- In June 2024, Tate & Lyle PLC introduced an upgraded STA-LITE® Polydextrose variant at the IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo, featuring enhanced prebiotic properties. This formulation improves solubility and taste neutrality, making it ideal for gut-health-focused functional foods, including beverages and snacks. The innovation aligns with rising consumer demand for digestive health solutions, reinforcing Tate & Lyle’s leadership in the global polydextrose market
- In April 2023, Tate & Lyle PLC introduced an enhanced version of STA-LITE® Polydextrose, specifically tailored for the Asia-Pacific market. This upgraded formulation improves solubility and flavor-masking properties, catering to the rising demand for low-calorie, high-fiber functional foods. STA-LITE® Polydextrose supports sugar reduction while maintaining texture and mouthfeel, making it ideal for beverages, dairy, and bakery applications. The launch reinforces Tate & Lyle’s leadership in the global polydextrose market, addressing consumer preferences for healthier food options
- In March 2023, BioSyent Inc. launched FeraMAX® Pd Maintenance 45, a polydextrose-iron complex (PDIC) supplement designed to prevent iron deficiency and maintain healthy iron levels. This product is the third in the FeraMAX® Pd family, featuring 45 mg of elemental iron, 1,000 mcg of vitamin B12, and 75 mg of vitamin C, supporting red blood cell formation and immune health. The launch reinforces BioSyent’s commitment to women’s health, addressing iron deficiency risks
- In November 2021, Plexus Worldwide introduced Plexus Slim Hunger Control, a polydextrose-based supplement designed to curb cravings and support weight loss. This formulation enhances satiety by stimulating GLP-1 hormone production, helping consumers feel fuller for longer. It features green coffee bean extract to aid glucose metabolism and chromium polynicotinate for blood sugar regulation. Available in three flavors, the product is gluten-free, vegan, and non-GMO
- In September 2021, Cargill inaugurated a corn wet mill in Pandaan, Indonesia, investing USD 100 million to meet growing demand for starches, sweeteners, and feed ingredients in Asia and Indonesia. The facility enhances local production capacity, reducing reliance on imported corn starches while supporting Indonesia’s food and beverage industry. The investment aligns with Cargill’s broader strategy to strengthen ingredient supply chains, potentially benefiting polydextrose-based formulations
