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Malaysian Reserve
19-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Daesang Participates in IFT 2025, the World's Largest Food Technology Expo, Demonstrating Global Ingredient Competitiveness
– International Buyers Converge in Chicago, July 14-16, to Explore Next Generation Food Ingredients – Highlights 69 years of Expertise Driving Innovation in Specialty Ingredients, from Alternative Sweeteners to Natural Seasonings SEOUL, South Korea, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Daesang announced on July 17 that it successfully showcased its lineup of specialty food ingredients at the world's largest food technology exhibition, the IFT 2025 (IFT Food Expo 2025), held from July 14 to 16 in Chicago, USA. The company demonstrated its global competitiveness in the food ingredient market through a diverse offering of innovative products. The IFT Food Expo is a large-scale annual exhibition hosted by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), bringing together experts and companies from the global food technology sector. This year's event took place at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL, attracting over 1,200 companies and more than 20,000 buyers from around 90 countries. Following its participation last year, Daesang once again showcased its portfolio of high-functionality specialty ingredients and its 69 years of accumulated technological expertise, further reinforcing its presence in the global ingredient market. The company received enthusiastic responses from visitors through live demonstrations that highlighted its unique umami and low-sodium solutions. One of the highlights was the introduction of Allulose, a next-generation sweetener under Sweevero, Daesang's integrated alternative sweetener brand launched last year. Allulose is a rare sugar naturally found in small quantities in fruits like figs and raisins. It offers a sweetness similar to that of sugar but is largely unmetabolized by the body, resulting in near-zero calories. Amid growing consumer interest in healthier diets, demand for low-sugar and low-calorie products is on the rise, positioning allulose as a key future ingredient. In 2023, Daesang established a dedicated allulose production facility in Gunsan, North Jeolla Province, and has since been expanding its low-sugar and low-calorie product range. The company is also preparing to enter markets in the United States, Europe, Japan, and Southeast Asia. Daesang also introduced a variety of natural seasoning ingredients. Its NAMINO® series is a next-generation natural flavor enhancer that aligns with global food trends such as clean label and vegan. NAMINO® adds a deep umami taste while reducing sodium intake by up to 30%. The lineup includes NAMINO UH (Upfront Umami High), which delivers an immediate depth of flavor, and NAMINO LH (Lingering Umami High), which provides a clean and lasting finish. Also featured was Dsavory, a natural flavoring ingredient that imparts meaty and roasted aromas. These ingredients, categorized as natural flavors that can replace conventional seasonings, meet the FEMA-GRAS (Food Extract Manufacturers Association – Generally Recognized as Safe) standards, which are widely accepted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), ensuring both safety and consumer trust. Another standout product was EMULAID, a plant-based emulsion stabilizer. EMULAID ensures the uniform and stable mixing of otherwise immiscible substances like oil and water. It can replace animal-based emulsifiers such as egg whites and casein, making it ideal for vegan and allergen-free product development, while also reducing production costs. Additionally, EMULAID offers effective protection for active ingredients such as flavors, omega-3s, and vitamins, helping to extend shelf life and enhance product value. The stabilizer is suitable for a wide range of applications including coffee creamers, dressings, plant-based beverages, and pastry creams. A key strength of EMULAID is the availability of tailored solutions depending on the specific application. Hyo-hoon Lee, Head of Ingredient Marketing at Daesang, stated, 'IFT 2025 provided a valuable opportunity to showcase Daesang's high-functionality specialty ingredients to experts from the global food industry and engage directly with international buyers.' He added, 'Building on our 69-year heritage of ingredient technology, we will continue to pursue continuous innovation and development to deliver optimal solutions that respond to evolving global trends, further strengthening our competitiveness on the international stage.' About Daesang Corporation Founded in 1956, Daesang Corporation has been one of the world's largest producers of fermented food products for over 60 years, and has grown to be the global leading Korean based food company by operating global brands such as Jongga, and O'Food which provides sauce, ready-to-eat meals, and many more products. Headquartered in South Korea, the company has also manufacturing subsidiaries in United States, Poland, China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Visit for more information.
Korea Herald
18-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Daesang Participates in IFT 2025, the World's Largest Food Technology Expo, Demonstrating Global Ingredient Competitiveness
– International Buyers Converge in Chicago, July 14-16, to Explore Next Generation Food Ingredients – Highlights 69 years of Expertise Driving Innovation in Specialty Ingredients, from Alternative Sweeteners to Natural Seasonings SEOUL, South Korea, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Daesang announced on July 17 that it successfully showcased its lineup of specialty food ingredients at the world's largest food technology exhibition, the IFT 2025 (IFT Food Expo 2025), held from July 14 to 16 in Chicago, USA. The company demonstrated its global competitiveness in the food ingredient market through a diverse offering of innovative products. The IFT Food Expo is a large-scale annual exhibition hosted by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), bringing together experts and companies from the global food technology sector. This year's event took place at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL, attracting over 1,200 companies and more than 20,000 buyers from around 90 countries. Following its participation last year, Daesang once again showcased its portfolio of high-functionality specialty ingredients and its 69 years of accumulated technological expertise, further reinforcing its presence in the global ingredient market. The company received enthusiastic responses from visitors through live demonstrations that highlighted its unique umami and low-sodium solutions. One of the highlights was the introduction of Allulose, a next-generation sweetener under Sweevero, Daesang's integrated alternative sweetener brand launched last year. Allulose is a rare sugar naturally found in small quantities in fruits like figs and raisins. It offers a sweetness similar to that of sugar but is largely unmetabolized by the body, resulting in near-zero calories. Amid growing consumer interest in healthier diets, demand for low-sugar and low-calorie products is on the rise, positioning allulose as a key future ingredient. In 2023, Daesang established a dedicated allulose production facility in Gunsan, North Jeolla Province, and has since been expanding its low-sugar and low-calorie product range. The company is also preparing to enter markets in the United States, Europe, Japan, and Southeast Asia. Daesang also introduced a variety of natural seasoning ingredients. Its NAMINO® series is a next-generation natural flavor enhancer that aligns with global food trends such as clean label and vegan. NAMINO® adds a deep umami taste while reducing sodium intake by up to 30%. The lineup includes NAMINO UH (Upfront Umami High), which delivers an immediate depth of flavor, and NAMINO LH (Lingering Umami High), which provides a clean and lasting finish. Also featured was Dsavory, a natural flavoring ingredient that imparts meaty and roasted aromas. These ingredients, categorized as natural flavors that can replace conventional seasonings, meet the FEMA-GRAS (Food Extract Manufacturers Association - Generally Recognized as Safe) standards, which are widely accepted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), ensuring both safety and consumer trust. Another standout product was EMULAID, a plant-based emulsion stabilizer. EMULAID ensures the uniform and stable mixing of otherwise immiscible substances like oil and water. It can replace animal-based emulsifiers such as egg whites and casein, making it ideal for vegan and allergen-free product development, while also reducing production costs. Additionally, EMULAID offers effective protection for active ingredients such as flavors, omega-3s, and vitamins, helping to extend shelf life and enhance product value. The stabilizer is suitable for a wide range of applications including coffee creamers, dressings, plant-based beverages, and pastry creams. A key strength of EMULAID is the availability of tailored solutions depending on the specific application. Hyo-hoon Lee, Head of Ingredient Marketing at Daesang, stated, "IFT 2025 provided a valuable opportunity to showcase Daesang's high-functionality specialty ingredients to experts from the global food industry and engage directly with international buyers." He added, "Building on our 69-year heritage of ingredient technology, we will continue to pursue continuous innovation and development to deliver optimal solutions that respond to evolving global trends, further strengthening our competitiveness on the international stage." About Daesang Corporation Founded in 1956, Daesang Corporation has been one of the world's largest producers of fermented food products for over 60 years, and has grown to be the global leading Korean based food company by operating global brands such as Jongga, and O'Food which provides sauce, ready-to-eat meals, and many more products. Headquartered in South Korea, the company has also manufacturing subsidiaries in United States, Poland, China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Visit for more information.
Korea Herald
16-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Samyang Corporation Unveils 'AI-Based Standardized Sugar Reduction Solution' at US Food Technology Expo
- Participated in "IFT 2025," the International Food Technology Expo held in Chicago, United States, from July 14 to 16 - Introduced "3S Solution," an AI-based standardized sugar reduction solution utilizing specialty ingredients - Offered tasting samples featuring the latest food solutions and specialty ingredients to enhance visitor understanding SEOUL, South Korea, July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Samyang Corporation (CEO Nak-hyun Choi) announced that it participated in the International Food Technology Expo (IFT 2025) held in Chicago, United States, from July 14 to 16. The event is hosted annually by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) and is the world's largest exhibition in the field of food technology, attracting over 1,000 companies from around 100 countries. Samyang Corporation participated in the expo to showcase its latest food solutions and products while gaining insights into industry trends. At this year's event, Samyang Corporation presented its AI-based standardized sugar reduction solution, the "3S (Smart, Simple, and Successful) Sugar Reduction Solution," for the first time. The company also offered two types of cereal bars with different textures as tasting samples developed using this solution. The 3S solution allows customers to input desired sugar reduction levels, ingredient costs, and key factors by product category. The AI then analyzes the data to propose the optimal solution utilizing Samyang Corporation's specialty ingredients: the alternative sweetener "Allulose" and the water-soluble dietary fiber "resistant maltodextrin." Through the 3S solution, Samyang Corporation has significantly shortened product development time while gaining the ability to respond quickly and flexibly to the needs of its customers. The company plans to further advance its AI system to enhance the precision of its sugar reduction solutions and expand its application to a wider range of food categories, including ice cream, sauces, baked goods, and confectionery. In addition to the 3S solution, Samyang Corporation also showcased the excellence of its specialty ingredients by offering tasting samples such as low-calorie caramel and barbecue sauce made with allulose, as well as gummies and kombucha with enhanced dietary fiber content using resistant maltodextrin. Allulose is an alternative sweetener that provides about 70% of the sweetness of sugar but with almost zero calories. Samyang Corporation developed liquid allulose in 2016 using its proprietary enzyme technology and has been supplying it both domestically and internationally under the brand name "Nexweet" since 2021. Resistant maltodextrin is a water-soluble dietary fiber recognized as a health functional food ingredient that may help support healthy bowel movements, suppress after-meal blood sugar spikes, and improve blood triglyceride levels. Samyang Corporation believes this ingredient can create a synergy when combined with allulose, and currently produces both liquid and powder forms of resistant maltodextrin under the brand name "Fiberest." Nak-hyun Choi, CEO of Samyang Corporation, stated, "The 3S Solution was designed to provide rapid and accurate recommendations based on the vast research and solution database that Samyang has built over the years. We will continue to enhance the system to improve both the completeness and applicability of our solutions." He added, "We will also actively leverage this solution to expand our market presence in the United States, where low-sugar and low-calorie products are gaining popularity." Meanwhile, Samyang Corporation also plans to promote the excellence and technological strength of its specialty ingredients at upcoming food expos in the second half of this year, including "Health Ingredients (HI) Japan 2025" and "Supply Side West (SSW) 2025," which will be held in Japan and the US, respectively.
Korea Herald
25-06-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
CJ BIO Announces Participation in IFT 2025, Showcasing Taste Innovation Rooted in Quality and Authenticity
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ BIO is proud to announce its fourth consecutive participation in the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) First Annual Event and Expo, taking place in Chicago this July. Since rejoining the global exhibition circuit post-COVID in 2022, CJ BIO has solidified its presence at IFT as a forward-thinking innovator in clean label and taste-enhancing food solutions. This year's theme, "Cutting Sodium, Cutting Cost, and Clean Label Solutions – Driving Taste Innovation through Localized Application," reflects CJ BIO's commitment to delivering quality and authenticity, two key drivers of modern food innovation. With growing consumer focus on price, health benefits, and naturalness, CJ BIO brings a customer-centric showcase to the IFT stage. TasteNrich ®: The Core of CJ BIO's Taste & Savory Innovation At the heart of the booth is TasteNrich ®, CJ BIO's flagship brand built around the unique concept of clean umami—a modern approach to delivering rich, satisfying taste while maintaining ingredient transparency. Designed to enhance umami without compromising authenticity, TasteNrich ® solutions help brands meet growing demand for clean-label formulations. The SOLUTION line offers high-end natural umami boosters that elevate taste with refined simplicity, while the BASIC line provides a cost-effective alternative that retains the depth of flavor consumers expect—all grounded in a commitment to preserving authentic taste and enriching it through clean innovation. The broader TasteNrich ® portfolio also includes: Focus on Customer Experience & K-Culture Integration CJ BIO's 2025 booth will center on immersive customer experiences, inviting visitors to engage directly with its innovative solutions. A K-culture-inspired tasting event featuring tteokbokki will showcase the versatility of CJ BIO's portfolio in globally beloved applications. A Booth Designed for Impact CJ BIO will debut a newly designed booth highlighted by four striking LED pillars that broadcast core messages—engaging visitors while showcasing its forward-looking vision for clean and cost-effective flavor innovation. Join Us The CJ BIO team has already launched pre-event marketing efforts to attract food manufacturers, culinary developers, and industry stakeholders. Interested visitors can learn more through the CJ BIO website, or by following Instagram and LinkedIn for real-time updates. To schedule a meeting or learn more about CJ BIO's IFT 2025 participation, please visit CJ BIO is a business unit of CJ CheilJedang, a subsidiary of CJ Group, an international company founded in South Korea in 1953. CJ Group operates in the fields of Food & Food Service, Bio & Pharma, Entertainment & Media, and Retail & Logistics. CJ BIO is a leading global supplier of fermentation-based bio-products, including an extensive line of TasteNrich ®, FlavorNrich™, AMINATURE ®, and BiomeNrich™. CJ BIO has a global network of manufacturing facilities, specializing in microbial fermentation with the highest quality and control over their ingredients. With a strong foundation in fermentation, CJ BIO combines this expertise with its commitment to innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions for the food and nutrition industries.
