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Ingredients South Asia
AI embedding intelligence at every stage of healthcare
ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it's a present-day force redefining how the world discovers, develops, and delivers medicines.Once viewed as a distant dream, AI has now become the catalyst for a scientific revolution, transforming pharmaceutical research into a faster, more precise, and more human-centered enterprise.
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November 16-30, 2025
Ingredients South Asia
Microplastics in packaged F&B spark health concerns
In a troubling shift from oceanic pollution to everyday meals, microplastics—tiny fragments of plastic less than five millimetres in diameter—are increasingly being found in packaged food and beverages.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Imports of bulk drugs grew 2.6% in H1FY26
IMPORTS of bulk drugs and intermediates to India has reported a decline of 2.6% in the first half of the fiscal year 2025-26, as compared to a growth of 3.13% reported in the same period of previous fiscal year, on a year-over-year (YoY) basis.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Ingredients that add fortification to F&B products
FOOD fortification is the well-established practice of deliberately adding essential micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, trace elements) to food or beverage products in order to improve their nutritional value and address public health micronutrient deficiencies.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Paris beckons South Asia's F&B trailblazers
THE global food and beverage (F&B) ingredients calendar is counting down to a pivotal moment as Fi Europe (Food ingredients Europe), the flagship event of the Fi Global portfolio, prepares to host its landmark 30th edition at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from December 2-4, 2025.
4 min |
November 16-30, 2025
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Ingredients industry stands at transformative crossroads
The food ingredients industry, a cornerstone of the global food supply chain, is currently experiencing a significant transformation.
4 min |
November 16-30, 2025
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Export of bulk drugs grows over 8.3% in H1FY26
EXPORTS of bulk drugs and intermediates reported a growth of 8.33% in the first half of the current fiscal year on a YoY basis, reporting a trade surplus of almost $229 million for the period.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Global food ingredients market valued at over $74 bn
IN 2025, the global food industry finds itself at a crossroads — balancing innovation, health awareness, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
3 min |
November 16-30, 2025
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Ingredients market fuelled by ongoing innovation
THE market for food ingredients worldwide is a sizable and expanding industry that includes a variety of goods and uses. In 2023, the market for speciality food ingredients was valued at $101.9 billion.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Barentz' new distribution partnership with Chemian
BARENTZ has announced a new distribution partnership with Chemian Technology, best known for its Citrepel range of naturally based insect repellent active ingredients. Under this agreement, Barentz will distribute Chemian Technology's product range across the Asia Pacific region, effective immediately.
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November 16-30, 2025
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With right strategies, India could emerge as nutra powerhouse
NUTRACEUTICALS, a combination of “nutrition” and “pharmaceuticals,” are products that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. Nutraceuticals may be available in various forms, such as dietary supplements, functional foods, or beverages, and they contain bioactive compounds that are believed to have positive effects on human health.
4 min |
November 16-30, 2025
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Vegan - Key driver of change in global beauty industry
As consumers become more aware of ethical issues, sustainability concerns, and their own values, the beauty and personal care industry is going through a major change.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Strict monitoring, enforcement & consumer awareness key
SAFETY within the food and beverage industry is of paramount importance. As demand for high-quality products grows, it is important that attention is paid to managing risk, and production processes continue to operate safely.
3 min |
November 16-30, 2025
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Now, short duration certs for seasonal businesses
THE FSSAI has created a provision for granting short duration certificates to seasonal food businesses who do business during short events like religious fairs and food festivals.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Clariant celebrates Care expansion, ups position in China
MARKING a significant milestone in its Asian growth strategy, Clariant has unveiled its newly expanded state-of-the-art facilities at Daya Bay, China, following the completion of its strategic CHF 80-million investment, substantially boosts its manufacturing capabilities in one of its key growth markets.
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November 16-30, 2025
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API cos for policies like anti-dumping duties & MIP
THE Indian API (active pharmaceutical ingredient) companies are now facing the major challenge of continued dumping of APIs by China at unreasonably low prices.
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November 16-30, 2025
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Convenience food - Changing consumer dynamics, market expansion
THE convenience food market in India has witnessed significant growth and transformation in recent years.
4 min |
November 1-15, 2025
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FBOs told to remove word ORS from products
THE FSSAI has directed all Food Business Operators to remove the word “ORS” from their food products, whether used as a standalone term or in combination with any prefix/suffix or as part of the trademark with prefix/suffix in the product name.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Nanotech gradually ushering new era in cosmetics industry
THE beauty and cosmetic industry are changing from being a beauty enhancing market to a scientifically driven health-related field.
4 min |
November 1-15, 2025
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Where serious business and science converge
BANGKOK, Thailand is set to once again become the epicentre of global personal care innovation as in-cosmetics Asia prepares to host its 16th and biggest-ever edition at BITEC from November 4-6, 2025.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Cruelty-free cosmetics, no longer niche movement
THE Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act defines cosmetics as \"articles intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled, sprayed on, introduced into, or otherwise applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance\".
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November 1-15, 2025
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Adv fermentation can convert agri waste into cosmetic actives
The natural cosmetics industry is growing at an unprecedented rate. The global market is expected to grow from $52.4 billion in 2025 to $95.7 billion by 2035, which is a strong compound annual growth rate of 5.7%.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Raj HC: Make comprehensive stds for GM foods
THE Rajasthan High Court has asked the FSSAI to make comprehensive safety standards and regulatory mechanisms with respect to genetically modified (GM) foods for India.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Optimising the daily diet with nutrients and functional foods
INDIA, a country with rich culture and diversity, has varied food patterns in different regions.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Huge opportunities in generics, biologics and exports
THe therapeutic effects of medicines come from active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that make them up.
5 min |
November 1-15, 2025
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Ayush & herbal products imports grew 60% in Aug
IMPORTS of Ayush and herbal products have reported a growth of 60% during the month of August, 2025 compared to the same month of previous fiscal year.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Govt to introduce new Drugs Act in Parliament soon
THE draft of the Drugs, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Act, which has been on the cards for almost three years back to replace the existing Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, is expected to be presented in the Parliament during the upcoming winter season, according to an agency report.
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November 1-15, 2025
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API China strengthens its role as Asia's pharma powerhouse
API China, Asia's authoritative exhibition for pharmaceutical ingredients and manufacturing, will convene its 93rd edition at the Chongqing International Expo Centre from November 12 to 14, 2025.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Food ingredients (Fi) Europe 2025: The home of food ingredients
EUROPE'S leading event for the food & beverage ingredients industry, alternating between Frankfurt, Germany and Paris, France, is going to be back.
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November 1-15, 2025
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Summit showcases Codex leadership in harmonisation
THE third Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2025, hosted by India at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, brought together more than 3,500 delegates from 59 countries, underscoring India’s growing leadership in global food safety and regulatory collaboration.
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