Japan animal testing: 13 major food and beverage manufacturers agree ban practice unless required by law 17-Oct-2018 By Tingmin Koe 13 Japanese companies have instituted policies that ban animal test following discussions with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA).
Kaneka gains EU novel food extension for liquorice extract 11-Sep-2015 By Eliot Beer Japanese supplier Kaneka has secured an extension for the Novel Food status of its liquorice extract Glavonoid, which is now approved for use in medical foods and energy-restricted diets.
Chr. Hansen wins landmark probiotics health claim in South Korea 18-Aug-2014 By Anne Bruce Bioscience company Chr. Hansen’s Urex product has become the first probiotic to win an approved health claim in South Korea.