- In August 2024, Foodchem, a leading player in the food ingredients sector, announced its participation in FISA 2024 in São Paulo, Brazil, showcasing innovative food ingredient solutions at booth D-95. This engagement strengthens Foodchem’s global footprint by enhancing brand visibility in Latin America and supporting its strategy to expand customer reach across emerging markets. The event is expected to boost demand for polyglycerol esters in food and beverage applications by promoting their role as natural, multifunctional emulsifiers
- In March 2024, Lonza completed the acquisition of Roche's Genentech biologics site in Vacaville, California, for USD 1.2 billion, with an additional USD 500 million investment planned for facility upgrades. This expansion significantly increases Lonza’s production capacity, enabling the company to meet rising demand for bio-based ingredients and pharmaceutical excipients, including polyglycerol esters. The acquisition positions Lonza to cater to evolving requirements in the pharmaceutical and personal care industries, reinforcing its role in supplying sustainable and high-quality specialty ingredients
- In November 2023, Palsgaard announced a strategic investment to expand its emulsifier production capacity in Denmark, with operations set to scale by 2025. The expansion directly benefits the North America Polyglycerol Esters Market by ensuring greater supply availability for global food manufacturers seeking natural emulsification solutions. By enhancing its production base, Palsgaard is addressing growing demand for clean-label and plant-derived emulsifiers, thereby strengthening its position as a key supplier in the food and personal care industries
- In October 2023, BASF presented its latest home care, I&I cleaning, and personal care solutions at the SEPAWA Congress in Berlin as part of its Care Chemicals Initiative Care 360° – Solutions for Sustainable Life. The initiative integrates sustainability, digitalization, and innovation into product development, highlighting BASF’s commitment to environmentally responsible chemical solutions. This directly supports the adoption of polyglycerol esters in sustainable formulations, aligning with global consumer trends toward eco-friendly and multifunctional ingredients
- In September 2023, Croda International unveiled new advancements in its bio-based ingredients portfolio at in-cosmetics Latin America, emphasizing multifunctional emulsifiers for personal care applications. The showcase highlighted the versatility of polyglycerol esters in enhancing texture, stability, and sensory benefits of cosmetic formulations. By expanding its product offering in Latin America, Croda is strengthening its regional market presence and addressing the rising demand for natural and sustainable ingredients in beauty and personal care
