South African Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Review - Volume 39, Issue 3, March 2012

Although the US and UK ethnic care markets have been described as heavily saturated, research shows that this is yet to be the case for African, and specifically sub-Saharan African, markets.

Tetrahydrocurcuminoids (THC), available locally through Savannah Fine Chemicals, is a colourless hydrogenated product derived from the yellow curcuminoids - the biologically active principles from the rhizomes of Curcuma longa. It functions as an efficient antioxidant compounds.

Powdermix Technologies formulates, blends and packs protein shakes and other instant beverages under contract for brand owners. Powdermix has been manufacturing a large number of instantly recognisable, market-leading products since 1998, ranging from sports nutrition to slimming, general health and wellness products, and products for special dietary needs.

The feeling of heavy and swollen legs and ankles often accompanied by painful cramping is a wide-spread phenomenon, particularly common in women who sit or sand in one position for prolonged periods of time, and those who lack proper regular exercise.

Pharma Dynamics is one of the fastest-growing South African pharmaceutical companies. CEO Paul Anley discusses the future of the local and global market.

Using a basic marketing technique, throughout a product line can create more impact on the consumer. From the tablet to the POS signage, the colour scheme needs to be simple yet effective.

Local contract manufacturer, Prime Products Manufacturing, has been awarded ISO 22 716 GMP accreditation. 'As a result of a demand from our customers, we began looking into what it would take to achieve this,' says MD Dr Kaaiman Schutte.

A new development in packaging allows manufacturers to save costs and negates the need for silica gel sachets.

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PRB's pharmaceutical and cosmetic divisions acquired by Marchesini

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Readable labelling from Raflatac

Since the re-introduction of our Packaging Review supplement late last year, we've enjoyed extremely positive feedback from readers and it seems we've hit the nail on the head when it comes to providing relevant and interesting content about packaging in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.

Neopac focuses on new materials for roll-on balls

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Medical packaging displayed by Amcor

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Growth in demand for bags on valve

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Safer transport of pharma products

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Thermal code for easy product identification

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New developments in polypropylene

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Gerresheimer partners with YSL

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New appointments at PolyOne

With the demands on information required on packaging today it is very difficult to keep a balance between what is needed and what is economical. Once the design and layout of a label has been confirmed, and all the relevant information is added to the label, it is time to see where costs can be saved based on the size of the label. This is actually a very simple exercise if you are talking to the right people or company. In January, we focused on the construction of the label as a way to save costs, this month we look at changing the size of the label.

Companies around the world are feeling the pressure of the economic recession and have to find new and innovative ways to compete for a share of their industry.

Burg Design is a leading branding consultancy, based in Centurion, that has built and is continuing to build a strong trustworthy reputation in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.

Atlantic Zeiser Group, a leading developer and supplier of modules and end to end system solutions for industrial digital and security printing, has developed and installed an integrated printing module at August Faller. The OMEGA 72i DoD inkjet printer and ecofriendly UV LED curing system SMARTCURE 75/400 for folding carton production has been designed to meet the special demands of pharmaceutical folding carton printing, coding and quality verification with wastegate control for medicinal product packaging.

The 45th edition of Cosmopack has confirmed its relevance in a changing market and maintaining a positive outlook for the future. Almost 176 000 attendees in four days showed that the show remains one of the most well-attended international shows, especially in the European industry.

A successful seminar with a difference, brimming with useful learnings, intermingled with fun activities and valuable networking opportunities, was the overwhelming feedback at the end of the South African Association of the Flavor & Fragrance Industry (SAAFFI) Make it through the MAZE seminar held in Midrand on 15 March for members of the industry and their customers.

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (Coschem) has held another successful annual general meeting. Ettiene Retief of FTR Services reported that that society's financials were all in good order with a favourable bank balance. The balance sheet detailed that the assets exceed the liabilities, which he stated was excellent financial practice.