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At Sensient Flavors, we focus on going the extra step to help our customers achieve successful results. For that reason, we pay meticulous attention to customer requirements throughout application development. But the process doesn’t end there; we use our flavor industry expertise to provide a comprehensive variety of products and value-added services designed to help you achieve your goals -- before, during and after your applications are developed. Here are a few of the services we offer:
Consumer Insight and Trend Tracking
Sensient’s R&D teams continually study regional and global market trends and consumer preferences, to help our customers stay ahead of the curve. Thanks to our ongoing research, analysis and forecasting program, we’re up-to-date on industry trends -- and equipped to assist you in achieving your short-term and long-term goals. Is your company ready to explore the latest trend-inspired flavors? Contact us at flavors@sensient-tech.com to request a “Feature Flavor Kit” today! From Superfruit to Asian-inspired flavors, Sensient’s Feature Flavor Kits offer a wide variety of exceptional taste solutions.
Application Development
At Sensient, our application specialists, flavor chemists and chefs have access to an extensive library of proven application formulations and recipes. By tapping into this unique asset, and working closely with our customers’ technical and marketing staffs, we’re able to develop exceptional applications that excel in consumer trials. And at Sensient, you can rely on consistent customer support -- from initial concept through to launch.
Sensory Services
Sensient has nine Sensory Evaluation Laboratories throughout the world, featuring high-tech tasting booths and computerized data collection services. In addition, Sensient uses internal and external panels for such things as flavor matching assessment and ingredient substitution. Panels are also used for map-tasting parameters against consumer preference data. As part of our Sensory Service, we use “Common Flavor Language” (a list of descriptive words that help define a product).
Culinary Services
Sensient’s culinary team consists of industry experts who identify current trends in fine dining and subsequently create “gold standard” flavor profiles. Our culinary team also collaborates with our Beverage, Savory and Sweet technical units, offering culinary innovation across all markets.
Pilot Plant
At Sensient, our technical staff has access to state-of-the-art pilot plant equipment. This equipment allows Sensient to mimic a variety of common processing conditions, ensuring optimal performance for our customers’ Beverage, Savory and Sweet products.
Regulatory Services
In recent years, quality assurance and regulatory requirements have become more and more rigid. In response, Sensient has built a global regulatory team, supported by a state-of-the-art regulatory management system. Need to ensure your products are compliant with industry standards? You can depend on our team to provide accurate, up-to-date information.
Technical Services
Sensient offers beverage manufacturers a variety of technical solutions and services, ranging from finished product formulations and troubleshooting assistance to professional consultations regarding first-time production runs, packaging, and more.
Manufacturing
Sensient provides flexible, versatile options, designed to help you meet your manufacturing needs. With multiple pack sizes and specialty services, such as incorporating small quantity ingredients into finished flavor systems, Sensient has what it takes to meet your most exacting manufacturing requirements.