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IFF to Open State-of-the-Art Scent Creative Centre in Mumbai by 2026
IFF, a global leader in flavours, fragrances, food ingredients, and biosciences, has announced the development of a new scent creative...
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20 hours ago1 min read


DSM-firmenich introduces a scent technology that promotes social relationships
DSM-firmenich introduces a scent technology that promotes social relationships
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2 days ago2 min read


Givaudan to acquire US-based fragrance firm Belle Aire Creations
Givaudan has announced its intention to purchase Belle Aire Creations, a fragrance company situated in the United States noted for its...
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3 days ago2 min read


Kerry introduces Smart Taste™ to advance flavour innovation and industry resilience.
Kerry, a global pioneer in taste and nutrition, has announced Smart Taste™. This exclusive portfolio of taste solutions helps food and beverage makers address modern industrial issues without compromising flavour quality.
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3 days ago1 min read


Dsm-Firmenich Inaugurates Van Marken Food Innovation Center in Delft
Dsm-Firmenich has officially opened its Van Marken Food Innovation Center in Delft, marking a major step in its strategy to transform the...
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3 days ago1 min read


Turpaz acquires Nicola-J, strengthening its position in Africa's flavour sector
Turpaz acquires Nicola-J, strengthening its position in Africa's flavour sector
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4 days ago3 min read


Kerry Opens Biotechnology Centre in Leipzig to Drive Food, Beverage, and Pharma Innovation
Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, has inaugurated its new Biotechnology Centre in Leipzig, Germany, to accelerate the...
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Sep 261 min read


Kemin Food Technologies - EMEA Introduces Next Generation of OLESSENCE™ Natural Solutions
Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer, has expanded its OLESSENCE™ product line with two natural and sustainable product extensions: OLESSENCE™ P Dry and OLESSENCE™ G Liquid
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Sep 242 min read


Takasago Completes New Facility at Iwata Factory to Strengthen Fine Chemicals Production
On September 2, 2025, Takasago International Corporation celebrated the completion of a new facility at its Iwata Factory, marking a...
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Sep 191 min read


Symrise advances its chicken capabilities with the advent of additional powders from France
Symrise has introduced additional chicken powders from its France location, expanding clean-label and sustainable flavour options for soups, noodles, and bouillons.
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Sep 182 min read


IFF Unveils Expansion of LMR Naturals Site in France, Accelerating Innovation and Sustainable Ingredient Leadership
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has officially inaugurated its newly expanded LMR Naturals facility in Grasse, France after a...
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Sep 121 min read


Global Overview of the Flavours and Fragrances Market
15 th Edition This new IAL market report brings together the most up-to-date information available on the Global Flavours and Fragrances...
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Sep 43 min read


Takasago Europe Partners with Food Harbour Hamburg to Drive Flavor Innovation
Takasago Europe GmbH, the Germany-based flavor division of the global flavor house Takasago, has announced a strategic partnership with...
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Aug 291 min read


Infinity Fragrances Expands Operations with New Facility in New Jersey
Infinity Fragrances announced the grand opening of a state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Somerset, New Jersey,...
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Aug 222 min read


McCormick Advances Flavour Leadership in Mexico
McCormick & Company Inc. (NYSE: MKC) (the "Company"), a global flavour leader, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement with Grupo Herdez to acquire an additional 25% ownership interest in McCormick de Mexico, a 1947 joint venture, for $750 million, subject to customary closing and regulatory conditions.
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Aug 202 min read


Warburg Pincus Acquires FlavorSum to Drive Next Phase of Growth
Global private equity firm Warburg Pincus has announced the acquisition of flavor solutions provider FlavorSum from its previous owner,...
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Aug 81 min read


DSM-Firmenich Unveils “Connect: Future You” Fragrance Experience in Jakarta
DSM-Firmenich has launched “Connect: Future You,” an immersive fragrance sensorium experience at the ART:1 New Museum in Jakarta,...
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Aug 11 min read


IFF introduces ENVIROCAP, a groundbreaking aroma delivery solution for fabric care
IFF, a global leader in flavours, fragrances, and biosciences, has announced ENVIROCAP, a revolutionary sustainable scent delivery system designed for future fabric care
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Jul 302 min read


TSG Consumer Acquires Fragrance Disruptor Phlur in Strategic Growth Move
TSG Consumer, a private equity firm renowned for investing in consumer brands like Dude Wipes and previously Huda Beauty, has announced...
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Jul 251 min read


PepsiCo plans to rename Lay's and Tostitos without artificial dyes and flavours
PepsiCo plans to rename Lay's and Tostitos sans artificial dyes and flavours
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Jul 232 min read
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