening its portfolio of renewable ingredients and expanding its value chain in the area of green chemistry.

2021 Leaders & Newsmakers: Symrise Expands in Green Chemistry

In late 2020, Symrise acquired Sensient Technologies Corporation, strengthening its portfolio of renewable ingredients and expanding its value chain in the area of green chemistry.

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Flavor Bites: Anisyl Alcohol

Found naturally in Tahitian vanilla beans, the ingredient is an interesting floral note that can be used in a variety of brown, fruit and dairy flavor applications.

The volume of orange oil, terpenes, and d-limonene produced is directly related to the quantity of oranges processed for orange juice.

Highlights of IFEAT’s Socio-Economic Report on Orange

Outlining orange production characteristics, trends, and challenges.

Through fermentation, wine emits intricate fragrance accords and flavors that often find similarities with perfume.

Wine & Fragrance

A look at the unique connections and complex notes.

2012 Flavor & Fragrance Leaderboard

Acquisitions, raw material price pressures and an uncertain economy make for a mixed picture

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