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Carma is expanding its expertise in the beauty, fashion and lifestyle sectors. The global media intelligence software and research company has acquired mmi Analytics, a media communications and e-retail measurement platform focused on these three areas.

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• mmi Analytics

CJ Biomaterials has announced that its patented PHA technology is being used to produce new noodle cups. It is sold at CU, a Korean convenience store chain.

• CJ Biomaterials
• PHA technology

This article focuses on the role of sodium starch glycolate as a highly efficient disintegrant in pharmaceutical formulations.

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This article explores the significance of sodium starch glycolate as a versatile excipient in pharmaceutical formulations.

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This article focuses on the diverse applications of sodium starch glycolate in tablet formulations.

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This article highlights the versatile applications of sodium starch glycolate as a crucial pharmaceutical excipient.

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This article explores the multifaceted applications of sodium starch glycolate Type A as a crucial pharmaceutical excipient.

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Novo Nordisk, a renowned pharmaceutical company, recently released its highly anticipated financial report for the year 2023.

The pharmaceutical industry witnessed a significant turnaround in 2023, with numerous companies reversing their losses and experiencing substantial profit growth.

In the dynamic landscape of the pharmaceutical industry, companies are increasingly realizing that selling drugs exclusively in the United States is not the only path to international success.

In a significant development for the food industry, Turkey has recently announced the revision of its food codex.

In a recent development, the European Union (EU) has proposed an expansion of the usage range of genetically modified rapeseed GT 73 in food products.

In a recent development, exports of dried seaweed from China have been flagged due to excessive iodine levels.

The board of directors of Sumitomo Chemical India has approved in principle the winding up/closure of the company's Tanzania subsidiary Excel Crop Care (Africa) Limited, in which Sumitomo Chemical India holds 99.9% equity.

• Sumitomo

Xampla has raised $7 million in its latest funding round, which aims to help expand its biodegradable, food-safe Morro Coating for takeout packaging, sacs and cups into new markets and support the transition away from single-use plastics.

• Xampla
• Morro coating

Manzanita Capital has acquired a majority stake in luxury fragrance brand DS & Durga. The private equity firm's investment will be used to expand DS & Durga's retail operations, product offerings and team in the United States.

• Manzanita capital
• DS &Durga
• DS & Durga

Arkema has increased global production capacity for Pebax elastomers by 40% at its Serquigny plant in France, where products are mainly used in the sports and consumer goods markets.

• Arkema
• Pebax elastomer

In 2023, China registered 25 weeding products of soybean field, mainly EC and OD

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According to reports, The Body Shop is preparing to sell most of its business in Europe and part of its business in Asia, which includes physical and digital channels, accounting for about 14% of The Body Shop's global business.

• The Body Shop

Unilin Technologies takes a big step forward in durability with the launch of the first PFAS-free waterproof coating formulation for use on floors and more.

• Unilin Technologies
• PFAS free waterproof coating