(Taiwan) Scrap imports fall by 7% -y-o-y in 2012

Taiwan imported 4.954 million tons of scraps in 2012, down by 7% from a year ago.

(Taiwan) Chung Hung Steel to lift prices for March

It’s reported that Chung Hung Steel, one of the major re-rollers in Taiwan announced to lift its domestic prices for hot rolled coils (HRC) by NT$1,000~NT$1,200/ton and cold rolled coils (CRC) by NT$1,000/ton for domestic sales in March.

FDA denies imports from unregistered facilities

US Customs sends a reminder that it will not allow food, beverage and dietary supplements shipments entry if FDA registration requirements have not been met under the FSMA.

Singapore to lead commodities trading in Asia

Major trends in snack production

Asians are constant snackers, and this is one reason that health problems such as obesity, diabetes and heart conditions are on the rise in the region. But given healthier options, consumers don't have to be stuck with high-calorie foods

Medical device MNCs need strategic ties

Major medical device firms need to cut costs and partner-up to crack emerging economies, says analyst

Colonoscopy reduces risk of advanced colorectal cancer

The results of a study – 70% reduction in risk for average-risk adults -- suggest that colonoscopy has the ability to effectively identify tumors in both the left and right side of the colon before they progress to an advanced stage

Halal ingredients on the menu at Pecan Deluxe

Pecan Deluxe Candy (Europe) is set to break into new markets in the UK and abroad after its Yorkshire site was given the seal of approval to produce Halal accredited products.

Krispy Kreme awards franchise development for Taiwan

The US doughnut retailer partners with Huan Hsin Co., Ltd to develop 10 franchise locations

Ashland Announces an Initiative for Probiotic Effects

Ashland Care Specialties recently announced Skin’s Ecology, an initiative in support of new products that help normalize microflora on the surface of skin.

Advice from RC Cola’s Moshy Cohen

How to get ahead of the challenges manufacturers and bottlers face in economically developing countries

Symrise Acquires Belmay

Symrise has just announced that the company has acquired the global fragrance business of the Belmay Group, which develops and manufactures fragrances and fragrance oils.