From the European ban of titanium dioxide in 2022 to potential bans in multiple US states in 2023, titanium dioxide is under fire from almost all sides. Consumer advocacy groups and legal challenges continue to mount, despite a lack of scientific evidence to support any claims of health risks from the use of this ingredient in food and beverages.
The FDA and Health Canada have indicated that they do not intend to ban titanium dioxide without concrete scientific evidence to support risk claims, but many North American brands are proactively seeking clean label whitening and opacifying alternatives to appeal to concerned consumers anyway.
Sensient is and has always been on the side of science. Without evidence of adverse health impacts, we continue to believe titanium dioxide is safe for human and pet consumption at GRAS levels. However, we recognize a market need for clean label white solutions and we are here to help!
Titanium dioxide is a highly effective, relatively low-cost, extremely stable mineral-based colorant. There is no “silver bullet” single replacement for titanium dioxide across applications, so tailored solutions are needed. Sensient’s Avalanche™ portfolio has been in development for almost a decade in anticipation of this need.
Low Heat and Low Water Activity
Panned Confections, Topical Coatings, Compound Coatings, Frostings and Icings
Mid to High Heat and Extrusion,
Acidic Environment
Plant-Based Meat Analogues, Sauces, Gravies, Extruded Pet, Extruded Cereal, Plant-Based Cheese, Hard Candy, Bakery Fillings, Custards
High Water Activity
Drink Mixes, Dry Coffee Creamers, RTD Mixers, RTD Beverages, Dairy Beverages
High Water Activity
Beverage Concentrates, Syrups, RTD beverages, Dairy Beverages, Mayonnaises
Very High Heat, High Water Activity
Plant-Based Meat Analogues, Plant-Based Egg Analogues, Icings and Glazes, Puddings and Fillings, Cream-Based Canned Soup, Cheese Dip
We have added several new items to the Avalanche™ MB line! These solutions offer clean label whitening and opacity with a new mineral base from options previously available. This exciting extension is designed to reduce usage rates of Avalanche™ in finished goods and decrease an impact on pH shifting, as well as improve overall whitening and opacifying performance.
If you’ve never tried Avalanche™ in your applications, there’s never been a better time to dive in! Even if you’ve tried some Avalanche™ products before, it’s worth another look: These additions and other recent developments may be the clean label white fix you need.
The harshest processing conditions remain a challenge to overcome for clean label white and opacity. Applications with high water activity and high heat, such as retort, are still an area of focus where improvements are continually being evaluated. Our global R&D team remains hard at work to add new solutions, technologies, and sources every year to reduce cost-in-use for our customers and improve performance in food, beverage, and pet applications.
