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Sawariya Group moves into the fragrance business with the acquisition of Scentido
Sawariya Group has announced the acquisition of Scentido, the country's premier premium niche fragrance retail brand.
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Oct 13, 20252 min read


dsm-firmenich Opens the Global Food Innovation Centre in the Netherlands
dsm-firmenich announced the opening of the Van Marken Food Innovation Centre in Delft, Netherlands
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Oct 12, 20252 min read


I.T.S taps into the 'crossbreed fruit' trend with a new taste line
I.T.S has introduced a new 'crossbreed fruit' flavour line, capitalising on the hybrid fruit trend and increased desire in fresh twists on classic favourites across the F&B market.
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Oct 12, 20252 min read


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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Oct 10, 20251 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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Oct 9, 20252 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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Oct 8, 20252 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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Oct 8, 20251 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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Oct 8, 20251 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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Oct 7, 20253 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 development of advanced biotech solutions for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. The facility marks a significant expansion of Kerry’s global biotechnology infrastructure, complementing its investments and acquisitions over the past two decades, including the 2022 purchase of c-LEcta, a Leipzig-based specialist in enzymes and biotechn
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Sep 26, 20251 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 24, 20252 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 19, 20251 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 18, 20252 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 12, 20251 min read


Global Overview of the Flavours and Fragrances Market
15 th Edition Publication: September 2025 This new IAL market report brings together the most up-to-date information available on the Global Flavours and Fragrances Industry, building on previous editions. Aspects of the market covered in this study Consumption of flavours and fragrances by end-use application in each global region and country by value (US$), 2024-2029 Principal trends and factors affecting the market Profiles of key suppliers Overview of suppliers and glo
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Sep 4, 20253 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 29, 20251 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 22, 20252 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 20, 20252 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 8, 20251 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 1, 20251 min read
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