History will record 2021 as a difficult year for the 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), but it also marked some notable developments.

APIs, or Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, are crucial components of medications that deliver therapeutic effects. These are the biologically active components of medicine that allow it to function.

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened the significance of maintaining a healthy diet among many consumers in Asia. They are increasingly prioritizing food choices that reduce the risk of lifestyle diseases and bolster the body's immune system.

Klucel™ hydroxypropylcellulose (HPC) is a water-soluble cellulose ether with a remarkable combination of properties.

DKSH Philippines attended the ProPak Philippines 2023. It was a highly successful event that brought together industry professionals from all over the world to showcase their latest processing and packaging technologies.

Aqualon, a brand of sodium carboxymethylcellulose (CMC), has proven to be a popular ingredient in ophthalmic formulations due to its unique attributes.

Easter is a time that should remind us of celebration, fun, and special treats. Most confectioners, bakers, and people celebrating start the preparation for the festivities quite early. One of the first things made are the popular Easter treats such as hot cross buns, Easter cookies, and Easter candy.

In recent times, Asian Pacific markets have introduced various forms of public and private food upcycling initiatives in a bid to reduce food waste. Some are turning potatoes into plastic alternative products, while others are exploring using anaerobic digesters to generate heat and electricity for local communities.

Food and drink companies are now providing healthier options that meet dietary needs and preferences, and addressing mental health concerns is becoming more important. The 2023 food and beverage trend is expected to focus on stress relief and cognitive health, with new ingredients and formulations being explored to promote overall wellness. This trend is driven by the pandemic and increasing awareness of the link between mental and physical health.

A newly opened Japanese chocolate retail store turned to DKSH when it needed something special to entice consumers. The result was a customized chocolate product and a unique recipe developed at Condirama Japan, DKSH’s innovative confectionery training and development center in Yokohama, Japan.

As much as we are programmed to love sugar, we all know that when consumed in excess, it can negatively affect our health. The pandemic has also added to the shift in consumer behavior, with evidence that comorbidities such as obesity and diabetes could lead to more severe COVID-19 outcomes.

Amino acids serve as natural compounds in various industries and applications. We take a closer look at what amino acids are and their multiple uses across the pharmaceutical and food and beverage industry.