Modified Starch and the EU's OSOA Platform: First Week of the New Compliance Architecture

Algal Oil and Marine Bio-Based Ingredients: A Hormuz-Independent Supply Strategy for Food Ingredient Buyers

Fermentation-based marine ingredients such as algal DHA, astaxanthin and beta-glucan offer food manufacturers a more resilient supply chain during periods of global shipping disruption. Procurement teams should understand why production geography matters as much as ingredient performance.

Circular Economy Act Progress: Key Provisions Advancing in European Parliament

The EU Circular Economy Act is set to reshape the chemical industry with new recycled content regulations, chemical recycling mandates and EPR compliance. By 2026, manufacturers must adapt to PyOil technology and meet stringent sustainability targets.

Ethanol Industrial Grade: Mid-Year Procurement Review as H2 Demand Builds

Industrial ethanol buyers are entering the critical H2 procurement cycle as demand from pharmaceuticals, sanitizers, cosmetics and solvent applications accelerates. Competitive Brazilian supply, stable Indian production and evolving freight dynamics are reshaping sourcing decisions for Q3 and Q4 deliveries. This review examines market conditions, procurement risks and sourcing strategies for industrial ethanol in 2026.

EUDR Palm Compliance: First Week of Active Enforcement for Personal Care Manufacturers

July 1 marks the start of active enforcement of the EU Deforestation Regulation on palm‑derived ingredients. Personal care firms must now verify suppliers, secure geolocation data, and prove deforestation‑free sourcing or risk shipment delays. Immediate action is required to maintain supply continuity and avoid compliance penalties.

Food Additive Regulations: Pesticide Exposure Study Adds New Scrutiny to Chemical Residues in Food Supply

Food manufacturers face increasing pressure to strengthen residue compliance and supplier verification programs.

Food Safety Rules Reshape White Pepper Trade