A new study commissioned by the International Food Additives Council (IFAC) on carrageenan, a stabilizing ingredient that also is used to support texture and nutrients in many foods and beverages, demonstrated that the ingredient does not induce inflammation in human cells as claimed by carrageenan critics.  

With consumers reaching for better-for-you foods and beverages, ADM/Matsutani LLC announced the launch of Fibersol-2L, a liquid version of Fibersol that is providing a solution for manufacturers looking to limit sugar.

Prinova USA, Carol Stream, Ill., announced a new distributorship with Apiscent Labs, Milwaukee. Prinova will be the exclusive distributor of Apiscent Labs’ flavor and fragrance ingredients in the United States, the company says.

Edison, N.J.-based Allen Flavors announced that Todd Basilone joined its custom flavor creation team. 

Ingredion Inc., Westchester, Ill., a provider of ingredient solutions, announced that Health Canada granted approval of its quillaja extract (type 2) as an emulsifying agent for oil-based coloring formulations, unstandardized oil-based flavoring preparations and other unstandardized oil-based ingredients.