How consumer-friendly are hydrocolloids?

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

14-Nov-2012 Last updated on 28-Sep-2021 at 09:58 GMT

Many hydrocolloids are among the most clean label ingredients there are, but how do consumers perceive them?

Hydrocolloid expert and founder of IMR International Dennis Seisun told FoodNavigator that now is the time for hydrocolloid suppliers to promote ingredient origins and safety. The sector still faces challenges on many fronts, and some retailers and manufacturers may consider using simplified terms to describe hydrocolloid ingredients.

DuPont raises global hydrocolloids prices 10 to 15%

17-Oct-2012

DuPont Nutrition & Health has said it would increase prices globally across its DuPont Danisco hydrocolloids range by an average of 10 to 15%, citing increases in raw material, energy and fuel costs.

Guar gum could be relisted on Indian futures market

12-Oct-2012

Guar gum could be relisted on India’s futures market if a positive committee decision is reached next week, according to the country’s commodity markets regulator.