MN-CARGILL
As of Jan. 1, 2024, every Cargill food customer, no matter where they are in the world, can be confident that the company’s fats and oils comply with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended maximum tolerance level for industrially produced trans-fatty acids (iTFA) in fats and oils. Cargill has achieved this milestone by becoming the first global supplier whose entire worldwide edible oils portfolio meets the WHO’s best practice standard on iTFAs, limiting iTFA content to no more than two grams per 100 grams of fats/oils, including in countries where there is currently no legislative mandate.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240131485973/en/
Cargill has helped hundreds of customers reformulate and innovate nutritious and tasty products that meet WHO standards on iTFA (Photo: Business Wire)
While Cargill announced its commitment to removing iTFAs from its fats and oils portfolio in December 2021, the achievement reflects decades of work. The company’s iTFA journey spans more than a quarter century including early innovation, millions of dollars of investments in capital expenses and resources, and thousands of R&D hours. Along the way, Cargill has helped more than 400 customers create nutritious and tasty products that contribute to happier, healthier lives, removing more than 1.5 billion pounds of products containing iTFAs from the global food supply.
“We’re pleased to see Cargill’s continued commitment to reduce industrially produced trans fats in all their oils, recently achieving their goal to align with the World Health Organization’s recommended standards,” says René Lammers, PepsiCo’s chief science officer. “This move aligns with PepsiCo’s successful reduction of iTFAs in our foods to meet this same standard, and we encourage our fellow industry partners to join us in this important initiative to evolve our food and beverage portfolio to be better for the planet and people.”
In the past two years alone, Cargill has invested an additional $8.5 million to upgrade facilities to reduce the amount of transfat produced during oil processing, while working closely with more than 100 additional customers in two dozen countries to reformulate new product solutions that meet their needs.
iTFAs are most often formed through the partial hydrogenation of vegetable oils (PHOs) but can also be created by high thermal treatment during edible oil refining. In 2018, the WHO called for the global elimination of iTFAs by 2023, noting that trans fats intake greater than 1 percent of total energy intake is associated with coronary heart disease events and mortality.
"We’re extremely proud that we’ve met our commitment and helped fulfill our purpose -- nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way,” said Natasha Orlova, Cargill vice president for edible oils and managing director for North America. “Taking this industry-leading step, even in countries without current iTFA legislation, helps ensure consistency in their supply chain for larger food manufacturers, while offering Cargill’s breadth of innovation and experience to smaller manufacturers.”
To ensure compliance, Cargill has added iTFAs to its larger food safety and quality assurance program. This systems-based approach includes multiple layers of monitoring, compliance and auditing.
In its latest progress report, the WHO noted that policies limiting the use of iTFAs have only been implemented in 60 of the world’s countries, covering approximately 43% of the global population. This leaves the majority of the world’s consumers at risk for continued iTFA consumption. The report called on major suppliers of oils and fats to “follow the pioneering effort of Cargill to remove industrially produced TFA from the products that are sold to food manufacturers globally.”1
“We are the first and only global edible oil supplier to commit to and meet the WHO standards consistently and across the board for our full global portfolio, and while we are understandably proud of this milestone, the WHO report highlights that much work remains,” Orlova said. “We have proven it is not only feasible to meet the iTFA recommendations while being mindful of saturated fat levels, but it can also be done without discernably changing the taste or texture of consumers’ favorite foods. We call upon other industry players to follow our lead and remove iTFAs from all their products, too.”
Cargill has also taken steps to help advance industry-wide reformulation during the past two years, particularly in countries that did not have iTFA regulation at the time of the company’s commitment. Among its actions, in Pakistan, Cargill partnered with the Sustainable Development Policy Institute on a public awareness campaign. In Malaysia and Mexico, the company interacted with industry, academic and government stakeholders to raise awareness of WHO best practices, while sharing experiences and expertise in iTFA reformulation.
1 “Countdown to 2023: WHO Report on Global Trans Fat Elimination,” World Health Organization, 2022. Download at: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240067233
About Cargill
Cargill is committed to providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.
Our 160,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With 159 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come. For more information, visit Cargill.com and our News Center.
To view this piece of content from cts.businesswire.com, please give your consent at the top of this page.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240131485973/en/
About Business Wire
Subscribe to releases from Business Wire
Subscribe to all the latest releases from Business Wire by registering your e-mail address below. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Latest releases from Business Wire
AEVEX Achieves AS9100 Certification6.2.2025 16:18:00 CET | Press release
AEVEX Aerospace, a global leader in cutting-edge unmanned systems and services, is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious AS9100 certification for its Tampa, Florida facility. This internationally recognized standard provides the framework for developing and implementing quality management systems within the aviation, space, and defense industry. Achieved in just 9 months from official project launch, this certification further demonstrates the AEVEX commitment to delivering world-class products to the aerospace and defense markets. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250206206147/en/ AEVEX Aerospace achieves AS9100 certification, reinforcing its commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence in aerospace and defense. (Graphic: Business Wire) AS9100, an industry-specific enhancement of ISO9001, establishes a set of robust quality management requirements to ensure the reliable delivery of safe, hi
Rimini Street Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of its Corporate Foundation with a $100,000 RMNI LOVE Charitable Grant Giveaway6.2.2025 15:00:00 CET | Press release
Company’s self-funded charitable program invites certified charities in select cities to apply for one of ten $10,000 grants Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support and innovation solutions, the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software, today announced a $100,000 RMNI LOVE Charitable Grant Giveaway, commemorating the 10th anniversary of its self-funded philanthropic program, the Rimini Street Foundation. Registered charities in select cities across the globe, where a concentrated number of Rimini Street employees and clients are represented, are invited to apply for one of ten $10,000 grants, to be awarded throughout 2025 at various in-person gatherings. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250206639812/en/ Rimini Street Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of its Corporate Foundation with a $100,000 RMNI LOVE Charitable Grant Giveaw
A Beloved Classic Just Got Sweeter Than Ever; Candy Crush Solitaire™ Launches Worldwide6.2.2025 14:00:00 CET | Press release
King, the interactive entertainment company behind the world-famous Candy Crush® franchise, today launches Candy Crush Solitaire™on mobile devices worldwide. Candy Crush Solitaire brings a fresh take to the classic card game, combining the timeless fun of solitaire with the vibrant and colorful world of Candy Crush. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250206977362/en/ Candy Crush Solitaire gameplay (Graphic: King) Candy Crush Solitaire offers players a fun, mentally stimulating challenge, combining the familiar gameplay of TriPeaks solitaire with challenging levels, innovative gameplay, and tasty rewards, as they are immersed into the sensory and whimsical Candy Crush universe. Beloved characters join players on a sweet journey around the world, collecting Candified postcards and delicious rewards as they progress through the game, solving puzzles and stacking cards. This new mobile game offering will launch with
Saudi Sports for All Federation Unveils Riyadh Marathon Route, Venues, and Sponsors for Inaugural SFA International Sporting Events6.2.2025 13:41:00 CET | Press release
The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) has announced key details for the inaugural 2025 SFA International Sporting Events, which include the SFA Expo and Riyadh Marathon. The SFA Expo will take place from February 5-7, 2025, at Riyadh’s JAX District, while the Riyadh Marathon is set for Saturday, February 8, 2025. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250206409638/en/ Saudi Sports for All Federation Unveils Riyadh Marathon Route, Venues, and Sponsors for Inaugural SFA International Sporting Events (Photo: AETOSWire) The SFA Expo will serve as the marathon’s bib collection hub and will feature interactive zones focused on sports, health, and fitness, showcasing cutting-edge equipment, wellness activities, and emerging technologies. The event will also include a B2B lounge for industry networking, and workshops on mindfulness and nutrition. Another highlight will be the Primal Race on Friday, February 7, a function
Align Partners Submits Shareholder Proposals at Coway Co., Ltd. to Protect the Interests of Minority Shareholders6.2.2025 13:00:00 CET | Press release
Proposals follow Coway’s failure to respond to governance concerns surrounding how the Board manages conflicts of interest with its largest shareholder, Netmarble.Align submitted shareholder proposals to strengthen the independent oversight mechanism at Coway by nominating an independent governance and capital markets expert.To ensure minority shareholder representation is upheld, and meet market best practice, Align is also proposing Coway to introduce cumulative voting. Align Partners Capital Management Inc. ("Align Partners"), a shareholder of Coway Co., Ltd. ("Coway" or "Company") since 2023, submitted 4 shareholder proposals on February 6, 2025, for the upcoming Annual General Meeting (“AGM”). These proposals aim to ensure that Coway’s governance works for all, and not just its largest shareholder. More specifically, Align Partners will be seeking support to appoint Namuh Rhee, an independent governance and capital markets expert and Chair of the Korea Corporate Governance Forum,
In our pressroom you can read all our latest releases, find our press contacts, images, documents and other relevant information about us.
Visit our pressroom