News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries
The European adhesives industry said rising raw material costs triggered by a supply shortfall in the chemical sector is one reason behind its own price rises, as it seeks to response to customer concerns.
The Kellogg Company will change immunity claims for Rice Krispies after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruled the claims misleading – but ruled out a financial penalty.
Country of origin labelling (COOL) should be not be mandatory for snacks and other foods, as the financial burdens would outweigh any benefits, claims a leading Spanish politician.
New biodegradable metallised and laminated films can provide differentiation at point-of-sale along with high moisture and oxygen barrier properties for dry good products such as nuts and biscuits with a premium positioning, claims Innovia Films.
The bioplastics industry should receive the same level of support from the European Union and national governments as the biofuel and renewable energy sectors to stimulate its development, said a trade body.