This change will undoubtedly prevent 32 tons of polyethylene (PE) waste annually and reduce the packaging’s carbon footprint by 20%.
This innovative product is already registered in India and Brazil, with additional regulatory submissions underway in several other countries.
The European Commission said the tariffs were necessary to counteract “unfair trading practices” that jeopardised European producers’ viability and market share.
This clarification marks a turning point for hemp stakeholders, who have long struggled against the blanket assumption that all hemp contains cannabinoids such as THC and CBD, which can have psychoactive or drug-like effects.
Under Kenyan tax law, raw materials imported for animal feed manufacturing are considered taxable supplies but are subject to a 0% VAT rate.
DSM-Firmenich confirmed in early 2024 that it intends to carve out the ANH division by the end of 2025.
In parallel with the Enhanz launch, NutriQuest also unveiled AcidLyte during the World Pork Expo, a swine hydration and gut health product aimed at improving piglet vitality and resilience.
During the 25-year-old partnership, Novonesis was responsible for research, development and production, while dsm-firmenich managed distribution and sales.
Lesaffre is a leading player in fermentation and microbial solutions, while Zilor has deep roots in sugarcane processing, producing sugar, ethanol, renewable electricity, and natural ingredients for animal nutrition.
Jens Birgersson succeeds Dr Christian Kohlpaintner, who decided not to renew his contract and is stepping down from his position on August 31, 2025.