Recent developments
Digital flavor design
Symrise expanded its Symvision AI platform to include AI-assisted formula prediction, enabling flavorists to model low sugar/sodium profiles and reduce development cycles.
Cell-cultured inputs
WACKER introduced FGF-2 Food, a microbial growth factor for animal component-free media, aiming to lower costs and scale cultivated meat amid approvals in the USA, Singapore, and the UK, with staged rollout starting in the U.S.
Packaging materials advances
LyondellBasell launched Pro-fax EP410C polypropylene for impact-resistant, low-odor rigid and flexible food packaging and extrusion. LOTTE Chemical began commercial production of a heat-resistant adhesive material to improve bonding between PP and EVOH in multilayer containers for microwave and retort uses. On dispensing, Aptar Closures earned ADS recognition tied to flip-top precision closures used in condiments.
Ingredient distribution shifts
Brenntag Specialties Food & Nutrition agreed an exclusive distribution agreement with ADM across CEE and selected Middle East markets, adding soy proteins and lecithins under brands such as Profam, Arcon, Tradcon, Adlec, Ultralec, and Sopro.
Market performance and finance
Symrise reported 1.4% organic growth in Q3 2025, with Food & Beverage up single digits in EAME; management targets portfolio optimization and €40 million 2025 cost savings. The company also placed an €800 million Eurobond for early refinancing.