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Disruption in Disclosure

As the industry continues to refine its meaning of natural, consumers are increasing their demand for products and increasingly asking for more transparency.

Report Discusses Diacetyl, Occurrance and Toxicity

According to report in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, diacetyl was one of the most intense volatile compounds, for example, in the aroma of pasteurized AA butter.

Study Strengthens Link between Diacetyl and Lung Disease

A recent study conducted by scientists at the National Toxicology Program evaluated the respiratory toxicity of diacetyl in mice at exposure profiles relevant to workplace conditions at microwave popcorn packaging plants.

Monell Study Shows How Diet Affects Body Malodor Disorder

Patients suffering from trimethylaminuria (TMAU) can find possible treatment through dietary changes

"EEC Flavour Directive”

The EEC-Flavour-Directive [Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to flavorings for use in foodstuffs and to source materials for their production (88/388 EEC * 22.06.88)] has been discussed for many years. The directive is a “framework directive” with definitions, special provisions for the production of flavorings and labeling provisions.

Diacetyl: an Update

Last month, companies were scrambling to respond to sudden widespread public interest in diacetyl following the first reported case of popcorn lung in a consumer

Continued Diacetyl Petitions

In recent weeks, a new petition was filed requesting immediate action to protect factory workers from diacetyl, a commonly used synthetic butter flavoring tied to a rare lung disease—bronchiolitis obliterans.

Diacetyl FFIDS Update

The flavor or fragrance ingredient data sheet (FFIDS) for diacetyl has been updated, including updates to the human health section as well as added Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidance.

The Future of Diacetyl

Safety concerns over the use of diacetyl (FEMA# 2370, CAS# 431-03-8) in butter flavorings for microwave popcorn products have been a major topic in the flavor industry over the last six years, but this week the controversy moved into high gear

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Monell Center's New Director

Danielle Reed, Ph.D., will work as the new associate director on fundraising and strategic planning.

Diacetyl in the News Again

The Associated Press (AP) has posted a story on diacetyl issues in California titled “California struggles with its own diacetyl problem.”

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Monell Center Appoints New Director

Nancy E. Rawson, PhD is Monell Center's new associate director, effective immediately.

The TāStation technology is used for evaluating new sweeteners, taste enhancers and bitter blockers.

Opertech Bio Publishes Taste Discrimination Findings

The TāStation technology is used for evaluating new sweeteners, taste enhancers and bitter blockers.

Diacetyl-Free Formulations Hitting Store Shelves

With an Occupational Safety and Health Administration's final diacetyl rules forthcoming, ConAgra has joined other microwave popcorn producers such as Weaver Popcorn Co., General Mills and American Pop Corn Co. in forgoing diacetyl

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FEMA Introduces Speakers to Discuss Sustainability

Nancy Quan, Margie Flynn, Steve French and Dr. Veronica Somoza will discuss whether sustainability is sustainable at the 47th FEMA Fall Symposium from October 25-27.

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Pepsi vs. Coke: The Flavor Differences

Not all colas are identical, as Pepsi and Coca-Cola fans know. The key flavor differences between the competitors are described by Malcom Gladwell in his book, "Blink."

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Vigon Team Hires Quality Assurance Director

John Ross joined the team in a newly established position as the senior director of quality assurance.

10-Digit CAS Arrives in January

New designation to read: XXXXXXX-XX-X.

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