Singapore research team unveils bio-friendly method to extract chitin from crab shells
A team of researchers at Singapore’s National University has discovered a bio-friendly way to extract chitin and chitosan from crab shells – a by-product of the shellfish industry, according to a report published by Bloomberg Green.
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Frutarom to pay US$50,000 to settle illegal import charge
Frutarom has agreed to pay US$50,000 to settle a case that saw the flavors and fragrances producer charged with the illegal importation of benzaldehyde from China, according to a report published by Highland County Press.
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Amorepacific develops transparent sunscreen material
THE WHAT? Amorepacific has developed a transparent inorganic sunscreen material, which is a white-cast-free solution that is said to effectively reflect UV rays. THE DETAILS The Korean beauty giant conducted a joint research project with Dr. Li Yan...
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Game changer: Kao USA ushers in sustainable personal care line, MyKirei
Kao USA is debuting a sustainable personal care line today, on Earth Day. The Japanese manufacturer’s MyKirei by Kao is described as a comprehensive collection of products founded on the credence that caring for ourselves, our society and the world around us makes life more beautiful.
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Hindustan Unilever increases soap prices as raw materials cost rise
Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has announced increased prices of soap and shampoo products in response to a price hike for raw materials.
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Malaysia: we won’t shut down our palm plantations
Malaysia has told its palm plantations that they are exempt from country-wide measures designed to curb the spread of coronavirus, according to a report published by Reuters.
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Jurlique forced to issue product recall due to incorrect labelling
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued an urgent product recall for some Jurlique products, following incorrect ingredient labelling and subsequent allergy fears.
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AmorePacific opens Green Tea research center
AmorePacific has announced the opening of a Green Tea Probiotics Research Center to deepen the study of lactobacillus recently discovered in its Jeju organic green tea garden.
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Pakistan and Turkish agencies cooperate on Halal standards
The Halal Accreditation Agency of Turkey and Pakistan National Accreditation Council have signed a memorandum of understanding with a view to developing uniform standards, according to a report published by Urdu Point.
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Australian bushfire aftermath: Honey shortage threatens
Hive + Wellness Australia has petitioned the government for urgent support after a survey of the areas affected by the recent bush fires revealed that bee colonies have taken quite the hit, according to a report published by Food Processing.
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