Customers seeking growth opportunities in the non-GMO food and beverage space now have a versatile new lecithin solution. At IFT18 (Institute of Food Technologists, July 16-18), Bunge Loders Croklaan, the global business-to-business plant-based oils and fats business of Bunge (NYSE: BG), showcased BungeMaxx™ sunflower lecithin, a Non-GMO Project Verified ingredient with a range of benefits for food and beverages, including emulsification, crystallization control, and more.
“Non-GMO is more than a trend, with 39% of U.S. consumers saying non-GMO is an important claim they seek on foods and beverages at retail,” says Mark Stavro, senior director of marketing. “Our customers want to stay competitive in the non-GMO market, and sunflower lecithin is an excellent opportunity. According to AC Nielsen, non-GMO foods and beverages made with lecithin are a $4 billion market with 6% annual growth over the past three years.”