IMCD Group, a global leading distribution and formulation partner of speciality chemicals and ingredients, unveils its enhanced food & nutrition laboratory in Jakarta, Indonesia, which also includes an ultra-high temperature pilot laboratory (UHT Pilot Lab) for the development and innovation solutions in beverage, soup and sauces across Asia Pacific.

The facility caters to the bakery, beverage, savoury, dairy, and nutrition segments, offering innovative concepts and technical solutions to address evolving industry demands, supported by a comprehensive product portfolio. The laboratory aims to facilitate collaboration with customers in developing complex ingredient formulations and stay ahead of key market trends.

A key highlight of the facility is the UHT Pilot Lab, allowing customers to run trials and develop formulations at greater flexibility without interrupting their daily operations.

“The upgraded facility demonstrates our commitment to continually enhance our offerings and drive innovation for our customers in Indonesia and Asia-Pacific,” said Jeremia Kevin, APAC Technical Manager for Food & Nutrition at IMCD. “Connected globally through an extensive technical network, we are confident we can tap on global resources coupled with local expertise to support our customers and partners in meeting evolving consumer demand.”

“Amid growing demand for innovative and high-quality UHT products, our enhanced facilities reflect our commitment to staying ahead of market trends and empowering customers to seize new opportunities,” said Laura Alibani, Regional Business Group Director, IMCD Food & Nutrition APAC. “With our enhanced laboratory and UHT Pilot Lab, customers now have unique support from our technical team to accelerate their innovative developments and shorten their route to market through a collaborative and agile approach.”