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CONTENTS 6 NEWS

24 HAIR CARE

Waterless formulations for eco-friendly products

Wacker Biotech introduces Libatec

Investment in antimalarial treatment to combat resistance Firmenich moves into renewable ingredients

26 INDUSTRY TALK How connected is your manufacturing in 2020?

9 EVENTS HPCI SA expo and Coschem conference join forces once again In-cosmetics Global postponed to end-June

14 BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

18

Bring a little

28 PACKAGING PROFILES

Baralan brings 'Made in Italy' to the world

New plastic squeeze tubes from Designa

Rotolabel pushes boundaries in sustainability

bling to the bathroom

Gentle, natural exfoliation active to brighten skin o6 Agencies reveals its new logo and strategic direction Tips to dazzle bath and body care products

20 PHARMA FOCUS:

TABLETTING & ENCAPSULATION

22

Hersol installs a high-speed encapsulation machine

I Holland discusses dwell time in

tablet production

8

Combatting COVID-19

requires a worldwide research effort

How does dwell time impact tablet manufacturing?

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FROM THE EDITOR

Africa can survive COVID-19

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PHARMACEUTICAL & COSMETIC REVIEW AFRICA

THE TEAM EDITORIAL

Editor: Abby Vorster +27 (0)11 877 6038 abby.vorster@newmedia.co.za Layout & Design: Naresh Budraj Sub-editor: Katrien Smit Contributors: Rob Blanchard, Antony Bourne, Elena Cañadas, Raquel Delgado, Alicia Gimenez, Laia González, Olga Laporta, Karen Maier

ince the eradication of the West

effective means of exfoliation to address

African Ebola virus epidemic,

hyperpigmentation, global fragrance trends

ADVERTISING

which occurred between 2013

relevant to the African market and how to

and 2016, Africa is now on a collision

use special effect pigments to add some

Sales Executive: Carla Melless +27 (0)83 260 6060 carla.melless@newmedia.co.za

course with COVID-19. According to www.covidvisualizer.com, almost all of

sparkle to bath and body products.

Tabletting and encapsulation come

Africa’s 54 countries have reported cases

under the spotlight in our pharma focus.

of the coronavirus, with the pandemic

Turn to page 20 to read about the new

set to have drastic consequences on the

high-speed, fully automated encapsulation

continent. Although this is only the start for

machine installed at Hersol Manufacturing

Africa, many countries are already feeling

Laboratories, and on page 22, Rob

the impact of the disruptions in global

Blanchard of I Holland investigates the

supply chains.

way in which dwell time impacts on

Shortages in basic consumers goods are

tablet manufacturing.

Sales Executive: Anita Raath +27 (0)82 976 6541 anita.raath@newmedia.co.za Sales Executive: Candida Giambo-Kruger +27 (0)71 438 1918 candida.giambo-kruger@newmedia.co.za INTERNATIONAL SALES Germany/Austria/Switzerland: Eisenacher Medien Erhardt Eisenacher +49 228 249 9860 info@eisenacher-medien.de Italy: Ngcombroker Giacomo Rotunno +39 370 101 4694 g.rotunno@ngcombroker.com

evident and healthcare systems are under

We take a look at the growing demand

more pressure than ever, as a result of their

for waterless formulations in our hair care

high external dependence on medical

feature on page 24. Waterless beauty

and pharmaceutical imports. According

products are formulated with botanical

to a recent report from the United Nations

ingredients and oils, instead of large

Taiwan: Ringier Trade Media Sydney Lai +886 4 2329 7318 sydneylai@ringier.com.hk

Economic Commission for Africa, 80% of

quantities of water. They are also a great

CIRCULATION

pharmaceutical products used in Africa are

way for brands to meet consumers’

imported from Europe, India and China.

environmental responsibility and

Circulation Manager: Felicity Garbers felicity.garbers@newmedia.co.za

sustainability needs.

PUBLISHING TEAM

Despite these challenges, experts believe that Africa will survive the coronavirus

Please be sure to check out the

General Manager: Dev Naidoo

pandemic, just as it survived Ebola. Yet,

packaging profiles on page 28. This

Production Controller: Mandy Ackerman

African leaders need to act swiftly, adopting

newly launched feature offers a

Art Director: David Kyslinger

strategic interventions such as the total

comprehensive overview of three leading

travel ban instituted in Morocco, the

packaging suppliers.

national lockdown implemented in South

The P&C Review Africa team wishes our

Africa and strict social distancing and

valued readers and clients good health,

containment strategies underway in various

safety, resilience and

countries worldwide.

positivity during the

And once the pandemic is behind us,

uncertain times

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brought about by

to implement the long-awaited free trade

the spread of the

MANAGEMENT TEAM

zones. This will help so many of the suppliers

coronavirus.

MANAGING DIRECTOR: Aileen Lamb

and manufacturers featured in this edition of P&C Review Africa to overcome the short-

Take care and enjoy

term economic impact of the pandemic.

the read!

In our beauty innovations feature on page 14, you can read about an active botanical ingredient that offers a mild yet

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SAMI-SABINSA GROUP SCOOPS THREE IMPRESSIVE AWARDS

NEWS

WACKER BIOTECH INTRODUCES LIBATEC Wacker Biotech’s facility in Amsterdam where LMPs are produced in large stainless steel fermenters

ON 28 FEBRUARY, the Sami-Sabinsa Group was honoured with three awards by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) at the third edition of its Beauty, Wellness and Personal Care Awards, in New Delhi.

ASSOCHAM acknowledged the group’s founder and chairman, Dr Muhammed Majeed, for his immense

WACKER BIOTECH IS now marketing its

of LMPs at Wacker Biotech are based on an efficient,

contribution to shaping the Indian cosmeceutical

technology platform for developing and manufacturing

comprehensive production platform known as Libatec.

industry, by presenting him with the Legend of Natural

live microbial products (LMPs) under the brand name Libatec.

The first step in manufacturing LMPs is to grow bacteria in a culture medium in small bioreactors.

LMPs are a promising class of therapeutic products,

Cosmeceuticals award.

The group also received accolades for Best

This is followed by fermentation in larger reactors,

Personal Care Product of the Year 2020 for its premium

which open the door to new medical treatments.

during which the actual production of micro-organisms

beauty product, Johara Turmeric Bath Soap, and Best

The Wacker group is bundling its biopharmaceutical

takes place. In a multi-stage process, the organisms

Cosmetic Ingredient Manufacturer of the Year for

activities within Wacker Biotech, a contract

obtained are subsequently separated from

Sami Labs.

development and manufacturing organisation, notable

undesirable constituents, and then purified and

for its innovative technologies.

concentrated. One of the many challenges in the LMP

from ASSOCHAM. The Ayurveda-based approach to

LMPs, or pharmaceuticals that contain living

"It’s a tremendous honour to receive this award

production process is that sterile filtration is not an

cosmetics has inspired formulations containing herbs

micro-organisms, are an area of growing interest

option, since LMPs consist of living micro-organisms,

and other natural ingredients that form an integral

for many manufacturers. The purpose of these live

which would not survive the process. The final step

part of daily skin care regimens. Highly regarded and

actives is to cure or prevent a wide variety of diseases,

involves converting the finished LMP to a stable form,

valued, these products reaffirm the vast knowledge of

including infectious diseases, cancer, inflammatory and

followed by dispensing, packaging and preparing it

the ancient Indian traditional system of medicine by

metabolic diseases, dermatological diseases and more.

for transport. A fill and finish plant, including freeze-

providing excellent results. Johara is a scientifically-

drying equipment (lyophilisation), is available for this

driven brand crafted from years of meticulous research

medications from laboratory direct to a clinical setting.

purpose at the Amsterdam site. "This allows us to offer

and utilising time-tested botanical ingredients," says

This will generate major growth opportunities for us

a completely closed production system, which is a

Dr Majeed. The Sami-Sabinsa Group was previously

as a microbial contract manufacturer and for our

deciding factor in meeting the quality requirements

honoured by ASSOCHAM and the Johara Cosmetics

customers," says Dr Susanne Leonhartsberger, MD of

of regulatory agencies and our customers,"

division in 2018.

Wacker Biotech. The development and production

Dr Leonhartsberger concludes.•

"What we have here is a new generation of

ASSOCHAM’s Beauty, Wellness and Personal Care Awards celebrate those who have consistently met

INTEGRA UNVEILS INNOVATIVE HIGH VOLUME PIPETTES Integra’s new high volume pipettes in action

volume multichannel pipettes – especially

the unique beauty and wellness needs of multicultural Indians. The star-studded event recognises individuals, organisations and brands that have achieved excellence in the fields of cosmetics, wellness and personal care.•

useful for cell culture applications. The manually actuated plunger allows you to generate significantly more force for aspirating and dispensing than an electronic pipette, making them perfect for vigorous mixing and breaking up cell pellets.

The new pipettes retain the same

WITH THE LAUNCH of two new Evolve

beneficial features of the Evolve pipette

manual pipettes, Integra Biosciences is

range, including quick set dials that allow

expanding its comprehensive collection

volumes to be set in the blink of an eye, and

of pipettes. The new pipettes consist of

a lightweight ergonomic design for more

high volume eight and 12 channel options

comfortable and productive pipetting.

offering a market leading capacity of 1 250µl per channel.

The incredibly popular Evolve family

All Evolve pipettes use Integra’s GripTip pipette tips. The range also includes a

Dr Majeed received the award from Sandeep Marwah, chancellor at AAFT University of Media & Art, and Jennifer Graham, spouse of Nadir Patel of the Canadian High Commission of India

number of specialty tips aimed at cellular

already offers users a full assortment of

applications, such as 1 250µl short tips – for

single, eight, 12 and 16 channel manual

more ergonomic pipetting – and wide bore

96/384 – a compact, affordable and

pipettes, covering a volume range of 0.2

tips, which help to eliminate cell shearing

easy to use solution for 24, 96 and 384

to 5 000µl.

and aid pipetting of viscous solutions.

channel pipetting. This model enables filling,

The latest additions have been developed in response to customers’ requests for large

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For higher throughput cell-based applications, Integra also offers the VIAFLO

mixing or seeding of an entire plate in one dispense. •

NEWS

LIPIDOR AND AURENA LABS COLLABORATE ON DISINFECTANT SPRAY PRODUCTION

Testing, in line with European standards EN 1500 and EN 14476, showed the disinfectant spray provides

WITH THE ONGOING spread of COVID-19,

customers in Europe as well as certain markets in

effective killing of bacteria as

caused by the new coronavirus, demand for

Asia. There is a great deal of interest from the market

well as both enveloped and

disinfectants has snowballed and many products are

for this product category. Skin Disinfection Spray will

non-enveloped viruses.

facing supply shortages.

be available in 50mℓ and 100mℓ bottles and can

Lipidor previously developed Skin Disinfection

also be offered to customers on a private label basis.

Spray for hand and skin disinfection, based on

"The disinfectant spray is based on our patented

"We are pleased to be able to offer this effective product that

its patented technology. The company has now

Akvano technology. In addition to effectively killing

hopefully can make everyday

decided, in cooperation with Aurena Laboratories,

viruses, bacteria and fungi through its alcohol

life easier for those who move in virus-exposed

to start producing the spray. As part of this initiative,

content, it moisturises and softens the skin. It can

environments and want to reduce the risk of

10 000 spray bottles will be donated to areas in

be used repeatedly, even on sensitive skin," says

virus infection," notes Magnus Hedman, chairman

China particularly affected by COVID-19. Aurena

Jan Holmbäck, CSO of Lipidor, which will receive

of the board and business development director for

Laboratories will offer the Skin Disinfection Spray to

licensing revenues on sales.

Aurena Laboratories.•

Mondi sets sight on fully biodegradable nonwoven for wipes

A GLOBAL LEADER in packaging and paper, Mondi has developed a new

"The innovative technology means we can produce

Carded Airlaid Carded (CAC) line to create a more sustainable three-layer same as

100% biodegradable, high-performance

above. This can be used for personal hygiene and cleaning purposes. This new line

nonwovens for wipes that are more

will use 100% cellulose content, including viscose and pulp from certified sources,

accessible, and we are looking forward

resulting in a nonwoven material that is fully biodegradable.

to introducing this to the market," explains

The new technology being employed for the planned CAC line – located at

Kelly Wright, Mondi’s product expert for

Mondi’s plant in Ascania, Germany – will make it possible to combine three layers

personal care

into a highly functional and stable composite material. This will deliver optimal

and components.

absorption and lotion load for high-quality biodegradable wipes and uses fewer resources than comparable carded mono-structures. The technology will be able

The new line is set to be fully operational by 2021. •

to produce the entire sustainable nonwoven material in-line, while enabling hydroembossing to increase softness and improve cleaning power.

Mondi’s vision is to contribute to a better world, and its focus lies in producing innovative products that are sustainable by design.

Samples of the new sustainable nonwoven material will be presented at Index 2020, at Mondi’s booth 1560, taking place in Geneva from 20 to 23 October

MAJOR INVESTMENT IN ANTIMALARIAL TREATMENT HOPES TO COMBAT RESISTANCE THE EUROPEAN & Developing Countries

Gabon, Germany, Mozambique, Spain and Uganda.

and European expertise to conduct these projects

Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) awarded a fresh

In addition to Novartis, other pharmaceutical

to address unmet needs, but also support the

grant to the new PAMAfrica research consortium

companies may join the consortium as partners.

training and development of the next generation

led by Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV).

The PAMAfrica research consortium will conduct

of leaders in clinical malaria research in Africa,"

The consortium will support the development of

three clinical trials, supporting efforts to build

explains Dr Timothy Wells, chief scientific

new treatments for malaria in the most at-risk

clinical capacity and train scientists across Africa.

officer of MMV and the coordinator of the

populations, including babies, patients with severe

"All three of these research projects address

PAMAfrica group.

malaria, and those with drug-resistant infections.

areas of urgent need in malaria treatment.

The EDCTP grant of €21.9 million is to be matched

Antimalarial drug resistance, originally seen in

World Health Organization (WHO) and the Lancet

by funding from MMV, Novartis and partners. Over

Southeast Asia, is being reported in Africa and may

Commission have made it clear that defeating

five years, the grant will support the development of

threaten current treatments. It is important to have

malaria will demand new tools, including new and

a portfolio of projects executed under the umbrella

new therapies that are active against this emerging

better medicines. The 2019 WHO World Malaria

of the PAMAfrica research consortium. Clinical trial

threat of resistance. The work on infants and in

Report states that global malaria deaths are

capabilities in Africa will also be strengthened to

severe malaria areas is groundbreaking in bringing

declining at a slower rate than in recent years

ensure each site involved can effectively operate

medicines to this neglected group.

and highlights the need for improved interventions

to ICH-GCP regulatory standards. The consortium includes research organisations from Burkina Faso,

Thanks to this critical support from EDCTP, we are not only able to bring together the necessary African

Recent reports on Malaria Eradication from the

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NEWS

Firmenich to become a key player in renewable ingredients Firmenich. We share the same passion for our customers and sustainability, as well as strong family values," says Patrick Firmenich, chairman of the Firmenich board.

"DRT will strengthen our leading perfumery and ingredients business, enabling us to offer our customers the world’s best palette of renewable and sustainable ingredients," notes Gilbert Ghostine, Firmenich’s CEO. "DRT will bring new capabilities in health and nutrition, cosmetics, as well as a number of new markets, including adhesives, coatings and agriculture. This acquisition reinforces our presence in France, our second-largest market, where we have been established for more than 120 years. I look forward to partnering with all our customers to support their THE GLOBAL PRODUCER of fragrances and flavours recently announced its

transformation for a sustainable future."

plans to acquire Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques (DRT). DRT is a world leader

DRT develops sustainable, renewable and naturally derived ingredients from

in plant-based chemistry, mainly from pine trees, and is one of the leading suppliers

terpenes and rosin derivatives, offering green alternatives for a range of applications

globally of high quality, renewable ingredients.

and markets. The family owned company, based in France, is known for its access to

"I am thrilled to bring DRT’s unique capabilities for developing sustainable ingredients to Firmenich. This proposed combination builds on our business

sustainable raw materials, best in class extraction and distillation capabilities, and advanced innovation processes.

Financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. The proposed transaction

partnership of more than 30 years and our established track record of successful codevelopment in a long-standing joint venture. We thank Ardian and Tikehau Capital

remains subject to several conditions, including consultation with the relevant

for their strong stewardship. We are delighted to welcome all DRT colleagues to

employee representatives and customary approvals by antitrust authorities. •

COMBATTING COVID-19 REQUIRES A WORLDWIDE RESEARCH EFFORT LEADING DATA AND analytics company,

TCM to standard health

GlobalData has analysed several of the

education is more

largest COVID-19 clinical trials in terms of

effective than health

participant size.

education alone in

"GDCT0379047 (ChiCTR2000029573) and

preventing COVID-19.

GDCT0379500 (ChiCTR2000029602) are

This trial is located in

the two largest coronavirus trials, with both

Hubei, China and is

trials aiming to recruit 600 participants,"

sponsored by the Hubei

says Mohamed Abukar, clinical trials

Hospital of Traditional

analyst at GlobalData.

Chinese Medicine in

Trial GDCT0379047, an interventional

collaboration with the

planned Phase IV trial, tests the efficacy

State Administration

and safety of a recombinant cytokine

of Traditional Chinese

gene-derived protein injection combined

Medicine.

with Umifenovir (Arbidol), Lopinavir/

"Evidently, a substantial

Litonavir. The study aims to combine the

research effort has been

immunostimulatory effects of the cytokine

geared toward therapies

gene-derived protein injection with the anti-

utilising Umifenovir, or

viral properties of Umifenovir and Lopinavir/

TCM with four of the top

Litonavir against COVID-19. This trial is

five clinical trials involving

located in Zhejiang, China and is sponsored

these agents. Yet, to

by the Zhejiang University School of Medicine

effectively combat the

Hospital 1 in collaboration with Jiehua

disease, a greater level

group, a real estate Fortune Global 500

Biotechnology (Qingdao).

of research and collaboration is required

company, aims to improve collaborative

worldwide. Currently an overwhelming

efforts by awarding a joint US$115 million

ongoing Phase 0 study, aims to test the

amount of the research is being conducted

grant to Harvard and Guangzhou Institute

preventative effects of Traditional Chinese

in China, which may limit the scope of

of Respiratory Disease, with the principle

medicine (TCM) against COVID-19. This

potential therapies being investigated,"

aim of enhancing diagnostic methods and

study aims to determine if the addition of

Abukar points out. "China Evergrande

treatment options of COVID-19." •

Trial GDCT0379500, an interventional

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HPCI SOUH AFRICA OFFERS ACCESS TO AN IMPORTANT GROWTH MARKET

The second edition of HPCI South Africa will again be held in conjunction with the annual scientific conference of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (Coschem).

Both events are scheduled to take place in South Africa on 9 and 10 September at Gallagher Convention Centre, located in Gauteng.

H

PCI is exclusively devoted to

Coschem has announced the call

abstracts for the home care seminar.

ingredients for home and

for papers and posters for the annual

personal care products,

scientific conference. If you are interested

call high-level technical presentations,

The organisers have announced the

particularly those unique to

in presenting a paper or poster at

showcasing latest research and

the African continent. The expo made

the conference, kindly send an email

results that highlight advancements in

its debut in South Africa in 2019, where

to bridget@coschem.co.za for more

ingredients, formulations, legislation and

it opened with 87 exhibitors, including

information on submitting your abstract.

safety pertinent to the home care market.

representation from international

The deadline for submissions is 22 June.

companies, and was attended by more

Conference registrations are also open

The deadline for title and abstract submissions is 31 May; notifications of

than 500 experts and buyers from the

with the early bird registration rate on

acceptance will be distributed by 15 June.

household products and personal care

offer until 17 July. Another highlight of the

Interested parties should send an email to

markets. Visitors and exhibitors were

conference is the annual gala dinner,

sonja.schulte@vincentz.net to submit their

equally satisfied with this premiere.

which takes place on 10 September at

title and abstract of 250 words.

The 2020 instalment of the exhibition

Montecasino in Johannesburg, South

The Coschem Conference together

provides an ideal opportunity for

Africa. The theme for this year’s gala

with the HPCI South Africa exhibition offer

African and international suppliers,

dinner is the Greatest Showman.

a truly exclusive and unique opportunity

manufacturers and agents to network

to meet peers from many African

whilst stimulating growth and trade. As

SAFETY ASSESSOR SEMINAR

countries and gain new insights in the

South Africa is the gateway to Africa,

Additional educational content will be

innovations of the industry. Exhibitors can

participants from all over the continent

provided by the DGK/IKW safety assessor

also book space.•

as well as a global contingency are

seminar. This seminar is organised with

expected to visit this year’s expo.

the support of the Cosmetic, Toiletries &

Major South African and international

Fragrance Association South Africa.

suppliers have already announced their participation.

HOME CARE IN FOCUS New in 2020 at HPCI South Africa is a

SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE

seminar on the show floor, devoted

The Coschem scientific conference will

exclusively to detergents and home

offer an extensive programme of lectures

care products. At this exclusive event,

focusing on the dissemination of scientific

the latest developments in surfactants

information, in line with the theme ‘2020

and sustainable formulations for

The Beauty Odyssey’. Speakers from South

household products will be introduced.

Africa and other global markets will share

Innovative exhibiting companies as

presentations outlining new research,

well as academic or governmental

developments and new materials that

research institutes are invited and

can be brought to market.

strongly encouraged to submit

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REASONS TO ATTEND HPCI SOUTH AFRICA:

• keep on top of ingredients trends •c ompare and source new products and services • s ave time and minimise formulation costs •g ain access to industry thought leaders • network and connect with peers • fuel your creativity.

Visit www.hpci-events.com/southafrica for more information.

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In-cosmetics

celebrates 30 years of innovation The world’s leading cosmetics and personal care event, incosmetics Global is set to break records when it returns to Barcelona for its 30th Birthday. In light of COVID-19, the original show dates have been rescheduled to 30 June to 2 July.

C

INTERACTIVE ELEMENTS

athy Laporte, portfolio director

and Amsterdam. The world-renowned

at Reed Exhibitions, says:

event – which welcomed over 12 000

As one of the most popular areas at

‘The health and safety of our

visitors in 2019 – offers R&D professionals

the show is the Innovation Zone.

exhibitors, visitors and staff are

an unrivalled opportunity to source

This offers visitors a dedicated area to

our number one priority. After many weeks

the latest ingredients, network with key

source ground-breaking materials for

monitoring the evolving situation around

suppliers and learn about the trends

future formulations.

COVID-19 and the notices issued by the

shaping the beauty and personal

World Health Organization and other

care industry.

relevant governments and authorities

Providing a sensory experience on the expo floor, attendees can test, feel and smell ingredients and formulations

from the region, and in close coordination

AN INTERNATIONAL LINE-UP

with all partners involved, we have

At the centre of the event is an

inspiration for their upcoming creations.

decided to postpone the event to June.’

exceptional line-up of exhibitors, many

They can also discover innovative

of which return year on year to showcase

pigments and associated technologies

difficult because of the major importance

their latest innovative ingredients and

at the Make-Up Bar. Through a range of

of this event to the personal care industry.

services at the show. For its debut, in-

ingredient display pods, visitors can find

cosmetics (as it was originally called)

the latest advancements in sustainable

action for all involved to ensure we can

hosted just 60 exhibitors – a number

raw materials at the interactive

deliver a high-quality business event later

which has grown significantly, with 843

Sustainability Corner.

in the year which provides value to both

companies taking part in the 2019 edition.

our exhibitors and attendees. We look

Continuing this momentum, this year the

ingredient experts from the likes of Evonik

forward to returning to Barcelona at the

exhibitor line-up is expected to include

and Azelis, a free to attend programme of

end of June and thank our exhibitors,

95% of the industry’s biggest names,

interactive sessions within the Formulation

partners, suppliers and visitors for their

including the likes of Croda, Ashland

Lab will provide R&D laboratory staff

support during this challenging time,’

and Clariant. The 2020 show is also set

working for cosmetics manufacturers

she adds.

to welcome a host of first-time exhibitors,

with exclusive secrets to put into practice

ensuring visitors have an opportunity to

when formulating.

Laporte says the decision has been

‘We believe it is the best course of

at the Sensory Bar, while finding

Previously hosted by personal care

GLOBAL GROWTH AND MARKET TRENDS

meet suppliers of all levels in the industry.

Growth in the beauty and personal care industry reached a decade high last

LEADING EDUCATION PROGRAMME

year and is set to continue unabated,

The expo has also become synonymous

learning through live demonstrations,

according to Euromonitor. In fact, the

with opportunities to gain extensive

the Fragrance Zone, Testing & Regulation

value of the global cosmetics products

market intelligence as well as trends,

Zone, Lab Zone, specialist country

market is expected to reach USD 805.61

facts, figures, industry analysis and

pavilions, exclusive R&D Tours and the

billion by 2023, propelled by major

research data from all corners of the

exceptionally popular Indie Trail, which

trends such as conscious consumerism,

personal care industry.

launched for the first time at in-cosmetics

advancements in beauty technology and

First launched at the turn of the

Despite the postponement, the comprehensive programme planned for the three days will remain the same, delivering endless, free opportunities for

Global 2019.

the rise of ‘skintellectuals’. It’s against this

millennium, the Marketing Trends Theatre

backdrop that in-cosmetics Global, the

continues to command many of the

on the second day of the 2020 show to

world’s leading personal care ingredients

industry’s foremost thought leaders to

celebrate diversity and inclusivity in the

event, returns to Barcelona in 2020.

share their expertise 20 years on.

worldwide beauty industry, spanning

A comprehensive educational

gender, identity, ethnicity and race.•

The event will be hosted in the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia

programme of Technical Seminars

region for the sixth time in the show’s

also helps attendees find inspiration

three-decade history, having previously

for new product formulations and to

taken place in other major cities across

discover alternative solutions for

Europe, including London, Paris, Milan

existing projects.

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COMPANY FOCUS

An aerial view of AECI’s Chem Park, located in Gauteng, South Africa

At the forefront of FRUGAL INNOVATION As a company that has been around for the last 100 years, AECI knows what it takes to survive in an ever-changing socio-economic environment. Its product portfolio grows and adjusts to the business environment, but its people stay consistent in their commitment and engagement with customers. The team is driven by the ‘AECI Bigger’ values of being bold and engaged, innovative, going green and acting responsibly. This is evident in a series of internal developments, which, in the long run, will benefit people, the planet and the industries it serves.

C

hemSystems, a business of AECI, has always been a strong player

are safe, effective and sustainable.

AECI is currently active in 32 countries

in the consumer specialities

within Africa. The AECI Specialty Chemicals

market in South Africa, servicing

business, together with its existing

CHEMSYSTEMS WILL NOW BE TAKING ON A STRONGER AECI IDENTITY WITH THE NEW NAME, AECI SPECIALTY CHEMICALS

over 1 200 customers nationally and

technology partners, will be leveraging

globally. ChemSystems’ 60-year history

AECI’s existing footprint to offer a complete

laboratory, fully equipped to formulate

is built on a reputation of passion and

basket of products to the personal care and

products from start to finish, including

commitment to creating lasting, relevant

home care markets in Africa.

stability testing. This allows the technical team to swiftly test possible product

partnerships with its employees, customers and suppliers. Remaining agile in a tough

SERVICES

replacements, make adjustments to

economic environment is a key strength for

To expand its service offering to customers,

existing customer formulations or

its continued success.

AECI Specialty Chemicals established a

formulate from scratch.

As a proud subsidiary of AECI,

new microbiological testing laboratory in

ChemSystems will now be taking on a

2019. The lab is fully equipped to service a

PRODUCT OFFERING

stronger AECI identity with the new name

variety of industries, offer global regulatory

AECI Specialty Chemicals has always

AECI Specialty Chemicals. The company

advice and a multitude of service options

believed in partnering with the right global

will continue to provide raw materials

for customers.

that meet the changing demands of

According to Jacques Strydom,

the personal care, home care and

technical manager for personal care

pharmaceutical industries.

and home care, the lab was launched

AECI was registered in South Africa

as a support function for customers, to

in 1924 and has been listed on the

perform hygiene audits on their premises

Johannesburg Stock Exchange since 1996.

and advise on applicable disinfectants,

Since inception, partnerships have been

perform preservative challenge tests on

at the heart of its business model – with

final products and also conduct general

customers as well as working closely with its

screenings on product samples to identify

technology partners across the globe. By

possible contamination.

combining core scientific expertise with a

Besides the micro lab, AECI Specialty

deep understanding of market needs, the

Chemicals also has a state-of-the-art

company strives to deliver raw materials that

personal care and home care applications

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DID YOU KNOW?

AECI Specialty Chemicals manufactures emulsifying wax concentrates, which allows cream formulations with as little as four ingredients.

COMPANY FOCUS

suppliers. This not only puts the company

another hot topic for which AECI Specialty

appointments to boost its already diverse

in a position to offer the latest innovations,

Chemicals has been preparing extensively.

and flexible teams, which drive internal

but also allows it to take advantage of the

Polymeric emulsifiers are a big focus,

efficiencies and monitor costs to ensure

technology and expertise at its fingertips to

allowing manufacturers to replace all

the company remains competitive within

advise and formulate with a frugal mindset.

emulsifiers, rheology modifiers and even

the market.

Waterless products, for instance, have

emollients in an emulsion formulation

These teams have extensive product

become a global trend in both developed

(creams/lotions) with a single ingredient,

knowledge and formulation expertise to

and undeveloped countries, due to the

which requires nothing more than water,

assist customers with product development

shortage and imminent scarcity of water.

stirring, fragrance (optional) and a

and frugal innovation to reduce the

AECI Specialty Chemicals offers solid-format

preservative. These products are applicable

complexity and cost of producing products.

surfactants (powder, granules and needles),

to skin creams, lotions and milks as well as

This high level of creativity and expertise are

perfect for soap and shampoo bars, powder

hair masks and serums.

essential to helping customers bring their

face wash and detergent concentrates.

Rheology modifiers can also be offered

ideas to life without passing on the costs

A CREATIVE AND DRIVEN TEAM

to consumers.

to create crystal-clear waterless hand

AECI Specialty Chemicals constantly

sanitisers, as well as silicone blends that

strives to offer better and more sustainable

South Africa, AECI Specialty Chemicals is

With its manufacturing capabilities in

allow water- and alcohol-free perfume

solutions in every part of its business. Over

equipped to produce concentrated

balms. Cold-process formulations are

the past 12 months, it has made important

blends for customer-specific products.

This offers added value to customers, who also benefit from the company’s basket of tailor-made solutions.

AECI Specialty Chemicals recognises that customers have different needs and that these needs change, therefore the AECI personal care and home care team, together with the creativity and innovation of the technology partners, will continue to offer win-win solutions for customers, suppliers and its own business. •

Thureya Sarlie, director, AECI Specialty Chemicals

Ketul Patel, AECI Specialty Chemicals' business development manager for East Africa

Lydia Letsoalo, AECI Specialty Chemicals’ technical service chemist; technical manager Jacques Strydom; and Davina Pillay, AECI Specialty Chemicals’ microbiologist

AECI Specialty Chemicals – Thureya.sarlie@aeciworld.com, Jacques.Strydom@aeciworld.com

Charmaine du Preez, personal care product manager at AECI Specialty Chemicals

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BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

Gentle, natural exfoliation to brighten skin

For dark skins, an even tone or bright complexion is often perceived as healthier than pigmented skin. Exfoliation is one way to counter hyperpigmentation as it helps the cell renewal process. Lipotec Active Ingredients has developed an active botanical ingredient that offers an effective yet mild way to exfoliate skin. By Alicia Gimenez, Olga Laporta, Elena Cañadas, Laia González and Raquel Delgado

W

hile the melanin surplus in dark skins helps stave

Figure 1: Increases in L* and ITA⁰ values (vs initial time: † p<0.1)

off wrinkles, studies have proven it doesn’t guard

against hyperpigmentation. This is why more and more African consumers are incorporating exfoliation in their skin care regimes, to remove the pigmented cells that accumulate on the skin’s surface.

Exfoliation also increases skin’s clarity and gives it a healthy looking glow.

One form of exfoliation is chemical peeling where acids are applied on the skin to reduce cohesion between the

cysteine and aspartic proteases are active

compared to AHAs. The brightening

corneocytes. Suitable acids include alpha-

in an acidic environment promoting

efficacy of this natural exfoliant has

hydroxy acids (AHAs) such as glycolic or

desquamation in the most superficial SC.

been tested on photoptye IV skins with

lactic acid, or beta hydroxy acids (BHAs)

Cathepsin D is an aspartic protease that

notable results.

like salicylic acid. The main disadvantage

is active at acidic pH between 3.5 and 5.0.

of chemical peeling is skin irritation.

It can break corneodesmosomes in the low

Enzymatic exfoliation offers a gentler

pH environment of the SC surface, causing

IRRITATION AND DAMAGE CONTROL

approach with minor risk of irritation.

desquamation. However, in deeper layers

The epidermis on the volar forearm of 10

This process is based on the application

(with a higher pH) it cannot degrade the

volunteers (aged between 20 and 50) was

of proteases that break cell to cell

junctions between cells as efficiently. The

stained with the fluorescent dye, dansyl

interactions and promote desquamation.

pH-activity profile and the location of this

chloride. Actizyme advanced botanical

enzyme limit its activity specifically to the

ingredient was applied twice a day.

superficial layers of the SC.

Removal of the stain was monitored daily

Actizyme advanced botanical ingredient from Lipotec Active Ingredients,

using a UV light until complete elimination

represented throughout southern Africa from Savannah Fine Chemicals, contains

MUSHROOM ENZYME

and changes in cell renewal were

a fungi-derived protease that mimics

Some organisms have been found to

calculated in comparison to untreated

a key epidermal protein in exfoliation.

produce proteases that mimic skin’s

skin (control).

When applied to skin, it helps improve the

natural enzymes, making them interesting

Application of the active ingredient at

candidates for topical exfoliants. Actizyme

one and five percent proved to increase

advanced botanical ingredient is a fungi-

cell turnover by 11.1 and 16.4% respectively,

TIGHT CONTROL

derived protease that mimics cathepsin D,

with these values being statistically

The endogenous enzymes responsible for

as it exhibits a pH activity profile very similar

significant (p<0.05). In order to confirm

natural desquamation in the epidermis

to that of the endogenous enzyme.

the absence of side effects, higher doses

complexion with a brightening effect.

than as required for exfoliation were used

are pH-dependent, so their activity varies

When formulated in an acidic buffer

based on location. The epidermis exhibits

and applied on skin, the enzyme begins

and compared to the application of an

a pH gradient from about pH 7.4 at the

exfoliation. As the skin’s natural buffering

AHA. Volunteers (aged between 35 and

basal layer to around pH 5.5 at the stratum

capacity raises its pH, it reaches deeper

65) applied 15 or 30% Actizyme advanced

corneum (SC) surface .

layers of the SC and becomes inactive.

botanical ingredient, or eight percent

Consequently, exfoliation is maintained

lactic acid to half the face. After four

proteases participate in the degradation

specifically at the SC surface. This effective

weeks, the changes in the volunteers’ skin

of intercellular junctions as their optimal

and controlled exfoliation produces

sensitivity to topical irritants or in the barrier

activity is at neutral pH2. In contrast,

little irritation and skin barrier disruption

function were assessed.

1

In the deepest layers of the SC, serine

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BEAUTY INNOVATIONS Figure 2: High resolution photographs taken of a volunteer before (Day 0) and after (Day 30) the treatment

advanced botanical ingredient reconfirms the role of effective desquamation and epidermal renewal to achieve a radiant complexion. This fungi-derived enzyme mimics the activity profile of the endogenous protease cathepsin D and

For skin redness, reactivity to Balsam of Peru, a known topical irritant, was determined before and after product

the face and a placebo cream on the other half.

Evaluation of skin luminance (L*) was

use. Results showed the active ingredient

performed using a spectrophotometer. In

produced little irritation compared to a

Figure 1, L* represents relative brightness

lower concentration of lactic acid.

of the skin. This was also used to calculate

To determine damage to barrier

individual typological angle (ITA⁰) values,

function, changes in the integrity of the

which show the degree of pigmentation.

skin barrier were assessed by measuring

The results revealed an increase in L* and

transepidermal water loss (TEWL) with

ITA⁰ – data associated with a brighter and

an evaporimeter. The application of

less pigmented skin.

increasing concentrations of Actizyme

High resolution images of volunteers also

advanced botanical ingredient resulted

showed changes in skin complexion (see

in minimal changes in TEWL compared to

Figure 2). A clearer skin complexion was

lactic acid.

unanimously perceived by volunteers. All of the subjects (100%) assigned the top

BOOSTING SKIN CLARITY

two scores (agree and strongly agree) to

A panel of 21 Indian volunteers (aged

the affirmations ‘visible lightening effect on

between 19 and 46) with skin phototype

skin’ and ‘face appeared more luminous’

IV applied a cream containing two

in a self-evaluation questionnaire.

percent Actizyme GL advanced botanical ingredient twice a day for 30 days on half

With its mechanism of action and efficacy proven in vivo, Actizyme

offers an effective method of exfoliation when applied with an acidic buffer, increasing the cell renewal rate in vivo. Yet the effect is mild, as it produces notably lower levels of sensitivity and barrier disruption compared to AHAs. After 30 days of product application, augmented clarity of facial skin was measured as increases in L* and ITA⁰.• REFERENCES: 1. S chmid-Wendtner MH, Korting HC. The pH of the skin surface and its impact on the barrier function. Skin Pharmacol Physiol. 19(6):296-302, 2006.

2. C aubet C, Jonca N, Brattsand M, Guerrin M, et al.

Degradation of corneodesmosome proteins by two serine proteases of the kallikrein family, SCTE/KLK5/hK5 and SCCE/ KLK7/hK7. J. Invest. Dermatol. 122(5): 1235-1244 (2004).

Lipotec Active Ingredients – www.lipotec.com Savannah Fine Chemicals – www.savannah.co.za

P C Africa | QUARTER 1 2020 |

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BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

Generating

new opportunities for innovation and

growth

As a rapidly growing company, o6 Agencies has made its mark and risen to success, firmly rooting itself in the Southern and Eastern African markets. In line with this growth, the company is rolling out a new corporate identity, which coincides with the launch of its new logo and website. By Abby Vorster

O

The people behind the success of o6 Agencies and Ross & Foxwell

6 AGENCIES’ logo is its unique

pack sizes starting at 100g. It also holds a

Agencies and Ross & Foxwell operate from

mark created to highlight the

selection of perfume bottles, labels and

two separate yet adjacent buildings. While

company’s corporate colours

ethanol and body lotion base, offering

this setup has worked perfectly well in the

of green, white and black. The

entrepreneurs in the direct-selling market

past, Adam and his father, Richard Owen,

logo was carefully crafted to reflect the

almost everything they will need to either get

co-owner of o6 Agencies, have decided

company’s core business. The green dot

their product off the ground or to expand

the time is right to streamline all operations

within the logo not only represents the o in

their existing range or portfolio. As a result

through Kerridge, a leading ERP system,

‘o6’ but also reflects that it is always online

of its incredible success, Ross & Foxwell also

to allow the company to generate new

– available and connected. The visually

has a new logo and a bigger team, with

opportunities for innovation and growth and

designed number 6, which embraces the

o6 Agencies having recently employed five

stay ahead of the competition.

dot, stands bold and robust, confident in

young, new employees within the division.

“The system has been implemented

form. The fusion of these two concepts

to support the growth of the business

beautifully represents the core value of o6

by focusing on stock control and more

Agencies, which is to connect in strength.

The green colour symbolises energy, safety and growth. White symbolises purity and perfection, and black symbolises strength.

Since inception, o6 Agencies’ core focus of supplying fragrances and flavours to manufacturers and brand owners has remained unchanged. “It has always been our focus to be a raw materials supplier and we’ve never lost sight of this,” says co-owner Adam Owen. “In 2018, we established

THROUGH OUR EXCITEMENT AND PASSION FOR THE AFRICAN MARKET, WE HAVE BECOME A PEOPLE’S BUSINESS

the Ross & Foxwell division of the business to provide entrepreneurs with tools and

“We are very focused on people, training

training to grow sustainable businesses

and empowering individuals both within

using direct selling. But this has not

our company and among our customers.

cannibalised our core supply business.”

Between Ross & Foxwell and o6 Agencies, we have doubled our workforce,” adds

AN EXPANDING DIVISION

Adam. “As a young, enthusiastic and driven

Ross & Foxwell now has over 2 000 active

company, we have built a reputation for

customers, based in 13 cities around South

having a super-fast turnaround on lead

Africa, who buy any of its 410 locally stocked

times and for offering world-class service.”

fragrances. Operating as a division of o6 Agencies, it offers a range of locally stocked

STREAMLINED PROCESSES

fragrance oils for use in fine fragrances or

Located in South Africa, in a business

perfumes, shower gels, body lotions, hair

park in Gauteng with distribution hubs in

care products and deodorants in smaller

KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape, o6

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formalised processes, and ensuring customer service is never overlooked,” Richard says. “We have also diversified in terms of our ports of dispatch and shipping

TRACKING THE TRENDS Passionate about Africa, o6 Agencies is a frontrunner in bringing relevant solutions based on global trends to the African market. Adam says self-expression, gender fluidity and non-conformity are some of the major drivers of the fragrance market, and the vibrancy of the raw materials used in today’s fragrance creations is wholly relevant to South Africa.

“We’re seeing the use of great fragrance notes that would work really well in locally developed products. Examples include bitter citrus, orange and grapefruit notes mixed with vivid accents of angelica florals. Sherbety sour notes of pimento berries are spiked with base notes of woods and resins to give fluidity to the fragrance,” he explains.

Brands will love this year’s fragrance trends from o6 Agencies, which celebrate the vibrancy and bright expressions of the African market with fruity, floral, sour, sparkly and bitter or burnt elements.

BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

routes. Previously we had always shipped

It’s also becoming a go-to supplier of

accessibility and differentiation,” says

out of Rotterdam and are now shipping out

flavours developed specifically for Africa,

Adam. “Brands need to separate themselves

of Istanbul too. Our customers are seeing

thanks to the support o6 Agencies receives

from the competition, which is why we

the benefits of this globalised sourcing

from its international principal, which has

are focussing on being the supplier that

in many ways, including dramatic cost

appointed two dedicated scientists within its

is always available to make their products

savings, reduced lead times and increased

flavours lab to oversee the development of

smell fantastic and taste beautiful.”

access to superior quality products.”

unique solutions tailored to the needs of the African market.

This focus of being more in front of customers in 2020 will soon filter through

PASSIONATE ABOUT AFRICAN BRANDS

for the African market, we have become

By treating its clients as though they’re

a people’s business,” says Adam. This is

not only number one, but the only one,

highly evident in its growing customer base

biggest markets in East Africa, which are

o6 Agencies has built a legacy of trust

of local celebrities, influencers and beauty

increasingly looking to source raw materials

in offering fragrances and flavours that

entrepreneurs in particular, who are working

from South Africa and are getting much

captivate the African market and ensure

with o6 Agencies to develop their own

better at manufacturing from a quality

longevity and brand loyalty. This has

premium brands, perfectly suited to

perspective. To capitalise on the immense

allowed the company to widen its product

African consumers.

opportunity for growth in East Africa, we

“Through our excitement and passion

range and fragrance offering for specific

to o6 Agencies’ East African operations, which Richard says doubled in sales in 2019.

“Kenya and Tanzania are two of our

plan to have the o6 Agencies’ product

categories, servicing the FMCG, mass and

GROWING IN AFRICA

offering more readily available in the

premium markets. While it’s taken some time

In 2020, o6 Agencies will not only be

region, in more competitive pack sizes,”

for the company to break into the FMCG

redefining the senses, but also the market,

comments Richard. “This will be made

market, purely because of the competitive

through its improved focus, streamlined

possible through a Ross & Foxwell

nature of this business, o6 Agencies has

operations and energetic team.

distribution hub in Kenya, which we’re

done well to source and supply cost-

“With our systems and process now

effective fragrances that perform well in

fully streamlined in the back-end, we

various personal care applications

are shifting to a more customer-centric

without pushing the price point of the

business model, allowing our team to create

finished product.

authentic connections through innovation,

hoping to set up later this year.” •

o6 Agencies – www.o6southafrica.com Ross & Foxwell – www.o6southafrica.com/ross-foxwell

www.o6southafrica.com

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BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

Bring a little bling to the bathroom

Consumers are faced with so much choice, not only in terms of the sheer number of products available but also where and how they shop. As a brand owner, you need to grab their attention instantly, whether it’s online or in store. Karen Maier, Merck’s head of performance materials for South Africa, shares some tips on how to bling up formulations.

G

rabbing consumers’

particle sizes (up to 200µm), formulators

attention is often easier

can achieve intensely sparkling effects,

said than done, though

creating dazzling products, which

Merck’s extensive range of

demand the all-important second

pearlescent effect pigments may provide

glance. Another advantage of big,

a solution. By adding effect pigments,

sparkling pigments is they can be used

the entire spectrum of bath and body

as a replacement for glitter. In a society

products can be enhanced, from rinse-off

more aware of the evils of plastic, it’s

products such as shower gels or body

imperative that brand owners are seen

washes to scrubs and shampoos.

to be moving away from micro-plastics in

Effect pigments can take a shower gel

their formulations. .

or body wash from ordinary to striking and

Effect pigments can support claims by

impactful at really low addition rates, from

underlining the promise with visual cues,

as little as 0.005% and, just as importantly,

for example ‘sparkling clean’ can be

with very little additional effort in the

emphasised with a sparkling, silver-white

manufacturing process.

pigment, or ‘refreshing’ with ice-blue

When faced with an overwhelming

effects such as Timiron Arctic Silver. An

number of choices, a shopper often

‘aromatherapy’ claim can be underlined

reaches for the most visually striking

using a violet interference pigment in

product. Pearlescent pigments can be

a lavender oil body wash. A sparkling

used with great success to elevate a

copper pigment would work well in a

product’s appearance from drab to fab.

shampoo targeting auburn hair –

Depending on the particle size of

making the possibilities endless with

a pigment, the addition thereof can

sparkling pigments.

create effects ranging from a soft sheen, satiny lustre, seductive shimmer or

CERTIFICATIONS ARE IMPORTANT

stunning sparkle.

There are a few other aspects to bear

In addition to imparting an

in mind when catering for the modern

exceptional satin sheen, small scattering

consumer. Brands and manufacturers

particles can improve coverage and

must ensure all ingredients and raw

hiding power, as well as mask slightly

materials are ethically and responsibly

less attractive elements or raw materials

sourced along with meeting the ever-

in a base formulation. Pigments with a

growing need for Halal- and vegan-

slightly bigger particle size of 10 to 60µm

certified material as well as organic and

impart a lustrous pearl effect – giving

natural certification.

a sense of luxury and opulence to any

Many of the pigments in the

product and making it feel upmarket

Merck range have COSMOS

and decadent.

certification and can support organic

SUSTAINABLE MICA SOURCING Merck is proud to be a founding member of the Responsible Mica Initiative. Merck’s head of surface solutions, Dorothea Wenzel, once again confirmed that the company has made a deliberate decision to source mica in India.

“In this way, we aim to contribute to sustainable mica sourcing and to improve the living conditions of the people in this region. This approach is also recommended by the UN and by leading NGOs like Terre des Hommes.

Our suppliers contractually agreed to adhere to Merck’s Responsible Sourcing Principles, Code of Conduct and Human Rights Charter. We work together with relevant stakeholders, including leading NGOs and, as a founding member, with the Responsible Mica Initiative towards our common target of eradicating child labour in the region. In addition, for many years we have been driving initiatives to support the construction of schools and health centres in the mica mining region.

With these initiatives, around 700 children have been able to receive a school education. Access to basic healthcare has been established for approximately 20 000 people,” says Wenzel.

While beauty is said to be in the eye of the beholder, there is no harm in giving the beholder something truly beautiful to behold, while ensuring the finished product is safe, ethical and environmentally friendly.•

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constantly expanding.

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PHARMA FOCUS: TABLETTING & ENCAPSULATION

Hersol’s newest area of focus is CBD oil

decades of unmatched

quality and customer service

With its 40th anniversary celebration in April, the opening an additional warehouse in June, increased capacity and a future manufacturing plant, Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories continues to grow at an unprecedented rate. P&C Review Africa reveals the latest developments at this leading contract manufacturing company.

H

ersol Manufacturing

people. This department is flexible to

Laboratories (Hersol) occupies

customers’ needs and offers a variety of

over 12 000m2 of production

services, including container, bottle, unit

and warehousing space as well

carton, shrink wrapping, blistering and

as testing laboratories in Johannesburg,

combo packing.

South Africa. The company employs

DID YOU KNOW?

Hersol, a registered manufacturer in South Africa of pharmaceutical products and complementary medicines, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in April. The company was founded in 1980 by Laurence Solomons and Sam Hertzekowitz.

Hersol now has more capacity for additional machinery and production.

well over 400 qualified people at

FIVE-YEAR GROWTH PLAN

various levels and is run by a competent

Hersol’s management is in the process of

a new high speed, fully automated

management team, which oversees

acquiring a new building in Jeppestown

encapsulation machine. This new machine

all aspects of production. The team’s

which is located in close proximity to

not only increases the manufacturing

mantra is ‘built-in quality, customer

its existing facility. The new building will

capacity at Hersol but also increases its

service, delivery, and price’, for which it’s

give the company room to expand its

scope for new business.

become renowned in the industry.

existing operations while increasing its

The goal of production at Hersol is

As a result, the company has installed

capabilities. This forms part of Hersol’s

DIVERSIFYING INTO CBD

to ensure quality as well as to gain the

five-year plan, which includes the

Over the past four decades, Hersol has

ability to repeat the production of a new

acquisition of new machinery and will

become a speciality manufacturing

product in order to attain efficiency.

give the business additional scope for

company. In the early ’90s the directors

Within its manufacturing plant, Hersol

new product development.

and management team built up the

produces various products and dosage

The company has always operated

company and it has grown exponentially

forms, including powders, granules,

in a highly energy efficient manner

solutions, suspensions, syrups, extracts,

and was among the first manufacturers

ointments, creams and cosmetics.

in Johannesburg to operate on gas

important contributor of new ideas and

The company’s tabletting capabilities

since then.

Hersol’s R&D department is an

power supplied by Egoli Gas, a supplier

concepts that add value to its customers’

include coated and uncoated tablets,

in the region operating Joburg’s only

businesses. The R&D team assists

sugar and film coating, effervescent,

piped natural gas infrastructure. More

customers to be innovative and helps

granules, veterinary medication,

recently, Hersol has installed a new

improve their products in the market.

delayed/modified release tablets and

generator, bringing this total to three

The team’s latest area of focus is

speciality tablets, while its encapsulation

and allowing it to move completely off

CBD oil, for which Hersol has planned to

offering spans gelatine, vegetarian and

the grid. This provides Hersol with the

acquire machinery to fill small bottles up

soft gelatine capsules.

electricity capacity that is stipulated

to 50mℓ. Highly specialised machinery is

by HVAC requirements.

required to fill CBD oil and Hersol is

Hersol’s packing department consists of 13 lines employing over 100

With the increased power generation,

proud to let the industry know that it has included this development as part of its strategic planning.

In order to meet market demands for the growing categories of health supplements, Hersol also plans to diversify into homeopathy. This is an exciting time for the future of the complementary medicines industry and Hersol is looking forward to many more years ahead. •

Hersol’s new high speed, fully automated encapsulation machine

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The new generator installed at Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories

Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories – www.hersol.co.za

Contract manufacturers for the pharmaceutical and complementary medicines markets Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories has been Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories operating for 39 years, and is a key player in the is a registered company specializing complementary medicine manufacturing arena in in manufacturing and packing of South Africa.

complementary medicines for third party

Hersol manufactures widelocal rangeSouth of products in companies withina the African various dosage forms: including tablets – single and market. Founded in 1980, Hersol adheres double layer, coated and uncoated (sugar and film to a Quality Management System which coating), effervescent tablets, capsules, powders, embraces current Good Manufacturing topical preparations such as; creams, gels, ointments Practices in accordance Medicines and lotions, syrups and liquids. with Hersol prides itself onControl quality assured products, which have Council requirements. undergone various compliance checkpoints. Hersol has a highly qualified team who are constantly growing through Hersol’s extensive facility features a fully training and education.

equipped Laboratory to ensure quality

Automatic Encapsulation Machine

The new 5 cubicle dispensary and sampling facilities

In of addition to the manufacturing of complementary raw materials and finished products. pharmaceutical products, Hersol also offers Contract It has modern manufacturing facilities Packing. Hersol has a packing department consisting for blending, granulating, compressing & of 13 packing lines employing over 100 people. coating tablets as well as encapsulating Hersol’s packing services extend to the following: Hersol has state of the • capabilities.

Containers • art Bottles on-site packing facilities, including • Unit Cartons a recently introduced blister packing • Shrink Wrapping • machine.

Blistering In addition, Hersol has facilities manufacture • to Combo Packing and pack syrups, creams,

gels and ointments.

Pack sizes include 30s, 60s,120s,180s and even 200s.

Leadership at Hersol is upheld by a highly

HPLC Testing

Handling of Raw Materials when weighing and dispensing is handled in accordance with Medicines Control Council guidelines

Hersol is proud to note that it has a fully accredited competent Team with Laboratory, splitManagement between Wet chemistry, an vast instrument room withsubject HPLC’s, matter AA, GC and pharmaceutical knowledge Dissolution and DT baths, as well as a comprehensive and experience in staff motivation so as to Microbiological laboratory. All equipment is calibrated achieve a superior product. and checked on a regular basis as per the regulations, and the staff undergo rigorous regular updates and Hersol registered with: accurate and training for is competency, to ensure consistent results are obtained. t South African Medicines Control Council

t South African Pharmaceutical Council

Hersol is registered with: t South African Department of Health • South African Health Products Regulatory Authority Health Product Association – HPA •t South African Pharmaceutical Council •t South African Department Health Cosmetics, Toiletriesofand Fragrances • Health Product Association – HPA Association • Cosmetics, Toiletries and Fragrances Association t FDA Food Facility • FDA Food Facility

Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories (Pty) Ltd tel: +27 11 614 6631/2

fax: +27 11 614 4615

email: enquiries@hersol.co.za admin@hersol.co.za

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PHARMA FOCUS: TABLETTING & ENCAPSULATION

How does dwell time impact tablet manufacturing?

The requirement for quality tablets to be produced quickly and cost-effectively has led to advancements in tooling. To achieve problemfree tablet production, many processes must be investigated, including dwell time. Rob Blanchard, I Holland’s research, development and quality systems manager, explains.

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any tabletting issues can be

demonstrated and less ‘spring back’

traced to the characteristics

occurs, resulting in a more stable

of certain ingredients in a

compacted tablet.

formulation which display

differing plastic or elastic properties.

DWELL TIME AND FRIABILITY

These properties can lead to sticking and

There may also be the problem of tablet

capping. Particles that exhibit elastic form

friability, with the tendency to crack, chip,

will change shape during applied stress.

or break during compression because of

However, this effect is not completely

the formulation. It is important to get the

permanent, with the particle returning

compression force right – if it’s too high, it

to its original shape when the applied

can adversely affect the tablet, and if the

stress is alleviated. Those ingredients

formulation is not cohesive and does not

displaying plastic properties are

bind together sufficiently, friability

permanently deformed when stress

will occur.

is applied above their elastic limit. The force employed and the length of time in compression can affect the way the formulation reacts.

The behaviour of a particle under compression can either stay deformed or ‘spring back’ to its original shape. In

Rob Blanchard

Many tablet

DID YOU KNOW? Dwell time is defined as the

formulations are dwell-sensitive and require more

amount of time each individual punch head flat is in contact with the compression roller of a rotary tablet press. This is when the compression force applied to form the tablet is above 90% of its peak value.

cases of formulations

and form the tablet.

Air in the formulation can cause severe

time under

problems during manufacture. If the air

compression

is insufficiently expelled and/or density

to guarantee

variations occur in the tablet volume,

they are free

the tablet tensile strength is negatively

of any faults

affected. The risk of tablet capping and

when leaving

delamination also increases. Tablet

the press. Some granules are

difficult to compress

with more time-dependent

in order for the particles to stick together

effectively and require

capping is when the top of the tablet separates horizontally when ejected from the press and delamination is when the tablet splits apart. This problem used

extended time under peak

to be predominantly solved through a

dwell time is important to create strong

compression to ensure they receive the

combination of applying tapers to the

bonds between the particles.

required hardness to shape into a fully

die and sometimes slowing the press

formed tablet.

down to expel air. However, with today’s

consolidation behaviour, a long

Punch displacement velocity (i.e.

requirement of faster tablet production,

strain rate) and dwell time are two

this approach is no longer viable and

compression behaviour of powders1.

THE NEGATIVE EFFECT OF TRAPPED AIR

As a rule of thumb, slower compression

At pre-compression, a long dwell time

dwell time to reduce air entrapment

and decompression speeds and longer

at low to medium compression force is

are required.

dwell times will improve the mechanical

essential to expel air from the powder

properties of a tablet1. When certain

bed and for uniform distribution of

OTHER TECHNIQUES

elastic particles are subjected to

granules in the die bore. This occurs

The importance of extended dwell

a compression force for a longer

prior to final compaction under the main

time can be illustrated by the frequent

period, additional plastic behaviour is

compression, where air must be expelled

application of other techniques to

factors that can significantly affect the

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new, effective methods of increased

PHARMA FOCUS: LAB EQUIPMENT & SERVICES

A graphical representation of a tablet press

to increase dwell time on existing presses without the need for expensive Holland’s elliptical head form, the eXtended dwell flat or XDF

modifications. XDF can run on standard cams, giving users higher press speeds with challenging products and formulations. It also enhances tablet compaction/cohesion and can increase dwell time by up to 50% over a standard punch head, allowing more dwell than a D-type punch on a B-type tool. This increase helps to solve compression problems without upsizing punches or investing in a new press.

The case study on the right illustrates the benefits of XDF tooling in a production environment when tested by a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer.

increase the time the punch is in contact with the compression roller. For example: • reducing the tablet press speed in case of capping or insufficient hardness; • installing larger compression rollers to increase the total compression time;

XDF IMPROVED COMPACTION FORCE DWELL TIME BY 44% AND AN OUTPUT OF 225 000 TABLETS PER HOUR WAS ACHIEVED, RESULTING IN AN IMPROVEMENT OF 50%

• u sing punches with a larger head to increase the size of the dwell flat.

These options are not always viable with the strict time and monetary constraints placed on tablet manufacturers.

This dwell time issue and customer demand led I Holland to investigate a method to increase dwell time without slowing the press in order for production to run sufficiently.

I Holland designed an elliptical head form, the eXtended dwell flat (XDF),

REFERENCE: 1. P harmaceutical Dosage Forms - Tablets, Third Edition Edited by Larry L. Augsburger, Stephen W. Hoag

CASE STUDY THE CHALLENGE A speciality pharmaceutical company agreed to assess the XDF tooling. The goal was to create an operating environment where tablet quality was increased, and waste reduction improved on the production of a cold and flu tablet. The formulation would regularly stick to upper and lower punch faces. To minimise the problem, several methods were used to increase the compaction force, such as running the press to rejects to clear the sticking, manually scraping the tooling or removing the tooling for a polish, which resulted in downtime.

THE EQUIPMENT A Fette 2090i high-speed compressing machine with industry standard B-type tooling was used in the trial for manufacturing a tablet measuring 10.5mm round and weighing 3.46 to 3.66g. I Holland provided a full set of punches, including the new XDF tooling.

THE RESULTS The maximum press output of 150 000 tablets per hour was regularly reduced to prevent sticking as the formulation was found to have low hardness and friability issues. XDF tooling stopped the problem of sticking, while also increasing output from 150 000 to 225 000 tablets per hour. The use of XDF improved compaction force dwell time by 44% and an output of 225 000 tablets per hour was achieved, resulting in an improvement of 50%.

Overall, it has been demonstrated through rigorous trials that the use of XDF tooling helps to prevent sticking, friability, capping and tablet hardness.

XDF also enhances tablet compaction and cohesion and can increase dwell time on a standard punch type. This increase helps to solve compression problems without upsizing punches or investing in expensive modifications or new presses. •

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Since joining I Holland in 2003, Rob Blanchard has been instrumental in the development of the company’s PharmaCote range of surface treatments and coatings for tablet-

Holland – www.tablettingscience.com

compression tooling.•

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HAIR CARE

Waterless formulations

for eco-friendly hair care Water is set to become a precious commodity as consumption outstrips supply. The more consumers become aware of this, the more beauty brands will need to change how they manufacture and formulate products to limit their dependence on water.

A

growing number of brands within the world of

Waterless beauty products are those that are free from water

beauty and personal care are committing to

and instead formulated with botanical ingredients and oils,

developing waterless products that boast innovative

upping the potency and diminishing the need for preservatives

formulas and help to preserve a precious resource.

and other unnecessary fillers.

Waterless or powder-based products are said to be the future

In November 2019, IMCD, in collaboration with Nouryon,

of hair care, considering that a conventional liquid shampoo

hosted a hair care seminar in Johannesburg, South Africa. The

tends to be made up of about 80% water.

seminar content was centred on the Afro Ethnic market and sustainability to inspire customers to develop more sustainable and eco-friendly hair care products. One of the presentations focused on water use in hair care formulations. It demonstrated how brands can reduce their water usage in various ways, from the amount of water used during manufacturing and eliminating water from a formulation to limiting the amount of water needed when using finished products.

The move towards cosmetics with little or no water in the formulation is driven by the rationale that water is inactive.

Removing water from a formulation provides more room for beneficial ingredients, such as botanicals and essential oils, offering consumers more value and more effective products.

WITHIN THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY, WATER IS SET TO BECOME A PRECIOUS COMMODITY AS CONSUMPTION OUTSTRIPS SUPPLY ANHYDROUS HAIR CARE PRODUCTS Mintel recently reported that within the beauty industry, water is set to become a precious commodity as consumption outstrips supply. In the hair care category, dry shampoos in a powder format allow formulators to reduce the virtual water used to produce a product and eliminate the water in the formula.

They also reduce the consumerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water consumption by introducing a longer period of time between shampooing.

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HAIR CARE

TABLE 1: SCALP SOOTHING ANTI-FLAKE CREAM Phase Ingredient INCI % w/w New Phase NATRASORB BATH® Tapioca Starch 19% Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil 78.90% Salicylic Acid Salicylic Acid 2.00% Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil 0.10%

Total:100%

In this natural clean label formulation, soothing argan oil is combined with the mild anti-septic properties of tea tree oil and salicylic acid to gently eliminate a dry, flaky scalp. Nouryon’s Natrasorb Bath allows oils to be safely handled in the shower as a viscous cream and oils are delivered to the scalp either by gentle massage or when coming into contact with water. This releases a strong bloom of tea tree oil perfume with a soft after-feel.

Anhydrous formulas are also known as water-free. These

This perfume is then released either when a force is applied

can be oil-based formulas, oils and serums, fats-based

on the starch or when Natrasorb Bath comes into contact

cosmetics, powdered products, dry products, or solid bars.

with water.

It is applicable to a variety of formulations where oil

INNOVATIVE STARCH INGREDIENT

adsorbency and water solubility are required simultaneously. •

An ideal ingredient for waterless or anhydrous hair care products is Natrasorb Bath from Nouryon. See Table 1 for the formulation guide for a Scalp Soothing Anti-Flake

IMCD South Africa – www.imcdgroup.com

Cream formulated with Natrasorb Bath. This ingredient, based on tapioca starch, is able to absorb and carry large quantities of oils and anhydrous liquids. It is processed in a manner that creates unique ‘pockets’, which

DID YOU KNOW? Waterless formulations present

can carry the oils essentially in a solid, powder

many opportunities for innovation.

African consumers are ready for waterless products, as long as they perform well and have great sensorial attributes.

form.

Natrasorb Bath starch is hydrophilic – once the

starch comes into contact with water, it immediately

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dissolves, releasing loaded oils, fragrances and/or emulsifiers, dispersing them into the warm water.

The starch itself provides a soft feel but does not settle or leave a film.

Originally developed for bath and shower products, Natrasorb Bath can be formulated into a variety of textures, from powders and pastes to mousses and creams, depending on the oil load. It has also been modified to obtain a larger particle size with a high porosity which supports loading of high levels of oil fragrance.

Chempack Industries | Contact: Linda Thieme | 083 600 0167 / 064 610 2736 | Email: linda@cpack.co.za | Website: www.cpack.co.za

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INDUSTRY TALK

The future looks smart

for industrial manufacturing While the industrial manufacturing industry is faced with many changes, the most disruptive ones will be those that manufacturers can and should make for themselves. Antony Bourne, senior vice president of IFS Industries, predicts three key changes that will have an impact on connecting machines to networks and companies to end consumers.

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any manufacturers are

In a departure from past manufacturing

already taking advantage

technology adoption cycles, the focus

of technologies like the

will not be entirely on incremental

internet of things (IoT), finding

improvement of existing processes. These

themselves early adopters of artificial

technologies will find their way to the core

intelligence (AI), 5G and 3D printing.

of innovative business models and revenue streams, which will change the very nature of industrial manufacturing.

PREDICTION ONE By the end of 2020, there will be more manufacturing devices connected by 5G than there will be people on 5G networks.

Forbes contributor Bernard Marr points out the tremendous impact 5G will have when it comes to enabling other technologies. Uninterrupted streaming of music, TV shows and movies on mobile devices will indeed be easier and more affordable with 5G. But 5G will be more

AN EXAMPLE OF FULL SERVITISATION One customer of IFS is an air filter manufacturer who produces and sells filtration systems, historically through a standard business-tobusiness model. Through servitisation, it has made the transition from selling air cleaners to selling clean air. The air filter manufacturer works proactively with its customers to measure their existing air quality, establish an air quality goal and maintain the filtration system to deliver that outcome. Much of this process is automated as sensors in the equipment monitor the result and can dispatch technicians, order parts and execute on a condition-based maintenance programme.

In this case, preventative maintenance is only the beginning. As big data manipulation and analytics become easier, the opportunity to garner more information about what is happening to the air quality in particular environments will increase exponentially. •

transformational for devices that drive automated industrial processes than for consumer-facing smart devices.

“These advancements will enable connected cars and autonomous driving,” writes Marr. “Smart cities with connected Antony Bourne, senior vice president of IFS Industries

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things and smart factories; and the more extended use of augmented reality, virtual reality and mixed reality.”

I predict 5G will make its greatest impact

logistics, transport, and infrastructure;

in industrial automation. The ultra-low

enhancement in connected healthcare

latency, ubiquitous connectivity will power

from robotics to blockchain use cases to

sensors on industrial machines, enabling

wearable telemetry; industrial internet of

them to talk to each other and generate

INDUSTRY TALK

floods of data which, through machine

benefitting from aftermarket revenue – be

learning, will unlock new vistas of cost

it through parts, warranty or proactive

for the manufacturer, which is likely to

This, in turn, brings about a new mindset

savings and efficiency. China and South

service contracting. A full 16% of

only consider the manufacturing process

Korea are already working in this way and

respondents were offering maintenance

as beginning in the factory and finishing

the US and the UK are likely to spend much

contracts with specific service level

when the goods leave the warehouse.

of the coming year ensuring they don’t get

agreements (SLAs), but only four percent

left behind.

of manufacturers offered products entirely

System concept will be taken to new

Just in time, the Toyota Production

Improved communications between

as a service, i.e. full servitisation. What

heights, largely because AI allows a

machines due to 5G will not just lead to

this means is even if a manufacturer is

manufacturer to ask, ‘in time for what,

increased efficiency, but also the ability to

selling the product through a channel

exactly?’. What is the event or combination

automate more complex manufacturing

of distribution, they may be supporting

of events that should trigger replenishment

models, including ‘configure to order’

or servicing that product directly over its

– a demand signal, a price drop in a

and ‘make to order’. Levels of automation

lifecycle. The manufacturer is suddenly

component part or raw material? – it could

formerly associated only with long-run,

a ‘business-to-business-to-consumer’

be anything, and the relationship may not

repetitive manufacturing will now be able

company. It now has a service relationship

be apparent without AI.

to automate multivariate production

that will drive much of its revenue, and

runs that may result in custom products,

it may be responsible for delivering an

manufacturers said they were planning

regional mass customisation or highly

outcome rather than just the product.

to implement AI for inventory planning

configured products, all with less human involvement than is currently the case.

THERE WILL BE MORE DIRECT COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE MANUFACTURER AND THE END CONSUMER OF A PRODUCT

Customer experience will improve as

In a November 2019 study by IFS, 40% of

and logistics, followed by production

the ‘business-to-business-to-consumer’

scheduling and customer relationship

model takes hold, because there will be

management, each at 36%. A majority of

more direct communication between the

60% of the total respondents said they were

manufacturer and the end consumer of

targeting productivity improvements with

a product. This model will also benefit the

these investments.

environment as the number of items being

So far, 2020 is proving to be an exciting

built and resources going into them will

year. After decades of incremental

match the requirements of a task rather

productivity growth, the result of lean

than the whims of a consumer.

initiatives, automation and stern discipline, manufacturers will use technology to not

PREDICTION THREE

only optimise, but also create. AI allows us

IFS has been working with clients to

to create new ways of doing things, and

combine machine learning applications

that means new revenue. •

with multiple large data sets and using them to identify patterns and strategies

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

that are beyond what’s conceivable by the

Antony Bourne’s responsibilities at

human mind.

IFS Industries include acting as the

Most manufacturers already employ

global industry director for industrial

PREDICTION TWO

some level of automation – not just on the

manufacturing and high-tech, as well as

The movement of manufacturers from

plant floor but in the front office.

managing other global industry directors.

their traditional perch at the far end of

Another area that will continue

Bourne has over 20 years’ experience in

the value chain towards the consumer

to develop over the coming years is

the IT industry, including working in the

is underpinned by the global trend of

AI-powered demand planning and

manufacturing sector.

servitisation – product-oriented companies

forecasting, as I mentioned in my 2019

either adding services to their products

predictions. As AIs are trained on the right

or selling their products as services on a

data sets, manufacturers will be able to

subscription basis.

align their supply chain with demand

IFS data suggests that as early as 2018, 62% of manufacturers were already

projections to get insights that were previously unimaginable.

IFS Industries – www.ifs.com/za

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PACKAGING PROFILES

Contact details Baralan International Milan, Italy Tel: +39 024844961 Web: www.baralan.com Baralan Shanghai Shanghai, China Tel: +86 021 613 50208 Web: www.baralan.cn

Baralan

– packaging made by Italian creativity

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Throughout almost 60 years of continuous change, improvement and evolution, Baralan has marked every stage of its journey with new inspirations. Founded in 1962, this international packaging manufacturer has devoted itself, with intuition, courage and creativity, to the dream of creating high-quality products for the global cosmetics industry.

Baralan positions itself in the market as a celebrated Italian company with an open, flexible and dynamic vision. It has

At the base of Baralan’s international

an international presence and boasts the

mission is continuous investment in

widespread distribution of its products

research and development and quality

in more than 50 countries. The group

control to guarantee the creation of

brings 'Made in Italy' to the world, which

superior products and services. The

is perceived worldwide as a symbol of

company’s ultimate aim is to provide

beauty, design and impeccable taste

customers with a complete experience

in manufacturing.

tailored to their needs. Quality control takes place throughout all the production

MAJOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

phases, ensuring the reliability of

Baralan’s aim is to be recognised as

all products.

a point of reference in primary packaging for cosmetics. It creates, designs,

SKIN CARE AND MAKEUP

engineers, manufactures and customises

Baralan offers a wide range of solutions

glass and plastic containers, with

for skin care products, including jars

related accessories, for the beauty,

and bottles suitable for containing face

cosmetics and fragrance industries.

creams, eye creams, tonics, lotions and

FRAGRANCES AND PERFUME

The company believes in the value of

serums. These packaging products can

Creating packaging for perfumes is pure

long-term partnerships with its customers

be combined with different types of

art and the creation of wonder. Baralan’s

and suppliers. It presents a wide range

applicators to facilitate dispensing and

packaging for fragrances presents

of high-quality products, stocked in

ease of use, with a particular focus on

glass containers that catch the eye.

large quantities and in various locations,

functionality.

They enhance the substance and are

which meet the increasingly personalised

The company’s skin care packaging

requests of the world’s cosmetics brands.

is mostly glass and characterised by a

attract attention and reveal the fragrance

refined, elegant and minimalist design.

formulation seen within.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS

Baralan’s packaging for makeup is both

characterised by shapes that seduce,

Baralan’s perfume packaging has

Baralan actively collaborates with

practical and refined in its innovation and

its own language. It’s timeless and yet

companies within the group to offer

protection of the content. The company

speaks to the needs of various brands,

customers specialised decoration,

offers a variety of packaging shapes and

making each story personal and unique.

moulding, acid-etching, varnishing,

materials for makeup with the option to

Furthermore, the bottle shapes express

satin finish, screen printing and hot

customise packaging according to a

sensuality and tenderness, as well as

stamping services.

brand’s needs.

passion and energy. •

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PACKAGING PROFILES

Designa -

a specialist in plastic cosmetics industry. Its equipment is

PLASTIC SQUEEZE TUBES IN DEVELOPMENT

geared towards continuous extrusion

• a range of 25mm and 50mm diameter

process of plastic tubes for use in the Contact details Tel: +27(0)81 468 9600 Email: sales@designaplastics.co.za Web: www.designaplastics.co.za Find us here: https://goo.gl/maps/ nfLn3NC8Fj5YM9uX8

moulding, heading injection moulding,

squeeze tubes, set to be launched in the

capping and screen printing, to enable

second quarter of the year.

quick turnaround times. The premium two-layer tubes are manufactured from a polyethylene blend of materials. Designa

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

understands that squeeze tubes are

Designa is a one-stop shop for converting

specific to each individual customer’s

concepts into complete finished products,

needs, which is why customers can

from design and drawing to prototyping

customise their tube and cap colours as

and manufacturing. For over two decades,

well as the screen printing on their tubes

Designa has been at the forefront of

up to four colours and with a varnish

product design and manufacturing

application. While tube diameters are set,

of plastic products. Founded in 1992,

the length of the tube can be adjusted to

Designa’s focus was on custom injection

the customer’s specific needs.

moulding. Over the years, its focus has shifted to rigid packaging for the cosmetics industry.

Designa is a go-to South African

• clear PET jars in 60mℓ, 100mℓ and 130mℓ

• 30mm diameter squeeze tube with an

• round roll-on bottles with a 60mℓ fill

manufacturer of custom-made plastic

aluminium foil anti-tamper seal and a

tubes for the cosmetics industry and for

threaded screw cap

therapeutic creams and ointments. The company offers exceptional customer

STOCK PRODUCTS

PLASTIC SQUEEZE TUBES IN PRODUCTION

capacity and a large roll-on ball and cap

• 40mm diameter squeeze tube with a flip-top cap.

sizes with standard coloured caps

• clear 60mℓ PET bottles with a puffer and lid. •

service and quick turnaround times.

Whilst its focus is currently on the expansion of its tube manufacturing division, Designa also offers plastic manufacturing solutions for brand owners. These needs are met with its over 40 production machines for injection moulding, injection blow moulding and injection stretch blow moulding, as well as

The internationally successful remedy, Sinupret, on the automated liquids line at Bionorica

screen and pad printing and labelling.

NEW PRODUCTS Driven by innovation, Designa now specialises in manufacturing plastic squeeze tubes. The company has a complete set-up of machinery offering a comprehensive bulk manufacturing

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PACKAGING PROFILES

Contact details Rotolabel Cape Town Tel: +27 (0)21 532 55 40

rotolabel

Rotolabel S&N Labels Tel: +27 (0)11 975 8141 Email: Grant@rotolabel.co.za OR admin@rotolabel.co.za Web: www.rotolabel.co.za

– our proudest label is trust

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

LINER RECYCLING PROGRAMME

Founded in 1982, Rotolabel has gained distinction in the

Rotolabel is pushing the

supply of world-class self-adhesive

boundaries in sustainability. In

labels. Rotolabel was acquired by

conjunction with Avery Dennison, it

the Bidvest Group in 2008, and today

is one of the first companies in South

represents the Labelling Solutions

Africa’s labelling industry to become

division of Bidvest Paperplus – a leading

FSC compliant.

supplier of printing, communications,

These two companies have

packaging and labelling solutions in

partnered in an exciting new

Southern Africa.

initiative, which is revolutionary in the

Rotolabel specialises in flexographic,

South African label industry. The initiative

letterpress and digital print technologies,

will result in tonnes of liners being diverted

allowing the company to print labels of

• Retail

from ending up in our country’s already

consistently high quality on a range of

• Security

over-subscribed landfills.

substrates with a variety of finishes.

• Track and trace

Complementing its printing resources is state-of-the-art finishing, which

• Logistics and warehousing.

The liner recycling programme is available for PET and glassine liners and is currently active in many

provides hot and cold foiling,

XPANDALABELTM BOOKLET LABELS

silkscreen and high-build, as well as

With Rotolabel’s solution for all booklet

programme will be rolled out in Cape

varnishing and laminating – everything

and leaflet label needs, customers can

Town. Once the proof of concept

you could wish for in designing a

look forward to high-quality, competitively

is realised and manufacturers and

world-class label.

priced booklet labels. Xpandalabel TM

consumers see its benefits, it will be

booklet labels can be designed and

rolled out nationally and to the industry.

MAJOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

die-cut into various shapes and sizes,

countries worldwide. The liner recycling

The liner is collected from customers

and the leaflet length is suitable for all

and taken back to the Rotolabel site to

• Blanks

informational needs and only limited by

be compacted. Avery Dennison then

• Ribbons

the final folded thickness.

collects the compacted liner and loads it

• Thermal printers

Large amounts of information can

into a container to be sent to India where

• Barcodes and scanners

be permanently attached to the label

• One to nine colour printing

and the container, eliminating the

• Silkscreen

need for separate package inserts and

• High-build

informational booklets. The elimination

• Embossing

of the package insert can also potentially

• ISO 22000

• Digital printing on HP Indigos

lead to the elimination of the carton –

• ISO 9001

• Personalisation

and result in substantial cost savings.

• Mellow Colour Proficient Printer Status. •

• Various substrates

Further savings can also be seen through

• Wrap-around labels

the shortened packing process on the

• Applicators and dispensers.

production line. In addition to pharmaceutical labels, Xpandalabel TM is

KEY MARKETS AND USPs

also great for promotions, competitions,

• Food and beverage

terms and conditions, recipes, give-aways

• Personal care

and coupons, and can be applied to

• Wine

existing packaging for limited

• Pharmaceutical

time offers.

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it is made into tissue paper.

CERTIFICATIONS • FSC compliant

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