LyondellBasell to shut Italian polypropylene plant
LyondellBasell Industries said it plans to close its polypropylene (PP) plant in Terni, Italy, as demand for the product continues to be hit by the global economic downturn.
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Cranberry waste may lead to alternative ingredients
Cranberry pomace, a by-product of the juicing process, may be extruded to produce a range of polyphenol-rich ingredients for use in supplements or functional foods, says a new study.
Sara Lee accused of ‘misleading’ marketing
Sara Lee has issued a clarification statement regarding its EarthGrain-brand bread after organic farming campaigners at Cornucopia accused it of “misleading and unethical” claims.
Pactiv buyout of PWP secures Coke deal
Pactiv Corporation confirmed it has taken over APET manufacturer PWP in a deal worth US$200m that secures it a contract with Coca-Cola.