MycoTechnology’s ClearHT natural flavor solution granted GRAS status by FEMA
This milestone aligns with the company’s mission to promote healthier food and beverages.
USA—MycoTechnology, an innovator and provider of food ingredients derived from fungi, has received Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for its new natural flavor from the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA).
According to the company ClearHT, a unique species of fungi discovered in the honey truffle will be used as a flavor with modifying properties (FMP) across a range of F&B applications.
It works well with flavors like citrus and caramel, and offers new ways to modulate sweetness, helping to address continued consumer demand for better-tasting, healthier products.
Sue Potter, Ph.D., VP, Global Regulatory Affairs at MycoTechnology, said, “Achieving FEMA GRAS status affirms the safety of ClearHT natural flavor and opens new opportunities in many regions. This is a significant milestone in our efforts to expand the availability of our ingredient solutions to global markets.”
Jordi Ferre, the CEO of MycoTechnology, expressed pride in the company’s latest innovation, ClearHT, a natural flavor that represents a transformative addition to their ingredient solutions.
He highlighted the team’s notable achievements in scaling up production, ensuring safety, and advancing application development, all of which have prepared the product for its commercial launch.
MycoTechnology names Jordi Ferre as CEO
Recently, the company named Jordi Ferre the chief executive officer. Ferre joins MycoTechnology with more than 30 years of general management experience in the global food, value-added ingredients and agri-tech industries.
Ferre said, “Based on its impressive technological developments to date and continuous innovation, MycoTechnology is ready to enter its next chapter of growth, bringing breakthrough natural solutions with a lasting impact.
“I am excited for the opportunity to accelerate the company’s expansion while strengthening both internal culture and global strategic partnerships.”
Ferre previously headed the global food division at HealthTech Bioactives, a global ingredient specialist that produces solutions for active pharmaceutical ingredients, taste modulation, functional health, and animal nutrition.
His other industry-relevant leadership positions include VP of sales and marketing, sucralose division at Tate & Lyle, and CEO of Alvinesa Natural Ingredients S.A., where he drove growth and innovation across sweeteners, colors, antioxidants and other natural ingredient markets.
Rob Case, the chairman of MycoTechnology’s Board of Directors, stated that Jordi Ferre’s vast commercial expertise in natural, value-added ingredients makes him an ideal leader to guide the company’s growth trajectory.
Case acknowledged Ferre’s capacity to spearhead advancements, particularly in developing and introducing innovative, naturally derived sugar reduction solutions.
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