Kemin Industries published a free webinar for professionals in the food industry. “Cleaner Approach to Extending Shelf Life” teaches viewers how the oxidation process impacts the color, flavor and shelf life of foods. In the webinar, Kemin Food Technologies experts discuss a variety of effective solutions—from process and packaging to functional ingredients.

Kemin Food Technologies experts will be available at Booth #5240 to discuss the latest antioxidant solutions to help manufacturers achieve “claim-ability” in their bakery and snack products by using consumer-friendly, clean-label ingredients.

“This video is designed to help snack food manufacturers understand the impact of oxidation on their products,” says Courtney Schwartz, marketing director, Kemin Food Technologies. “Antioxidants play an important role in formulations, delaying the onset of oxidation and lengthening product shelf life.” 

The digital slider tool allows formulators to select the desired number of Oxidative Stability Index (OSI) hours, then provides shelf-life calculations for various fats and oils. This enables manufacturers to determine the ideal oil and antioxidant solution combination they need to meet cost targets and shelf-life goals.

The video animates the oxidation process as Kemin experts discuss why meat and poultry products lose their color and flavor. “Antioxidants in Action” showcases how traditional antioxidant and plant extract solutions delay the onset of lipid oxidation, keeping meat and poultry products safer and more appealing with a longer shelf life.

The webinar provides valuable insights on how brand loyalty, consumer purchasing trends and consumer perception are related—and how they impact viewers’ existing bakery and snack products. Combining an informative overview along with pertinent detail, the webinar serves as an introduction to the effects oxidation and reformulation can have on existing brand products.

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