NEWS
China approves Innospec Iselux surfactants
Innospec has revealed that its Iselux (INCI: Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate) range of sulfate and 1,4-dioxane free surfactant technology, has been approved for use in China. Iselux is a clear, mild and natural surfactant that is available in liquid and solid form and is currently used in over 3,000 body, hair and other personal care products.
“This approval not only opens the door for Iselux sales
for the first time in China, but also substantially expands the breadth of premium formulation alternatives that we can offer our customers in this important market,” said Bruce McDonald, president of Innospec Performance Chemicals. “Furthermore, this approval gives our customers the option to standardise their global formulations and simplify their supply-chains around an Iselux chassis in all geographies.”
Croda tool for emulsifiers launches
Croda has developed the SenStories selector tool to help formulators to discover suitable oil-in-water emulsifier system recommendations for the development of skin care formulations. The company said that this links consumer and formulator language to provide sensory observations. “SenStories utilises reliable,
reproducible methodology to connect insights on consumer perception and language choice with the knowledge that ingredient combination and colloidal structure are responsible for a given sensory,” Croda said.
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NEWS IN BRIEF Kensing deal
for Azelis Kensing and Azelis have signed an exclusive distribution agreement for Kensing’s vegetable oil-based vitamins and phytosterols Covi-ox, Covitol, Copherol and Generol in the food and health, nutrition and personal care markets in the EMEA region. No terms were disclosed. Kensing sustainably biorefines a large range of high-natural index ingredients.
Goldn opportunity
for Evonik Under a new strategic deal, Evonik will feature its materials on Goldn’s Cosmetic Product Builder, which cosmetic product creators through all different phases of development. Golden CEO Udo Eberlein said: “A strategic alliance with a global leader such as Evonik is a significant milestone in our efforts to disrupt a large and currently fragmented industry.”
Distribution deal
The company website contains full instructions on how to select the appropriate set of consumer insights from France or Singapore and the
consumer language descriptors, then any necessary refinement options. SenStories will then display recommendations.
Conagen develops fermented kaempferol
Massachusetts-based biotech Conagen has announced the successful development of kaempferol via a proprietary fermentation technique. This will be marketed via the company’s commercial partner, Blue California. Kaempferol, a flavonoid,
is one of the most powerful natural antioxidants, and has health-promoting properties. It is especially rich in green leafy vegetables like spinach and kale. The world market is expected
to surpass $6.5 billion by 2025, according to a recent report by Global Market Insights. Although mainly used in dietary supplements, it also finds
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cosmetic applications. “We’re bringing to market
a pure and natural kaempferol at affordable prices that were not possible or available until now,” said Dr Casey Lippmeier, VP of innovation at Conagen.
“Conagen’s scalable, precision fermentation for producing flavonoids like kaempferol is more efficient and sustainable than what can be achieved with the chemically synthesised or botanically sourced molecule.”
for Holiferm Biesterfeld is to distribute Holiferm’s recently launched biobased and biodegradable sophorolipid surfactants in the cleaning sector in the DACH region, with personal care to follow soon. These made from European renewable feedstocks via a natural fermentation process, using yeast naturally found in honey. Applications are expected in face creams and shampoos.
Firmenich
to add capacity Firmenich has commissioned a new multi-purpose production unit for renewable perfumery ingredients at its facility in Castets, south-western France. This covers 17,000 m2
of floor
space, spread over four floors and equipped with the most advanced technologies. Due to become operational this month, it will increase capacity at the site by 50%.
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