ST. LOUIS,
May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/
-- Today IFF announced the U.S. launch of SEAFLOUR™, a
nutrient-dense hydrocolloid sourced from non-GMO red seaweed.
SEAFLOUR™ is an ideal, natural stabilizer for brands targeting a
growing consumer demand for clean label products.
SEAFLOUR™, known as 'seaweed flour' or 'natural seaweed', is
non-allergenic. It contains protein, fiber and minerals, and offers
exceptional stability, high-suspension ability and excellent
mouthfeel, making it ideal for plant-based beverage applications
such as nut- and soy-based milks. SEAFLOUR™ is also kosher and
halal certified.
"Nearly 40 percent of consumers surveyed look for plant-based
milks with all-natural ingredients1," said Greg Paul, Ph.D., North America category lead – Dairy &
Nutritional Beverages, IFF, Nourish division. "Using natural
ingredients like SEAFLOUR™ allows food manufacturers to innovate
and develop premium products, thus driving brand differentiation
and sales in the plant-based beverage category."
"SEAFLOUR™ has a unique synergy with plant proteins, keeping
plant-based beverages stable and appealing, and providing smooth,
creamy texture and mouthfeel throughout their shelf lives," said
Michael Cammarata, senior beverage
technologist, IFF, Nourish division. "This eliminates the need for
additional stabilizers. With this single ingredient, manufacturers
have the potential to reduce fat and sugar levels in their products
without compromising texture or mouthfeel."
Derived from red seaweed, SEAFLOUR™ is traceable from sea to
shelf. The seaweed is cultivated along the coast of Indonesia without the use of fertilizers,
herbicides, or pesticides. After harvesting, the seaweed is simply
washed, dried, and milled with minimal processing. This technique
preserves the natural fiber, protein, and mineral content in
SEAFLOUR™.
"Consumers expect plant-based beverages to contribute to a
healthy diet," said Gisele Barros,
global product marketing leader - Hydrocolloids, IFF, Nourish
division. "Increasingly, these same consumers expect their beverage
choices to contribute to a healthy planet too."
SEAFLOUR™ raw material sourcing supports the local farming
community and is in process to be incorporated into IFF's
Responsible Seaweed Program, a holistic approach to social,
environmental and economic improvements in seaweed processing. This
initiative also aligns with IFF's recently launched 2030 'Do More
Good Plan', an environmental, social and governance (ESG) roadmap
comprised of ambitious targets, including the commitment to
accelerate responsible-sourcing practices for seaweed and other
strategic raw material supply chains.
*2021 online qualitative analysis conducted by Mintel on behalf
of IFF -- 38 percent of U.S. consumers look for plant-based
milk with all-natural ingredients.
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creativity for a better world. Across our business divisions, we're
on a mission to Do More Good for our people, customers, and
communities.
To us, "nourish" means "to feed with purpose" -- and we're here
to redefine the industry by nourishing people, products, and our
planet. Every day, our teams are boldly reimagining and pioneering
the next generation of food and beverage experiences. We're
leveraging our industry-leading product portfolio, unmatched
innovation capabilities, and customer-centric approach to become
the partner for essential solutions. Let's nourish the future,
together.
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