Royal DSM, the "purpose-led, science-based company active in nutrition, health, and sustainable living," recently introduced the new Maxavor® Fish YE, a new vegan, 100% allergen-free flavor solution that meets the growing appetite for vegan fish flavors.
The Royal DSM Maxavor® Fish YE is derived from algal oil and replicates an authentic fish taste and mouthfeel. The new solution can be used in a variety of plant-based fish alternative applications as well as fish-based products. The new offering is available in various "fish varieties" including one for rich, dark fish and another for fresh, white fish.
Gilbert Verschelling, Director of Business Development & Innovation at DSM, commented on the launch, "The market for plant-based fish alternatives is showing exciting potential, and DSM is proud to be at the forefront of the industry as we introduce the innovative Maxavor® Fish YE flavor. Part of DSM’s broad portfolio of plant-based solutions and Maxavor® range of vegan flavors, this unique, algal oil-derived flavor will undoubtedly help our customers create great-tasting, label-friendly plant-based fish alternatives and fish-based products that meet diverse consumer preferences and that help combat overfishing in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goal 14 ‘Life Below Water.’"
Allergen-Free Vegan Fish Flavors
Royal DSM Introduces Maxavor® Fish YE, Derived from Algal Oil
Trend Themes
1. Algal Oil-derived Flavors - Companies can develop more vegan and allergen-free flavors derived from algal oil, expanding the options for plant-based and vegan alternatives.
2. Plant-based Seafood Alternatives - As consumers seek healthier and more sustainable options, companies can create more innovative and authentic-tasting alternatives to seafood using plant-based ingredients.
3. Sustainable Flavor Production - Companies can explore more sustainable methods of developing flavors, such as using algal oil and other plant-based sources, to reduce the environmental impact of food production.
Industry Implications
1. Flavor and Fragrance Manufacturing - Manufacturers can develop new flavors and fragrances derived from plant-based sources that meet the growing demand for vegan and allergy-free options.
2. Plant-based Food Manufacturing - Food manufacturers can create more innovative and authentic-tasting plant-based seafood alternatives using flavors derived from algal oil and other plant-based sources.
3. Sustainable Food Production - Industry players can explore sustainable methods of food production, such as using plant-based ingredients and reducing overfishing, to meet the growing demand for environmentally-friendly food options.