Bunge, a global leader in food and agribusiness, has recently launched Coberine 206, a patent-pending shea-based Cocoa Butter Equivalent (CBE) that addresses critical challenges chocolate manufacturers and artisanal chocolate makers face when creating soft chocolate and ganache products.
Katherine Huang, Senior Commercial Director Food Solutions Asia at Bunge said, “In the past decade, the global artisanal soft chocolate market has gained significant popularity among younger consumers seeking indulgent treats, especially in Asian and Middle Eastern countries.” She added, “The short shelf life, ranging from 1 week to 3 months, often deters industry entry. Bunge addresses this challenge with Coberine 206, offering a longer lasting premium soft chocolate taste, which is a game-changer for this market.”
Coberine 206 will launch first in Asia and the Middle East and offers food manufacturers and artisanal chocolate makers the following benefits:
- Premium soft chocolate taste: Crafted for an indulgent taste experience, it ensures a premium, soufflee-like texture, taking soft chocolate creations to the next level.
- Longer shelf life: Coberine 206 extends the shelf life of soft chocolate products up to 12 months while ensuring a consistent premium taste over time.
- Reduced costs: Because Coberine 206 products can be stored at room temperature, no refrigeration is needed, simplifying logistics and reducing costs associated with storage and transportation.
For chocolate manufacturers and artisanal chocolate makers, Coberine 206 effectively lowers the barriers to entry into the soft chocolate and ganache market allowing for broader market reach and enhanced premium product offerings, while also opening new opportunities for larger scale production and distribution.
Bunge is the world’s leader in oilseed processing and a leading producer and supplier of specialty plant-based oils and fats. Bunge collaborates with customers to develop tailored and innovative solutions to meet evolving dietary needs and trends in every part of the world. Swiss-based Bunge has approximately 23,000 dedicated employees working across approximately 300 facilities located in more than 40 countries.
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