ICL Food Specialties, a manufacturer of functional ingredient solutions, is set to exhibit at the meat and alternative protein trade fair IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany, from May 3-8.
Among the solutions on display will be ROVITARIS® SprouTx™, a recently-launched ingredient that aims to address the taste and texture challenges faced by the plant-based meat and seafood industry. Described as “revolutionary and exceptional”, ROVITARIS® SprouTx™ is a textured soy protein that is said to lack the characteristic beany or bitter taste of soy. It can be used to help formulators create meat and seafood alternatives that are nutritious with improved taste and performance.
The new product expands ICL’s ROVITARIS® portfolio, which offers a variety of protein ingredients providing texture, stability, and flavor for plant-based food applications. The company also offers the BEKAPLUS® DV-Line, which provides a range of vegan cheese solutions.
Inspiring a new generation of plant-based meat products
In recent years, ICL has made significant inroads into the alternative protein sector. In 2022, the company partnered with Chile’s Protera Biosciences to develop and commercialize sustainable protein-based ingredients using precision fermentation. The following year, ICL announced a partnership with global ingredients and chemicals distributor Univar Solutions, enabling the distribution of its ROVITARIS textured plant proteins in North America.
“ROVITARIS® SprouTx™ leverages proprietary germination technology utilizing innovative textured soy proteins that are sure to inspire formulators to create a new generation of plant-based meat and seafood products, offering excellent taste, texture, and nutritional attributes compared to plant-based protein options currently in the marketplace,” said Karen Emerson, Alternative Protein, Sales and Business Development Manager for ICL.
ICL will be located in Hall 11.1, stand B61 at IFFA 2025.
