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CONTENTS 6 NEWS

SIN List to set a new standard for sustainable chemicals

Cost-cutting measures see Evonik thrive in tough times

Africa’s first luxury e-commerce platform goes live

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9 INDUSTRY TALK

The challenge of managing pharma residue in water supplies

12 EVENTS

CTFA secures expert speakers for cosmetics industry summit

Organic and natural expo to debut in Africa

New company driven to change the local packaging scene

14 ETHNIC CARE

Croda innovates with new emulsifying and conditioning system

Seven essential steps to manage textured hair

Prevent hair loss with Follicusan DP

20 PERSONAL CARE

Azelis aquires Orkila to boost its growth in Africa

Amino acid based chemistries for skin cleansing

24 PHARMA FOCUS:

CAMs & HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS

Hersol flourishes as a specialist CAMs manufacturer

Functional ingredients for health supplements

27 Home Care

Resource-friendly builder technology for detergents

ChemSystems cleans up the laundry care category

16 Seven essential steps to manage textured hair

30 PACKAGING

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Functional ingredients true to nature

The benefits of digital label roll printing

24

A specialist in manufacturing complementary medicines

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PHARMACEUTICAL & COSMETIC REVIEW AFRICA

FROM THE EDITOR

A targeted approach is key

T

he imperatives for consumer

formulations and novel ingredients for the

companies to succeed in Africa,

African market. Interesting reads include

such as adopting a city based

KahlWax’s discussion on the rise of hair

approach, getting credit for value,

essences in the average consumer’s

tailoring offerings to regional demands

hair care regimen and CLR Berlin’s

and creating a bespoke route to market

approach to effectively prevent hair loss

model, are as relevant as ever. McKinsey

associated with Alopecia diffusa and

& Company originally suggested these

Alopecia androgenetica.

requirements more than 10 years ago, when

Our pharma focus in this edition is

international businesses started looking to

centred on complementary medicines and

the continent for growth.

health supplements. Turn to page 24 to

Although consumer spending slowed

find out more about Hersol Manufacturing

between 2014 and 2016, various signs

Laboratories and Afriplex, which specialise in

point towards its improvement. According

developing and producing these products

to a 2019 Nielsen report entitled For Better

for the African market.

or Worse: How African and Middle East

While eco-friendly detergents aren’t

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Consumer Spending is Evolving? the largest

necessarily in demand in Africa, resource

proportion of consumers in Africa and the

friendly solutions are most certainly on

Middle East regions (50 percent) indicate

everyone’s radar. For manufacturers looking

the amount they spend on groceries has

for technologies that can reduce their water

increased over the past five years. While

and energy usage during production, our

PUBLISHING TEAM

consumers are often cost-conscious and

home care feature on page 27 showcases

General Manager: Dev Naidoo

look for bargains, they are willing to pay a

solutions from Lubrizol and ChemSystems

premium for certain categories.

proven to do just that.

Publishing Manager: Natalie Da Silva +27 (0)11 877 6281 natalie.dasilva@newmedia.co.za

Azelis is the latest multinational business

On behalf of all of us here at P&C Africa,

from the personal care industry to take

I’d like to thank the industry, our readers

notice of the growth potential in Africa.

and advertisers for their continued support

Earlier this year, it entered into a deal to

in 2019. We hope you have a good break

acquire 100 percent of Orkila to become a

during the festive season, stay safe and

leading distributor of speciality chemicals in

enjoy the read!

Africa. Orkila has the regional representation Azelis requires to make it big on the continent while Azelis’ innovation and formulation potential will support pharma, and home and personal care brands and manufacturers to develop targeted solutions

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NEWS

ALPLA CONSOLIDATES ITS PHARMA EXPERTISE THE INTERNATIONAL PLASTIC packaging

The group was previously known mainly for its

specialist is combining its expertise and services

customised packaging solutions. ‘In the pharma

under 16 CFR § 1700.20 and ISO 8317 for childproof

for customers in the pharma industry under the

industry, however, standardised products play a large

packaging for bottles ranging from 30mℓ to 1.5ℓ.

ALPLApharma brand name.

role,’ explains Knes.

With acquisitions in south-eastern Europe and

straightforward assembly. The new closure is certified

The improved manufacturing process reduces

The current product portfolio ranges from bottles for

material consumption by 25 percent, achieving a saving

Africa in previous years, Alpla has done more than just

liquids and solids and containers for tablets and pills to

with an excellent price-performance ratio and it protects

strengthen its presence in these regions. Thanks to

closures and dispensing systems – especially eyedroppers

resources. For the consumer, nothing changes – CRC

the new locations, this family run company based in

and nasal sprays – as well as devices for administering

justONE works like any other child-resistant closure and

Austria now has access to decades of experience in

medication with and without measuring functionality.

its product safety promise is just as reliable. •

the pharma packaging market. This expertise and all

Alpla is also hoping to excel in the pharma market

services for pharma customers will now be combined

with its custom-made designs.

into ALPLApharma, a brand of the group, and not an

At CPhI Worldwide in Frankfurt, from 5 to 7 November,

independent legal entity.

ALPLApharma presented CRC justONE – an exceptionally

‘ALPLApharma is more than just a marketing

light, childproof closure. There are normally three

strategy,’ asserts Walter Knes, global sales director

parts to a childproof closure with a tamper-evident

closure systems, injected parts and pharma at Alpla.

band, which is only opened by simultaneously pushing

‘We are consolidating all our previous work for pharma

and turning the closure. These parts are produced in

customers under this brand. This combines the specific

three separate production steps and then assembled.

expertise available to us through our new locations

ALPLApharma has streamlined this production process

with all of our services, knowledge and globally

for a significantly more efficient workflow. All parts

applicable standards.’

are manufactured in one injection moulding step with

In accordance with ISO 7, packaging from ALPLApharma is produced in cleanrooms like this one located at the Alpla plant in Greece

Evonik thrives despite ongoing global economic issues

CHEMSEC AIMS TO SET A NEW STANDARD FOR SUSTAINABLE CHEMICALS

THE GLOBAL PRODUCER of ingredients is sticking to its full-year earnings outlook despite global economic challenges. Evonik expects adjusted EBITDA to remain at least stable compared to last year. Sales are now expected to be slightly lower than the previous year because of lower demand. But Evonik had expected sales to remain stable.

CHEMICAL SPECIALIST ORGANISATION, ChemSec

Excluding the divested Methacrylates business, in 2018 the company

reveals the latest additions of industrial chemicals

called “forever chemicals” since they do not break

on its so-called ‘SIN List’ – a compilation of over

down in nature. Even though the debate is ongoing

900 toxic chemicals that should be avoided in the

on exactly how to regulate these substances, smart

and additional contingency measures for a cooling global economy,’

global supply chain. Followed by many brands,

manufacturers should already begin to phase them

says Christian Kullmann, chairman of Evonik’s executive board. ‘We

chemical producers and manufacturers – as well

out,’ says Dr Anna Lennquist, project manager for

are being very proactive to ensure we meet our full-year outlook.’ The

as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, UNEP and

the SIN List at ChemSec.

2018 initiated efficiency program to reduce administrative and selling

other influential bodies – ChemSec’s latest additions

Nanomaterials have also made it onto the

generated sales of €13.3 billion and adjusted EBITDA of €2.15 billion.

‘We prepared ourselves at an early stage with stricter cost discipline

expenses by €200 million annually has been accelerated. By end of this

are expected to set a new standard for sustainable

SINList. Engineered nanoforms are legally covered

year, Evonik will achieve saving of €120 million, €20 million more than

chemicals management.

by REACH, but so far, the focus has been on

originally planned. A further €20 million will be saved with additional

establishing definitions for registration requirements.

contingency measures such as delaying new hires and more restrictive

dental floss, cooking pans, food packaging and

Meanwhile, brands and manufacturers have been

expenditure on external services. The global economic slowdown

water-resistant clothes are among the chemicals

uncertain on how to approach hazard management

continued to impact Evonik’s performance in the third quarter. From

pinpointed. Currently there are several thousand

of nanomaterials.

July to September, sales fell three percent to €3.23 billion due to lower

Perfluorinated chemicals, or PFAS, used in

different PFAS in use worldwide. Many of them

The SIN List now includes carbon nanotubes,

volumes and selling prices. Adjusted EBITDA fell six percent year on year

belong to a newly recognised category of

one of the more well-studied nanomaterials. First

chemicals identified as persistent, mobile and toxic

engineered in the ’90s, they are used to make

chemicals (PMTs). Due to their specific properties

durable, lightweight materials, for electrical

€1.14 billion in the third

and heavy industrial use, these substances are

conductivity, as a super black pigment and for

quarter and Performance

now widespread in global groundwater and

water purification.

Materials sales

drinking water.

‘These chemicals have managed to escape

‘Until now, the debate about the safety of

to €543 million.

In its Nutrition & Care segment sales declined two percent to

decreased 20 percent in

nano has focused on the need for more research.

the third quarter to

regulation as they do not exactly match current

However, this is a perfect example of where there is

€475 million, compared

legal criteria. The most well-known chemicals in

enough science to say that these materials should

to the same quarter in

this category are the fluorinated compounds, often

not be used,’ Dr Lennquist concludes. •

the previous year. •

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NEWS

NEW ROUTE TO AFRICA FOR LUXURY GLOBAL BRANDS LOUIS XIII, DAVID MORRIS, Yoko London, Montegrappa, Boadicea and Stephen Webster are just a some of the international brands already signed up to Lux Afrique Boutique (LAB), the online shopping website www.luxafrique.boutique.

This is the first luxury e-commerce platform that offers VIP clients an opportunity to purchase and take delivery of extravagant international goods anywhere in Africa.

Luxury brands have traditionally been associated with developed nations and, as a result of this, it became common practice for both ultra-high net worth (UHNW) and high net worth (HNW) brands of African nations to dominate wellknown international luxury retailers such as Harrods, Saks, Harvey Nicholls and other respected retailers. Subsequently, with the growing trend of e-commerce, high-end retailers entered the same market. For example, Net-A-Porter first made

With the rise of new forms of commerce linked to the digital economy, Alexander Amosu says LAB is better placed to meet consumer demand in Africa

its appearance in 2000 and firmly solidified itself as one of the market leaders in Europe for online luxury brands. This too can be said for FarFetched in Asia Pacific

Luxury brands will continue to capture the imagination of African consumers

and for Nordstrom in North and South America. Yet a market leader for Africa

and set trends on the continent, even in an environment of dynamic economic and

remains to be established.

financial conditions, typical of emerging markets. The global luxury market is also

The expertise of Lux Afrique has a clear benefit and advantage to partnering

looking to reach untapped markets, especially in Africa, and LAB already offers a

brands. The online shopping platform offers its HNW clients across the continent

selection of luxury products that correspond with current trends and are aligned with

an opportunity to shop at the same prices as retail outlets in Paris, London or Milan,

HNW customers’ expectations. Although the site is currently only stocks high end

from the comfort of their homes.

alcoholic beverages, home and tech products, it will expand into grooming, fashion

Alexander Amosu, LAB CEO, states: ‘We already have great experience with the

and other luxury FMCG goods.

requirements of the African HNW market. Essentially, African luxury consumers now

‘Through our client base, LAB can support the growth of its luxury brand partners

have a company they can rely on to deliver all their favourite luxury brands to their

on the African continent, in any market where they wish to strengthen their presence,’

homes or offices, anywhere on the continent.’

Amosu adds. •

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INDUSTRY TALK

The challenge of managing pharmaceuticals in water Residues of pharmaceuticals have been detected in surface water and groundwater across the globe.

A report released by the OECD calls for a better understanding of the effects, greater international collaboration and accountability distribution, and policy actions to prevent and remedy emerging concerns.

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harmaceuticals are an important

Those of greatest concern include

rises with ageing populations, advances in

element of medical and veterinary

hormones, painkillers and antidepressants.

healthcare, rising meat and fish production,

practice, and their beneficial

Concerns over rising antibiotic content in

and as emerging countries increasingly

effects on human and animal

wastewater fuelling the spread of drug-

administer antibiotics to livestock.

health, food production and economic

resistant microbes have been raised at

welfare are widely acknowledged. Yet an

G20 level.

PROBLEMATIC FOR AFRICA’S WATER

area lacking in common understanding is

Pharmaceutical residues can enter the

what happens when pharmaceuticals are

environment during the manufacture, use

30 pharmaceuticals have been detected

constantly discharged into the environment,

and disposal of medicines. When humans

in Nigeria and South Africa’s surface water,

through manufacturing, consumption and

and animals ingest medicines, between 30

groundwater, tap water, and/or drinking

excretion, and the improper disposal of unused or expired products.

A new OECD report entitled Pharmaceutical Residues in Freshwater: Hazards and Policy Responses warns that too little is being done to prevent pharmaceutical residues seeping into soil, water supplies, freshwater ecosystems and the food

and 90 percent of the ingredients are

DID YOU KNOW?

excreted as active substances into the sewage system or

Pharma manufacturing facilities the environment. Some have been shown to release APIs medicines are thrown into nearby streams and can be important pollution hotspots in away unused and end the areas in which they operate.1 Extremely high pharmaceutical up in landfill, or they concentrations, in the order of are disposed of in the mg/L have been detected in some industrial effluents and bathroom and end up in recipient streams in India, China, the USA, Korea sewer systems. and Israel.2

chain, and to assess the potential

In the US, an estimated one

third of the four billion medicines

The OECD report shows that between 11 and

water. In the Ivory Coast and Kenya, the number of pharmaceuticals detected is between four and 10, and in Zimbabwe and Ghana it’s between one and three.

The following recommendations to governments are made in the report: • increase monitoring and reporting of pharmaceutical residues in the environment • consider environmental risks in the authorisation of pharmaceuticals • provide incentives to design

risks. The author of the report, Hannah

prescribed each year ends up as waste.

Leckie, OECD environmental directorate,

Conventional wastewater treatment

says pharma residues, such as hormones,

plants are not designed to remove

antidepressants and antibiotics, have been

pharmaceuticals, and water resources are

the environment, by using public

detected in surface water and groundwater

not systematically monitored for residues.

procurement to demand high standards

across the globe. High levels of these

Because pharmaceuticals are

pharmaceuticals that do not accumulate in or harm the environment • reduce pharmaceuticals entering

from manufacturers, or with ‘take-back’

residues have been found downstream

intentionally designed to interact with

of pharmaceutical manufacturing plants,

living organisms at low doses, even low

and conventional wastewater treatment

concentrations in the environment can have

• raise awareness among the

plants are not designed to remove

unintended, negative impacts on freshwater

public, doctors and vets to reduce

pharmaceuticals in wastewater. Veterinary

ecosystems. For example, active substances

pharmaceutical residues from agriculture

in oral contraceptives have caused the

and aquaculture can enter water bodies

feminisation of fish and amphibians;

without any treatment.

psychiatric drugs, such as fluoxetine, alter

The full report and policy highlights are

The report also reveals the vast majority

systems to return unused or expired medicines for safe disposal

excessive consumption • upgrade wastewater treatment plants with technology to remove pharmaceuticals.

fish behaviour making them less risk-averse

available for free download on the OECD

of the roughly 2 000 active pharmaceutical

and vulnerable to predators; and the

website. There is also a webinar on YouTube

ingredients (APIs) currently used in human

over-use and discharge of antibiotics to

featuring Leckie and Bob Diderich of the

and veterinary pharma products have

water bodies exacerbates the problem of

Environment Directorate, who present the

never been evaluated for environmental

antimicrobial resistance. The latter has been

key findings of the report, and how policy

risks. Several dozen new APIs are typically

declared by the World Health Organization

makers and other stakeholders can take

approved for use each year.

as an urgent, global health crisis projected

action to reduce the risks. Visit https://bit.

to cause more deaths globally than cancer

ly/2qFUUk3 to watch the webinar. •

A CHALLENGE TO MANAGE A study cited in the report estimates

by 2050.

Unless adequate measures are taken

10 percent of pharmaceuticals have the

to manage the risks, the situation is set

potential to cause environmental harm.

to worsen as the use of pharmaceuticals

REFERENCES 1. Weber et al., 2014[3]; Larsson, de Pedro and Paxeus, 2007[19] 2. Larsson, 2014[12]

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COMPANY FOCUS

New company driven to change the local packaging scene

Based in South Africa, Floraison Cosmetic Packaging was established in November 2018. The company is proud to work with manufacturers and leaders in the African cosmetics industry, which have won awards for their packaging and skin care products.

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loraison offers the most

largest supplier of airless cosmetics

fashionable, trending and innovative

comprehensive range of the

packaging in South Africa. Its vision is

packaging components waiting to

latest and trending quality

to expand even further and become

be released.

airless bottles, from silver

the biggest customised cosmetics

wrapped and double wall enclosures to fully customised colours and textures. The company strives for excellence to elevate the business of its clientele.

Within a threemonth period of being established,

packaging company by 2020,

DID YOU KNOW?

managed to supply about

quality of its products.

The company makes

of 20 or more boxes of packaging components.

A ONE STOP SOLUTION The company strives for optimal work efficiency to ensure customer satisfaction. With two directors and a brilliant team working towards one vision, Floraison delivers on its promise. It provides customers with the quickest and highest quality service guaranteed as a result of its experience and mobility.

‘We are not just another packaging company,’ says Chanhee Lee, co-

300 customers on the African

Once an order is confirmed, Floraison

director of Floraison. ‘The service we

continent and its number of clientele

promises it will be ready for dispatch

provide is specialised and pinpoints

continues to grow.

within 12 hours.

the exact design and combination

By March 2019, Floraison had expanded its product offering as the

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Floraison reassures it will have it.

leading by design and in the

Airless packaging is ideal great promises in to protect sensitive products terms of its service such as skin care and facial delivery. Its clientele creams, serums and foundations. doesn’t need to wait Because the technology prevents formulations from exposure for days or weeks, to air, it’s become a standard whether its samples in both the masstige that are needed, a and prestige quotation or an order beauty categories.

the company has

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Its agents across the world provide the company with the latest

of styles, quality and colours the customer needs. In order to achieve

COMPANY FOCUS

INDUSTRY GAME CHANGER

‘Some of the most novel natural

Floraison is driven by innovation. The

raw materials and ingredients are

company provides the latest game

produced in Africa while the quality

changing packaging that stands out

of skin care products manufactured

on shelf and promises speed of service

in Africa is increasing daily. There’s

and guaranteed quality.

no reason why African brand

ONCE AN ORDER IS CONFIRMED, FLORAISON PROMISES IT WILL BE READY FOR DISPATCH WITHIN 12 HOURS ‘We are trend setters in the cosmetics packaging market. With the largest range of airless bottles on the South African market, we provide a one stop shop experience tailored to customers’ needs,’ Lee comments.

The company also aims to achieve this, we have dedicated departments

market share in the African market,

for each requirement, from sales and

taking its products cross border.

marketing to designers and worldwide sourcing agents. We provide a one stop total packaging solution to cater to the customers’ needs.’

Floraison provides the packaging components, coordinates the design and advises on the best marketing solution to make the product shine.

With the skills and experience of its team, the company believes it can raise the standard of packaging in the South African cosmeceutical market.

‘The quality of our packaging is undoubtedly validated through the standards set by the calibre of our clientele. We provide globally trending

owners and manufacturers should have to package their formulations in common, cheap looking containers. With our world-class packaging, Floraison provides international aesthetic appeal,’ says Kim. Although Floraison is a new company, both Lee and Kim agree, it has a long-term vision to succeed.

‘It is our number one priority to grow together with our clients to ensure a sustainable future for everyone. By consistently adapting to international packaging trends and developments, we aim to provide a quality service and quick turnaround of the latest and most innovative packaging components on the market,’ they say.

‘At Floraison, our goal is to become an industry leader in cosmetics packaging solutions. We are here to change the packaging scene in South Africa.’•

packaging equipped with state of the art airless technology,' adds Ryan Kim, who is also a co-director of Floraison. Not only it look enticing, it’s also hygienic. Another plus point of our airless dispensers is 98 percent of the formulation packed in the

Floraison Cosmetic Packaging – www.floraison.net @Floraison Cosmetic Packaging @floraisonsa

chamber gets dispensed,’

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EVENTS

Expert speakers to present at CTFA industry summit The Cosmetic Industry Summit: Breaking Barriers in Africa will take place. The CTFA has secured leading international and local experts to speak at the summit.

O

rganised by the Cosmetic, Association on behalf of the South African cosmetics

industry, the inaugural summit involves a partnership with the Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa (IDC). It has also received support from Department of Trade

market entry and expansion, speaking

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Toiletry & Fragrance

on barriers to trade from a business

The summit is expected to be attended by delegates from countries across the African continent, providing an excellent opportunity for networking. If you are interested in registering for the summit, please visit www.ctfa.co.za for more info.

Union, speaking on barriers to trade from a trade and legislative perspective.

On day two of the summit, one of the panel discussions will focus on possible convergence solutions in terms of harmonisation and breaking barriers in

and Industry (dti) and

Africa, facilitated by Ian Patterson, CEO,

the greater cosmetics

Richard Sad iki of SAB S

perspective • Brian Mureverwi, trade advisor, dti African

industry. The summit will

Cosmetics Europe in Belgium. Dr Renner will

strategist and strategic change facilitator,

take place at the IDC

share a regulatory overview, trends analysis

SMC Group.

Conference Centre in

and discussion on the synergies between

The speakers featured in this panel

Sandton in Joburg, South

Europe, America, China and Asia.

discussion include:

Africa, where presenters and panel discussions

• Richard Sadiki,

PANEL DISCUSSIONS

SABS international

A large portion of the

relations specialist

stimulate harmonisation and ease trade

programme is centred on

(SADCSTAN and

within the African continent.

panel discussions, featuring

ARSO), speaking

industry experts from Africa

on harmonisation

and abroad.

through standards

will deliberate ways to

KEYNOTE ADDRESSES After an official welcome from the chairperson of the CTFA, the summit will kick off with a keynote presentation entitled ‘Spotlight on Africa Trade

On day one of the Xol iswa Jaf ta, IDC ’s sen ior econom ist

summit, one of the panel discussions will focus on barriers to trade in Africa.

for optimal trade • Dr Renner, speaking

Dr Gerald Renner, Cosmetics Europe

about the practicalities of globally harmonised

Risk’. This will be followed by a statistical

Members of the panel include:

regulations/standards

overview by a research analyst at

• Xoliswa Jafta, IDC’s senior economist:

• a representative from the AfCFTA

Euromonitor International, of the beauty

economic research and information

and personal care sectors on the

department, speaking on barriers to trade

African continent.

from an economic perspective

The keynote speaker confirmed for day

• Charles Azuka, head of global product

two of the seminar is Dr Gerald Renner,

stewardship, P&G sub-Saharan Africa:

director of technical regulatory affairs at

regulatory, human safety, clinical,

Committee discussing the future role of AfCFTA in the African Convergence • a representative from the South African National Department of Health, discussing South Africa in the African convergence. •

COSMETICS INDUSTRY SUMMIT - 13 & 14 May 2020 “Breaking Barriers in Africa” IDC, 19 Fredman Drive, Sandown, Sandton • • • • • •

Bringing together leaders from business and government Stimulating ‘harmonisation’ across the African continent Easing trade within the African continent Local & International presenters Regulatory framework in various African countries Global best practice in the cosmetic and personal care industry

www.ctfa.co.za

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EVENTS

Organic and natural expo comes to Africa The continent is about to catch up with the worldwide demand for organic and natural products with an expo scheduled for May 2020 in Johannesburg, South Africa

W

hilst these sectors overseas

role players including the South African

beverages; organic gardening; vegan,

are serviced by numerous

Organic Sector Organisation (SAOSA),

vegetarian, halaal and kosher goods;

and increasingly successful

the Health Products Association (HPA),

health foods and dietary supplements,

trade and consumer events

Organic Assurance Organisation PGS,

food supplements and nutrition; and

there has, until now, been no platform

the Cosmetic Export Promotion Council of

cosmetics and hygiene products.

locally that allows both the trade and

South Africa (CECOSA), the South African

consumers to view the latest trends in

National Halaal Authority (SAWHA) and

nascent suppliers into these industries

natural and organic ingredients, products

the Slow Food (South African Chapter),

are currently SMEs with limited resources,

and services.

with more endorsements in the pipeline.

the organisers have tailored stand sizes,

Designed as a hybrid event that caters

Cognisant of the fact that many

THE ORGANIC AND NATURAL PRODUCTS EXPO IS SET TO SHOWCASE LOCAL AND OVERSEAS MANUFACTURERS, SUPPLIERS, IMPORTERS AND EXPORTERS

to trade buyers while allowing retail sales directly to consumers, the Organic and Natural Products Expo is set to showcase local and overseas manufacturers, suppliers, importers and exporters. Inward

DIVERSE GOODS AND SERVICES

price and availability to suit all pockets.

buying missions from overseas are also

Taking place from 8 to 10 May at

Participating associations will also be

being orchestrated. ‘We have had an

The Deck at Wanderers Stadium,

hosting pavilions for their members at

incredibly positive response to date,’ says

Johannesburg, the Organic and

reduced rates.

John Thomson of South African Trade

Natural Products Expo will encompass

Promotions, the organiser of the exhibition.

ingredients and raw materials; beauty

Natural Products Expo or to book your

and personal care products; household

stand, send an e-mail to John.t@satp.

products; organic and natural foods and

co.za for more information. •

The event has garnered the support of many influential industry bodies and

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Proudly developed and tested in Africa In line with market demands to formulate more conditioning and nourishing hair care products, Croda has introduced Crodafos CES. This entirely new emulsifying and conditioning system for hair and personal care applications represents an exciting innovation in phosphate chemistry.

A

lthough the demand for

relaunched with a new improved formula

natural African textured

and a newly designed 400g pack. It is

hair is growing, relaxers

uniquely formulated to impact advanced

continue to be a strong need.

conditioning and moisturising effect to

According to Croda, the name behind the high performance ingredients and

hair with no scalp pain, burn or irritation.

No Mix Texturizer Crème is formulated

technologies in some of the biggest and

with Moroccan argan oil to help prevent

most successful brands in the world,

dryness and flaking of the scalp, leaving

consumers are becoming more aware

the hair smoother and shinier. The pack

of the damage caused by relaxers. As a

includes a conditioning neutralising

result, they’re seeking less harsh relaxer

shampoo, which features a colour signal

products formulated to prevent the hair

formula, while the leave in conditioner

and scalp from becoming damaged

is described as a unique hair and scalp

and dry.

treatment formulated with natural

RELAXERS ARE BEING DEVELOPED WITH MORE NATURAL, BENEFICIAL AND MULTI-FUNCTIONAL CLAIMS In Africa, in Nigeria, South Africa

herbs and vitamins that condition relaxed, permed, colour treated and natural hair.

TCB Naturals No Base Crème Relaxer is

formulated with natural oils, protein and

and Morocco in particular, a Mintel

DNA. This product is said to strengthen

report found that relaxer new product

and protect hair, while effectively

development has increased by four

relaxing it. Its conditioning formula

percent over the past two years. It also

claims to provide ultra-nourishing

found that relaxers are being formulated

protection, leaving the hair straight and

with more natural ingredients, which

manageable with body and shine.

prevent damage and dryness. Between September 2016 and August 2018, 24

NEW EMULSIFYING SYSTEM

percent of relaxer NPD included Olea

According to Croda, Crodafos CES has

Europaea (olive) fruit oil and 14 percent,

unique emulsifying properties that allow it

Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil.

to form emulsions, which display markedly different characteristics than those of

NATURE INSPIRED AND MULTIFUNCTIONAL

conventional emulsifying waxes. It has a

Relaxers are being developed with more

thixotropic and self-bodying. Thanks to its

natural, beneficial and multi-functional

unique structure, Crodafos CES offers the

claims. There are many of the products

combined release of oil and water along

on the market in Nigeria to substantiate

with greater oil phase deposition.

this finding. For example, Apple Conditioning Cream Relaxer has been

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phospholipid like structure, is versatile,

When used in hair care applications, like a relaxer, it offers a conditioned after-

CRODAFOS CES IS PUT TO THE TEST IN A RECENT consumer perceivable survey conducted at the Centre of Excellence in South Africa, Croda tested a relaxer formulated with Crodafos CES and produced in South Africa against the leading African benchmark. The study revealed the following: • ZA-0140 relaxer formulation containing Crodafos CES straightens on parity, effectively without over-processing the hair when compared to the commercial benchmark • ZA-0140 outperforms the benchmark on important attributes such as detangling, wet combing, dry combing and softness • 90 percent of consumers preferred the ZA-0140 relaxer formulation over the commercial benchmark • 65 percent of the volunteers experienced irritation with the commercial benchmark relaxer. feel in hair, ensures less hair damage, improves the deposition of dye actives, enhances the application process and rinseability, is substantive to hair and provides added sheen.

To showcase the hair care benefits of Crodafos CES, Croda developed ZA-0140, a superfatted relaxer formulation, which straightens on parity effectively without over processing the hair when compared to the commercial benchmark. Crodafos CES forms rheologically optimised thixotropic emulsions, which break on application to provide maximum oil deposition and enhanced delivery of active ingredients. • Please visit https://bit.ly/2RDmMAh, on the Croda Personal Care website to download the formulation guide for ZA-0140.

Croda – www.crodapersonalcare.com

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Seven essential steps to manage textured hair Longer length, more manageable and less brittle hair is the holy grail for African women, yet it’s contrary for many. Most struggle with dry and damaged hair that has to be relaxed or chemically treated to keep it under control. By Martina Heldermann, technical director at KahlWax

E

xcessive chemical treatments

a nutritional coating and preventing dryness

harsh products, pollution deposition, hard

are known to break hair’s protein

through added moisturisation. Some hair

water build-up and the effects of regular

bonds, weakening the fibre and

serums on the market include several usage

heat styling and UV exposure. These

causing it to snap. Damaged hair

steps, including washing or treating the hair

factors all result in an itchy, flaky scalp and

almost daily.

stressed tresses. Although the first step to

craves protein to replace and restore the bonds, helping it to return to a stronger and healthier state.

A new hair care approach is to nurture the scalp instead of applying actives on the hair. If the scalp is supplied with an extensive blend of nutrients and functional ingredients, new hair growth should be healthier and the fibres more conditioned.

Hair essences are fast becoming a must-

HAIR ESSENCES ARE FAST BECOMING A MUST-HAVE FOR HAIR-SAVVY CONSUMERS

have for hair-savvy consumers looking for

good hair care technically is shampooing, by adapting the scalp care principle and starting with a scrub, the scalp can be cleansed thoroughly.

STEP TWO – cleanse once a week More and more consumers are using cowashes to cleanse their hair. These very mild shampoos are formulated with a low content of mild surfactant and a very high percentage

nourishing scalp treatments. The concept is

For most African women, a seven-step

inspired by the K Beauty skin essence trend.

hair care routine is the norm and includes

used after the scrub, to help rinse all the

cleansing with a mild shampoo or co-wash.

exfoliating particles off the hair. Korean beauty

An essence should consist of ultra-

of conditioning agents. A co-wash can be

concentrated liquids or emulsions packed

experts say: ‘keeping the scalp clean,

with active ingredients, which improve

STEP ONE – scalp exfoliation once

healthy and exfoliated, allows for the growth

skin’s overall appearance. In a hair care

a week

of healthier hair’. A co-wash can also be

application, an essence should aid shine

This new trend is said to be highly beneficial.

applied with a scalp massaging brush.

and improve volume and softness, providing

A good scrub helps eliminate lingering

STEP THREE – condition Table 1: Hair and scalp serum

Phase Trade name

A

B

C D

Conditioning the hair, always after INCI

%

Water

Aqua

Glycerin

Glycerin

3.00

Amphisol K

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

1.00

Tego Cosmo C100

Creatine

0.55

Lanette O

Cetearyl Alcohol

1.55

Softigen Oil Baobab

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil

2.00

6240 Vegetable Wax

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

2.00

5723 Araucaria Resin + Octyldodecanol

Glyceryl Rosinate, Octyldodecanol

3.50

Tamanu Oil

Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil

1.00

Baycusan C 1008

Polyurethane-48

7.60

Water

Aqua

5.00

Coco Island V/10 263/0

Parfum

0.30

Preservative

ad 100

QS

This light emulsion helps hair grow strong and healthy. It’s perfect for consumers who regularly colour, straighten, perm or heat style their hair, as well those with kinky, curly or wavy natural styles.

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cleansing, may also be replaced by a mask at times. Conditioners are not only for detangling but also for moisturising, nourishing and strengthening hair. Yet users should avoid applying conditioner on the scalp. The scalp’s pH level is 5.5 compared to that of the hair shaft, which has a pH less than four.

STEP FOUR – apply a scalp mask two to four times a month Scalp masks are becoming very popular, though their frequency of use is highly dependent on the consumer’s scalp type.

Consumers tend to use scalp masks at least two to four times a month.

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STEP SIX – hair and scalp essence

couple of hours, allowing good time for

in hot weather due to excessive sebum

or serum

the treatment to create its magic.

production and in colder temperatures, it

The Korean market formulates different

can become very dry and flaky.

essences depending on the application,

in the morning will love this concept as

A problematic scalp will generally itch

Consumers who like to wash their hair

Applying a scalp treatment once a

be it for the hair or scalp. This is due to

the treatment has to be applied on towel

week is recommended to keep the scalp

their difference in pH levels. However,

dried hair. It’s also recommended to

in optimum condition. The ideal regimen

if the pH value of the hair essence is

wear a shower cap overnight.

is to first apply the scalp mask only to the

moderate, between 4.5 and 5, it can

scalp, followed by a hair mask, which should

also be used on the scalp. Just like skin

only be applied to the strands.

serums, hair essences are designed to deliver a vast amount of active

STEP FIVE – deep

ingredients to the hair to

conditioning treatment or hair mask

moisturise and soften it.

These products are often used weekly

steps included in a standard Korean hair care regimen. African consumers are also exploring scalp and hair care routines with just as many steps, aiming

leave-on treatment.

to treat their scalp in the same way skin is

throughout southern Africa by

hair. Consumers

Savannah Fine Chemicals, has created a unique formulation for this step. See Table 1 for the

as they offer an ultra-dose

hair masks are just two of the many

is always designed as a

to condition the

instead of a conditioner

Regular scalp massages and bedtime

This type of application

KahlWax, represented

also use hair masks

INNOVATIONS FOR NEW REGIMENS

formulation guide.

treated. Yet the difference in pH levels of the scalp and hair must always be taken into consideration. KahlWax offers a wide ride of formulations targeting the most popular and useful treatments required by these new hair care regimens. •

of moisture blended with nutritional and powerful ingredients.

Scalp masks are intended for use as a

STEP SEVEN – overnight treatments Used two to four times a month, overnight

rinse-off product but should be left on the

treatments are great, because the

hair for at least 10 minutes.

formulation remains on the hair for a

KahlWax – www.kahlwax.com Savannah Fine Chemicals – www.savannah.co.za

®

KahlWax offers a great variety of natural waxes for hair care products such as oils, conditioners or masks.

Re-envision your hair care formulations – with solutions and services that meet your requirements exactly and with ingredients that naturally fulfill consumer wishes, such as an impressive combability and manageability.

KahlWax. The ingredients for care. www.kahlwax.com

info@savannah.co.za www.savannah.co.za

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An effective way to prevent hair loss CLR Berlin, represented by IMCD, has developed a solution to prevent accelerated hair loss. Study results show the active ingredient complex is effective against Alopecia diffusa and Alopecia androgenetica.

G

lobal hair growth is a hot market anticipated to

Figure 1

reach USD4.8 billion by 2026 with an annual growth rate

of 8.3 percent.1 The demand for hair growth products is as a result of the rising number of cases of hair loss. The most common types are Alopecia areata and Androgenetic alopecia. The latter is common male pattern baldness responsible for over 95 percent of hair loss in men and for 40 percent of hair loss in women.

Androgenic alopecia is believed to be caused by hair follicles that have a sensitivity to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This

The hair growth cycle

causes the follicles to shrink, shortening their lifespan, and eventually stop

hair is tightly pulled by braids, cornrows,

SOLUTIONS TO THE PROBLEMS

producing cosmetically acceptable hair.2

up do ponytails, Bantu Knots, Faux Locs

Education is a solution to non-Androgenic

and plaits etc.

related hair loss and involves a discussion

A leading cause of non-Androgenic related hair loss is traction alopecia, where

Traction alopecia and

with patients on changing their

trichotillomania (compulsive hairplucking in a bizarre pattern) may cause temporary hair loss. Yet in chronic cases, the trauma can affect the follicle stem cells, i.e. the middle portion of the

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scarring and permanent hair loss.

Other factors believed to contribute

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be permanent if traction is not halted.

Trichotillomania may Follicusan DP is suitable for use in eyelash and eyebrow growth be associated serums. The growth process in the with depression hair follicles and in the follicles of or anxiety the lashes and brows are not much different from processes on the and requires skin. Dermal papilla cell activity psychological evaluation is also central to obtaining full and counselling.3 eyebrows and long and For Androgenic hair healthy lashes.

hair follicle, producing

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hairstyle as the hair loss may

loss, IMCD South Africa offers Follicusan DP, an active ingredient developed by CLR Berlin.

The active is composed of various

to hair loss are nutrition, stress and

ingredients, including milk based bioactive

seborrhoea – when sebaceous glands

signalling molecules, ethyl panthenol

release excessive sebum. Iron deficiency

(provitamin B5), inositol as well as acetyl

and ageing can also lead to hair loss

cysteine and acetyl methionine – sulphur-

and require lifestyle changes to ensure

rich amino acids – based in a water

one’s wellbeing.

ethanol medium. Each of the composition

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ingredients either has an influence on

activate the dermal papilla cells and

the dermal papilla cells or functions as a

inositol. Another name for inositol is 'anti-

building block for producing hair.

alopecia-factor'. Altogether, Follicusan DP supports hair growth from many

THE HAIR GROWTH CYCLE

different angles.

Hair consists of a protein called keratin.

ANTI-AGEING HAIR CARE ETHICA, A PROFESSIONAL hair care brand

Proteins are made up of amino acids

STUDY RESULTS IN FOCUS

bound together and hair contains a lot

Demonstrated in a study, CLR Berlin’s

it uses in its products. One of these ingredients

of sulphur containing amino acids.

hair growth active stimulates cellular

is Follicusan DP, it re-vitalises hair follicles and

This is why hair has a sulphuric aroma

functioning in the scalp and hair follicles,

reduces hair loss. Included in the formulations

when burned.

counteracting premature hair loss.

of Ethica’s anti-ageing shampoo and conditioner

Healthy hair growth (see Figure 1) occurs

A gel containing five percent Follicusan

produced in the US, is open about the ingredients

products, Follicusan DP also improves hair density

when approximately 90 percent of hairs

DP, used over a period of three months,

are in the Anagen or growth phase, which

was found to normalise hair growth

can last three to five years. At the end of

cycles in individuals suffering from

regrowth are extremely complicated and technical.

the Anagen phase, approximately one

Alopecia diffusa (Figure 2) and Alopecia

There is no single ingredient that provides a perfect

percent of hair goes into the Catagen

androgenetica (Figure 3). The results were

solution, which is why the brand uses Follicusan

phase. This is a short transition that lasts

proven in trichograms where

DP in combination with other ingredients to yield

several weeks. The final transition is the

the number of Anagen hair follicles

maximum results across multiple pathways for the

Telogen or resting phase, which can

(growth stage) was found to have

broadest range of consumers.

last for approximately three months and

increased while the Telogen hair

involves roughly 10 percent of hairs.

follicles (resting stage) decreased.

Follicusan DP contains the most

Follicusan DP helps prevent functional

and thickness.

According to Ethica, anti-ageing and hair

The cell biological and clinical studies

important sulphur rich amino acids on

disorders of the scalp by vitalising the cells.

revealed tremendous results. The dermal

which hair keratin is based, as well as

Due to its active ingredient composition,

papilla cells were activated and, in

provitamin B5 to moisturise and condition

it can normalise excess sebum secretion,

different studies on human volunteers,

the hair. It also contains milk proteins that

counteracting the formation of dandruff.

Follicusan DP was shown to prevent the

Figure 2

Figure 3

progression of hair loss. More growing hair could be seen, and the quality of hair growth and the thickness of hair were improved. •

REFERENCES 1. https://www.grandviewresearch.com/press-release/ global-alopecia-market 2. Muller SA. Trichotillomania: a histopathologic study in sixty-six patients. J Am Acad Dermatol 1990; 23:56–62.

3. Price VH. Treatment of hair loss. N Engl J Med 1999;341:964–973.

CLR Berlin – www.clr-berlin.com IMCD – www.imcdgroup.com

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Tapping into Africa’s enormous growth potential

By acquiring Orkila, Azelis is set to become a leading specialty chemical distributor in Africa and the Middle East. The company announced in October it had signed an agreement with Orkila to purchase 100 percent of its business.

H

eadquartered in Beirut, Lebanon,

care and food customers. Orkila also offers accredited laboratory testing coupled with the ability to develop and introduce innovative products, create and enhance formulations and assist customers in their pursuit for growth and

The acquisition brings Azelis’

improved performance.

the Orkila group has offices in

innovation and formulation potential and

13 countries and is active in more

international reach together with Orkila’s

president of Azelis, comments: ‘We are very

than 30 countries in MEA the

excellent reputation, strong regional

excited Orkila will become part of Azelis.

presence and its expertise.

It is a well-established company, known in

region. It also represents a large number of world-class manufacturers of speciality

The transaction is expected to be

Dr Hans Joachim Müller, CEO and

Africa and the Middle East for its high-

chemicals and food ingredients which

completed within the first quarter of 2020.

quality expertise and service. We have

have a strong strategic fit with Azelis’

It entails Azelis acquiring 100 percent of

been impressed by Orkila’s committed

principal base.

Orkila and for its 220+ employees to join

management, the similarity of our business

the Azelis team.

models and excellent cultural fit. We know

Orkila serves several thousand customers across Africa and the Middle

that many of our principals are currently

to smaller regional producers, all seeking

STRONG SYNERGIES AND BALANCED CAPABILITIES

speciality products that bring added

Orkila was established in 2005 and has

regional speciality distributor with the

value to their brands. These customers

grown to become a leading speciality

strength of Azelis will result in an excellent

perceive Orkila as a reliable partner

chemicals and food ingredients

and unique platform for organic growth.’

to achieve success in the vibrant and

distributor in the MEA region. It operates

growing personal care and food and

in multiple market segments, including

and CEO, adds: ‘After almost 15 years of

beverage industries.

pharmaceuticals, personal and home

growing on a stand-alone basis, it’s time

care, food, agrochemicals, animal

for us to move into global territory. Joining

economic acceleration and an improved

nutrition, paint and construction, oilfield,

a well-established international player like

business environment, providing Azelis

plastic additives and water treatment. To

Azelis will enable us to continue to deliver

and its principals with an opportunity to

ensure business continuity, Audrey Sacy

the high-quality products and services

accelerate their own growth in the region.

Aris, Christophe Sacy and other senior

our customers are accustomed to, while

With its growing middle class, the speciality

managers of Orkila will continue to run

accessing new growth opportunities.

chemicals distribution market in Africa is

operations going forward.

The acquisition will also allow us to

East, ranging from major multinationals

Africa has been experiencing

said to be one of the fastest growing in

Like Azelis, the company is very

looking to strengthen their activities in Africa. Combining the drive of a leading

Antoine Sacy, Orkila’s founder, chairman

thrive under Azelis’ ownership, securing

the world, and blue-chip raw materials

focused on promoting speciality service

unparalleled service for our customers,

producers are looking for a sizeable

offerings and has an application lab

superior growth for our principals and a

distributor in the region.

in Egypt, which serves both personal

highly rewarding work environment for our

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employees. Another exciting

and extensive regional expertise

advantage is we will be able to tap into Azelis’ strong international presence and global knowledge exchange while leveraging our combined operational excellence.’

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with Azelis’ EcoVadis Gold CSR rating, robust global

By the end of 2030, 17 African cities will each be home to five million inhabitants. Source: Brookings Foresight Africa 2019 series

A UNIQUE AND INNOVATIVE BUSINESS

infrastructure and good

‘The continent’s population is projected to reach 1.7 billion by 2030 and more than 80 percent of this growth will occur in African cities,’ Dr

compliance practices,’

Müller adds. ‘African industries are said

comments Bertona.

to be doubling production between

Orkila’s vice chairman, Nicole Sacy, adds: ‘Since inception, Orkila has capitalised on a legacy of

2015 and 2025 while the continent’s annual investment in infrastructure has doubled since the beginning of the century. Although we have been

excellence in the speciality

investing in Africa in recent years, this

chemicals industry that dates back

acquisition will give Azelis a significant

Over the past few years, Azelis has grown

over a century. Our strength lies in our

tailwind, which we are extremely

organically in Africa by establishing

diversity, expertise and the know-how of our

excited about.’

grassroots operations in Morocco, Ivory

highly qualified regional sales teams. Orkila’s

Coast and Tunisia. This is according

employees, who are also highly valued

demonstrates the support provided

to the company’s EMEA CEO and

by Azelis, will be given an opportunity to

by EQT, a first private equity firm

president, Anna Bertona, who says

contribute to the company’s future success.

in northern Europe, since its initial

the amalgamation of Orkila with Azelis

By leveraging the global reach of both

acquisition of Azelis in 2018. EQT is

is expected to further cement Azelis’

businesses, we are confident the combined

confident the expanded range of

relationship with key principals with the

organisation will be very successful.’

services and global reach provided

same growth ambitions.

by this acquisition will continue to

technical expertise, high operational

A LUCRATIVE AREA FOR DEVELOPMENT

standards and sustainable growth. This

Azelis has been focusing on expanding its

new partnership will forge a unique and

footprint in the MEA region, particularly in

innovative speciality service provider in

Africa where the company sees enormous

the MEA region, combining Orkila’s reach

potential for growth.

‘Both companies focus on strong

The acquisition of Orkila

bring benefits to the customers and principals of the combined group.•

Azelis – www.azelis.com/en Orkila – www.orkila.com

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PERSONAL CARE

Amino acid based chemistries in skin cleansing In the last 20 years, therapeutically orientated cosmetics have grown enormously. Products that claim to reduce the visible signs of skin ageing include those containing free amino acids such as alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, glutamic acid, tryptophan, threonine and serine. Contrary to popular belief, these chemistries also play an important role in skin cleansing preparations.

A

mino acid is the collective

name, Amisoft ECS-22SB, with a nominal

term for compounds having

active matter content of 30.0 percent.

AMILITE GCS-12K

both an amino group and

Amisoft ECS-22SB is a weakly acidic,

a carboxyl group within the

anionic surfactant with a pH very similar

offered by Ajinomoto, which has enormous

same molecule. Alpha-amino acids are very

to skin’s natural pH. As such, it’s very mild

potential in the skin cleansing category, is Sodium

important constituents of proteins found in

with a high degree of skin compatibility,

N-Cocoyl Glycinate (INCI Name: Sodium Cocoyl

the human body, including skin.

making it useful for the development of

Glycinate). This surfactant is marketed under the

gentle cleansing preparations that have

trade name Amilite GCS-12K and its material is

ingredients is commonly encountered in

excellent conditioning effects on the skin,

based on glycine – the main constituent amino

leave-on treatment skin care products,

leaving a moisturised feeling without the

acid of human collagen – and coconut fatty acid.

relatively rarely are amino acid-based

sense of dryness or tautness. The chemistry

Amilite GCS-12K characteristically produces a

chemistries found in skin cleansing products.

of Amisoft ECS-22SB allows for it to be

creamy and resilient foam under neutral and

In cleansing applications, the idealistic goal

formulated over a wide variety of pH values,

alkaline conditions and leaves a pleasant and fresh

is to create a perceptively superior product

without affecting performance, even in the

feeling on the skin after use.

that effectively cleanses the skin, whilst

weakly acidic range.

Whilst the use of amino acid containing

ANOTHER ANIONIC, AMINO acid based surfactant

offering mildness and minimal disruption of the skin’s natural lipid barrier function. The

MILD AND ECO-FRIENDLY

12K, offer the formulator an opportunity

inherent compatibility between the skin and

Given its very mild profile on skin, Amisoft

to develop unique skin cleansing

the chemical structure of amino acid-based

ECS-22SB possesses excellent foaming

preparations, the properties of which cannot

surfactants makes the formulation of such

properties superior to those of Sodium

be easily matched by other surfactant

cleansing products feasible, invariably with

Laureth Sulphate, making it an excellent

chemistries. The highly performant foaming

some very pleasing consumer experiences

choice for use as the primary surfactant

characteristics of these materials, combined

and outcomes.

in products destined for the increasingly

with their mildness and skin compatibility

popular sulphate free category. In cases

make them an automatic choice for

GENTLE ANIONIC SURFACTANT

where sulphate free claims are not required,

products aimed at the discriminating and

A company that specialises in the supply

Amisoft ECS-22SB can be added as a co-

well informed consumer.

of amino acid based surfactants is

surfactant to detergent systems containing

Because these amino acid based

Ajinomoto OmniChem, represented in

Sodium Laureth Sulphate to improve

surfactants are eco-friendly, environmentally

southern Africa by Maccallum. One of the

mildness on the skin, without compromising

sustainable and, in the case of Amisoft

most important groups of anionic, amino

foam texture and volume.

ECS-22SB, Ecocert approved, formulators

acid based surfactants are the N-Alkoyl-L-

Amisoft ECS-22SB is an ideal choice for

have further compelling reasons to use

Glutamates. A particularly useful derivative

skin cleansing products positioned as green

these products. This is particularly true when

is N-Cocoyl-L-Glutamate, frequently

or environmentally sustainable, as it is readily

developing products targeted at the rapidly

offered as either sodium, potassium or

biodegradable, eco-friendly and Ecocert

growing consumer group, which is eco-

triethanolamine salts.

approved, with an Environmental Working

conscious, ingredient savvy and generally

Group or EWG rating of 1.

very aware of clean label formulations. •

Ajinomoto offers Sodium N-CocoylL-Glutamate (INCI Name: Disodium produced from l-glutamic acid and

A ROUTE TO FORMULATION INNOVATION

plant derived coconut fatty acid. It is

It’s clear amino acid based surfactants,

commercially available under the trade

such as Amisoft ECS-22SB and Amilite GCS-

Cocoyl Glutamate), an anionic surfactant

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With its unique taste and perceived health benefits, the popularity of ginger dates back to the Roman Empire. Ginger root is believed to have traditional medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory effects, to provide relief from indigestion and nausea, and the ability to boost immune function.

ELDERBERRY

Dating to the fifth century, writings of Hippocrates and others describe the use of medicines derived from the elder tree.

Although elderberry has commonly been used in desserts, beverages and syrups, the extract recently surfaced as a superfood in the growing vitamin category.

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PHARMA FOCUS: CAMs & HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS

A specialist in manufacturing complementary medicines Hersol is a registered pharma manufacturing company. It specialises in producing and packing complementary medicines for various marketing and distribution companies in southern Africa. It has become a world class business dedicated to the pharmaceutical industry.

2 1: Hersol’s friendly and helpful receptionist, Betty Metseeme 2: HPLC testing equipment 3: Film coating equipment

issues a certificate of compliance.

Hersol’s micro lab is home to some

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of the few Biolumix systems used in southern Africa, ensuring a quicker turnaround for lab results compared to the conventional 1

method of five days.

F

ounded in 1980 by Laurence

A TOP NOTCH FACILITY

Solomons and Sam Hertzakowitz,

Over the years, Hersol has established

Hersol Manufacturing

extensive facilities that feature, among

Laboratories (Hersol) has grown

other things, a fully equipped laboratory

exponentially. Fast forward to 2019 and

to ensure the quality of raw materials

the South African company, based in

and finished products. The modern

Johannesburg, remains a key player in

manufacturing areas used for granulation,

the complementary medicines (CAMs)

compression, encapsulation and coating

manufacturing landscape.

put the company in the upper ranks of

Today Hersol occupies over 12 000m² of manufacturing and warehousing space and testing laboratories, employing approximately 400 qualified people at various levels. The company is run by a competent management team, which oversees all aspects of production.

The team’s mantra is ‘built-in quality, delivery, and price’. Using state of the art

pharmaceutical production in southern

USING THE LATEST TRENDS AND TECHNOLOGIES, HERSOL HAS THE EDGE AND THE ABILITY TO LAUNCH INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS

technology, the company manufactures

Africa. Its finished product laboratory

a wide variety of dosage forms specifically

consists of experienced staff who are

tailored to local market demands and in

responsible for analysing all products,

line with the latest global trends.

based on validated methods. All the

It can pack products using all types of packing specifications including blister packs.

Even with the advent of new technology, Hersol remains relevant, cutting edge and quality driven.

The expansion of its

DID YOU KNOW?

instruments used to perform the

At Hersol, all raw materials received from suppliers are sent to the raw material laboratory for testing to ensure they are in line with the requirements of the formulation for which they are specified.

manufacturing plant in 2012 indicated a pivotal moment in

required tests are calibrated

by SANAS accredited third party companies, ensuring accuracy and precision at all times.

Two senior microbiologists and a micro laboratory assistant are employed in the micro laboratory, while the QC

oversee its efficient running. The laboratory

automation and with new lines and

has been accredited by the South African

equipment and improved its efficiency.

National Department of Health, which

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By working with marketing and distribution companies and using the latest trends and technologies, Hersol has the edge and the ability to launch innovative products. The main function of its sales and marketing department is to create new products offered at any stage of the development process for new and existing customers, some of which are leading retail pharmacy groups and top private brands in the country. The company can also provide an innovative approach to upgrading existing products currently on the market as well as the total replication of existing products.

The expertise of Hersol’s marketing and distribution division caters to the development of new products, offering a total turnkey solution from conception to finished product. Its customers are offered an individual image and product concept, which is why Hersol is regarded as having the potential to manufacture on a par with some of the world’s leading third party manufacturers.

Hersol’s corporate culture is central to its ongoing success, offering integrity, trust, quality and the highest standard of service excellence. The company has a bright future – one that’s filled many more years of manufacturing in South Africa, for the southern African market. •

manager and a laboratory manager

Hersol’s growth, as it flourished through

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AN INNOVATIVE EDGE

Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories – www.hersol.co.za

Contract manufacturers for the pharmaceutical and complementary medicines markets Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories has been Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories operating for 39 years, and is a key player in the is a registered company specializing complementary medicine manufacturing arena in in manufacturing and packing of South Africa.

complementary medicines for third party

Hersol manufactures widelocal rangeSouth of products in companies withina the African various dosage forms: including tablets – single and market. Founded in 1980, Hersol adheres double layer, coated and uncoated (sugar and film to a Quality Management System which coating), effervescent tablets, capsules, powders, embraces current Good Manufacturing topical preparations such as; creams, gels, ointments Practices in accordance Medicines and lotions, syrups and liquids. with Hersol prides itself onControl quality assured products, which have Council requirements. undergone various compliance checkpoints. Hersol has a highly qualified team who are constantly growing through Hersol’s extensive facility features a fully training and education.

equipped Laboratory to ensure quality

Laminar Flow in Microbiology Laboratory

The new 5 cubicle dispensary and sampling facilities

In of addition to the manufacturing of complementary raw materials and finished products. pharmaceutical products, Hersol also offers Contract It has modern manufacturing facilities Packing. Hersol has a packing department consisting for blending, granulating, compressing & of 13 packing lines employing over 100 people. coating tablets as well as encapsulating Hersol’s packing services extend to the following: Hersol has state of the • capabilities.

Containers • art Bottles on-site packing facilities, including • Unit Cartons a recently introduced blister packing • Shrink Wrapping • machine.

Blistering In addition, Hersol has facilities manufacture • to Combo Packing and pack syrups, creams,

gels and ointments.

Pack sizes include 30s, 60s,120s,180s and even 200s.

Leadership at Hersol is upheld by a highly

HPLC Testing

Handling of Raw Materials when weighing and dispensing is handled in accordance with Medicines Control Council guidelines

Hersol is proud to note that it has a fully accredited competent Team with Laboratory, splitManagement between Wet chemistry, an vast instrument room withsubject HPLC’s, matter AA, GC and pharmaceutical knowledge Dissolution and DT baths, as well as a comprehensive and experience in staff motivation so as to Microbiological laboratory. All equipment is calibrated achieve a superior product. and checked on a regular basis as per the regulations, and the staff undergo rigorous regular updates and Hersol registered with: accurate and training for is competency, to ensure consistent results are obtained. t South African Medicines Control Council

t South African Pharmaceutical Council

Hersol is registered with: t South African Department of Health • South African Health Products Regulatory Authority Health Product Association – HPA •t South African Pharmaceutical Council •t South African Department Health Cosmetics, Toiletriesofand Fragrances • Health Product Association – HPA Association • Cosmetics, Toiletries and Fragrances Association t FDA Food Facility • FDA Food Facility

Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories (Pty) Ltd tel: +27 11 614 6631/2

fax: +27 11 614 4615

email: enquiries@hersol.co.za admin@hersol.co.za

web: www.hersol.co.za

PHARMA FOCUS: CAMs & HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS The root of the South African geranium, which Afrplex utilises to produce Afriplex PS70 liquid

Functional ingredients true to nature

Afriplex is continuously innovating and developing new products as it identifies consumer needs as well as market trends and opportunities. The company is proud to announce the birth of three new and unique Afriplex ingredients.

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elargonium sidoides DC, South

in syrups, drops, throat sprays

African geranium, is a member

and capsules.

of the Geraniaceae family,

our country. This rosette like plant has been

WATER SOLUBLE MORINGA POWDER EXTRACT

used in traditional medicine for centuries

Moringa oleifera is a specie of a tree

as a remedy for diarrhoea, dysentery

native to the sub-Himalayan regions in

and the serious complications resulting

north-western India. The tree is also found

from dysentery.

in several tropical and sub-tropical regions

native to the coastal region of

across Africa, South America and South

MORINGA OLEIFERA IS ALSO WIDELY REGARDED AS THE MOST NUTRIENT-DENSE PLANT EVER STUDIED

East Asia.

Moringa leaf is known to contain a spectrum of high nutritive components such as amino acids, vitamins,

Afriplex PS70, Afriplex has added the Afriplex PS70 liquid to its range of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

This API has been subjected to extensive

the major phenolic compound found

organic acids. Moringa oleifera is also

abundantly in Honeybush, a natural

widely regarded as the most nutrient-

C-glucoside xanthone called Mangiferin.

The leaves of this plant naturally contain several B vitamins.

the nutrient reference values

indicating a reduction in the duration

(NRVs) of the following B

and severity of acute upper respiratory

vitamins: B1; B2; B3; B5; B6;

tract infections, including bronchitis, tonsillopharyngitis, sinusitis and the cold.

Afriplex PS70 liquid has been specifically developed for pharmaceutical formulation Often used in health supplements, moringa powder extract is made from the leaves of the Moringa tree

physiological and central nervous system

soluble moringa powder extract now

clinical research with conclusive results

Research concluded that extracts containing high levels of Mangiferin have been shown to control numerous

Afriplex has developed a water standardised on 100 percent of

The plant could also be a healthy alternative to caffeine without the associated side effects. This is due to

carbohydrates, minerals, protein and

dense plant ever studied.

In addition to the powder format of

Afriplex extracts Afriplex C-Ferin 5 and Afriplex C-Ferin 30 from dried sections of the Honeybush plant

(CNS) targets, ameliorate insulin

DID YOU KNOW?

resistance, decrease tumour size and protect the body

against oxidative stress Afriplex has extensive expertise in the development related damage.

B7; B9 and B12. of novel plant extracts, Afriplex has developed including APIs, as well as This product can be two standardised in the standardisation formulated in syrups, of parameters for the Honeybush extracts, capsules, tablets, drops active components in Afriplex C-Ferin 5 plant extracts. and powder compounds. It is and Afriplex C-Ferin 30, applicable to nutraceutical and containing five and 30 percent food and beverage markets.

Mangiferin respectively.

STANDARDISED HONEYBUSH EXTRACTS Honeybush, Cyclopia spp., a plant endemic to South Africa, has been shown to possess multifactorial pharmacological activities, including antioxidative, antidiabetic, anti-

The Afriplex C-Ferin 5 and Afriplex C-Ferin 30 products can be formulated in powder compounds, syrups, capsules, tablets or tincture drops and are applicable to the health supplements, pharma, cosmetics, veterinary and food and beverage markets.•

inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-ageing, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective and neuroprotective effects.

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HOME CARE

Resource-friendly builder technology for detergents Manufacturers can now reduce their water and energy usage when producing laundry powder detergent with Noverite LD920NB from Lubrizol. By Andrew Nelson, global technical marketing manager of fabric care

T

his polymer technology from Lubrizol, distributed in Africa

by Carst & Walker, delivers sodium tri-polyphosphate

(STPP) performance, and significantly improves the spray-drying production process by enabling a water reduction in the detergent crutcher slurry. The lower water content in the slurry, which saves thousands of litres of water per year, requires less energy to dry each batch of finished powder, reducing the manufacturer’s carbon footprint.

This also allows: • A reduction in tower temperature at

Operational benefits of Noverite LD920NB: • improved slurry flowability or atomisation • homogeneous character • less water required in the crutcher to achieve desired slurry viscosity • improved tower rate (higher solids content per megaton of slurry) – optimising the water content • chemistry ensures target bulk density is achieved • reduced makeup on plant equipment • significantly less blockages in spray nozzles.

current tower rate

combination of Noverite LD920NB, sodium carbonate and sodium silicate, delivers significant formulation costsaving benefits. In addition, the removal of STPP (or zeolite) enables a substantial reduction in process water from the detergent slurry used in the spray-drying process. With NoveriteTM LD920NB reducing the slurry viscosity even further, it allows for even more water to be removed to match the current slurry viscosity profile.

FORMULATION STRATEGY To ensure optimal spray-drying of the slurry, the water level must be reduced in the crutcher. The replacement of STPP is

• improved tower rate with a higher

possible with an increase in the sodium

solids content slurry being sprayed. The

sequester magnesium ions. As zeolite is

carbonate, sodium silicate and, the

expected process rate improvement is

insoluble, it’s prone to deposit on fabric,

inclusion of Noverite LD920NB.

~20 to 30 percent.

leading to whiteness maintenance and

The typical reduction in crutcher slurry

fabric damage concerns. In addition, the

water content ranges from 35 percent

COST VERSUS PERFORMANCE

use of zeolite in the production process

water in the current product to 25 percent

Formulation trends and evolving

causes accelerated wear on plant

in the new product while the blown

government legislation are moving

equipment such as spray nozzles as the

powder moisture level is typically lower for

manufacturers away from STPP as the

insoluble zeolite is abrasive.

a powder without STPP, between typically

builder technology of choice. With less

three and 4.5 percent.

options available for builder technologies,

UNIQUE BUILDER TECHNOLOGY

customers are looking for innovative

Noverite LD920NB is a partially naturally

of zeolite, between one and three

ways to achieve the desired produce

derived and inherently biodegradable

percent, ensures no issues with

performance at the right cost.

patented and exclusive Lubrizol builder

flowability and powder stickiness. With a

technology that allows the removal

significant saving on formulation costs,

reformulating without STPP has been

of STPP. The removal of STPP from the

manufacturers can attain detergency

to use sodium zeolite. However, zeolite

formulation and, inclusion of the fully

performance in line with products

is much less efficient, as it’s unable to

soluble builder system, based on the

currently on the market. •

Sticky, non-homogeneous consistency

Smooth, homogeneous consistency

The traditional approach to

The post addition of a low level

Powder properties: • better granule strength through improved granule friability • more homogenous particle size distribution • reduced moisture uptake as it’s less hydroscopic • less aggregation or clumping in powder.

Control: H20 34 percent, mixed 28 minutes after Na2SO4 addition, T=49.5°C, 700 rpm

Control with one percent Noverite LD920NB: H20 34 percent, mixed 25 minutes after Na2SO4 addition, T=47.5°C, 700 rpm

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Laundry care cleans up with ChemSystems Water saving technology, improved skin-feel and enhanced cleaning power are some of the newer claims in the home care category. ChemSystems’ technical manager, Jacques Strydom highlights a range of ingredients proven to deliver on these claims in handwashing laundry detergent and other home care applications.

DBuyer’sguide for fine fabrics. Changes in consumers’

washing. It also helps with structuring

growth in technology,

lifestyles, urbanisation and growing

of the laundry bar by reducing

handwashing remains the

disposable incomes have led to an

mushiness and the rate of wear.

dominant way of doing

increased interest in the sensorial

THE

espite global exponential

laundry in sub-Saharan Africa and

India, due to socio-economic factors.

benefits of laundry detergents.

SupraCare 430 polymer from Dow

A consumer panel test revealed that

0.08 percent of SupraCare 430 in a

powder detergent and bar soap had

2017/2018

Outside of Europe, the most popular

Chemical Company adequately

a significant effect on the consumer’s

formats of manual laundry detergents

addresses the shortcomings of

perceived sensorial experience. The

are powders and bars.

traditional handwashing products.

product was seen as soapier, more

Across various formats of manual

slippery, moisturising, gentle yet more

share, but still considered niche in

laundry detergents, SupraCare 430

effective and the foaming capacity

developing markets, where the sole

enables sensorial benefits such as

remained neutral or it was improved in

Liquid detergents are gaining

Buyer’sguide improved skin-feel during and after

the case of bar soap.

THE

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HOME CARE

Figure 1

Kitchen Cleaner alone

Kitchen Cleaner 0,5% ACUSOL™ PRO

result was achieved

the many properties that make Acusol

without any negative

823 so verstile. This polymer has all the

effects on the

benefits of cellulosic thickeners, with

in-wash foaming

none of the drawbacks.

capacity, which is an

able to cut through tough grease with

of the detergent’s

ease, but what if consumers could

perceived efficacy to

have the added benefit of easier

the consumer.

cleaning thanks to pre-treatment?

Acusol Pro is an easy to use, unique

ACUSOL™ PRO improves removal of tough greasy soil.

Figure 2

Kitchen Cleaner alone

A hard surface cleaner should be

important indicator

Kitchen Cleaner 1% ACUSOL™ PRO

POLYMER SOLUTIONS

rheology polymer for all-purpose

Acusol polymers

cleaners, which can even be added

are specialised

post-compounding. Figures 1 and

ingredients that

2 illustrate the ‘next time cleaning

address problems

benefits’ of Acusol Pro, in addition to its

such as rheology

superior grease removal efficacy.

neutral and alkaline hard surface

modification in

IKW Method for Quality Assessment of All-Purpose Cleaners used for performance evaluation.

high surfactant

WATER SOLUBLE RESINS

containing cleaning

Polyox water-soluble resins are some

formulations.

of the most versatile products used

Whether you need

in cleaners, crossing the boundary

your product

between personal care and home

EASY RINSE TECHNOLOGY

to pour, spray, pump, squeeze or

care. These resins not only serve as

Increasing pressure on water resources

perhaps exhibit suspension, improved

thickeners, binders, lubricants and

in Africa as well as the lack of access

aesthetics or even increased product

water-retention agents from a practical

to potable water in rural areas are

and foam stability, the Acusol range

point of view, but also as emollients

also important factors to consider

will meet your needs.

where sensory benefits are required.

when developing a handwashing

For example, the locally

Polyox WSR N-60K is perfect for

detergent. This is particularly important

manufactured Acusol 823 polymer is

dishwashing liquids and bar soaps and

when it comes to foaming properties

perfectly suited for:

personal care applications such as

and efficiently rinsing laundry using

• thick detergent liquids

hand washes and shampoo. The resin

minimal water.

• liquid abrasive cleaners

offers thickening and binding benefits

• highly alkaline oven cleaners

in a formulation and when applied

manual powder detergent sold on the

• all-purpose cleaners

on the skin and hair, it imparts a soft,

South African market. Results showed

• automatic dishwashing liquids

silky feel. •

Dowsil EasyRinse GP 4633, at a low

• hard surface cleaners.

dosage of only 0.68 percent, can

Its high salt tolerance, instantaneous

reduce the amount of water used

thickening ability with alkali, ability to

by up to 50 percent when washing

make crystal clear gels, pseudoplastic

laundry by hand. This incredible

rheology and ease of use are some of

A test was done using a leading

Thickening Solutions

ChemSystems jacques.strydom@aeciworld.com Dow – www.dow.com

Specialty Ingredients

• Water -based household products

• Water-use reduction

• E n a b l e p o u r, s p r ay, p u m p o r s q u e e z e

• Improved Foam

• Suspension properties

• Easy next-time clean

Sensorial Benefits • Manual Laundry and dishwashing liquid • Soft & Silky skin feel

• Bar Soap o Structure o Reduce rate of wear

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PACKAGING

Go digital for appealing, customised labels Earlier this year, Pyrotec PackMedia celebrated a first for the African continent with its purchase of a Durst Tau 330 RSC eight colour digital label press. The company chose the digital label press to drive its new market growth in the personal care and cosmetics industry.

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ccording to Wikipedia, masstige is a marketing term used to describe a downward brand extension. A combination of

the words ‘mass’ and ‘prestige’, it defines masstige as ‘prestige for the masses’.

Popularised by Michael Silverstein and Neil Fiske in their book Trading Up, the term masstige defines products as premium but attainable. They’re considered luxury or premium products at price points that fill the gap between midmarket and super premium.

A blog post on Upmarkit.com states:

PackMedia’s investment in the latest

time, without compromising on quality and

‘although these brands are not luxury

UV inkjet digital printing and finishing

brand appeal.

brands, they still rate higher than middle-

machinery ensures fast turnaround times. Its

market brands on the major dimensions

solutions are also suitable for short print runs

especially for multiple label versions and

of luxury products. Masstige brands

and achieving eye-catching, consistent

personalised data printing. For customers

concentrate especially on creating

print quality.

that need to print multiple label variants

symbolic benefits and prestige – they care very much about shine and therefore also about design’.

To elevate the appeal of masstige products, digital roll label printing offers maximum shelf shout thanks to its ability to print high-quality graphics and outstanding colours. It is also ideal for producing intense white on metallised labels and offers the

DIGITAL ROLL LABEL PRINTING OFFERS MAXIMUM SHELF SHOUT THANKS TO ITS ABILITY TO PRINT HIGHQUALITY GRAPHICS AND OUTSTANDING COLOURS Pyrotec PackMedia specialises in on-pack

Digital presses offer great flexibility,

or versions, digital printing enables swift version changes without losing valuable time. This is also very beneficial for onpack changes that need to be made quickly, or for promotional campaigns and seasonal changes.

With digital label printing, brand owners can expect cost-effective custom labels with high-quality graphics, text and colours,

widest range of Pantone colours currently

communication solutions and labelling.

making it a perfect packaging solution for

available with digital printing.

The South African company, based in the

the masstige market. •

FLEXIBILITY AND COST SAVINGS

Western Cape, is constantly innovating to add efficiencies and to help customers

For customers looking for digitally printed

save money. Digital label printing offers

labels of the highest quality, Pyrotec

these benefits by producing more in less

Pyrotec PackMedia www.packmedia.co.za

Superior image sensing speed and precision FH Series

• High-precision object detection • Ultra-high-speed searching • Flexible functionalities to provide high compatibility with manufacturing machines

Would you like to know more? +27 (0)11 579 2600 info.sa@eu.omron.com industrial.omron.co.za fh_series_177x65_ad_enza_01.indd 1

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