Mikart Extends Production and Packaging Capabilities
Pharmaceutical Commerce
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
CDMO purchases branded sachet-packaging machine for commercial manufacturing.
Standardized packaging on vapes found to reduce appeal to teenagers
Medical Xpress
MARCH 14, 2023
New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London and Action on Smoking and Health has found that standardizing e-cigarette (vape) packaging, by removing brand imagery, is associated with a decrease in vapes appeal among teenagers.
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Chobani Has Left Plastic Packaging Behind and is Introducing Paper-Based Cups
XTalks
AUGUST 31, 2021
Chobani has been exploring and discovering new ways to package its products in a more sustainable and eco-friendly way. This is why the yogurt brand has decided to move away from plastic to paper cups for their Chobani Oat yogurt. Chobani is committed to showing the rest of the world more sustainable packaging as time goes on.
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The Drug Packaging Process from Start to Finish
Pharma Packaging Solutions
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
That’s why the drug packaging process is so important, and must be carried out correctly. Primary packaging is the first step in the drug packaging process. Packing materials that come in direct contact with pharmaceutical products—such as blister packs, bottles, vials, and ampules—are all examples of primary packaging.
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Who Owns Hostess Brands? Smucker’s New $5.6 Billion Acquisition
XTalks
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Smucker Company, otherwise known as Smucker, announced its agreement to acquire Hostess Brands for a substantial $5.6 Who owns Hostess Brands now? times, based on Smucker’s projections of Hostess Brands’ 2023 outcomes. So, who owns Hostess Brands after its financial ups and downs? Yesterday, the J.M.
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Packaging Congress (PHARMAP 2022)
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Packaging Congress (PHARMAP 2022) is held on June, 20-21, 2022 in Berlin, Germany. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Packaging Congress provides a networking platform for decision-makers from the pharmaceutical industry to share cases and brand-new solutions in one place.
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Which Type of Pharmaceutical Packaging Do You Need?
Pharma Packaging Solutions
AUGUST 23, 2022
Pharmaceutical packaging plays a critical role in the medical supply chain. There are several different types of pharmaceutical packaging, each with its own purpose. . Primary Pharmaceutical Packaging. There are several different types of pharmaceutical packaging, each with its own purpose. .
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Rob’s Backstage Popcorn, Tingly Ted’s and Other New Celebrity Food Brands
XTalks
APRIL 4, 2023
Rob’s Backstage Popcorn, a brand launched by the Jonas Brothers and consumer packaged goods (CPG) business The Naked Market, recently raised $7 million in a celebrity-backed series A funding round to support national growth at Albertsons, Kroger, Sam’s Club, Walmart and other retailers.
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Top 3 Allergy Friendly Food Brands
XTalks
OCTOBER 6, 2022
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, about 32 million people in the US have food allergies, which means allergy friendly food brands not only have a large audience base, but are also necessities. Partake Foods has become one of the most popular allergy friendly food brands and it recently secured $11.5 Enjoy Life.
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The Paleo Diet Launches a Paleo Certification Program for Food Packaging
XTalks
MAY 5, 2022
Related: Will An Upcycled Certification Mark on Packaged Foods Resonate With Consumers? Food packaging labels are branching beyond traditional categories of organic and fair trade given the rising interest among consumers for easily discernible product information. billion by 2027, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.6
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Rising Demand for Pharmaceutical Secondary Packaging Providers
Roots Analysis
APRIL 20, 2022
This continuously growing pipeline of pharmaceutical drug products has inadvertently led to an increase in the demand for their associated primary packaging and Secondary Packaging solutions. . 1] It also plays a key role in marketing and brand projection for a product. Company Competitiveness Analysis.
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing And Packaging Congress 2022 Connects Pharma Leaders
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Packaging Congress (PHARMAP 2022) covers the current state of the pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging industry. One of the major challenges for pharmaceutical executives is to manage the leveraging manufacturing and packaging processes. Request the full business program: [link].
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Are Best Before Dates on Food Packaging to Blame for Food Waste?
XTalks
OCTOBER 7, 2022
As awareness grows around the world about the problem of food waste, one culprit is being scrutinized: best before dates on food packaging. Confusion around date codes on food packaging is often cited as a contributor to food waste across the US and globally.
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6 Reasons Why Aluminum is The Perfect Material for Food Packaging
XTalks
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
Aluminum is a popular choice for food packaging because of its superior recyclability and unique properties for product brands over other materials like plastics and glass – it is endlessly recyclable compared to plastic and paper, while being lighter and studier than glass. Availability. Environmental Sustainability. Versatility.
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When is Instacart Going Public? + Smucker Acquires Hostess Brands – Xtalks Food Podcast Ep. 127
XTalks
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Smucker Company’s recent acquisition of Hostess Brands. Smucker’s investment in Hostess comes at a time when significant US packaged food companies are on the hunt to broaden their brand collections, especially as the financial windfalls from the pandemic era begin to ebb. The Hostess transaction is valued at roughly $4.6
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Food Industry by the Numbers: Leading Food Brands, Mergers & Acquisitions and More
XTalks
APRIL 28, 2023
To celebrate 20 years of Xtalks , we’re taking a look back over the last 20 years in the food industry by highlighting some of the most talked-about food brands by the year, mergers and acquisitions and biggest advancements in food safety. It is the maker of Cadbury, Oreo, Ritz, Triscuit and other household brands. In a deal worth $13.8
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing And Packaging Congress 2022 Connects Pharma Leaders
The Pharma Data
APRIL 27, 2022
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Packaging Congress (PHARMAP 2022) covers the current state of the pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging industry. One of the major challenges for pharmaceutical executives is to manage the leveraging manufacturing and packaging processes.
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Kidfresh: The Better-For-You Kid’s Brand with Hidden Veggies
XTalks
MAY 23, 2022
Kidfresh, a New York-based brand of frozen children’s food featuring hidden veggies, recently added two new products to its robust lineup of frozen meals. It also uses BPA-free packaging, phthalate-free bowls and 100 percent recycled paperboard. However, Kidfresh is not the only frozen children’s brand with hidden veggies.
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Mmmly: The Newest Plant-Based, Functional Cookie Brand
XTalks
MARCH 31, 2021
Mmmly, a new cookie brand based in Westchester, New York, is on a mission to change cookies for the better. Unlike most cookie brands that focus on flavor over nutrition, Mmmly aimed to use clean and functional ingredients in its plant-based, organic, keto and gluten-free cookies. Mmmly is not the first cookie brand to enter the space.
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Bayer Commits to 100 Percent Green Packaging by 2030
XTalks
DECEMBER 29, 2021
Bayer has announced that all of its products will have 100 percent green packaging by 2030. This means all of the company’s over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and supplements such as pain, allergy and cold medications, and vitamins will have brand packaging that is 100 percent recyclable or reusable in less than ten years’ time.
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Flexible Food & Consumer Packaging: How New Product Innovations Around Paper, Aluminum and Mono-PE Can Improve Sustainability
XTalks
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
Consumers actively seek out — and are willing to pay a premium for — food and consumer products labeled as organic or plant-based, but what about claims related to the recyclability of the packaging itself? Clearly, this generation has a unique focus on consumer packaging and the environment, and brand managers should take note.
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Six Women-Owned Food Brands to Support Beyond International Women’s Day 2022
XTalks
MARCH 8, 2022
Women-owned food brands have made some remarkable strides in the food and beverage industry. To celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day on March 8, there are countless woman-owned-and-operated food brands to support beyond the month of March.
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Building a Strong Brand Identity in the Pharmaceutical Industry: A Guide to Success
Pharma Marketing Network
MARCH 25, 2023
In the highly competitive pharmaceutical industry, creating a strong brand identity can set companies apart and help them connect with their target audience. A strong brand identity can help increase recognition and loyalty, and ultimately drive sales. Another key aspect of building a strong brand identity is consistency.
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This Software Company Helps CPG Brands Manage Excess Inventory
XTalks
DECEMBER 3, 2021
Spoiler Alert , a Boston-based software company that helps perishable consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands manage excess inventory, announced on Wednesday that it raised $11 million in a series A funding round. The platform is used by a growing number of CPG brands to digitize their business-to-business (B2B) liquidation.
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How Smaller Food Manufacturers Surpassed Big Food Brands During the Pandemic
XTalks
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
As big food brands struggled to meet demand in the earlier days of the COVID-19 pandemic — since many shoppers became less willing to go to brick-and-mortar food retailers — consumers began shifting toward other means of getting food to their tables. Related: Big Food Brands Bypass Retailers in Pandemic.
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How Smaller Food Manufacturers Surpassed Big Food Brands During the Pandemic
XTalks
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
As big food brands struggled to meet demand in the earlier days of the COVID-19 pandemic — since many shoppers became less willing to go to brick-and-mortar food retailers — consumers began shifting toward other means of getting food to their tables. Related: Big Food Brands Bypass Retailers in Pandemic.
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Nestlé Acquires Functional Beverage Brand Essentia Water After Selling Bottled Water Portfolio
XTalks
MARCH 9, 2021
Nestlé has finalized the acquisition of premium beverage brand Essentia, the leading alkaline water brand and number one selling bottled water in the natural channel, for an undisclosed amount. So what makes Essentia a premium, functional beverage brand? billion. “We Functional Beverage Market.
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Rap Snacks: Disrupting the Global Snack Industry
XTalks
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Rap Snacks , celebrated as the “Official Snack Brand of Hip Hop,” has embarked on a monumental journey. Breaking international barriers, the brand recently launched its iconic snacks in the UK, Canada and Spain. These partnerships have been instrumental in elevating the brand’s visibility and appeal.
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Table salt needs extra iodine, finds Bangladesh study
Medical Xpress
MAY 10, 2023
A Bangladesh study published in Food Chemistry Advances shows wide variation in iodine levels among packaged salt brands sold locally.
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Women-Owned Food Brands for International Women’s Day + Ziscuit Grocery Search Engine – Xtalks Food Podcast Ep. 51
XTalks
MARCH 10, 2022
In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney highlights six women-owned-and-operated food brands. The team notices a trend among the brands: they were all created out of necessity to fulfill a demand. Read the full articles here: Six Women-Owned Food Brands to Support Beyond International Women’s Day 2022.
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Better Brands’ Low-Carb Bagel + Cometeer’s New Frozen Coffee – Xtalks Food Podcast Ep. 35
XTalks
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney introduces the team to the Better Bagel, the first product from California-based startup Better Brands. The company creates frozen coffee pods akin to pucks that are packaged in a fully recyclable capsule.
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Introducing the Pharmaceutical Technology Excellence Awards 2023
Pharmaceutical Technology
MAY 17, 2023
Download the Research Guide Research Guide Key Dates August – Submissions Open Early December – Excellence Award winners announced Benefits for Winning Companies Independent recognition solidifies your business as a trustworthy brand. Our brand is recognized as a mark of excellence in the industry.
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Will An Upcycled Certification Mark on Packaged Foods Resonate With Consumers?
XTalks
APRIL 26, 2021
In terms of the certification marker, the UFA hired branding agency Modern Species to design the marker for food packaging. With a clear definition, the marker goes beyond vague terms sometimes found on food packaging such as “sustainably-made” or “made with clean ingredients.”. Upcycled Certification Marker.
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Liquid Death: Disrupting the Beverage Industry with a $1.4 Billion Valuation
XTalks
MARCH 14, 2024
The brand recently announced a staggering $67 million in financing from an array of strategic partners and investors, propelling its valuation to an impressive $1.4 This latest funding round not only underscores the brand’s rapid growth but also marks it as one of the fastest-growing non-alcoholic brands in the industry. “We
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Six Trends for Food Brands to Embrace to Win Over Consumers
XTalks
OCTOBER 22, 2020
Major players are seeing their sales decline, heightened competition from smaller brands and mounting production costs. For food companies to survive and be successful until 2050 and beyond, the report identified six innovation trends for brands to focus on: Developing food for health. Company statements aren’t cutting it anymore.
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How Big Food Brands are Keeping Customers Full From Home
XTalks
AUGUST 18, 2020
Big food and beverage brands are vying to keep people consuming their products during the coronavirus pandemic, and they are coming up with some crafty ways to make it happen. Related: Big Food Brands Bypass Retailers in Pandemic. Another iconic burger brand, Shake Shack, is also seizing on the do-it-yourself trend. Shake Shack.
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Rise of Seed-Based Foods + Lay’s RePlay Repurposing Packaging – Xtalks Food Podcast Ep. 17
XTalks
JULY 1, 2021
The chip brand partnered with the EUFA Foundation to repurpose empty chip packs to help create sustainable football pitches. Lay’s RePlay to Repurpose Packaging and Make Sustainable Football Pitches Around the World. Also in this episode, Mira talks about Lay’s’ newest sustainable initiative called Lay’s RePlay.
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China’s NMPA grants priority review status for Ocumension’s Zerviate NDA
Pharmaceutical Technology
MAY 1, 2023
The NDA is supported by the data package licensed to Ocumension by Nicox as well as the Phase III clinical trial in China. Zerviate, 0.24% was compared to emedastine difumarate ophthalmic solution, 0.05%, an antihistamine, which is marketed under undeb Emadine brand name.
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TRUFF: Elevating Hot Sauce With a Touch of Luxury
XTalks
JANUARY 15, 2024
As far as condiments go, few brands have managed to capture the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts quite like TRUFF. The brand’s initial offering, a truffle-infused hot sauce, set the stage for a new era in gourmet condiments.
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Daiya Reformulates Vegan Cheese Lineup
XTalks
DECEMBER 14, 2023
In a bold move, Canadian brand Daiya Foods recently unveiled its revamped vegan cheese lineup, showcasing a unique oat cream base and leveraging traditional fermentation methods to enhance dairy-like qualities. Alongside this reformulation, Daiya has also introduced a refreshed logo and packaging design. “We
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When FDA-Approved Generics Fail: Brand Wellbutrin XL Antidepressant is Cheaper from Canada
Pharmacy Checkers
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
Many readers complained that it just wasn’t cutting it compared to the brand name version. a generic with the exact same formulation as the brand) of Wellbutrin XL available. Just switch back to the brand!” In fact, many people reported that when they were switched to the Teva generic Wellbutrin XL, their depression returned.
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Why hasn’t pharma embraced email marketing?
World of DTC Marketing
MARCH 9, 2021
Using automation for email campaigns is one of the most efficient methods of communicating with prospective customers and followers who have a genuine interest in following the updates of a business or brand. However, this should not prevent brands from talking to their audience(s).
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New Coca-Cola Zero Sugar to Taste More Like Coke’s Iconic Flavor
XTalks
JULY 16, 2021
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar has released a new refreshing recipe and bold packaging that provides consumers with a taste more similar to the original and iconic Coke flavor. Related: What Ever Happened to Coke with Stevia? Additionally, a new Snapchat lens allows users to take sunset selfies at home with the Coke Zero Sugar lens. “As
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Takis Disrupt the Salty Snack Category by Introducing Five New Products
XTalks
MAY 25, 2021
Takis, a chip company, known for its spicy rolled tortilla chip, announced that they are expanding their brand by introducing five new snacks with their signature Fuego flavor and a new brand look. The brand came to the US in 2001 and they have been known since then to provide consumers with the spice they wanted.
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