Encapsulation Technology

摘要

Greater consumer expectations and marketplace competition have heightened flavor quality hurdles. Historical means of delivering flavor in confections are inefficient and passe. To protect flavors from degradation and to extend shelf life, encapsulation is an enhancement. There are numerous encapsulation options for confections. The encapsulation options are driven by cost and functionality, and flavor load requirements (Figure 9). Cost-in-use is critical to determining the best choice.