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Leading the way with
fit-for-market formulations Contract manufacturers
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SA’s booming Ethnic care market Top tips for pharmaceutical supply chain excellence
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6 NEWS Cape Town welcomes Urban Decay makeup Placecol launches in Swaziland, Botswana and Namibia
7 COMPLIANCE COLUMN Know your labelling requirements for cosmetics
9 CONTRACT MANUFACTURING Bespoke solutions from Customised Cosmetics Wrapsa introduces its new ARVs plant The passion for manufacturing at Proficos and Microbel Organic and natural private label formulations NSP Unsgaard brings innovation to the table Master direct compression with Tablettose
curls 22
CONNECTING THE
Brunational stays ahead of the trends Capacity enhancements for Dabur South Africa
20 NEW PRODUCT COMPETITION 2017 judging day highlights
22 ETHNIC CARE IMCD talks appropriate formulation ingredients for curly hair New hair care travel kit from Evonik How to restore skin to its natural beauty Clariant tailors its products for the local market Say goodbye to split ends with Trichomega Croda completes another African hair care study
34 PHARMACEUTICAL FOCUS: SUPPLY CHAIN & DISTRIBUTION Flexible solutions from Bolloré Logistics
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Wrapsa’s new ARV manufacturing plant
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New cold shipping packaging Compliance and regulatory update from Strategnos Mitigating risks with temperature sensitive cargo
42 HOME CARE Dilutable concentrate to reduce formulation costs Zinc ricinoleate technology for odour removal Silicone de-foamer aids water conservation
50 Propak Cape Preview
Reasons to visit this year’s show
51 Sustainable Packaging & Practices
Is your brand eco-friendly?
53 ASSOCIATION NEWS
Fresh developments from Coschem
New wax emulsions for floor care
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From the editor
Stepping stones
T
to compliance he current regulatory environment in
thanks to the incredible support received
the South African personal care and
from advertisers and contributors.
cosmetics industry is transitioning from self-regulation to full regulation
Despite challenging economic times and operating in a cut-throat industry, South
by the Department of Health. While the
African contract manufacturers continue
proposed regulations are still in draft format,
to shine with passion and resilience. This
promulgation is imminent and the industry
is evident in the contract manufacturing
needs to be ready to comply.
feature on page 9, which covers recent
Regulatory compliance is one of four
installations and facility upgrades, capacity
areas of the P C Review/Symrise New
enhancements and new solutions from
Product Competition on which the products
various local companies.
entered are judged. This segment covers a
This edition also covers the latest
THE TEAM EDITORIAL
Editor: Abby Vorster +27 (0)11 877 6038 abby.vorster@newmediapub.co.za Assistant Editor: Aarifah Nosarka +27 (0)11 877 6209 aarifah.nosarka@newmediapub.co.za Layout & Design: Kirsty Thomas Contributors: Ari Nerwich, Dora Kgatla, Harold Malepe, Sarantis Kosmas ADVERTISING Sales Executive: Carla Melless +27 (0)83 260 6060 carla.melless@newmediapub.co.za Sales Executive: Anita Raath +27 (0)82 976 6541 anita.raath@newmediapub.co.za Sales Executive: Candida Giambo-Kruger +27 (0)71 438 1918 candida.giambo-kruger@newmediapub.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
full assessment of labelling requirements
developments in the Ethnic care
including the ingredients listing or INCI
category on page 22, where you can
nomenclature, claims, text placement,
read about several ingredients for
Taiwan: Ringier Trade Media Sydney Lai +886 4 2329 7318 sydneylai@ringier.com.hk
legibility and the inclusion of a local
multicultural formulations.
CIRCULATION
physical address etc. Over the years,
Supply chain and distribution come under
the judges have noted that compliance
the spotlight in the pharmaceutical focus on
Circulation Manager: Felicity Garbers +27 (0)21 701 1566 felicity.garbers@newmediapub.co.za
continues to be a hurdle for smaller and
page 40. In this feature, you can learn more
PUBLISHING TEAM
new brands. Of course, even some of the
about good cold chain practice and the
General Manager: Dev Naidoo
more established brands don’t always get
variety of suppliers that are equipped and
the requirements 100 percent correct. To
compliant in this regard.
Publishing Manager: Natalie Da Silva +27 (0)11 877 6281 natalie.dasilva@newmediapub.co.za
assist our readers in this regard, P C Review
The regular PACKAGING REVIEW section
Production Controller: Rae Morrison
has launched a quarterly compliance
on page 47 looks at the show features
Art Director: David Kyslinger
column contributed and reviewed by
planned for Propak Cape. Aarifah
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on page 7 in this edition, discusses labelling
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requirements for cosmetics.
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Bridget McCarney
a sneak peek at the judges’ feedback.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
We have some bumper features lined up
John Psillos
in this edition, which is a fantastic 56 pages
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EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD Consultant, drbaileys.com
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Past-President, Society of Cosmetic Chemists SA
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NEWS
URBAN DECAY LIGHTS UP THE MOTHER CITY TABLE MOUNTAIN GLOWED purple on 18 August
Heat Collection take centre stage in store, which was
spot prizes, and DJ Portia Luma kept the beats coming
as the international cosmetics brand, Urban Decay
first launched to media and later revealed to the public
throughout the opening day.
opened its doors at the V&A Waterfront.
19 August. The latter had the V&A Waterfront buzzing
Customers were treated to opening specials and the
The beautiful store is adorned in purple, mirror and
with energy and excitement from the early hours of the
brand committed to doing good as the sales racked
has that signature Urban Decay edge. The iconic Naked
morning as customers queued – a dedicated fan even
up. Urban Decay will be donating a percentage of the
eyeshadow palettes, over 100 shades of Vice Lipstick,
slept over to be first in line. The brand kept the crowd
store’s opening day profits to the Cape of Good Hope
the legendary All Nighter Setting Spray and The Naked
entertained by playing pass-the-parcel, handing out
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
HUNTSMANCLARIANT
DEAL CONTINUES TO MOVE FORWARD CLARIANT RECENTLY ANNOUNCED that the
use in personal care products like soap and
HuntsmanClariant deal is making progress
shampoos, and a Polyetheramine, which is
despite a narrow second request for additional
used in construction and additive/paint and
information. The global speciality chemicals
ink applications.
company is moving ahead to satisfy the
The COSMOSapproved natural active ingredient from CLR in liquid form
Clariant is confident that the parties will
regulatory approval to close its merger of equals
be able to satisfy and FTC concerns on a
with Huntsman Corporation.
timeline consistent with the merger, which the
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC),
INTRODUCING JUVENEYE CLR FOR DARK UNDEREYE CIRCLES
companies continue to expect to close around
which reviews the antitrust implications of
year-end. The regulatory clearance process
certain business recently delivered a second
continues to move forward in other jurisdictions
CLR HAS LAUNCHED a new cosmetics active,
request for information to the parties relating
as well and the companies continue to move
JuvenEye CLR (INCI: Hieracium Pilosella
to just two products: Sodium Isethionate,
forward on this timeline.
(Hawkweed) Extract, Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract). JuvenEye CLR activates vital processes supporting the breakdown of haem, which is both dark-coloured and contributes significantly to the cause of dark circles under the eyes. It also activates dermal draining, through its ability to increase the production of VEGF-C. With the use of JuvenEye CLR, melanin deposition in the skin is reduced and autophagy is activated. In vivo studies have shown that JuvenEye CLR clearly reduces the visible signs of dark circles under the eyes. Both the colour and the surface area of dark circles are reduced significantly. CLR is represented locally by IMCD South Africa.
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Lipobead Detox with Charcoal is a spherical encapsulated form of activated charcoal for use in skin care and cosmetics products
NEWS CO M PLIAN CE CO LU M N
NOVEL TRIO OF INGREDIENTS FROM VANTAGE THE COMPANY HAS launched three new technologies, which reach across various product categories to provide solutions to personal care formulation needs and cosmetics claims. These products are available locally from the South African office of Vantage Specialty Chemicals, which is based in Midrand, Gauteng. Lipobead Detox with Charcoal is the newest addition to the Vantage Encapsulants line. It is designed to help adsorb and neutralise contaminants by purifying the skin and keeping it clean and radiant. This spherical encapsulated form of activated charcoal allows the formulator to reap the benefits of activated charcoal while avoiding the drawbacks. Lipobead Detox with Charcoal helps maintain beautiful clear or white formulations. The product also provides an innovative visual and textural appeal to consumers with a colour change experience. This colour change effect indicates the release and dispersion of the activated charcoal onto the skin. Probiotics have long been consumed to maintain health within the body. Prebiotics, on the other hand, are substances that lay the foundation for a beneficial microbial environment. The use of prebiotic compounds on skin is underutilised; Vantage’s new patent pending PreBio Defense uses a range of carefully selected polysaccharides, which are encapsulated in a cellulose matrix. When released on the skin, they act as a powerful food supplement and conditioning agent for the habitation of beneficial microorganisms. Finally, CytoCalm is the newest Vantage anti-ageing peptide. This hexapeptide is designed to block the drivers of inflammation and stress while reversing the signs of ageing.
PLACECOL LAUNCHES
AFRICAN EXPORT STRATEGY THE AWARD WINNING Placecol skin care range is launching in various Edgars stores in in Swaziland, Botswana and Namibia. In South Africa, the range is available in more than 70 of Placecol’s own skin care clinics, aesthetics centres and spas. ‘The upgraded Placecol skin care range is considered to be one of the best skin care ranges in the world and we are very excited to launch our Placeol brand into our neighbouring countries. We have also started to export the Placecol skin care range to Mauritius,’ says Esna Colyn, CEO of Imbalie Beauty. Debbie Wolfendale, executive director of Imbalie Beauty, adds: ‘We are also currently working on a new service concept to launch the upgraded Placecol brand into the Edgars group in South Africa. This will be a shop in a shop concept, operated by our franchise salon owners and this process will be subject to a successful pilot phase, before we proceed with the roll out.’ There are two basic skin care ranges in the Placecol skin care basket of offerings: the ‘green’ or ‘butterflies’ range for consumers younger than 40 and the Placecol Illuminé skin care range for consumers over 40. Placecol
Esna Colyn
Winning
at the labelling game Assisted by industry experts, P C Review is introducing a quarterly Compliance Column to assist brand owners in fulfilling regulatory requirements. The first issue, tackled by Robyn Brown, is labelling.
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lways keep the definition of a cosmetics product in mind when developing labelling content. This should be set on a background that contrasts the written text well so that it is legible. The selected inks and materials should be compatible so the printing does not rub off easily and isn’t obstructed by batch codes or any other labelling. Per the Foodstuffs, Cosmetic and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972), the main requirements for labelling are: • the name and physical street address of the manufacturer or the distributor of the product in South Africa • an expiry date if the minimum period of durability is less than 30 months • the name of the product and its nominal quantity in the container when packaged • precautions and warning statement for use • the product function, if it’s not already apparent from its presentation e.g. cleanser or toner • a batch number for traceability • a list of all ingredients used to compound the product in INCI nomenclature at the correct levels where required by regulatory stipulation. The correct INCI names may be obtained from the most recent version of the Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook as published by the Personal Care Products Council of America • if the product has been fragranced, a declaration of the fragrance allergens is required on pack if the concentration of the allergen exceeds 0.001 percent in leave-on products and 0.01 percent in rinse-off products. Should your packaging preclude labelling or if there isn’t adequate space to present all this information, it is advisable to include an information leaflet, accompanying tag or brochure located near the product at the point of sale. This is so consumers can make an informed choice before purchasing your product. The language used to develop the label must be comprehensible to consumers in the market in which the product will be placed. In South Africa, it can be in any one of the 11 official languages, however English is normally the advised default because of its universal use. For the rest of Africa, it is important to establish the official language of the destination market. Developing multilingual labels is advisable from the onset if export is envisioned. In the next Compliance Column, we will tackle those sticky claims. Join us in January 2018 to find out more. •
Illuminé won the 2016 Pharmaceutical Cosmetic Review/Symrise New Product Competition and was named the most innovative skin care brand.
Robyn Brown (NHD Microbiology, Dipl Cosmetic Science) is a member of the CTFA technical committee, consultant to the cosmetics industry and owner of Botanichem.
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WHAT'S ON IN
October
2017
AMA Golf Day 4 October Glendower Golf Club, Johannesburg www.aerosol.co.za
P&C Review/ Symrise New Product Competition Awards 5 October The Venue, Greenpark www.pharmacos.co.za
Hair Care Actives Supplier Afternoon 6 October Coschem office, Randpark Ridge www.coschem.co.za
Propak Cape 24 to 26 October Cape Town ICC, Western Cape www.propakcape.co.za
CPhI Worldwide 24 to 26 October Messe Frankfurt, Germany www.cphi.com/europe
Sunscreens Morning Refresher 25 October Coschem office, Randpark Ridge www.coschem.co.za
November Compack South Africa 16 to 17 November Sandton Convention Centre, JHB www.compackexpo.com/ southafrica
Saphex 2017 28 to 29 November Sandton Convention Centre, JHB www.saphex.co.za
CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
Bespoke cosmetics manufacturing Customised Cosmetics, a new company with an old history, is making its mark as a flexible and reputable contract manufacturer.
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Brett Harris, Selwyn Majmin and
waterless hand sanitisers are among the
Cosmetics, which they started in 2012
many various products we can produce,’
when the dynamic trio chose to diversify
says Harris. ‘Our facility, where we adhere
their offerings beyond the needs of the
to GMP, is equipped with automated
wax and depilatories market. Together
tube filling and sealing machinery, batch
they have established a business that
coding equipment, automated labelling
offers a concept to a complete solution,
machine, various filling and packing lines
ince 2004, Customised Cosmetics
developing and producing unique
has been providing contract
products for customers within
manufacturing services to the
the personal care and
South African cosmetics industry.
cosmetics industry.
Its roots are firmly planted in the depilatory
massage creams and gel products like
Manfred Nkosi head up Customised
‘We work with many
market where the company carved its
leading local brands,
niche as the leading hair removal wax
which include beauty
manufacturer in Africa.
wholesalers, professional skin care companies, hotel amenities and corporates requiring corporate gifting for
and an in-house R&D laboratory.’
DID YOU KNOW?
Customised Cosmetics can re-formulate an existing product if a client is
Together Majmin and Harris have more than 30 years’ experience in pharmaceutical and cosmetics manufacturing, spanning specialised production, retail, costing and formulation among other aspects.
product launches and special events,’ Harris explains.
looking to enhance or improve it, or the R&D team can create a brand-new product to suit a client’s unique needs. ‘We are very good at benchmarking, highly focused
on R&D and have extensive knowledge of the current skin and hair care trends,’ he comments. ‘Our strong
Focused on quality, flexibility and R&D
emphasis on quality control means our
Customised Cosmetics is located in
highest quality products manufactured
Edenvale, Gauteng, where it operates from
within our facility.’
a 1 000m2 manufacturing and packing
clients and the end user receive only the
The company welcomes third party
facility. This is complemented with ample
and private label business, and has a
warehousing space to store raw materials,
daily capacity to fill orders ranging from
packaging components and finished
100kg for smaller customers and up to
goods within their respective areas.
2 500kg for more established brands. •
‘Along with waxes and depilatories, anti-ageing creams and serums, male grooming products, toiletries, bath and body products, Ethnic hair care offerings,
Customised Cosmetics – brettharris@telkomsa.net
CUSTOMISED COSMETICS CC Your one-stop personal care contract manufacturer We specialise in: · waxes and depilatories · skin care · ethnic hair care · anti-ageing creams and serums · male grooming products
· toiletries and bath and body products · massage creams · gel products · corporate gifts
Contact Brett Harris or Selwyn Majmin for more info Brett: 082 925 6321 or brettharris@telkomsa.net Selwyn: 082 338 5889
Unit No1 Bosco Office Park, Cnr Terrace & Andries Pretorius Roads, Edenvale Tel: 011 609 9696/011 452 6111 Fax: 011 609 9671
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CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
A national asset to
manufacturing The internal investments being made by contract manufacturers and packers add up to significant amounts. Leading the pack in terms of ongoing investments and GMP approved capabilities is Wrapsa, which shares the next step in its expansion strategy with Pharmaceutical Cosmetic Review.
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ABOVE AND LEFT Wrapsa’s new ARV manufacturing plant
outh Africa is home to the largest
with this new requirement, Wrapsa is
ARV treatment programme in the
establishing a specialised laboratory
competitive and we always need to
world, with more than 3.6 million
to offer stability testing services on an
be different to remain ahead of the
patients in the public health care
ongoing basis and for new product
competition,’ he comments. ‘Wrapsa is
sector alone accessing this life-saving
development to the pharmaceutical
in the process of introducing technical
medication in 2016. According to Gavin
and CAMs industries.’
monitoring systems on its equipment to
Steel, chief director at National Department
‘Contract packing is highly
The laboratory will be ISO 17025:2005
provide faster turnaround should any
of Health, one in four people in South
certified, which specifies the general
Africa now has access to treatment and
requirements for competence to
consumes much-needed ARVs.
carry out tests and calibrations. The
updates its quality management systems
Wrapsa, South Africa’s largest bona fide
problems arise.’ The company also continually
ISO certification also covers testing
and implements new quality measures
pharmaceutical contract manufacturer,
and calibration performed using
to remain relevant while mitigating risk.
is set to play a major role in the country’s
standard, non-standard and laboratory
He adds: ‘We have also introduced MDW
future ARV programmes with the launch
developed methods.
systems, whereby our various teams
of its ARV manufacturing plant, which
regularly get together to discuss ideas for
best ARV plants in the country from a
Creating a memorable culture
capacity and technology perspective.
As a contract manufacturing
The plant is located in Wrapsa’s existing
and packing company,
manufacturing facility in Centurion,
Wrapsa continually
Gauteng, and will be used to support
invests in its capabilities
tender-based business emanating from the
to meet the dynamic
pharmaceutical industry.
needs of today’s
MD, Nardus Alberts believes is one of the
marketplace. As a
innovation, improved productivity and teambuilding etc.’
DID YOU KNOW?
result, Alberts and his
With the ARV plant accomplished, the
team are systematically
company is now focusing on expanding
phasing in more
the on-site analytical laboratory. ‘There is
automated equipment into
a new ruling from the Medicines Control
the manufacturing plant. This is
Council that all pharmaceutical and
in line with the company’s policy to
CAMs products need to be stability
invest heavily in securing accreditation
tested on a regular basis,’ explains
to maintain a leading position in the
Alberts. ‘To ensure customers comply
local market.
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growing company, Wrapsa
Wrapsa was one of the first pharmaceutical manufacturer to receive its ISO accreditation in 1998. Since then the company has maintained its ISO ratings and currently holds ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 22000 for foodstuffs.
Stability testing services
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Despite being a large and welcomes business from customers of all sizes. ‘I’ve often had many small customers, who over the years have become big businesses. No customer is too small for Wrapsa, which is why we
believe that even if we start small, together we can both become big,’ concludes Alberts. •
Wrapsa – www.wrapsa.co.za
Since 1983
Manufacturing • Liquids - Syrups - Suspensions - Emulsions • Creams/ointments/gels • Toothpastes • Powders/granules • Tablets (uncoated/sugar-coated/film coated) • Capsules • Caplets
Packing • Blister and strip packing of capsules, tablets, softgel caps and caplets • Sachet filling- liquids, powders, cream and ointments • Tube filling (aluminium, plastic and laminated) • Shrink-wrapping • Filling (creams, powders, liquids) • Skin and blister packing onto board • Flowpac/pillow packing of various products • Tablet/capsule packing into containers • Aerosol filling
Confidentiality The company enforces a strict confidentiality code. Full documentation accompanies all work.
WRAPSA (PTY) LTD Tel: +27 (0) 12 653 0347/8 | Fax: +27 (0) 12 653 0857 wrapsa@wrapsa.co.za
CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
Science made beautiful Beata Wojciechowska talks to Pharmaceutical Cosmetic Review about her passion for manufacturing and how her businesses, Proficos and Microbel Laboratories (Microbel), continue to go from strength to strength.
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team of scientists, engineers, doctors, pharmacists, chemists and compounders. This advanced group of professionals is dedicated to delivering top quality services to its clients. Microbel’s 6 000m2 GMP-certified facility
n 2016, Proficos celebrated its 25
that is vegan certified, a flammable store,
is home to class-leading clean room
anniversary. Wojciechowska launched
semi-automatic perfume filling equipment
technology and in-house microbiological
the company while juggling family life
and various automatic filling and sealing
analytical laboratories. It is ISO accredited,
with two small children and says that
equipment for liquids, creams and lotions.
registered as a manufacturing pharmacy
some of her first clients are still with the
The company specialises in manufacturing
with the South African Pharmacy Council
company today. There are many reasons
colour cosmetics; cosmeceuticals; skin, sun
and awaiting inspection to be registered
for Proficos’ continued success, such as
care and anti-ageing products; bath and
with the Medicines Control Council.
Wojciechowska’s ability to perceive her
body products; as well as perfumes and
th
clients’ thoughts and being fanatical about seeing them achieve success in a competitive market. Proficos is a family business located in Sebenza, Gauteng. Its 3 400m site is 2
fine fragrances. ‘We are a highly qualified team of experts
‘At Microbel we pride ourselves in our flexibility and believe that quality is built into a product at every stage of its production,’
with extensive market knowledge and
comments responsible pharmacist,
regulatory expertise,’ says Wojciechowska.
Dominic Florczak.
This market knowledge stretches far beyond
To maintain quality standards, the
home to an R&D laboratory, full colour
the South African border to satellite offices
company uses NIR spectroscopy to analyse
matching and manufacturing facility
located in the UK and China. The former
raw materials on receipt and finished
is beneficial to clients wanting to export
goods before delivery to the client. ‘Our
compliant products to the EU while the
stringent standards are advocated by our
latter has been instrumental in securing
GMP auditors or set internally by the team.
the supply of quality packaging for its
Confidentiality is also an essential part of
local clients.
our business and our commitment to this,
The extensive R&D laboratory at Proficos
along with our high service levels, has led
A subsequent facility with advanced services Microbel is Wojciechowska’s second
to many long-standing relationships being forged with our clients,’ he adds. Microbel is entrusted with work from
business, which she established in
local and multinational companies,
2011. The company is located in
manufacturing products, which have
Midrand, Gauteng where it develops
received several Marie Claire awards and
and manufactures O/W and W/O
one product range is even endorsed by the
emulsions, creams, ointments, water-
Association of Plastic and Reconstructive
based cosmetics, lotions, sunscreens and complimentary medicines, such as tonics, ointments and suspensions. Wojciechowska says the business holds several patents and boasts a
Surgeons of Southern Africa. To ensure the continued success of both Proficos and Microbel, Wojciechowska has implemented a succession plan with her children, Melissa Florczak Van Graan and Dominic Florczak at the helm. Both of them
FAST MANUFACTURING FACTS: In 2016, 70 new products were formulated and manufactured by Proficos for various clients Proficos produces its own pigments for lipsticks The R&D teams at Proficos and Microbel have a good understanding of physiology and the human body F lexibility is paramount in both businesses, with Proficos and Microbel working extensively to meet their clients’ needs Proficos continues to streamline its processes and install more automated equipment. As a result, the company has gone from producing 6 000 units per day to 6 000 units per hour.
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been educated to post graduate levels at university in line with the needs of the businesses and share their mother’s ethical approach. Together they will continue to run the businesses in the same way as Wojciechowska has done for the last 25 years. •
Microbel – www.microbellabs.com Proficos – www.proficos.co.za
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CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
What you can conceive,
Remancos will achieve
A
ccording to Candice
from its state of the art factory based in
also offer organic, natural and eco-
Kalil, owner of Remancos,
Johannesburg’s Strijdom Park, where its
friendly formulations, as well as unique
the company’s contract
daily production volume ranges from 25kg
packaging solutions.’
manufacturing and marketing
to seven tonnes.
expertise has set a high standard in the personal care, cosmetics and skin care industry. Remancos, short for ‘research manufacturing and cosmetics’, was launched in 2009 to assist customers with getting their cosmetics products off the drawing board and onto store shelves. ‘We also specialise in developing private label brands,’ she says. ‘Remancos is a phone call away from your success. If it can be conceived, it can be produced and marketed.’
We offer organic, natural and eco-friendly formulations, as well as unique packaging solutions She adds, ‘We manufacture new and
A specialist concept business
existing products for customers’ private
The company offers custom contract
label by utilising the resources and
manufacturing and packing solutions
unique creative skills of Remancos. We
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The company is flexible and prides itself on offering a turnkey solution, regardless of whether the order is small or large. ‘We have the experience, expertise and commitment to ensure that our customers’ formulations are unique and competitive in the market. Our dedicated employees are passionate about what they do and can develop and manufacture body, face and hair care products.’ If you are looking for unique, exquisitely packaged and ready-to-turn product lines to fill a niche or start a full-scale campaign, Remancos is equipped to assist you. •
Remancos – www.remancos.co.za
CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
Bringing
innovation
24/7 shift pattern. They have worked through Sundays and public holidays, sacrificing precious time with their families and friends. With the new
to the table
machine, we have switched to a 24/5 pattern, giving our staff more social freedom,’ he adds. In addition to the pantyliner machine, NSP Unsgaard is home to a state of the art wet wipes machine, which was purchased in 2014.
As a world-class sanitary protection provider, NSP Unsgaard’s mission is to manufacture competitively priced, locally produced sanitary protection products. The company recently installed new machinery, doubling its output capacity. By Abby Vorster
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‘We can produce a wide variety of different types of wipes for the baby market, including newborn, sensitive and toilet training wipes,’ says Rycroft. ‘There are also other high-value niche markets within this category which cannot be ignored. As a result, NSP Unsgaard has
he pantyliner market has grown
outdated. We had limited capability to
become a key producer of feminine
exponentially over the last few years.
produce basic pads and pantyliners,
intimate wipes, facial cleansing
According to a report by Nielsen
and like other local producers in this
and make-up remover wipes, and
released in January 2017, the market
market, we relied heavily on imports
household wipes.’
is valued at nearly half the value of sanitary
from Asia to meet the demand for more
pads and now supersedes tampons in value
premium products,’ says George
in the Sanpro category.
Lemon, general works manager
Jessica Rycroft, national marketing
at NSP Unsgaard. ‘Since
manager for personal care at NSP Unsgaard
installing “Tinkerbell”,
says that pantyliner usage has become
we have doubled our
increasingly prevalent among women for
production output per
everyday hygiene and to supplement other
minute, giving
forms of sanitary protection, such as pads.
us immense
‘In these cost-conscious times, usage is only going to increase as the price per
capacity growth.’ The new machine goes
pantyliner to the consumer is lower than the
a long way to strengthen
price per sanitary pad,’ she explains.
localisation and ensuring the
To meet growing market demand, NSP
DID YOU KNOW?
Open for third party business NSP Unsgaard is actively strengthening its position
According to Nielsen, Comfitex in the local market. The is the number one pantyliner company is ISO certified brand in South Africa (July 2016) and operates according in terms of volume. This trusted product is produced locally to a quality management at NSP Ungaard’s GMP system that stretches to approved, worldits supplier base. Lemon class facility. explains: ‘We audit our raw
materials and packaging suppliers
company can meet mass market
regularly to mitigate risk as much as
Unsgaard recently acquired a pantyliner
needs for feminine care. It also gives
possible for NSP Unsgaard and most
machine from a leading manufacturer
NSP Unsgaard the capacity needed to
importantly, for the consumer. The
in Italy. It can produce different types of
enter the premium market with locally
business has evolved immensely from
pantyliners ranging from airlaid, ultra slim
produced goods.
a quality perspective and prides itself
pantyliners to fluff-based, cotton-soft options.
It’s also given the company the
on GMP. We are confident in our ability
ability to work smarter and provide its
Ushering in automation
to produce efficiently while keeping
workforce with more social freedom.
sustainability top of mind.’
‘In the past NSP Unsgaard’s manufacturing
‘Up until now, our employees had
technology for feminine care products was
been working on a continental or
Going forward, the company will be implementing a localisation strategy to enhance its ability to produce all its personal care products here in South Africa, within its world-class facility. ‘We’re also inviting potential contract manufacturing customers to partner
NSP Unsgaard’s pantyliner machine has been designed with simple operation in mind. This requirement was crucial considering the efficiency and availability in the highly competitive manufacturing environment
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with us and get in touch with our sales office to discuss opportunities,’ concludes Rycroft. •
NSP Unsgaard – www.lionmatch.co.za sales@unsgaard.co.za
CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
Master direct compression with Tablettose In pharmaceutical manufacturing, lactose is one of the most commonly used excipients. Meggle’s agglomerated lactose, Tablettose was developed specifically for direct compression.
T
ablettose has established itself at
compression excipient. Derivatives such
and 80 in accordance with ICH Q1A
the forefront of direct compression
as Tablettose 70 (showing outstanding
stability guidelines.
and maintained its position ever
flowability) and Tablettose 100 (defined
since. It has become an inherent
by its extraordinary compactibility)
A robust solution
part of innumerous active ingredient and
were subsequently developed to meet
α-lactose monohydrate preferentially
excipient combinations and repeatedly
the demand from R&D laboratories
proves its ability to enable what is said to be
for highly specific and
an ‘elegant way’ of manufacturing tablets.
troubleshooting excipients.
Tablettose, distributed in South Africa
A typical laser
by Amchem, is known for its very low
diffraction particle
hygroscopicity up to 90 percent R.H. at
size distribution of
20°C, as indicated by differential vapour
Tablettose 80 exhibits
sorption, enabling easy manageability
a d50 value of
and robust production processes in critical
145µm (d10 35µm,
climate zones.
d90 377µm), and a
Lactose is a white to off-white, odourless
specific BET-surface
powder with a slightly sweet taste. The
area is found in the
crystallinity of α-lactose monohydrate
range between
particles appears as monoclinic spheroidal,
0.6 and 0.7m2/g.
also known as Tomahawk-shaped.
deforms by a brittle fracture
DID YOU KNOW?
Y
area for intergranular
The new, even surfaces of α-lactose monohydrate also
Tablettose’s starting material is
Agglomerated α-lactose monohydrate
a compendial α-lactose monohydrate
alleviate lubricant sensitivity. A typical
is remarkably structured, representing
grade, agglomerated in a continuous
tablet tensile strength of 2.5N/mm2 for
granules that can bind API particles
process, with the exclusive use of hot
Tablettose 80 placebos may be seen at
mechanically, leading to reduced powder
water, which leads to the formation of
a corresponding compaction pressure of
segregation and subsequently reduced
robust and stable lactose granules.
250MPa. Ejection forces up to 350N are
content uniformity issues.
These diverse, rapidly formed particles
common under a lubrication load of 0.5
are subsequently dried and classified
percent magnesium stearate. •
A trend-setter and best-seller
by sieving. Finally, Tablettose grades are
As the first ever agglomerated lactose
packed into paper bags with PE-inliners
grade, Tablettose 80 was introduced to the
and a net weight of either 20 or 25kg.
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resulting in a larger surface
binding. Brittle fracture Direct compression is a popular also allows for low choice because it provides the shortest, strain rate sensitivity most effective and least complex way to produce tablets. The manufacturer – a phenomenon can blend an API with the excipient and that goes hand in lubricant, followed by compression, which hand with a tablet’s makes the product easy to process. No reduced tensile additional processing steps are strength at increased required. Source: www.pharmtech.com compaction speed.
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CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
Where
creativity is a way of life
E
stablished in 2001, Brunational
The company also has a manual
manufactures for clients both
flow wrapping line for its soap division,
locally and internationally under
which has become an area of massive
their private labels and has been
growth and is now housed in a separate
ISO9001 accredited since 2005.
facility situated across the road from
Being respected and one of the
the Brunational factory. Its soap division
most innovative personal care contract
produces both glycerin and palm-oil
manufacturers in the country are central
based soaps.
to the success of Brunational. Its main hub of manufacturing activity is located
Staying ahead of the trends
in Edenvale, Gauteng. This facility
Keeping up with the times is a big
includes an R&D laboratory; deionised
focus area for Brunational. Its buyer
water plant; extensive storage areas for
and management team maintain
packaging, raw materials and bulk storage;
meaningful partnerships with its suppliers
14 packing lines; three batch lines; an
and regularly have meetings to ensure
automatic labelling machine and a shrink-
the company is well informed of the
wrapping machine, along with two tube
latest industry trends and new actives
filling machines.
and ingredients on the market.
Brunational’s tube filling area
Brunational is a member of the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association, which helps to keep the business up to date with cutting-edge technology and continuous development in the rapidly expanding market. This knowledge sharing spans actives, adverse raw materials, packaging information and label claims, to name a few, helping to ensure the company manufactures the best possible product on the market for its clients. •
Brunational – www.brunational.co.za
BRUNATIONAL
Cosmetic & Skin Care Manufacturers One of the most respected, innovative contract manufacturing Companies in Gauteng, established in 2001 and a proud ISO9001 accredited Company since 2005 recognised both domestically and internationally in the cosmetics and toiletries market. Research & Development Lab. Manufacturing from 5kg right up to 5000kg. Private brand packing & labelling in clients packaging/components. Focused, committed, dynamic and service driven Company, priding ourselves on being flexible and talking directly to our customers to ensure they have the products to sell that meets their needs and ensuring high quality, value and total customer service.
....................Turning ideas into profit……………….. Street: 12 Bundo Road, Sebenza, Edenvale • Postal: P.O. Box 9531, Edenglen, 1613 • Phone: 011 609 4066 Fax: 011 609 4079 • Email: factory@brunational.co.za
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CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
Injecting
innovation into ideas A packing line at Dabur South Africa
I
Dabur South Africa is a large, customer-orientated contract manufacturer. Its expertise in the Ethnic market is ideally suited to ensure customers’ innovative hair and skin care product ideas reach their full potential. By Abby Vorster
t’s been five months
levels from the entrepreneur and small
since Dabur South Africa
business owner to medium size and
solutions tailored to meet the needs of
acquired the business of
multinational companies.’
consumers. This makes formulations
CTL Contracting. During
The company’s expertise lies in the
‘We develop custom formulation
developed by Dabur South Africa directly
growing and highly lucrative Ethnic hair
aligned to our customers’ brand messages
invested a significant amount
and skin care category. Its team has more
and performance goals,’ he adds.
into improving the capabilities
than 30 years’ experience in developing
this time, the company has
facility with new technology
products for the Ethnic market. Some of
Quality control and regulatory compliance
and equipment. This includes
of its Edenvale-based manufacturing
and producing innovative hair care the most successful products in this market
Dabur South Africa understands that
establishing a new production line
have been developed and manufactured
quality is critical to every one of its
to position the facility as a contract
by Dabur South Africa.
customers and their end-users. All products
We are confident in our formulation capabilities, which are supported by an excellent R&D facility and extensive regulatory knowledge
manufactured by the company conform
manufacturing hub for customers from various African countries. ‘Dabur South Africa is not only localising the manufacturing of its in-house products but also servicing customers’ increasing needs for a specialist Ethnic hair and skin care third party manufacturer,’ says Salil Dhingra, business head of Dabur South Africa. The most recent equipment commissioned by the contract manufacturer is a sachet filling machine for creams and liquids. This automated machine can produce about one million units monthly. The sachet filling machine complements Dabur South Africa’s existing aerosol facility, which
to a high standard of quality and are regulatory compliant. The company is a member of the Cosmetic, Toiletry & Fragrance Association of South Africa and the Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association of South Africa, and is working towards obtaining its GMP certification by the end of the year. ‘Our customers are an extension of our business. As a listed company with a 135year history in international markets, Dabur South Africa has strong business ethics and the drive to ensure our customers are successful. We are confident in our formulation capabilities, which are supported by an excellent R&D facility
produces approximately 500 000
and extensive regulatory knowledge,’ says
units monthly and its two liquid lines,
Dhingra. ‘Our knowledge of procurement
which can produce up to one million
is another plus point for customers, who
units monthly.
often aren’t equipped to source raw materials and packaging materials at the
Tailored solutions for Ethnic care
best possible rates to grow their businesses.
‘While we are a large contract
owners turn their product ideas into
manufacturer, we are still flexible
reality, ensuring their success in
and customer-oriented,’ Dhingra
the marketplace.’ •
Dabur South Africa is here to help brand
comments. ‘Dabur South Africa currently has capacity for a lot of new business and welcomes all
Dabur South Africa – admin.dabursa@mail.dabur
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NEW PRODUCT COMPETITION
Judging day highlights Good quality formulations, some great packaging design and components and the use of interesting actives were some of the highlights of the 2017 Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Review/Symrise New Product Competition (NPC) judging day.
T
his year 18 entries were received and
of the judging takes global trends into consideration
although there was a decline in the number
while bearing in mind the developments and
of entries from last year’s competition, the
challenges within the local market.
judges agreed the quality of this year’s
products far surpassed that of previous years. The entries were analysed by an esteemed panel
to wow the formulation judges. Why? Because
of judges on 27 July at Media Park, the home of
cosmetics are viewed as luxury goods and that’s
New Media Publishing, located in Auckland Park,
what consumers want from them. They want quality,
Johannesburg.
good skin feel and most importantly, results.
The panel included Percy Sibanda, L’Oréal’s Regulations judge, Percy Sibanda
A cutting-edge formulation and the innovative use of good and interesting actives are needed
While the judges did highlight several good
scientific and regulatory affairs advisor for sub-
quality formulations incorporating interesting
Saharan Africa and regulatory compliance expert
actives, they said the industry continues to play it
and industry consultant, Jill Gardiner. Sibanda and
safe with no ‘knock your socks off innovation’. This
Gardiner judged the regulations criteria and continue
could be due to a loss of appetite for risk, which
to make a valuable contribution in terms of steering
often results during challenging economic times.
the direction of the competition. Judging formulation
Regulations judge, Jill Gardiner
design and aesthetics were Robyn Brown, owner of
Embrace the internet
Botanichem and Elizna Hurter, manager of the chemist
All brands, regardless of the industry or market
department at Skin Chem Laboratories. Brown and
they cover, must have the full marketing spread,
Hurter were both new to the 2017 judging panel and
from branding and advertising to a digital
brought a fresh edge to the formulation category.
marketing campaign, including social media, to be
Packaging industry consultants Clive Glover and
successful. This is because an innovative product
Tony de Beer judged all packaging aspects of the
or range could easily fail if it’s not backed by a
competition, while Adele Du Toit, Annique’s marketing
comprehensive marketing strategy. Sadly, with
manager, assessed the marketing section.
many of the entries, social media seems to be an afterthought when it is in fact ‘low hanging fruit’
Take the risk and innovate It takes creativity and innovation to succeed in
It was clear to see the established brands are the
today’s competitive cosmetics and personal
ones with effective digital marketing campaigns
industry, both locally and in the global marketplace.
and a strong presence on social media, while newer
As the competition is open to local and Marketing judge, Adele Du Toit
waiting to be picked.
brands on the market are lacking in this regard. The
international products – which are available in South
marketing judge also came across a few inactive
Africa – the formulation design and aesthetics section
Twitter or Facebook pages, which she cautioned can be more damaging to a brand than no social media presence at all.
Compliance continues to develop The positive effect of the competition in helping brands to comply with regulations can be seen in repeat entrants that have Formulation judges, Elizna Hurter and Robyn Brown
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Packaging judges, Clive Glover and Tony de Beer
NEW PRODUCT COMPETITION
paid attention to the judges’ feedback
systems, elegant finishes and a few unique
be revealed on 5 October at the awards
and implemented it accordingly. Sadly,
additional elements on packs.
ceremony, taking place at The Venue
there are still those entrants who choose
Greenpark, in Sandton, Johannesburg. •
to ignore what is deemed highly valuable
A celebration worth attending
feedback and will soon be required by
Deemed the ‘Oscars’ of the industry, the
law as the current regulatory environment
NPC has become a valuable source of
is in transition from self-regulation to full
expert feedback which is
regulation by the Department of Health.
provided to all entrants after
According to the regulatory judges,
the awards evening. This
Symrise – www.symrise.com
Who entered in 2017?
medicinal claims on cosmetics products
feedback includes advice
continue to be a problem. Making these
on marketing, branding
claims isn’t going to help a brand score
and social media; how the
points with consumers. The brand will
entrants can improve their
just lose their trust when they realise
packaging; guidance in terms
the product can’t for example alter the
of regulatory compliance
structure of their skin, as initially promised
and where the products have
• dr.dermal | The Repair Balm
on its packaging.
done well or are lacking when
• dr.dermal | Total Rejuvenation Eye Cream
it comes to aesthetics and
Packaging quality is improving Both the judges agreed the quality of
formulation design. While every product entered
packaging sourced from China continues
receives extensive exposure in
to improve. Sourcing from the far east is
P&C Review and on our online
a reality in the South African cosmetics
platform, www.pharmacos.
industry for many reasons, including
co.za, the brand owner of
high minimum order requirements and
the winning product receives
exorbitant prices from local suppliers.
a trip to in-cosmetics 2018,
There were some innovative packaging
taking place in Amsterdam,
• Bellabaci International | Genies in a Bottle Range • dr.dermal | Texture Correction Lotion
• Essel Products | Aesthet Acne Gel • Henkel SA | Schwarzkopf Professional BC Fibre Force • Henkel SA | Schwarzkopf Professional BC Repair Rescue Nutri-Shield Serum • House of Zinplex | Zinplex Tattoo Range • Imbalie Beauty | Placecol Illuminé Retinol Serum
options on the table this year, with
The Netherlands from 17 to 19
both new and established brands
April. The prize includes flights,
paying increased attention to how their
accommodation and entry
• Marple Skin Care | Equilibre Range
products are packaged and the overall
into the exhibition.
• NSP Unsgaard | Cherubs Eco Facial Wipes
presentation of their brand. The judges commended the use of novel dispensing
The winner of the 2017 P&C Review/Symrise NPC will
• Imbalie Beauty | Skinderm Range
• RégimA Skin Treatments | RégimA SpaZone • Six Sensational Skincare | Six Man • Skoon. Skin Care | Retinin Resurfacing Moisturiser • Sorbet Man | Sorbet Man Skin and Beard Care Range • Sorbet Salon Skin | Sorbet 3 in 1 Micellar Cleansing Water • Woolworths | Longmarket Barber
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ETHNIC CARE
curls
CONNECTING THE
With its Centre of Excellence for Hair Care, IMCD South Africa offers expert formulation and analytical assistance to ensure continuous growth for its partners. The company shares some of its new ideas for product development using innovative ingredients from its international supplier partners.
T
he Ethnic care category is experiencing
award in the category Best New Functional Ingredient
trend towards natural styles, especially for
at in-cosmetics 2017. FiberHance BM Solution is a
hair. The market for relaxers is reported to
novel, patented ingredient that strengthens and
have suffered a significant decrease, caused by a
repairs internal hair fibres by creating additional bonds
rise in popularity of natural hair styles and a desire for
within the hair structure. It is a small, low molecular
less harmful ingredients.
weight molecule based on a unique natural glucoside
One size fits all is no longer relevant as consumers
DID YOU KNOW?
continue to demand more customised products to meet their hair care needs. This is even truer for Ethnic consumers, considering their distinct hair
Hair repair, strengthening, moisturisation and fast drying are some of the current buzz words inspiring new product development in the Ethnic hair care category.
types and textures. Four years ago, IMCD South Africa launched
chemistry, which allows penetration deep into the hair fibre up to the cortex. It can be used in a neutralising shampoo to help restore hair to its original condition. Another hot active ingredient for Ethnic hair care is CLR’s Follicusan, which prevents accelerated hair loss through vitalisation of the hair follicles, helping
a Centre of Excellence for Hair Care with a
to prevent the progress of alopecia androgenetica
special focus on Ethnic hair. Since its inception,
in women.
the lab has carried out projects centred specifically on hair improvement and repair, with a particular focus on hair growth. Projects have
been shared with local and overseas customers,
Hydrovance from Azko Nobel promotes hair cuticle repair, reversing the damage effects of UV exposure and colouring or bleaching. Wacker Belsil DM 5102 E and ADM 6301 E can
showcasing ingredients from IMCD’s leading
be used in shampoos and conditioners to deliver
international suppliers. These supplier partners
‘fast-drying’ claims. DM 5102 E is a dimethicone with
include Ashland, Grant Industries, Akzo Nobel, Jan
a small particle size for efficient deposition, while
Dekker and Wacker, to name just a few.
ADM 6301 E is a film-forming macro emulsion of an
Since its inception, the lab has carried out projects centred specifically on hair improvement and repair
amino-functional silicone for fast drying effects and
Supplier network with advanced ingredients
grooming of damaged thick or curly hair. Used in
As a private label of IMCD, Jan Dekker
hair drying times.
combination, these ingredients drastically accelerate
delivers the highest quality oils and butters including argan oil, avocado oil and shea
Fit-for-market formulations
butter. These are essential ingredients for
IMCD South Africa’s Centre of Excellence for Hair Care
enhancing the moisturising and nourishing
is currently working on multiple projects, developing fit-
benefits of any Ethnic hair care formulation.
for-market formulations. These are based on the above
Granrepair Powerbond from Grant Industries acts by protecting existing disulfide bonds, as well as reconnecting broken
mentioned key ingredients to fulfil consumers’ needs in line with the latest market trends. With its technical expertise, insight into global
ones caused by excessive bleaching, over-
trends, local market knowledge and a portfolio of
processing and frequent flat iron use. Its
premium ingredients, IMCD South Africa helps its
innovative composition provides increased
customers to bring winning products to market. •
deposition to the hair with less potential
for unwanted wash-off, resulting in outstanding softening, shine and improved wet and dry combing performance.
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Ashland’s FiberHance BM Solution won the Gold
continuous growth thanks to the worldwide
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IMCD South Africa – www.imcdgroup. com/worldwide/south-africa
ETHNIC CARE
The business of
healthy hair Dorah Kgatla and Harold Malepe from Evonik Africa
discuss consumers’ concerns in this category and how to develop innovative products using raw materials from the company.
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epending on a woman’s
issues that stem from using relaxers.
and fully understand each region’s unique
hairstyle and her hair type,
Luckily though, multinational and local
needs and requirements.
there is usually an array of hair
brand owners and manufacturers are
concerns she could be facing,
increasingly developing specialised hair
universal solution to overcome consumers’
from manageability issues to dryness. It will
care solutions for Ethnic women and their
hair care problems worldwide, we have
take a lot of effort to try convincing black
varying hair types.
developed raw materials that can assist with
women to stop relaxing their hair. Just as
While we acknowledge there is no
a wide variety of these needs. As a result,
trying to get Asian women to refrain from
Fresh formulation ideas
we have produced a hair care travel kit to
using flat irons and Caucasian women from
Evonik continues to invest heavily in its
cover the most common hair problems.
bleaching their hair are likely to be met with
R&D to better understand the needs of the
Our Rebalancing Leave-in Conditioner will
a lot of resistance.
Ethnic hair care market. Our South African
help provide hair with much needed protein
personal care team regularly travel to sub-
while conditioning and promoting the
Saharan African countries to be closer to
growth of healthy hair fibres. For consumers
Dandruff, splits ends, a receding hair line and a dry scalp are some of the
with braids who love multitasking, Evonik
Table 1: Formulation guide
offers an easy to apply Odour Absorbing
Phase
Ingredients
%
Function
and Conditioning Hair Milk (see Table 1) to
A
Water
Bal.
Diluent
fit in with their busy lifestyles. To help soothe
A
Glycerine
5.00
Moisturiser
and nourish the scalp, our variety of hair oil
B
Zinc Ricineolate
2.00
Odour control active
formulations are highly recommended. We
B
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
4.50
Solubiliser, improves skin feel
also have a Deep Treatment Hair Masque
B
PEG/PPG-4/12 Dimethicone
0.60
Improves wet/dry combing
formulated with Lactil and nature’s trusted
B
Bis-(Isostearoyl/Oleoyl Isopropyl) Dimonium Methosulfate
2.50
Hair conditioner
oils to leave hair feeling soft, revitalised
C
Fragrance
q.s
C
Preservative
q.s
Odour absorbing and conditioning hair milk
and moisturised. •
Evonik – www.evonik.com
It’s about you, naturally We care about nature, that’s why 90% of our products are based on renewable sources
We ensure our products are safe for you to use We deliver on our products’ promised performance Evonik Africa (Pty) Ltd IBG Business Park, Midrand, South Africa t +27 11 697 0724 | www.evonik.com
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Leading supplier of raw material for hair care products.
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ETHNIC CARE
Restoring skin to its
natural beauty
Besides the more common skin care concerns, sensitive skin and reduced facial volume are also areas of interest for Ethnic consumers. Through Lipotec, Savannah Fine Chemicals is promoting Adifyline peptide and Delisens peptide to address these concerns. Figure 1: Real 3D images of a volunteer at day 0 (left) and after 14 days of applying a cream with Acetyl Hexapeptide-38 (right)
T
he Ethnic market is increasingly facing
sensitive skin issues. This condition includes indicators like prickling, burning, tingling, pain or itching, occasional erythema and
flushing, negatively affecting one’s quality of life. These can be induced by several environmental aggressors such as pollution, UV radiation, dryness and heat; personal care products such as cosmetics and soap; psychological conditions like stress and hormonal factors1. Sensitive skin may worsen and give rise to inflammatory and/or pruritic chronic disorders such as atopic dermatitis dry skin and acne, which share a common pattern of barrier impairment and increased vascular reactivity.
Repairing sensitive and damaged skin
In clinical studies, Acetyl Hexapeptide-49 was shown to diminish PAR-2 activity, CGRP, IL-6 and IL-8 release, reducing neurogenic inflammation and itch. In an in vitro 3D-skin model, it was also proven to efficiently
During inflammation, a specific type of sensory
counteract the release of cytokines induced by
neuron releases peptides and neurotransmitters
cosmetics allergens. It stimulated human keratinocyte
acting on target cells and leading to further
proliferation, which assists the re-epithelisation and
inflammation. Proteinase Activated Receptor 2 (PAR-
repairing process of damaged skin. It also helped
2) participates in the release of some cytokines, such
prevent further damage by protecting human dermal
as Interleukin-6 (IL-6) and IL-8, and it is also involved in
fibroblasts from UV radiation.
the delay of barrier function recovery. When skin is exposed to allergens, PAR-2 is
In vivo test results show Delisens peptide reduced the stinging sensation in the short and long term as
stimulated inducing an allergic inflammation and
well as the pain, redness and discomfort induced by
directly affecting the structure and function of the
lactic acid. It also eased the stinging and burning
epidermal barrier.
sensation linked to capsaicin and enhanced
Lipotec has designed a novel hexapeptide in response to the needs of sensitive skin. Delisens
skin moisturisation. Considering the extensive benefits of Delisens
peptide (INCI name Acetyl Hexapeptide-49)
peptide, it proves an excellent candidate to reduce
diminishes the PAR-2-induced release of pro-
the PAR-2 induced release of pro-inflammatory
inflammatory mediators, calming neurogenic
mediators, lessening disorders linked to sensitive skin
inflammation and relieving irritation in sensitive skin.
and itching.
It could also facilitate damaged barrier function restoration, preventing further inflammation.
Hexapeptide to enhance facial volume Reduced facial volume in Ethnic or darker skin tones occurs because of a reduction in skin-connected adipose tissue, which acts as a supporting component. Adipose tissue is a specialised connective tissue found beneath the skin. It has two variants, depending on the main function of the tissue and its main cells (adipocytes). Its growth can be stimulated in certain areas, such as the face, breasts, buttocks, lips or hands. In humans, brown adipose tissue (BAT) is present in a minute percentage (five percent). It is essential in newborns and at early stages of human life. The natural ageing process reduces this low quantity, making white adipose tissue (WAT) the most abundant tissue in adults. Adipogenesis is the process where preadipocytes convert into mature adipocytes. It is a complex
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Adifyline peptide (INCI name: Acetyl
in WAT. The results of the in vivo tests
adipocytes must be expressed while
Hexapeptide-38), a new hexapeptide
showed cheek volume increased by
the distinctive genes of preadipocytes
from Lipotec, is based on this mode of
almost 12 percent with respect to the initial
need to be down-regulated or almost
activity. It is ideal for formulating products
time (see Figure 1).
inhibited2. Certain key factors are
aimed at increasing fat tissue volume in
required for differentiation. Peroxisome
specific areas while diminishing the visible
Adifyline peptide is an ideal ingredient
proliferator-activated Receptor-Gamma
effects of ageing.
to augment local volume while delaying
(PPARγ) and Peroxisome proliferator-
Considering these positive results,
skin’s natural ageing process. This hexapeptide can provide a replenishing
1 alpha (PGC-1α) are both indispensable
Proven to augment facial volume
transcriptional factors for this maturation
Acetyl Hexapeptide-38 increases
and can improve the silhouette. •
to occur.
adipocyte maturation in WAT by
activated receptor-Gamma Coactivator
In WAT cells, a high induction of PGC-
increasing the levels of PGC-1α,
effect in specific zones like cheeks or lips
REFERENCES:
1α expression during ex vivo human
facilitating lipid accumulation in mature
subcutaneous preadipocyte differentiation
adipocytes and local volume growth.
was perceived, rising to the levels found
These properties have been confirmed
in mature adipocytes3. This data confirms
in in vitro and in vivo tests, showing that
that PGC-1α co-activates PPARγ in WAT,
lipid accumulation was satisfactorily
potentiating the expression of genes linked
superior, possibly due to a higher
to adipocyte differentiation and resulting in
number of mature adipocytes with the
adipogenesis stimulation.
ability to store the lipids. A visible volume
thermogenic nuclear hormone receptor coactivator PGC-1α
growth was observed in the tested areas,
is reduced in the adipose tissue of morbidly obese subjects.
If PGC-1α expression increased, the adipocyte maturation rate would grow,
which include the face and breast.
increasing the number of adipocytes
Acetyl Hexapeptide-38 improved
capable of storing lipids. Fat deposits
adipocyte differentiation increasing in
would be formed easier and fat tissue
vitro PGC-1α levels by 61.1 percent and
volume augmented in the desired area.
raising lipid accumulation by 32.4 percent
1. Ständer S, Schneider SW, Weishaupt C, et al. Putative neuronal mechanisms of sensitive skin. Exp Dermatol. 18(5): 417 – 423, 2009. 2. Gerhold DL, Liu F, Jiang G, et al. Gene expression profile of adipocyte differentiation and its regulation by peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma agonists. Endocrinology. 143 (6): 2106-18, 2002. 3. Semple RK, Crowley VC, Sewter CP, et al. Expression of the
International Journal of Obesity. 28: 176-179, 2004.
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A unique approach to tailoring
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African consumers have their own specific needs and desires, particularly when it comes to their hair. Clariant is paying attention to these demands with a unique cost performance strategy to ensure its innovative personal care products are relevant to the local market. By Abby Vorster
espite its leading global positioning,
with Clariant, we’ve identified a need to provide
providing focused local and regional
our smaller to mid-sized customers with a
technical support is
platform for innovation. So, we invite them
equally important to
to the laboratory for training
Clariant to grow its market share in
and brainstorming sessions
the Ethnic care category.
to help us tailor our solutions
Kumaren Naidoo, Clariant’s
according to their new product
business unit head for
development needs.’
industrial and consumer
Precious hair has unique needs
specialties explains: ‘Using the smart molecules developed
One example of a formulation
by Clariant’s innovation
that can be tailored to the
centre based in Frankfurt,
needs of the South African
Germany, and market insight fed through from our
Kumaren Naidoo
sales team to the application laboratory based in Eubsa,
Ethnic care category is Clariant’s Oil for Precious Hair leave-on conditioner formulated with Plantasens Abyssinian Oil.
Turkey, Clariant is equipped to develop market relevant formulations that are balanced in terms of cost and performance.’ The application lab in
How it works is Clariant’s R&D experts, at its application lab in Turkey, take an innovative formulation or product, which is backed by clinical testing for efficacy and claim substantiation, and tailor it to Ethnic
Turkey plays an important
consumers’ hair or skin care needs using a cost
role in the development
performance strategy. ‘The performance of the
of solutions for mid-sized and smaller customers
tailor-made formulation is then compared to its European premium equivalent to establish a
in South Africa.
pattern that balances performance and cost,’
‘While multinational
comments Naidoo.
companies have their own interface
He says organic oils, like the Plantasens Abyssinian Oil, are seen as premium products
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in the South African market and hold great value in terms of their relevance to local
Phase
consumers. This particular oil is cold-pressed, natural, sourced from the sun-drenched African highlands and filled with benefits only the African earth can provide. It illuminates hair and nourishes the skin without a greasy after
A
Ingredients
INCI
%
Plantasens Abyssinian Oil
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
30.0
Plantasens Olive LD
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
58.3
Plantasens AJO
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
8.0
Plantasens Carefeel Alba
Limnanthes Ala (Meadowfoam Seed Oil (and) Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Extract
3.00
Tocopherol
Tocopherol
0.5
Perfume Oeillet
Parfum
0.2
feel thanks to its ultra-light texture. When compared to Argan, coconut and meadowfoam oils, Abyssinian Oil provided the most shine to hair without weighing it down. It is also proven to improve hair’s manageability and leave it feeling softer and lighter, making the oil ideal for use in leave on products for virgin or natural hair. Using a naturally inspired concept, Clariant tested the power of Abyssinian Oil in a leave-on formulation called Oil for Precious Hair (see Table 1 for the formulation guide). Its R&D team combined sophisticated oils and blends to create a concept formulation that
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Oil for Precious Hair is more effective than an oil benchmark and even more effective than a conditioner at controlling frizz when tested on five swatches of Brazilian hair
DID YOU KNOW?
The product was tested on a number of parameters including its ability to aid
manageability and control frizz. The Natural oils continue to be a popular results showed that Oil for Precious product source for the Ethnic hair care category. Natural hair care bloggers Hair is 2.4 times more effective rave about these oils, saying they’ve than an oil benchmark and ‘been using them for years to make 3.4 times more effective their hair softer, shinier and than a conditioner at even stronger’. Source: www. controlling frizz. • blackgirllonghair.com
delivers unique care benefits, aids manageability and keeps hair looking shiny and healthy.
Clariant – www.clariant.com
*Studies done on Relaxed African Hair
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A botanical solution for split ends Nourishing natural oils are very trendy in the Ethnic hair care category. To address spilt ends, Botanichem says the cold pressed oil, Trichomega is an ideal ingredient.
Argan oil is highly acclaimed for its numerous beneficial qualities. It improves the skin’s barrier function and neutralises free radicals. With its high vitamin E content, argan oil is an effective emollient that restores elasticity and repairs damaged skin. Botanica Natural Products offers both conventional and organic pure argan oil, which is imported directly from the source, at the foot of the Atlas mountains in Morroco. It is quickly absorbed by the skin and is non greasy. To find out more about our range of oils and certified plant extracts
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richoptilosis or split ends are an extremely common problem for all hair types, especially hair that is coarse and curly.
This hair type tends to be naturally dry which exacerbates the situation. Hair is made up of the cuticle, which is the outer layer of dead cells protecting the inner structure. The cuticle is made up of long coiled proteins. Breakage and split ends occur when the cuticle is worn away causing the strands to split or unravel. Damage can be caused by excessive heat styling, using inferior styling tools, environmental damage, lack of maintenance, chemical treatments, over washing and improper detangling techniques. While it is impossible to repair split ends once they have occurred, they can be prevented by protecting and nourishing the hair. Hair that is well moisturised and nourished is less likely to experience split ends. Products formulated with ingredients that repair the protein structure and replenish moisture are ideal in this regard.
Botanical gold from the rainforest Cobiosa, represented locally by Botanichem, has created Trichomega – a natural cold pressed oil extracted from the nut of the Sacha Inchi tree, which is native to the Amazon. The oil is cold pressed to retain the natural goodness and beneficial properties. Trichomega contains high concentrations of polyunsaturated fatty
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acids and has an average of 48 percent Omega 3, 37 percent Omega 6 and eight percent Omega 9. It is said to be an outstanding additive for promoting faster hair growth as it
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feeds the follicles, stimulating growth. It also restores the lipid layer, which is the only continuous structure found in hair, making it more resistant to breakage and split ends. Trichomega can give hair beautiful shine and improve its appearance. It is ideal for inclusion in hair treatments that address the main issues associated with hair breakage. Suitable applications include hair treatment masks, lotions to prevent and improve split ends, treatments to improve hair shine and formulations that improve weak and dry hair. •
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Ingredients for tailored care Although the biochemical composition of Ethnic hair is identical to that of Caucasian or Asian hair, morphologically it is different in terms of elasticity and comb-ability, which results in different product needs. Essential Specialised Products (ESP) discusses a variety of ingredients to meet these needs. Table 1
Product code
INCI name
Mechanism
Multifunctional benefits
22045 Active.Lite Hair – for bleaching
Polyquarternium-80 & Water & Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide & Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
This active ionically binds to hair cuticles offering immediate and long-term protection from harsh chemical treatments.
•c hemically resilient material •u tilises matrix-style scaffolding • s trengthens hair • moisturises
22046 Active.Lite Hair – for relaxing
Polyquaternium-80 & Water & Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide & Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract & Sclerocarya Birrea Fruit Extract
This active utilises a highly effective 3D hybrid biopolymer to support the hair fibre throughout the harsh chemical treatment while still allowing the relaxer to penetrate for optimal results.
• r estores resilience • reduces breakage • s trengthens and protects hair
16824 AC Kerazyme Protect
Hydrolysed Keratin & Bambusa Arundinacea Leaf Extract & Trametes Versicolor Extract
This active protects against colour fade, UV damage and thermal stressors by structurally improving the integrity of the hair cuticle.
• seals the cuticle • natural and safe •n ourishes and conditions the cuticle • i mproves curl retention
20488 AC Keratin Hydrolysate Silox
Water & Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol
This active penetrates the cortex to repair and build strength from within the hair for more manageable, healthier locks.
• i mproves comb-ability • reduces breakage • enhances shine and smoothness • forms a protective film • intense moisture binding capacity
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here are five classifications of Ethnic hair, all of which are variations of curly hair. They range from a looser curl texture to a tightly curled or coiled texture. Tightly curled hair is more susceptible to breakage, often exacerbated
by styling tools that elongate the curl. ESP represents several international suppliers that offer innovative and practical solutions to meet the needs of this group of consumers. CRM produces Abyssinian Oil, which provides an excellent lipid after-feel with improved manageability and conditioning. It has a light feeling, non-greasy sensorial profile that is suitable for hair and skin care products. It also deeply conditions hair to protect and restore its healthy attributes. In skin care applications, it offers superior moisturisation.
Bespoke ingredients Ethnic hair, like all hair types, requires tailored protection from intentional and unintentional stressors to defend it from damage. This can be caused by chemical processes, such as colouring or bleaching, and mechanical processes such as heat styling to keep hair stronger and more radiant. If proper care is not taken, these stressors will cause hair to become overly porous, dry, brittle and more susceptible to breakage. ESP says the products in Table 1 protect tresses from a range of chemical and mechanical stressors as well as prolong colour fade and help with managing frizz. •
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Create beautiful African hair with Croda
In recent consumer focus groups conducted by
Croda South Africa, the company asked a panel of consumers what five benefits they want from a hair
The global speciality chemicals company has recognised the importance of testing its products in Africa on African hair. Croda is committed to this strategy because of the differences perceived in how ingredients and formulations interact on Black African hair when compared to African American hair.
care product. Their responses have provided Croda
he most common hair and scalp concerns
Croda recently completed another African hair study
Figure 1: Mean values of TEWL front and back assessment scores for the test product and the control at Day 0, two, six, eight, 14 and 16
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among African women include hair breakage, scalp itching, excessive flaking and hair loss at the crown and temples. Hair care products popular
among African women, include hair food, gels, spritzers and relaxers, all of which have been implicated in hair fragility and loss. Hair care regimes further complicate these issues, especially an itchy and flaking scalp. It is important to recognise the difference between dry flaking scalp and dandruff.
with insightful data. When compared to products currently on the market, it is clear these five benefits need to be prioritised by Croda’s customers and within its Centre of Excellence for African Hair. The company will therefore focus its efforts on these needs to ensure it is meeting the demands of local consumers.
Putting DuraQuench IQ SA to the test in partnership with the Photobiology Laboratory at the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. The objective was to assess the efficacy of a leaveon aftercare moisturising product formulated with Croda’s DuraQuench IQ SA on the scalp. The study was performed on 40 healthy African women with previously relaxed (damaged) hair. Once daily, the product was applied on the scalp and gently massaged in using the fingertips. The study ran for 16 days with assessments carried out in a blind un-paired fashion for six days during this period. Half the panelists had a test product containing Croda’s DuraQuench IQ SA; the other half used a control product. Protocol included training the panelists on how to apply the product efficiently. They were also acclimatised in a temperature and humidity controlled room for 20 minutes prior to assessments on all six days. Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) tests were done using the Biox Aquaflux with hydration measurements taken in two places on the scalp. These locations were demarcated on each panelist to ensure the same location was measured for each of the readings.
Figure 2: Mean values of visual front and back assessment scores for the test product and the control at Day 0, two, six, eight, 14 and 16
Results showed a statistically significant improvement of the front scalp barrier function after 16 days of applying the test product containing Croda’s DuraQuench IQ SA when compared to the control. There was also a statistically significant improvement of the back-scalp barrier function after 14 and 16 days of applying the test product when compared to the control (see Figure 1). A statistically significant visual improvement of the front and back-scalp hydration was seen after six, eight, 14 and 16 days of applying the test product when compared to the control product (see Figure 2). •
Croda – www.crodapersonalcare.com
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Happy Scalp for Happy Hair
DuraQuench IQ SA TM
Day 0
Statistical significant visual improvement of the front and back scalp hydration after 6, 8, 14 and 16 days of applying test product vs. control TEWL assessment yielded significant differences in terms of improvement in scalp barrier function Suitable for use in: Shampoos, conditioners and leave in products Inclusion level: 2.5-5% ‘Proudly tested in Africa ‘
Day 16
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Applied daily for a period of 16 days
PHARMACEUTICAL FOCUS//Supply Chain & Distribution
Solutions for a sensitive sector VALUE-ADDED WAREHOUSING ACTIVITIES BOLLORÉ LOGISTICS’ TEAMS in South Africa have successfully partnered with Clarins South Africa on a value-added warehousing solution. The renewable contract is for a five-year period and operations have been successfully launched, after many months of planning and implementation. These operations will showcase the quality of
Today’s increasingly stringent regulations and a rise in outsourcing and globalisation of production require even greater flexibility from supply chains in the health care sector. To support all pharmaceutical industry operators, Bolloré Logistics offers custom-fit solutions.
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Bolloré Logistics Supply Chain activities in Africa. The operations started on 4 January 2017, following a five-month implementation period. Bolloré Logistics teams created a dedicated space of 2 800m² in its Pomona warehouse (Johannesburg), equipped with storage racks on seven levels that can accommodate 2 400 paletts, with the potential for additional facilities for future expansion and growth.
he worldwide pharmaceutical
extensive. It offers multimodal transport,
In order to allow for the preparation of a large volume
distribution chain can benefit
air and ocean chartering. Its refrigerated
of retail orders, under the best security conditions,
from Bolloré Logistics’ wide
air and ocean containers are equipped
the warehouse has been equipped with dynamic
range of solutions. These include
with real-time temperature tracking while
shelving and a short rolling conveyor for transporting
its warehouses are temperature controlled
prepared packages. The operations are run by Bolloré
the warehousing and distribution of pharmaceutical products, management of medicines from multiple origins to ‘pharmerging’ countries and multimodal cold chain management. Its solutions incorporate the recommendations for transit services set out in the good distribution practices (GDP) guidelines and comply with GMP in
The company is equipped to manage aid and relief flows from multiple countries to ‘pharmerging’ markets
respect of all storage
and managed in terms
Logistics’ WMS – SQUARE (the computer system for
of inventory.
managing the warehouse).
Postponement and
After just one week of operations, the client’s
product labelling,
orders are being handled on time with the required
order preparation and
quality and operations have stabilised. The value-
kitting are just some
added operations of kitting and co-packing are
of Bolloré Logistics’
already under way and approximately 3 300 000
value added services
units will be prepared and dispatched in 2017,
for pharmaceutical
destined for both South Africa and export.
and biotechnology
Clarins has placed its confidence in Bolloré
companies. The
Logistics South Africa thanks to the quality of its
company is also
technical solution and commercial proposal, which
equipped to manage
adequately fits with Clarins’ supply chain and
aid and relief flows
business development strategy in the long run.
from multiple countries to ‘pharmerging’
Clarins South Africa’s senior management looks forward to the collaboration with Bolloré Logistics. The Bolloré Logistics South Africa teams remain
and postponement activities.
markets, and offers specific operations for
To ensure the integrity of
isotropic and psychotropic drugs through
enthusiastic about the collaboration with this
dedicated facilities and trained teams.
key client: ‘Our wish is to accompany our clients
pharmaceutical products from their origin to the destination with reliable partners,
Compliance is key to Bolloré Logistics,
in a process of continued improvement with our
Bolloré Logistics has implemented an IATA
which is why the company conforms to
mutual performance and permanent feedback
CEIV certification programme on 18 sites
the standards set out in ISO 9001 and
from both sides. We remain focused on our
and 12 warehouses across the globe. The
ISO 14001. All its sites and equipment
performance indicators and we will permanently
programme aims to ensure infrastructure
undergo regular maintenance and
refine our work process in order to strive for even
improvements, staff training levels and the
controls in accordance with the
greater operational
standards of controls.
applicable regulations. •
excellence,’ explains Koen Rombouts, MD
Prescribed for pharma The logistics company’s custom solutions for the pharmaceutical industry are
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New temperature controlled packaging
F
monitor the temperature, light exposure,
solution is set to improve the handling of
humidity and movement of the shipment.
temperature-sensitive shipments in the
The 2016 Pharma Exec Country Report
pharmaceutical industry.
on South Africa states that ‘the local
The FedEx Cold Shipping solution FedEx Cold Shipping packaging is smaller, lighter and more compact than most gel-pack systems, leading to lower shipping costs for the customer
standard duration box and up to 96 hours
Biologics require next level logistics
for the extended duration box. It is designed
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to be easy to use, reliable, cost-effective
uses cutting-edge technologies to provide
and environmentally friendly. The solution
health care suppliers with cost-effective
can be used by the health care and
and environmentally friendly solutions for
pharmaceutical industries, as well as any
their life-saving products,’ says Mike Higley,
shipper requiring low-temperature options
vice president of operations at FedEx
for its goods.
Express Southern Africa.
inside the package for up to 48 hours for the
to FedEx Business Insights. Although these
that every stage of the supply chain
This new temperature controlled
two to eight degrees Celsius environment
other pharmaceuticals. This is according
and transportation requirements demand
Cold Shipping in South Africa.
environment. It can maintain a constant
used at approximately twice the rate of
popular, high costs, specialised storage
FedEx Corp, has introduced FedEx
for goods that require a refrigerated
such as biologics, are expected to be
products are becoming increasingly
edEx Express, a subsidiary of
includes cold shipping packaging
Within the next few years, temperature sensitive biopharmaceutical products,
pharmaceutical market is worth R39.5 billion and the largest in sub-Saharan Africa, growing at a CAGR of 7.4 percent from 2014 to 2019, according to the latest IMS Health data’. ‘Launching this product in the South African region enables us to cater to a growing market with innovative solutions that truly transform health care logistics,’ concludes Higley. •
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BUILDING BUSINESS THROUGH STRATEGY AND KNOWLEDGE Strategnos was started in 1999 with the belief that business success can be achieved through disciplined execution of strategy supported by industry specific knowledge. The Strategnos name has its origins in the Greek “Strategia” and “Gnosi” meaning Strategy and Knowledge, respectively. Strategnos is a management consulting company with a core focus on implementing Business and Supply Chain Solutions. We seek to build your business through integration
Strategy and Knowledge, on the premise that no one knows your Strategy or business better than you do. With a strong capability in understanding an organisation’s strategy and its core purpose, we provide the necessary solutions and support. Strategic execution however cannot be successful in the absence of knowledge. Strategnos prides itself in its ability to acquire the necessary specific knowledge to develop practical solutions and apply these to the issue at hand.
With the recent changes to GPP and GWP, Strategnos is your partner to ensure all regulatory requirements are met through best practice and pragmatic methods.
WHAT WE DO MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
COLD CHAIN AND TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT
CONSULTING
Strategnos brings with it years of industry experience and knowledge. We are able to assist clients to achieve their business’ desired outcomes and objectives.
Strategnos is an industry leader within the Cold Chain and control of temperature sensitive products environment with the key focus on the health science industry.
Using a highly structured approach the Strategnos team will interpret and implement the requirements of any specified, standard or guideline regulations.
Strategic Solutions are developed, these are then implemented and executed through structured project initiatives and underpinned by appropriate change management to ensure all stakeholders are aligned for business success.
Our objective is to deliver compliance in a cost effective manner to our clients.
We help you meet audit requirements and achieve compliance for the appropriate certification.
This is achieved through consistent innovative thinking, priding ourselves in providing practical solutions.
COLD CHAIN AND TEMPERATURE MANAGMENT SERVICES
TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY MAPPING
VALIDATION AND QUALIFICATION
TEMPERATURE MONITORING
We follow local and international guidelines for all aspects of storing pharmaceutical products, mapping storage temperatures on a periodic basis. Our proprietary methods and software provides an audit-ready report, with a detailed analysis, interpretation and recommendations. All recording devices are calibrated to National Standards, on an annual basis.
With the increased regulatory focus on validation and qualification, we follow best practice guidelines to write and execute appropriate protocols to meet regulatory requirements. We manage the entire process from start to finish and provide an audit-ready validation/ qualification protocol and report with all supporting evidence.
Temperature monitoring of shipments is a typical requirement for pharmaceutical product distribution. We manage and analyse the data with precision making sure the data is accessible, traceable and supported by calibration certificates. Furthermore, the data is reviewed and analysed for corrective action required.
011 453 1020/4/5
admin@strategnos.com
WE ALSO OFFER: Calibration: Oversight services to manage and execute calibration of temperature monitoring devices. End-to-End Compliance solutions: This service offers clients an end-to-end managed solution. Training: Cold Chain & Temperature Management Fundamentals, Operational Training.
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PHARMACEUTICAL FOCUS//Supply Chain & Distribution
Essential links in the cold chain
The changes to regulatory requirements for the distribution of cold chain pharmaceuticals have specific impact on manufacturers, wholesalers, transport providers and pharmacies. Sarantis Kosmas and Ari Nerwich from Strategnos provide key considerations and guidance to assist with compliance.
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KEY CONSIDERATIONS WHEN EXECUTING A MAPPING: • duration • temperature recording interval applied to the probe/logging device • number of probes/ logging devices • probe position and accuracy • annual calibration of probes (not older than one year), which is a requirement.
hermolabile pharmaceutical products
monitoring of facilities and equipment, and an
require storage and transportation
increased focus on risk management. There
between two and eight degrees Celsius
is also increased focus on transport systems.
to ensure their safety, potency and
This requirement has been expanded to ensure
efficacy. Within the shifting regulatory framework,
transportation systems maintain the temperature
compliance can be achieved when all partners in
requirements of transported product and that
the value chain adopt a structured approach.
vehicles are mapped, validated and temperature
There are two important updates to the
GPP Board Notice 50 specifically mentions
Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) (promulgated in
the route used during transportation should
February 2015) and Good Wholesaling Practice
also be assessed or validated to transport
(GWP) (promulgated in July 2016) have been
pharmaceuticals, especially during extreme
updated. The former, by the South African
seasonal months. This is to ensure systems are
Pharmacy Council (SAPC), and the latter, by the
appropriate to guarantee patient safety.
Medicines Control Council (MCC). The SAPC released amendments for
Storage areas
implementation to the rules relating to GPP, with
These include warehouses (typically between 15
particular focus on requirements for thermolabile
and 25° Celsius), cold rooms, refrigerators, which
products. The amendment refers to the replacement
are generally maintained between two and eight
of rule 2.3.5. ‘cold storage of pharmaceuticals’ with
degrees Celsius – although this may change
‘minimum standards for the procurement, storage
depending on product requirements.
and distribution of thermolabile pharmaceutical
The update to Board Notice 50 refers to
products’. Board Notice 50 expands the scope of
‘temperature mapping’, which must be performed
requirements from storage to include procurement
annually on the storage area, especially
and distribution. The obligations related to storage
after installation.
have also increased where pharmacies now have
GWP 2016 stipulates temperature mapping
the challenge of increasing cost, time and effort
should be performed every two to three years
to comply.
also accounting for seasonal extremes. We would
Updated guidelines released by the MCC for
recommend every 12 to 18 months in alternating
GWP for wholesalers expand the requirements from
seasons for warehouses and annually for cold
the March 2012 version to include essential detail
rooms etc., as well as after significant changes
lacking in this component of the pharmaceutical
to the facility or facility design, which could
supply chain. GWP 2016 now expands the scope
impact airflow.
of requirements for validation, qualification, temperature mapping of equipment, temperature
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Temperature should be monitored and recorded at minimum twice daily; the aim being
PHARMACEUTICAL FOCUS//Supply Chain & Distribution
to verify unit temperatures are being maintained within the required range. Calibrated monitoring devices with an accuracy of ± 0.5°C must be placed in the positions of highest risk. This can be done manually or via an integrated continuous data logging
Exposure to extreme seasonal temperatures may influence insulated container performance and potentially break the cold chain
temperature monitoring device or system. to guide the process and document
2. B e pragmatic – it is important to meet
Distribution and transportation
all test evidence.
The Board Notice 50 update makes
and non-pharmaceutical goods is
provision for a comprehensive quality
prohibited in order to mitigate the risk
system, a distribution strategy and a
of contamination. This requirement
risk assessment programme. This is so
may especially impact distributors
workshops provide a good platform
distribution and transportation can
and third party logistics suppliers.
to understand what is required, ask
be planned and tactically executed to prevent disruptions in the cold chain, ensuring
Co-loading of pharmaceutical
DID YOU KNOW?
The requirement for a validated packaging system, recently updated and
A cold room is only effective if set included by Board points, airflow and hot cold spots have Notice 50, as well doing so, exposure been understood and addressed. This is as temperature to extreme seasonal achieved through proper mapping and monitoring of temperatures may validation of the cold room. GPP Board thermolabile be reduced which, Notice 50 now includes the requirement to temperature map cold rooms annually, parcels, could for example, may while GWP 2016 requires cold significantly influence insulated rooms be properly impact operating container performance, validated. costs. The validated or packaging, and patient safety. In
potentially break the cold
packaging system provides
the requirement in a manner which demonstrates a logical and welldocumented approach with a result that mitigates risk and meets requirements. 3. C ontinuous education – training
questions and meet people who have dealt with similar challenges. There is a wealth of information in guidelines published by the Parenteral Drug Administration, World Health Organization, Pharmaceutical Inspection Convention and Pharmaceutical Inspection Cooperation Scheme (jointly referred to as PIC/S) and other global bodies. 4. R esearch suppliers – understand what the output from the supplier should be and that they meet regulatory requirements. It is essential suppliers
chain. The updated guidelines in
confidence that it will maintain the
give context to the service they are
GWP 2016 state that at a minimum
required temperature range, while
providing to ensure one understands
the following elements of a
temperature monitoring verifies
the results of the output document.
pharmaceutical supply chain should
the temperature was maintained
In the case of a mapping, data must
be validated: warehouse premises,
during transportation.
be analysed and interpreted with
ambient and cold-chain storage
Transport validation now requires
a formal report provided, including
conditions including temperature
validation of vehicles, routes and
recommendations.
mapping; lagged containers; cold-
transport processes in order to verify
Holistically, proper cold chain
chain processes; computerised
that the acceptance criteria for
management requires an increased
systems; and transportation systems.
temperature is maintained during
level of effort to ensure thermolabile
distribution and at the hand off
pharmaceutical products are maintained
using their own transportation or third
points, which are generally the
according to their defined storage
party logistics – should ideally actively
highest elements of risk within the
conditions. It is a crucially important
control the internal temperature
supply chain.
and challenging component of the
Transporters – be it distributors
overall pharmaceutical supply chain.
of vehicles, validate each unique type of vehicle within the fleet, map
A suggested approach
We encourage information sharing and
for temperature and continuously
Adapting to the new guidelines poses
collaboration between supply chain
monitor the temperature within the
a significant challenge, requiring an
partners to ensure quality medicines are
vehicle. An air-conditioning system
investment in time and money. We
delivered to patients in a cost-effective
(i.e. cooling only) installed within the
suggest the following:
manner. There are many more concepts
vehicle may not suffice during winter
1. T ake a risk-based approach –
which are important to the good cold
seasonal months. In order to mitigate
risk analysis is a powerful tool to
chain practice, all of which could not
risk, a temperature-controlled solution
understand the risks involved and
necessarily be included in this article.
that both heats and cools the vehicle
that the appropriate corrective
For more information, send an e-mail
load body should be considered.
action is implemented in order of
to sarantis@strategnos.com or ari@
GWP 2016 also prioritises the need
the risk priority. It is also financially
strategnos.com. •
for good governance documentation,
beneficial, as one is able to delay
such as validation master plan (VMP)
costs associated with lower risks,
and validation protocols and reports
while focusing on key issues.
Strategnos – www.strategnos.com
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PHARMACEUTICAL FOCUS//Supply Chain & Distribution
Risks and responsibilities in pharma logistics Protecting the integrity and security of health care products in transit demands stringent procedures and processes. Bidvest Panalpina Logistics (BPL) has a global infrastructure designed to handle such highly sensitive cargo.
as ISO 9002- 2014 compliant. Its temperature controlled freezer rooms cater for products like vaccines requiring temperatures of -22 to -25°C, as well as products requiring cold storage at two to eight degrees Celsius or ambient storage at 15 to 25°C.
Procedures to mitigate risk Naude says packaging is the most critical factor. ‘Goods travel through many temperatures. If shipments are packaged correctly there will be no problem. There are special procedures in place to offload temperature-controlled freight from the aircraft first, transferring it to temperature-controlled environments at warehouses. But there is always a risk factor of exposure in summertime temperatures, especially on the tarmac at airports. If a temperature logger shows a spike in temperature, the product must be tested at a laboratory to confirm its stability and give approval that it is safe for consumption.’ BPL’s TAPA-A accredited facility adjacent to OR Tambo International Airport, in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng
F
rom high security to temperature
Specialised logistics solutions
controlled movement and storage, BPL
Time-sensitive imports include products like
guarantees treatment efficacy and,
radioactive materials used for chemotherapy and
ultimately, patient safety. The logistics
spare parts for hospital machines such as X-rays,
company manages the shipments of life-saving
scanners and specialised devices. ‘These need
equipment and pharmaceutical drugs for various
to be delivered immediately. In most cases, the
clients in South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. Its
patients have already been admitted to hospital
local and global teams of dedicated health care
and require urgent treatment. We have to devise
specialists have in-depth industry knowledge and
specialised solutions for these shipments, for
extensive expertise in supply chain consulting,
example we need to ensure someone is on call
implementation and execution.
day and night for the duration of a shipment.
Annette Naude, BPL’s business development
There is very strict security at our facilities and staff
manager, explains: ‘Servicing the pharmaceutical
dealing with pharmaceutical products are well
and health care industries is challenging and intense. Pharmaceutical products are vulnerable and sensitive in terms of time and temperature control.’ A Panalpina pharmaceutical warehouse
BPL’s facilities are TAPA-A and GDP certified as well
trained,’ she explains.
DID YOU KNOW?
With health care volumes expanding year on year and value added activities becoming more
BPL works with a number of SMEs in complex, BPL has dedicated staff the cosmetics industry, helping them to handle only pharmaceutical to participate in international exhibitions and health care products. and contributing to their development and ‘We offer a great service but growth. Naude says the company does it all boils down to risk and this through the Department of Trade responsibility, something that and Industry and CECOSA, with which BPL is an accredited needs to be shared among all service provider. stakeholders in this demanding industry,’ concludes Naude. •
Bidvest Panalpina Logistics – www.bpl.za.com
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on pharmaceutical logistics
CONTACT US: +27 (11) 570 6000 www.bpl.za.com
Panalpina Logistics
HOME CARE
How to reduce cost in cleaning formulations
P
rotea Chemicals is promoting
Rhodiasolv Infinity is a non-VOC micro-
the use of Rhodiasolv Infinity as
emulsion concentrate based on biodegradable
an ingredient that delivers total
ingredients that enables formulators to
formulation cost reductions in
develop high performance cleaners with an
d-limonene-based cleaning products. This
improved safety profile. For example, using
ingredient developed by Rhodia, a Solvay
Rhodiasolv Infinity enables the formulator to
company, replaces traditional solvents
create cleaning solutions that can reduce the
and surfactants for the formulation of
amount of d-limonene by 70 percent without
environmentally friendly cleaners.
having an impact on performance. Formulators
EASILY CUSTOMISABLE FOR A VARIETY OF APPLICATIONS cleaning and degreasing floor cleaning kitchen degreasing auto care metal parts cleaning spot remover laundry carpet cleaning.
This high performance ingredient readily
also benefit from the flexibility of a waterborne
accepts glycols and other water-soluble
system, while maintaining the performance of a
solvents. It remains clear and stable at all
traditional solvent cleaner.
dilutions and works with both hard and soft
Formulation flexibility
water. Rhodiasolv Infinity is efficient at a neutral pH, can be used on multi-purpose
Rhodiasolv Infinity is an infinitely dilutable
textile and surface cleaning for ink stains and
concentrate. The formulator must simply add
grease and is highly effective on tough-to-
water to formulate with this cold blend. No
clean stains. •
special equipment or handling is required to create high-performance home care formulations with an improved health and safety profile.
info@proteachemicals.co.za www.proteachemicals.co.za
WATER-BASED CLEANERS
Replaces traditional solvents and surfactants for the formulation of non labeled and environmentally friendly cleaners Rhodiasolv® Infinity is the easy and economical choice for formulating environmentally friendly water-based cleaners. Rhodiasolv® Infinity is an infinitely dilutable concentrate that quickly replaces traditional solvents and surfactants with a pH neutral waterborne system. Simply add water to formulate with this cold blend - no special equipment or handling is required to create highperformance formulations with improved health and safety profile.
Rhodiasolv® Infinity is easily customisable to create formulations that function in a variety of applications Cleaning and Degreasing w Floor cleaning
• Kitchen degreasing • Auto care • Metal parts cleaning • Spot remover • Laundry • Carpet cleaning • Pet stains
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Coating and Resins
• Printing ink cleaning • Graffiti removal • Adhesive removal • Resin cleaning
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Protea Chemicals – www.proteachemicals.co.za
www.solvay.com
HOME CARE
Targeted odour removal What is that smell and how do I get rid of it? Using Tego Sorb, Evonik addresses these questions, effectively removing kitchen malodour from refrigerators.
A
systems are available to
Malodour removal from refrigerators
out using a standard and commercially
consumers, ranging from
Typical kitchen odours are composed
available Dräger-detector, showed
traditional candles, liquid and
of organic acids, aldehydes, nitrogen
an approximate twice as efficient
gel-type dosing systems to electrically
and sulfur-based substances in different
hydrogen sulfide removal from air for a
operated plug-in devices. This diversity can
concentrations and varying levels of
refrigerator air freshener device based
make it difficult to find the right product to
perception thresholds.
on 1.5 percent Tego Sorb Conc. 50 and
multitude of air freshener
effectively remove malodour. A source of unpleasant smell might,
The results of an efficacy test, carried
Consequently, hydrogen sulfide can
activated carbon. This was compared
be used to demonstrate the malodour
to the next best market alternative
for example, be caused by the aroma of
absorbing efficiency of air freshener systems
(see Figure 1).
garlic, stale vegetables, raw fish and meat
based on Tego Sorb as its odour threshold
stored inside a refrigerator.
is very low and consumers already perceive
technology based on zinc ricinoleate
small concentrations of odour from food
helps to irreversibly remove malodours
storage as unpleasant.
that are not only unpleasant but also
With Tego Sorb, Evonik offers a unique technology based on zinc ricinoleate, which captures unpleasant smells
In cooperation with a Chinese company
fast, removing them from the ambient
based in Shanghai, Evonik introduced an
environment. It irreversibly binds the
odour absorber system for refrigerators.
As a result, Evonik´s Tego Sorb
pose potential risks to human health. •
Evonik – www.evonik.com
odours and transfers them into nontoxic substances. According to the company, the product is the fastest and safest way to
Figure 1: The efficiency of Tego Sorb Conc.eliminating 50 gel versus market productscomparison in eliminating hydrogen sulphide Hydrogen sulfide efficiency in 45 mins
achieving a malodour-free environment. Conventional methods, such as masking
1.5% Tego Sorb Conc.50 gel
42,86%
an odour with perfume does not address the source of the problem and could even make it worse by interacting with pollutants
3# market product
20%
and generating unhealthy substances such as cyclodextrin. Charcoal is another conventional odour removal method, yet
4# market product
14,28%
it has a limited absorption capacity and doesn’t last long. Unlike these conventional methods, the
1# market product
11,43%
zinc complexes of Tego Sorb interact with odorous items to generate a stable and non-toxic complex.
2# market product
2,86%
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HOME CARE
Sustainable de-foamers
and how they aid water conservation Foam formation is desirable in washing and other industrial processes yet too much foam can be problematic. Wacker shares the reasons why it’s beneficial to use silicone defoamers and their contribution to saving water in Africa.
W
hether the process is
industrial segments, this is why de-foaming
washing, manufacturing
agents are essential as process aids and
paper, refining crude-oil or
additives in derivatives and downstream
processing textiles, foam
products,’ says Dr Klaus Pohmer, director of
forms wherever surfactant-containing
global business and process development
products are used and processed. To
performance silicones at Wacker.
a certain extent, foam is desired when
Silicone de-foamers are used in a
washing clothes provided the machine’s
diverse range of industrial applications,
drum doesn’t overflow.
including household and personal care
‘In many industrial processes, too much
products, pulp and textile manufacturing,
foam can impair production and cause
agrochemicals, the life sciences, paints,
significant product- and quality-related
surface coatings and printing inks, in
problems. Uncontrolled foam formation is
construction and adhesive materials
a particularly serious problem that requires
and industrial and municipal wastewater
appropriate countermeasures. In most
treatment. Thanks to their good spreading
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HOME CARE properties, silicones are exceptionally
washing machines from foaming over.
Unlike a machine wash, where the foam-
effective foam-control agents.
They are chemically stable and can
control agent prevents the detergent from
be combined with many non-silicone-
over-foaming from outset, the delayed
which is even lower than that of a
based de-foamers. Thanks to their
de-foamer technology only takes effect
surfactant molecule, enables silicones
high thermal stability, they are ideal for
when the pH value of the detergent drops.
to spread out at the interface between
critical temperature profiles. Silfoam
‘In hand washing, this is typically the
‘Their extremely low surface tension,
the liquid and air, thereby displacing
foam-control agents can also be
the foam-stabilising surfactant molecules,’ comments Dr Pohmer. ‘This results in a local weakening of the foam lamella – a chemist would call it a stabilising, surfactant-containing liquid layer – which ultimately
DID YOU KNOW?
rinsed. Once the de-foaming agent starts
and non-structured
to work, the foam immediately collapses.
wetting agents.
The pharmaceutical industry uses foam-control agents in the manufacture of drugs or as active ingredients (e.g. in anti-flatulents).
causes the lamella to rupture and the foam to collapse.’
case when the detergent is diluted, i.e.
used with both structured
The result is amazing – instead of three to four times, the washing now only needs
Delayed de-foamers in hand washing
rinsing once or twice, thereby reducing
Many people in Africa and
save up to 20ℓ of water per wash load,’
Asia do not have washing
water consumption by 50 percent. This can he explains.
machines so they do their
The delayed defoamer technology from
washing by hand, making this
Wacker is a true advancement in countries
process a daily chore for half the world’s
where people primarily wash by hand and
Controlling foam formation
population. ‘Hand washing is not only
water is a scarce resource. It makes hand
Wacker has an extensive portfolio of
tiring but also makes heavy use of
washing easier while directly helping to
de-foamers to suit a wide variety of
resources. The foam needed to begin
conserve water.
industrial applications. The Silfoam
the washing process must be rinsed with
brand unites a broad portfolio of highly
large amounts of water. This is arduous
detergents have been on the market in
effective de-foamers. Silfoam products
and time-consuming work,’ adds
Africa since 2016 and are currently being
control foam formation and ensure
Dr Pohmer.
rolled out in selected Asian countries. •
a smooth and efficient production
Delayed de-foamer hand laundry
Wacker has now developed a foam-
process. In modern detergents, they
control agent that makes it a lot easier
control foam formation to prevent
to rinse the foam from the washing.
Wacker – www.wacker.com
CREATING TOMORROW’S SOLUTIONS
SILKY SOFT & SHINY BELSIL ® PF 200 – THE KEY TO FORMULATION SUCCESS
For more information please visit us at www.wacker.com/belsil
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HOME CARE
New wax emulsions
for floor care KahlWax, represented locally by Savannah Fine Chemicals, discusses the benefits of wax emulsions for floor care applications comparing them to the drawbacks of polymerbased film-forming polishes.
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treatment is necessary. As a result, damage to the coatings within the factory can be disregarded. Natural wax emulsions based, for example, on carnauba or sunflower wax in a very thin layer yield a surface that is easy to buff. Due
n recent years, film-forming polishes
All elastic floors without the coating show a
to their high crystallinity, these waxes show
based on polymer emulsions, have
relatively matte, rough surface, which can
better buff-ability than the polyolefin waxes
dominated the market for floor care and
be smoothed by a floor polish.
and are very hard.
largely suppressed wax emulsions. In I&I
The polymer-based, film-forming floor
The application of a diluted wash and wax
cleaning, higher wear resistance has been
polish showed greater durability, higher
or a wax emulsion spray would not require
prioritised over simple repair.
gloss and allowed longer intervals between
specialised personnel as would a floor polish
coatings compared to pure wax emulsions.
based on polymers. Due to the small amount
• protect the surface
These polymer-based floor care coatings
of material applied, there is no need for a film
• r educe dirt pickup
are temporary and can be removed in a
removal or stripping.
• i mprove cleaning ability and appearance
controlled manner.
The purpose of these coatings is mainly to:
(shiny/matte) • improve or maintain safety.
The use of lightweight, slow-speed
However, the procedure remains tricky to
polishing machines with a maximum of
remove/strip such a polymer film during floor
380rpm would improve the appearance
polish renovation. Substantial quantities of
of the floors without the need to use
solvents and chemicals must be used which are expensive and problematic when it comes to handling and disposal. Modern resilient floor coverings made from PVC or linoleum are protected with polyurethane or
expensive pads.
Benefits of renewable raw materials Natural wax emulsions also allow for the use of raw materials from renewable resources. Carnauba Wax 5026 from KahlWax
polyacrylate coatings at the factory.
provides the wax emulsion CE 404, which is a
These coatings do not necessarily
40 percent nonionic wax emulsion. Sunflower
require further polymer preservation.
Seed Wax 6607L, also from KahlWax, is a
Although they have a long shelf life, in
byproduct of sunflower oil production and
stressed areas it is necessary to refresh
provides the raw material for the nonionic
the surface with a polish.
KahlEmulsion SE630. These wax emulsions can also be
WASH AND WAX GUIDE FORMULATION FOR I&I APPLICATION:
Natural wax emulsions versus polymer products
produced entirely from renewable raw materials by KahlWax. KahlEmulsion BE850
In 2003, a life cycle assessment study on floor
is even formulated without ethoxylates,
care management took place in Sweden.
while KahlEmulsion BE850 is made from
In an article entitled The Maintenance
carnauba wax and beeswax, with a PEG-free
• 59.5 parts water
of Linoleum and PVC Floor Coverings in
emulsifier system.
• 0.5 parts Propylenglycol
Sweden, author Jacob Paulsen concluded
Environmentally friendly floor care
• 1.0 parts Lutensol AO 3109 (BASF)
that under life cycle and environmental
products, in combination with modified
• 10.0 parts KahlEmulsion PE550 (KahlWax)
protection aspects, up to 61 percent of
cleaning and care processes, could make
• 28.0 parts KahlEmulsion SE630 or
elastic floors would be better maintained
the use of natural wax-based products
BE850 (KahlWax)
with wax. Each floor polish shows traces
both beneficial and economical. They can
• q.s. parts preservative
of traffic marks, even polyurethane
positively influence the visual appearance of
• 100.0 parts wash and wax; application is two
factory coatings.
a floor as well as its maintenance costs. •
to five percent in water. Note: BE850 provides a softer, less slippery surface than SE630.
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The surface look could be improved and the further pickup of traffic marks can be reduced with wax treatment, in particular natural waxes. However, timely preventive
KahlWax – www.kahlwax.de Savannah Fine Chemicals – sfc-info@savannah.co.za
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September 2017 | Volume 43 | Number 9
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Packs that DO MORE using less
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A practical approach to tubing
NEWS
Sustainability, a catalyst for innovation
Functional packaging for
baby care
GOVERNMENT RECOGNISES THE waste sector as one that provides opportunities for value recovery, job creation and economic development. Eco-friendly, green and recyclable have become buzzwords globally, long identified not only in consumer environments, but also industrial surroundings. MMC Michael Mkhari, a member of the Mayoral Committee for Environment and Agriculture Management said in referral to the Aurecon and the City of Tshwane’s road to sustainability initiative: ‘It [the initiative] creates sustainability by educating not only employees, but entire communities on how to deal with waste. What makes it even more appealing is that it is self-funding; there is no reason why other private companies should not follow suit.’ A similar sentiment is shared by Packaging SA’s Charles Muller who believes companies that ignore implementing sustainable practices, are unlikely to survive. Don’t miss out on his advice featured on page 51. Enjoy the read!
NEOPAC NOT ONLY
In addition, the company
makes daily baby care easier
has developed a Dropper
but also fulfils the needs of
tube for liquids, serums and
these products with its new
creams. This is an ideal
Amplify airless pump-on-tube
solution to give children
packaging solution.
necessary vitamins easily
Described as an ideal
and quickly in a fluid
companion for parents on the
form. Compared to other
go, the easy to use pump makes
packaging materials, the
caring for a baby’s diaper area
tube always doses the same
simple, precise and comfortable.
amount. It is available in
It comprises a simple design,
10, 13.5, 16, 19 and 25mm
built-in leakage protection and
diameters for volumes of
enables simple handling. The
one to 50mℓ.
pump is available in white with
The tubes are produced
a transparent cap for quantities
in a polyfoil barrier material
of 15 to 50mℓ. It is available in
that is said to be highly
polyethylene and co-extruded
compatible to beauty and
tube materials.
health care formulations.
Assistant Editor Aarifah.Nosarka@newmediapub.co.za
PUMP DESIGN GETS INNOVATIVE AS PART OF the companies’ continued collaboration, Aptar will transition to DuPont Performance Materials’ (DuPont) Crastin polybutylene terephthalate (PBT). This was specifically developed for Aptar’s manufactured cosmetics pumps. Crastin is a high-performance and chemical resistant polymer offering significant added value to the technical process of developing pumps for creams, foundations and liquid makeup. ‘We have an excellent on going collaboration with Aptar, which is based on a shared philosophy of open-mindedness and combining competence. This has driven us in the right direction to solve a complex problem around processing and the formation of their pumps,’ says Alexandra Fabbro, EMEA marketing development leader for performance materials at DuPont. Aptar found Crastin PBT beneficial in terms of its capacity to provide enhanced stability throughout the different cycles of the injection moulding process. An Aptar cosmetic pump
BOPPING ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP THE GLOBAL MARKET for bi-axially
grow, according to SB Wire. However,
oriented polypropylene (BOPP) is
the wavering price of crude oil will
growing. One of the key factors for its
negatively impact the BOPP market as
growth is the high demand for labelling,
polypropylene is a derivate of crude oil.
packaging, printing and lamination
BOPP applied in tape used in industrial
applications. The demand is increasing
packaging will also drive its growth
in both the pharmaceutical and
prospects globally.
cosmetics packaging sectors. The growing inclination of consumers
The superior strength offered by BOPP along with high clarity are two important
towards spending increasingly on
reasons for being preferred across
personal well-being will help this market
the industrial packaging sector. BOPP films are a more flexible packaging solution. This ensures faster packaging and improved sealing properties, attracting several manufacturers in the non-food packaging industries to replace their conventional packaging materials. BOPP has abilities such as reprocessing and recyclability, which are further strengthening its demand in packaging applications. It adds sparkle to packaging and therefore is more in demand for decorative packaging. All these factors will ensure its continued demand from now to 2025.
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Capable of printing anywhere, at any angle, without ink leakage
Plug-n-Print Ink cartridge design with no maintenance and downtime costs
600 dpi (For U2 HD Only)
2X the resolution for printing crisp & precise HD barcodes
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BEYOND EXCELLENCE
PROPAK CAPE PREVIEW
An assemblage of innovation under one roof Propak Cape 2017 is not to be missed. The show will be jampacked with ideas and solutions to benefit packaging, processing, plastics, printing and labelling businesses.
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Among the impressive line up of equipment being demonstrated, the company is revealing its newly launched ultra-portable Anser U2 mobile hand-held printer and the 9405 Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) coder from Markem-Imaje. Available for the first time in South Africa from Pyrotec PackMark, the ultra-portable Anser U2 mobile handheld unit is a versatile, lightweight printer. Described as the world’s lightest and most compact printer,
he show takes place from 24 to
weighing in at one kilogram, the U2 mobile
26 October at the Cape Town
is easy to handle and use on the trickiest
International Convention Centre.
print surfaces. It is mobile and prints at
Pyrotec PackMark, Traceability Solutions,
any angle on a variety of substrates and
Winpak, Future Packaging and Machinery,
products. It boasts a seven hour battery
and Ink Jet Printers are among the
life and continuous printing of more than
exhibitors. Propak Cape is supported and
200 000 characters. Other benefits include
endorsed by the Institute of Packaging
its plug-n-print ink cartridge with Hewlett-
South Africa, Plastics|SA, Printing SA and
Packard’s thermal inkjet 2.5 printing
the Packaging Council of South Africa.
technology, which is maintenance free and does not incur downtime costs. It
SHOWCASING AGILITY AND EFFICIENCY
comes with a pocket-sized remote keypad
With a national footprint in South Africa’s
with digital menu selection and a slot
major cities, Pyrotec PackMark specialises
design SD card. This enables easy software
in providing innovative, quality product
upgrades and dates back up that stores
identification solutions. A number of these
up to 999 messages. The 9405 CIJ coder offers quick
technologies will be showcased at Propak Cape in Hall 3, Stand A32.
multiline message set-up for optimal line
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More than just a standard printer
effectiveness. Its constant quality coding with long maintenance intervals provides proven robustness. This is supported by its hygienic fully stainless steel design with no retention zones that allows easy daily wash down (full IP55). Visit www.propakcape.co.za for more information or to register to attend the exhibition. •
Pyrotec PackMark – www.pyrotec.co.za
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SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING & PRACTICES
Revert all dirt and play your part in conservation Every business needs to implement sustainability practices as part of their business agenda. For brands, it is essential when it comes to packaging. Companies that ignore the consequences of their actions on the environment are unlikely to survive.
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harles Muller, executive director of Packaging SA, says
Metsä Board’s skin care packaging concept won the Luxe Pack Shanghai In Green award in the Best Ecofriendly Packaging Solution category
rather than green-washing a proper and effective commitment to sustainability and the environment
is critical. ‘Today’s consumers are becoming increasingly
industry conglomerate owned by 104 000 forest
environmentally conscious and in addition to price and fit-for-
owners. In Finland, a large share of the wood
purpose, it is an important attribute in their purchasing decision
originates from family owned forests. To
making process.’
guarantee sustainable forest management
In packaging design, it’s important to do more, with less.
and fresh fibre use in production, the
‘Lighter or thinner gauge packaging without compromising
group provides its forest owners
the basic functionality of the pack is key. Everyone in the value
with a range of services that
chain should strive to avoid any unnecessary secondary or over-
help enhance the value of their
packaging,’ he advises.
forest assets while ensuring
The replacement of virgin materials with increased amounts
future growth.
of post-consumer recyclate not only preserves natural resources and diverts waste away from landfill but also reduces costs and drives the waste economy. Muller provides these dos and don’ts to achieve sustainable packaging objectives: • Brand owners need to ensure that their packs have clear and unambiguous labelling, which encourages proper disposal and recycling. Plastic packaging should also incorporate the recognised recycling logos and resin identification codes. • Where possible, packaging designers and brand owners should avoid the use of different substrates (such as an aluminium foil laminated to plastic) within single packs. Mixed materials make the pack more difficult to recycle. Similarly, the use of fluorescent, luminescent or other bright colours in the packaging limits their use into markets and applications that can use recycled materials. • Brand owners, packaging designers and converters should try and ensure their plastic packaging does not contain any potentially harmful or difficult to recycle additives. These include cadmium or lead based pigments, oxo-biodegradable additives, mineral fillers that make recycling in conventional sink/swim wash plants problematic, potentially harmful additives such as phthalates and BPA (polycarbonate).
PIONEERING SUSTAINABLE POLICIES Metsä Board continues to prioritise sustainability. The company uses what it describes as ‘the best renewable raw material in Supplied by Sensetek
the world’ to make its paperboard products. This material is northern wood. It is fully traceable and the side streams from processing wood to fresh fibres generate significant amounts of renewable energy. Being part of Metsä Group has helped the entity efforts to
Tel 011 608 4944 | Fax 011 608 4948 | Email sales@sensetek.biz
produce paperboard sustainably. The group is a Finnish forest
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Phahama Pedal Power Project’s ‘trikeneurs’
Using foils to enhance the look and feel of products, add security features and add variable information such as expiry dates to products. Established in 1995, United Foils is a supplier of quality hot and cold foils, thermal transfer ribbons, date –coded foils and date –stamping machines for a wide range of clients, including printers, the food and beverage and pharmaceutical industry. We also assist advertising agencies, graphic design companies and publishing houses with concept development. Innovative products, knowledge and experience and trusted delivery form the essence of what we offer. Our ability to solve problems by providing innovative foiling and date-stamping solutions translates into smart solutions, cost effectiveness and convenience for you.
EARTH SAVING ‘TRIKENEURS’ To most, waste-pickers or recyclables collectors are simply anonymous city dwellers, who emerge on rubbish collection day to trawl through bins for anything that can be sold and recycled. Many of us curse their bulky trolleys, occupying most of the road without a thought to why and how they do what they do. Phahama, an organisation for the upliftment of individuals in the waste industry, has shifted the way waste pickers operate with the Phahama Pedal Power Project, launched in Johannesburg on 18 July. It aims to create entrepreneurs, clean the city and give companies an opportunity to be part of the movement in a philanthropic way. The project, founded by Clive Harding, builds tricycles and loans them free-of-charge to homeless waste collectors who sell their wares to be recycled by manufacturers. Local businesses can sponsor tricycles branded with their logos.
• www.unitedfoils.co.za •
The ‘trikeneurs’ are sourced through referrals from buy-back centres. They are supplied uniforms, monthly stipends and a tricycle with bins to collect waste. Research shows there are 26 000 mobile waste pickers in SA who are desperate to work – not only does this project create jobs but also protects the environment.
Packtech Tooling is a specialist tooling supplier to Africa’s printing, packaging and narrow web label and related industries. Our services include metal tooling, woodbase tooling, general engineering and packaging design. We invest in sophisticated machinery and in the expertise of our staff to offer you quality tools, quick turn-around times and competitive pricing. Our research and development Department helps to ensure that we stay on top of the latest local and international tooling techniques and trends. For you as a client, this relates into the ability to rely on quality tooling, relevant advice and friendly service. Packtech conducts its business in a socially responsible way, taking into account the development of people and the sustainable use of resources.
Not only does this project create jobs but also protects the environment ‘Waste pickers aren’t formalised and integrated into the waste economy and face exploitation from buy-back centres. They face serious health and safety challenges. Some walk up to 40km a day and only earn an average of R300 a week,’ says Harding. ‘Not only does this employment restore dignity; it means they can support themselves and their families. The tricycles are easier to move, have a triple braking system and can carry up to 300kg.’ The waste collectors are also held accountable by having to report back to project co-ordinators on a regular basis. The mission has been rolled out in Gauteng with 12 tricycles, and in the Western Cape with 11 tricycles – with hopes to expand throughout the country.
• www.packtech.co.za •
There are currently 20 entrepreneurs benefitting from the project, of which 80 percent are women operating in Braamfischerville and Soweto. About 60 families are supported through the programme, which will continue to stimulate job creation and broaden SMEs participation in the waste sector. •
Metsä Board – www.metsaboard.com Packaging SA – www.packagingsa.co.za The Phahama Pedal Power project – www.phahamaproject.co.za
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ASSOCIATION NEWS//
Fun for fair ladies
Celebrating the amazing women from the cosmetics and personal care industry, the 12th Coschem Ladies’ Day was another inspiring and uplifting event.
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he Ladies’ Day is a highlight on Coschem’s social calendar, providing members and industry
associates with a day of relaxation, inspiration, a little bit of retail therapy and most importantly, networking.
SPOTTED AT THE COSCHEM LADIES’ DAY
The event returned to the Johannesburg Country Club in Auckland Park on 17 August with its theme inspired by the classic movie, My Fair Lady. The day featured a line-up of fantastic motivational speakers and a fun general knowledge quiz. Speakers included Heidi De Oliviera, who touched on the various parts of the mind and how they control our actions in her talk on Aspects of Ourselves. Wardrobe stylist Marinda Aucamp shared a touching story about her daughter Lara, who was diagnosed mentally and physically disabled at the age of four months, and tips on how to develop a capsule wardrobe using classic clothing items inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s iconic style. The Fair Lady and the Stripper was the title of Lynda Blaezard’s presentation, which touched on the importance of positive affirmations and believing in yourself. Blaezard is from a company called the Kim Coach Neuro Coaching Academy.
CONTRIBUTING TO A WORTHY CAUSE A vital aspect of the Coschem Ladies’ Day is the charity selected to benefit from the donations made by attendees. Each year a different charity is chosen, with the Tears Foundation selected in 2017. Tears Foundation provides access to crisis intervention, advocacy, counselling and prevention education services for those impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and child sexual abuse. Coschem distributed the Tears Foundation’s wish list among the Ladies’ Day guests, who were exceptionally generous in contributing comfort packs and kiddi packs to this worthy cause. •
Coschem – www.coschem.co.za
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Tea time
Test your general knowledge: 1. Which is the financial centre and main city of Switzerland? 2. Vodka, Galliano and orange juice are used to make which classic cocktail? 3. Which family did the character Lurch work for? 4. In Roman mythology, Neptune is the equivalent to which Greek god? 5. Which singer joined Mel Gibson in the movie Mad Max: Beyond The Thunderdome? 6. Who invented the ballpoint pen? 7. Which scientist discovered the radioactive element, radium? 8. Where would you find the sea of tranquility?
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INDUSTRY WEB REVIEW ESSENTIAL SPECIALISED PRODUCTS
COSCHEM
Supplier of cosmetic and personal care ingredients.
Visitors to the Society of
Ingredients include; Bioferments, Botanical Extracts, Delivery
Cosmetic Chemists’ website will
Systems, Enzymes, Functional Actives, Silicones, Emollients,
find information on membership,
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educational programmes
other Oils, Shea and other Butters, Aliphatic Hydrocarbons, Lanolin
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of promoting professionalism and higher technical skills in the cosmetics and toiletries industries.
www.coschem.co.za
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Glass distributors & importers of specialist glass bottles and
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FORMPAK
NOVOPAK
For over 40 years Formpak has supplied specialised processing,
Novopak is a plastic packaging
packaging and printing machinery to the pharmaceutical,
company that specializes in
cosmetic, plastic, glass, chemical, food and dairy industries.
manufacturing a complete range
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of cosmetic and pharmaceutical tubes, including printing, hot foiling and various caps. We also manufacture Bottles and Jars.
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Look Good Feel Better, a global cosmetic industry programme
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offers support to cancer patients focusing on emotional and social
for the most comprehensive
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ranges of both synthetic and
At 2 hour interactive workshops held in oncology units across
natural colours – used in food,
SA, cosmetics are used as tools
pharmaceutical, cosmetic and
to address visible side effects of
industrial applications.
treatment to assist patients to
Tablet coatings – manufactured,
restore self-esteem and face the
supplied and marketed globally
world with confidence.
under our trade name PHARMASPEC™ - FC
www.lgfb.co.za
www.quantumcolours.co.za
Moco Packaging is well established as one of the largest stockists of specialised cosmetic and pharmaceutical packaging in South Africa. The extensive range of high-quality plastic and glass containers and accessories is obtained from local and international sources. Our own moulds enable us to satisfy almost all packaging requirements at excellent prices. Printing and frosting facilities are available. Keeping up to date with modern technology ensures that we procure a variety of new packaging items and components.
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