DSM-Firmenich to Fully Invest in New Company

On December 19, DSM-Firmenich signed an investment agreement with the Hohhot Chifeng Industrial Development Zone, officially announcing the establishment of a wholly-owned new company, “DSM-Firmenich (Hohhot) Biotechnology Co., Ltd.” The company will invest in building a strain production line project, primarily focused on producing various bacterial strains for use in dairy products. (Source: DSM-Firmenich Official … Read more

Novonesis’s HMO (Human Milk Oligosaccharide) Approved in China

On December 18, Novonesis announced that the first of its five commercialized HMOs has been approved in China. With the approval of 2′-FL (2′-fucosyllactose) as a food nutrient enhancer, infant formula manufacturers in China can now apply to the National Market Supervision Administration for approval of products containing the company’s 2′-FL. The approval applications for … Read more

Mengtian Dairy and Scitop Biotech Reach Strategic Cooperation

On December 18, Mengtian Dairy Group and Scitop Hengtong Biotechnology Co., Ltd. held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony in Nanchang. During the event, both parties discussed and reached a consensus on their business cooperation and product development plans. (Source: Yoleduo) Sign Up to Receive China Updates Weekly Newsletter for FREE, HERE Visit HPA-China’s Information Hub, … Read more

“Top 10 Nutrition Buzzwords for 2024” Released

On December 14, the second National Nutrition Literacy Conference was held in Beijing. The conference released and interpreted the “Top 10 Nutrition Buzzwords for 2024,” including terms such as food as medicine, anti-inflammatory diets, dietary patterns, health literacy, weight management, school meals, elder-friendly foods, anti-food waste, intermittent fasting, and precision nutrition for children. (Source: China … Read more

New Krill Phospholipid Formulation PL+EPA/DHA Delivers Enhanced Absorption of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

PL+ EPA/DHA shows over 10 times greater absorption in the body compared to traditional fish oil ethyl esters. Oslo, December 2024 – A recent clinical study utilizing Aker BioMarine’s PL+ Technology platform, demonstrates a new formulation combining high phospholipid krill oil and ethyl esters (PL+ EPA/DHA) significantly enhances the absorption of EPA and DHA, the … Read more

Yili Establishes a 130 Million Yuan Health Investment Fund

On December 13, Yili Group (600887) announced that its wholly-owned limited partnership, Jianling Capital, Jianling Seed Fund, and Jianling Mother Fund, will collectively invest 130 million yuan to establish a venture capital fund. The fund will focus on seeking early-stage investment opportunities in innovative startups in the health food sector. It will primarily target small … Read more

Jiangzhong Food Therapy Launches Probiotic Fermented Pomegranate Drink

On December 19, Jiangzhong Food Therapy introduced its new Probiotic Fermented Pomegranate Drink. The product is made with probiotic fermentation and contains pomegranate, lotus leaf, and hyaluronic acid. It is free of fat and preservatives, offering a refreshing and sweet taste with a strong fruity aroma. The drink is packaged in a convenient 125ml size. … Read more

Aker BioMarine Appoints Jaroslava Juricova-Olsen as CMO for Human Health Ingredients

Oslo, Norway – December 2024 – Aker BioMarine has named Jaroslava Juricova-Olsen as Chief Marketing Officer for its Human Health Ingredients (HHI) segment. With extensive experience in marketing and brand development, she will help drive the company’s mission to improve human health. Juricova-Olsen joins Aker BioMarine from Salmon Brands (SALMA), where she served as Marketing … Read more

China Proposes Amendments to Imported Pet Food Regulation

On November 15, 2024, China’s General Administration of Customs (GAC) unveiled the amended Measures for the Supervision and Administration of Inspection and Quarantine for Imported and Exported Feed and Feed Additives (hereinafter “draft Measures”) for public comments [1]. In China, pet foods fall within the definition of feed products and, thus, are subject to GAC’s safety supervision and … Read more