Sustainable Ingredients


Preserving what matters in bakery


Corbion drives sustainability in food preservation with natural solutions that extend shelf life and reduce waste, aligning with key Sustainable Development Goals. Dieneke van Houwelingen, Business Development Manager, EMEA, tells KBP more.


C orbion’s approach to sustainability aligns


seamlessly with our company’s mission and values by leveraging the power of nature to enhance food safety, extend shelf life, and preserve the colour, texture, flavour, and nutritional value of food applications. We offer functional ingredients across multiple industry segments and partner


At Corbion we monitor our current impact on our three focus Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) We track the overall contribution to each of these SDGs as percentage of Corbion’s total revenues. We also assess our innovation projects on their SDG contribution, as part of the innovation stage gate process. At the end of 2022, 100% of our innovation projects contributed to one or more of the SDGs.


Preserving Food & Food Production – We are dedicated to reducing food waste and ensuring food security, thereby directly impacting CO2 emissions. Our innovative food solutions preserve the safety, freshness,


texture, and nutritional richness of


products, and we collaborate with suppliers to champion eco-friendly practices and safeguard precious resources.


Solutions for extending the shelf life of bakery products Historically, consumers avoiding artificial preservatives often faced the challenge of their bread and rolls becoming mouldy before they were fully consumed. Today, Corbion’s natural mould inhibition solutions allow bakers to produce items that remain fresh and mould-free for much longer periods, while also appealing to shoppers who prefer simpler ingredient labels. This not only enhances the consumer experience but also significantly reduces food waste.


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with food manufacturers worldwide to provide solutions that support their own sustainable goals. Our natural preservation solutions, such as plant-derived antioxidants, meet consumer demand for natural ingredients while enhancing freshness. Additionally, we provide data-driven tools and expertise to help manufacturers innovate more sustainably, reducing trial-and-error processes and accelerating R&D.


Preserving Health & Well-being – We support health and well-being through sustainable food solutions, ensuring access to nutritious food that promotes good health. Our ingredient portfolio addresses fortification, sodium reduction, and


prevention of foodborne illnesses, contributing to healthier and more sustainable lifestyles.


Preserving the Planet – We advocate for


responsible and sustainable food manufacturing practices to minimise our ecological footprint. By prioritising sustainability, we aim to inspire positive change and foster a harmonious


relationship between food production and nature.


Corbion’s expertise in Fermentation and Microbiology has created a legacy of natural food solutions since 1937. This expertise enables the development of mould inhibitors and pH control products that maintain the quality of baked goods without the need for artificial preservatives. Furthermore, by integrating these advanced, naturally derived solutions, Corbion helps bakers meet consumer demands for cleaner labels and longer-lasting freshness in their bakery products, ultimately contributing to a reduction in food waste. Our Verdad® Portfolio is a range of vinegar-


based and fermented ingredients specifically designed for baked goods. It imparts fermented food properties, resulting in longer shelf life, improved safety, and enhanced taste and texture. While our PURAC® Lactic Acid Portfolio is based on our natural acidification ingredients which not only create a mild, sour taste but also provide antimicrobial properties. This dual function supports both food safety and extended shelf life.


The benefits of natural and fermentation-based solutions


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