Cargill launches canola lecithin for label-conscious consumers

Global food company Cargill has enhanced its line of emulsifiers with the introduction of deoiled canola lecithin.

With this new addition, the company now offers three plant-sourced lecithin options, namely soy, sunflower and canola, to in US and Canadian markets.

Cargill's canola lecithin can be used in organic products and does not have to be declared as a major food allergen.

Cargill marketing manager Kathrine Lutz said: “We are continually working to develop products that meet the shifting expectations of today's label-conscious consumers.

“Increasingly, our customers are looking for cost-effective, label-friendly ingredients. With the addition of canola, customers can be assured that whatever their needs, we have a lecithin option that will work for them.”

The company claims that its canola lecithin is a versatile emulsifier and dispersing agent, which can be used in a wide variety of food applications, including chocolate and confectionery, as well as bakery and convenience items.

It further explained that the dispersibility, functionality, taste and colour are comparable to soy and sunflower lecithin.

Cargill said that its canola lecithin may be used as a one-to-one replacement for other lecithin types, making it easy for food manufacturers to incorporate into their product lines with only minor adaptations.