Market Flash

BioAktive's Lactoryzol, with its INCI name Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment and Lactobacillus Ferment and Butylene Glycol and 1,2-Hexanediol Hydroxyacetophenone, is a microbial plant-based postbiotic active for sensitive skin.

• BioAktive
• Lactoryzol

Schwan Cosmetics is launching a new color and care strategy focused on bringing to market skin care products containing popular care ingredients that provide scientifically proven benefits to makeup users.

• Schwan Cosmetics
• Power Up Your Pout

In a recent announcement, the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has proposed the revision of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for agricultural and veterinary chemicals used in Australia.

Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Supply recently issued Resolution SDA/MAPA No. 1023 through a government bulletin, outlining the product characteristics and quality standards.

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare recently announced significant revisions to the standards governing food and food additives.

As we step into the year 2024, the winds of innovation continue to shape the landscape of the pharmaceutical industry.

In a surprising turn of events, Novo Nordisk recently announced the favorable results of the FLOW3 clinical trial for semaglutide, a drug used in the treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

In the realm of immune checkpoint inhibitors, a shifting dynamic is underway as pharmaceutical giants vie for the coveted title of "Global Immune Checkpoint King."

Perstorp has completed a transaction to acquire its minority stake in the joint venture Shandong Fufeng Perstorp Chemical, which owns and operates the Zibo site in China. Perstorp is currently the sole owner of the polyol manufacturing plant.

• Perstorp
• Shandong Fufeng Perstorp Chemical

MAIRE announces that NEXTCHEM has signed a binding agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of GasConTec Gmbh (GCT), an innovative company specializing in technology development and process engineering.

• MAIRE
• Nextchem
• GasConTec

Etoxazole should not be used in cucumbers at present.

• Etoxazole
• oxazole
• acaricide

In 2023, 19 new potato pesticides were registered, and the prevention and control objects were mainly late blight and black scurf

• pesticides
• Dimethomorph
• Fludioxonil

Kathon CG in cosmetics is one of the most common additives. It has been used in cosmetics for decades since its invention in the 1960s and 1970s.

• Kathon CG in cosmetics

German start-up 4peoplewhocare has selected Gerresheimer's latest sustainable packaging solutions, which include Gx Amsterdam glass jars with bio-based Forewood closures, for the launch of its innovative deodorant cream.

• 4peoplewhocare
• Gerresheimer

The food industry is undergoing a transformative shift as companies strive to embrace sustainability and reduce their environmental impact. One area that has seen significant advancements is sustainable packaging.

Food safety is a paramount concern in the food industry, and advancements in technology are playing a crucial role in ensuring consumer well-being.

Sustainable aquaculture plays a critical role in meeting the growing global demand for seafood while minimizing the environmental impact on our oceans.

An alarming incident of anthrax bacterial infection has been reported in Mozambique, raising concerns about public health and agricultural safety. The outbreak was recently notified to the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) .

In a recent development, the Australia-New Zealand Food Standards Agency (FSANZ) has initiated a public consultation regarding the use of a genetically modified strain of Rhizopus oryzae in producing triacylglycerol lipase, a potential processing aid.

Zai Lab, a leading biotech company, has recently announced an extension of its partnership with Tian for an additional two years.