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AstaReal's astaxanthin ingredient receives EFSA approval

The natural astaxanthin is now approved for use as an ingredient in fruit juices and dairy analogues, opening opportunities for new food products containing the ingredient on EU supermarket shelves

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Arla’s Lacprodan MFGM-10 secures regulatory approval in Brazil for food and beverage use

Brazil’s MAPA has approved Lacprodan MFGM-10 for use in foods and beverages containing whey protein, marking a key step in Arla Foods Ingredients’ expansion into the...

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Pürblack offers "Live Resin" trademark for acquisition, creating major opportunity for wellness and botanical brands

Pürblack has made its federally compliant Live Resin trademarks available for sale or exclusive licensing, giving wellness and botanical brands a rare chance to secure a high-equity, cross-category IP asset with strong consumer recognition

FSA and FSS issue first UK safety guidance for cell-cultivated foods

The UK’s food regulators have published their first guidance for cell-cultivated products, confirming that animal-cell-derived foods will be treated as products of animal origin and must meet existing safety rules

Therapeutic Goods Administration announces stronger controls for vitamin B6 supplements after reports of nerve damage

Australia’s drug regulator has ordered the withdrawal of high-dose vitamin B6 supplements from general retail following hundreds of reports of nerve damage and other long-term side effects

Melts files for oral supplement delivery technology patent application

The wellness brand has filed an initial patent application for a new technology that improves the absorption of oral dissolvable strips

Digexin gains third-party validation for 7-day digestive regularity claims in the US market

NXT USA’s patented herbal blend has received independent substantiation confirming its fast-acting digestive health claims, giving US supplement brands compliant, clinically backed marketing language

USP named a Participating Certifier in Amazon’s new compliance fast-track programme for dietary supplements

USP’s Dietary Supplement Verification Program is widely recognised as the trusted standard for verifying the quality of dietary supplements

EFSA sets safe intake level for Delta-8 THC in food across the EU

EFSA has determined a safe intake level for delta-8 THC, concluding it has similar potency to delta-9 THC and should share the same ARfD. The findings will guide EU discussions on potential regulatory measures

From tapioca to innovation: the story behind Lonza Capsugel Plantcaps

Maria Vilaro, PhD, MBA, Regional Marketing Nutrition Lead at Lonza Capsugel tells Nutraceutical Business Review how consumer demand shaped the development of Plantcaps

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From hype to hard data: the growing maturity of clinical trials in the nutraceutical industry

The nutraceutical industry is slowly shifting from anecdote to evidence, but persistent regulatory, methodological and standardisation issues continue to hamper the credibility and scalability of clinical research

Kensing secures exclusive EFSA approval for sunflower phytosterols

The new approval for Sunvasterol under EFSA’s Novel Food application process grants Kensing commercial exclusivity in Europe, offering food formulators and dietary supplement brands a clean-label and sustainably sourced alternative to traditional soy, rapeseed and pine-based sterols

Naturecan welcomes FDA approval of NMN for dietary supplements

The company says the move to confirm β-Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN) as lawful for use in US dietary supplements not only restores consumer choice in the US but also strengthens international recognition of NMN as a trusted ingredient supporting longevity

Gummi World advances toward ISO 9001:2015 certification following successful NSF pre-assessment

After passing a rigorous two-day NSF International audit, Gummi World reinforces its commitment to traceable, high-integrity manufacturing systems

NSF acquires Cambium Analytica to expand food and supplement testing capabilities

The acquisition will strengthen NFS's analytical testing and product development services for the natural food, beverage and dietary supplement industries amid growing demand for health-focused innovation and regulatory compliance

Givaudan automates global trade compliance with Descartes’ denied party screening solution

Givaudan has implemented Descartes’ real-time denied party screening technology to enhance compliance, reduce manual checks and strengthen its ethical and operational resilience

FDA reverses stance to confirm NMN is lawful for use in dietary supplements

The agency’s decision marks a major policy shift, overturning its previous exclusion of NMN and clarifying the ingredient’s place in the supplement market

Health Canada authorises functional claims for SynbÆctive ProBeautyShield

SynBalance is pleased to announce that Health Canada has granted a product licence for SynbÆctive ProBeautyShield, officially recognising its functional claims related to skin health

ADM’s Fibersol approved by TGA as active ingredient for health products in Australia

The prebiotic fibre is now approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) as an active ingredient in listed medicines, prescription medicines and biologicals, expanding its applications beyond food and beverages

Supporting prostate health with a USP-verified saw palmetto extract

Approximately 94 million men aged 40 and older grapple with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and/or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which are a constellation of discomforts that affect normal urination

FDA moves to revoke authorisation of Orange B food dye as part of push to eliminate petroleum-based colour additives

The move is part of a broader effort to phase out petroleum-based food dyes, with public comments open until October 16, 2025

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Sylvie Binda appointed to INRAE Scientific Council

Lallemand Health Solutions vice president joins newly formed council to guide strategic scientific research

Nutra keynote 2025: solve your biggest nutraceutical challenges

From formulation defects to regulatory hurdles, the Nutra Keynote 2025 offers practical solutions to your toughest challenges. Register now and turn obstacles into...

California Natural Color showcases high-strength natural color solutions at SupplySide Global 2025

Explore plant-based pigments and grape seed extracts for clean label product innovation

Lonza introduces first USDA organic certified capsule made in North America

New Organicaps capsule helps brands meet rising consumer demand for organic supplements

Clasado joins HFMA Council to support natural health products industry

Lucie Nagy will represent Clasado, contributing scientific and regulatory expertise to industry discussions

Countdown to Food Matters Live Ascot 2025

The cornerstone of the UK food innovation calendar returns in just three weeks | Ascot Racecourse, 8–9 October 2025

Nutriearth obtains B Corp certification for sustainable vitamin D3

Company strengthens its commitment to innovation, health and environmental responsibility

Mibelle Biochemistry achieves self-affirmed GRAS status for collagen-booster DracoBelle Nu sd

Plant-based collagen booster gains recognition for safety and opens new opportunities in functional foods and beverages

The NAD⁺ liposome problem: supplement science vs marketing claims

New analysis raises questions about quality, formulation, and verification of liposomal NAD⁺ products

Domino to showcase beverage coding innovations at Drinktec 2025

Smarter and more sustainable solutions for traceability and high-speed production

FDA releases new tool for the toxicity screening of chemicals in food

Some chemicals have toxic properties that may pose a risk to human health when we are exposed to them at certain levels

Fi India 2025 to showcase ingredient innovation and investment potential in Delhi-NCR

The 19th edition of Informa Markets’ trade show will spotlight nutraceuticals, plant-based trends and clean-label development

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