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Maple Chemicals
May 2019
The importance of supplying raw materials in the food industry
The importance of supplying raw materials in the food industry Raw materials are essential for the food and beverage industry. The overall industry supply chain includes food processing, packaging, and distribution. Sourcing raw materials for the food and beverage industry can be challenging due to several reasons. Most food manufacturers today don’t source every ingredient locally1. Food raw materials are notoriously perishable1. There is a constant fluctuation in the prices of raw materials used in the production of food...
Getting to know the 4 raw materials in the confectionery and food industry
CMC Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) or cellulose gum is a cellulose derivative with carboxymethyl groups (-CH2-COOH) bound to some of the hydroxyl groups of the glucopyranose monomers that make up the cellulose backbone. The main raw material of CMC is refined cotton and wood pulp. It can easily dissolve in cold and hot water and has a maximum yield, making it the most widely and conveniently used among all cellulose products. CMC is used in a variety of industries such as...
Getting to know the 4 raw materials in the cosmetics industry
IPM Isopropyl myristate (IPM) is an ester of myristic acid that is used as an oil component in pharmaceutical products. It can be used as a solubilizer in creams, lotions and aerosols. IPM is a fast-spreading emulsifier that has moisturizing properties. Isopropyl myristate (IPM) is used as a cosmetic ingredient in many personal care products such as lotions, creams, and hair conditioners. It is also used as a lubricant in medical devices. IPM is used as a solvent for various active...