International Cellulosics Association

🎄🌟 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 🌟🎄 As the year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our members, partners, and supporters for their dedication and contributions to advancing sustainable solutions in food, feed, personal care, and beyond through cellulosics and its derivatives. This holiday season, we celebrate the spirit of innovation and collaboration that drives us all toward a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future. 🌱 May your holidays be filled with joy, warmth, and moments of reflection as we look forward to a new year of possibilities and progress together. 🌟 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! 🌟 From all of us at the International Cellulosics Association

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 📚 Interested in understanding more about the crucial role cellulose and its derivatives play across various industries? The International Cellulosics Association (ICA) is your go-to resource for detailed information on these vital ingredients. Representing producers of #cellulosederivatives used in #food, feed, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products, ICA offers a wealth of knowledge on how these natural ingredients are enhancing product safety, sustainability, and performance globally. Producers of cellulose derivatives are welcome to join ICA to contribute to industry standards and #innovation. By becoming a member, you can collaborate with industry leaders, participate in regulatory discussions, and stay ahead with the latest developments in cellulose technology. Explore more on our website and connect with industry experts to stay informed about the latest developments in cellulose technology. 🔗 Visit: https://lnkd.in/eHmygnDf 📧 Contact: Secretariat@icacellulosics.org

𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀: 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 🧐 Cellulose and cellulose derivatives might not be the most talked-about ingredients, but they are crucial to the functionality and quality of many products. When used in food, feed, pharmaceuticals, or personal care items, these ingredients must be listed on the product label. This #transparency ensures that consumers can see exactly what goes into the products they use, specifying the function and name of each ingredient. Next time you’re reading a #label, take a moment to look for #cellulose or its derivatives. Whether it’s providing structure to your favorite yogurt, stabilizing a medication, or thickening your toothpaste, these ingredients are hard at work behind the scenes, contributing to the safety, quality, and effectiveness of the products you rely on. 📝 View the list of molecules included in cellulose and cellulose derivatives here: https://lnkd.in/d4qMW4VX

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🏭 The journey of cellulose from its natural origin to a functional ingredient in everyday products is a testament to both the power of nature and the innovation of modern science. Cellulose is extracted from fibrous plant materials, which are then purified to produce high-quality edible fibers and water-soluble derivatives. These purified forms of cellulose are tailored to meet the specific needs of various applications, from thickening agents in food to stabilizers in pharmaceuticals. The production of cellulose derivatives involves intelligent modifications of natural cellulose, allowing these ingredients to offer new functionalities that are not present in the original material. This ability to transform natural resources into versatile and valuable ingredients showcases the potential of sustainable production processes in enhancing product performance across multiple industries. 📑 Read our brochure to learn more about cellulose, its derivatives, and multiple benefits: https://lnkd.in/dPK_y9bW #NaturalProcesses #IngredientInnovation #Cellulosics

𝗘𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 🔬 When it comes to the ingredients in our food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products, safety is non-negotiable. Cellulose and cellulose derivatives have undergone rigorous evaluation by global regulatory bodies, including the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the European Medicines Agency (EMA). These assessments confirm that cellulose and its derivatives are safe for use across food, feed, and pharmaceutical applications worldwide. Not only are these ingredients 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 and 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗮𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 in the human body, but they also contain no calories. Their long history of safe and effective use, coupled with continuous research and compliance with quality standards, ensures that they remain a trusted choice in countless products. The comprehensive safety evaluations by global authorities highlight the reliability and security of using cellulose and cellulose derivatives in various industries, reassuring both manufacturers and consumers alike. In Europe, ICA members are the 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 for this group of food and feed additives. EFSA's specifications and authorization are based on the data submitted by its members, thus becoming the de facto reference benchmark for any stakeholder using cellulosics. Are you a cellulosics manufacturer interested in joining our association? Click here: https://lnkd.in/d3ACRZ7h #SafetyFirst #RegulatoryCompliance #QualityAssurance #GlobalStandards

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗨𝘀𝗲𝗱? 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗠𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗕𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱! 🌱 You might not realize it, but cellulose and its derivatives are integral to many products you encounter daily. These versatile ingredients are used across a wide array of industries, including food, feed, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. In 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱, they help maintain consistency and improve the texture of items like yogurts, jams, and even vegetarian/vegan recipes. In 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝘀, they enhance patient compliance by improving the taste of tablets and ease of swallowing. In 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀, they act as thickeners and stabilizers, ensuring that your toothpaste has just the right consistency. Although these ingredients are not typically front and center on product labels, they are essential to the quality and performance of countless products. Understanding where and how cellulose and its derivatives are used helps us appreciate the science and innovation behind the everyday items we often take for granted. 💡 Click here to learn more about cellulosics and ICA: https://lnkd.in/dAgqCdiJ #Pharma #FoodIndustry #PersonalCare #FeedIndustry #ProductDevelopment

Understanding Cellulose and Cellulose Derivatives: A Key Ingredient in Everyday Life 🌿 Cellulose and its derivatives are fundamental ingredients of natural origin. As the primary component of plant cell walls, cellulose is the most abundant organic molecule on earth. While often working behind the scenes, these ingredients are crucial in a wide variety of products we use every day. Cellulose can be processed into edible fibers available in various forms like gels, crystals, and powders. Cellulose derivatives, on the other hand, represent a sophisticated modification of natural cellulose, adding new functionalities such as water solubility. These ingredients might not be sold directly to consumers, but they play vital roles in many products we rely on daily, from food to pharmaceuticals and beyond. 🔗 ICA represents the leading producers of cellulose and its derivatives, advocating for the safe, sustainable, and innovative use of these essential ingredients. Discover and join our association here: https://lnkd.in/d3ACRZ7h #Cellulose #FoodScience #Innovation

🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 We're thrilled to share that the European Food Safety Authority (#EFSA) has re-authorised our application for ethyl cellulose, methyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethyl cellulose as technological feed additives for all animal species! 🐾 The renewed endorsement from the EFSA Panel on Additives and Products used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) marks a significant milestone in our mission to provide safe and sustainable solutions in animal nutrition. This not only strengthens ICA’s members’ commitment to innovation, but also reinforces our dedication to upholding the highest standards of safety and efficacy in the industry. ICA members are the sole submitters for this group of additives. EFSA's specifications and authorisation are based on the data submitted by its members, thus becoming the de facto reference benchmark for any animal feed stakeholder using cellulosic feed additives. 🔗 Interested in joining us? ICA is open to and welcomes new members, please click here for additional information: https://lnkd.in/d3ACRZ7h We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone involved in this process and look forward to continuing our efforts to advance animal nutrition for a healthier world! 🌱 #EFSAApproved #AnimalNutrition #SustainableSolutions #InternationalCellulosicsAssociation

🌿 At the International Cellulosics Association (ICA), sustainability isn't just a buzzword—it's at the core of everything we do. ♻️ When it comes to cellulose derivatives, we prioritise environmental and social considerations throughout their lifecycle—from production to disposal. Here's how: 1️⃣  Renewable Resources: Cellulose, the primary component of cellulose derivatives, is sourced from renewable plant-based materials like wood pulp and cotton. By using renewable resources, we reduce our reliance on non-renewable fossil fuels and minimize environmental impact. 2️⃣  Certified Sustainable Sourcing: Our members ensure responsible sourcing practices by obtaining cellulose from certified sustainable forestry or as a by-product of cotton manufacturing. Certified forestry management supports sustainability along the entire supply chain. 3️⃣  Commitment to Certification: ICA members hold distinguished certifications from renowned organisations, underscoring our dedication to environmental stewardship, ethical practices, and sustainability. At ICA, sustainability isn't just a target—it's our commitment. Together, we're shaping a greener, more sustainable future. 🌱 Learn more on our website: https://lnkd.in/eHmygnDf #Sustainability #CelluloseDerivatives #EnvironmentalStewardship #InternationalCellulosicsAssociation