Univar Solutions, a provider of specialty ingredients and chemicals, said that it has been selected by Leprino Foods Company as an authorized distributor of nutritional ingredients and dairy products in the US and Canada.

The products include lactose, whey protein concentrate and isolate, sweet whey, milkfat globule membrane (MFGM), and micellar casein. The ingredients are used in adult, early life, sports and animal nutrition products, nutraceutical blends, and commercial food and beverage applications to cater to the demand of health-conscious consumers as they focus on enhancing overall health and wellness, said Univar Solutions.

Kevin Hack — Univar Solutions global vice president of food ingredients said: “Our relationship with Leprino Foods provides customers expanded access to more of the in-demand ingredients needed to remain atop health-conscious consumers’ shopping lists.

“With an unwavering commitment to collaboratively match our suppliers’ products with customer needs and our significant North American distribution footprint, we can help Leprino Foods expand their reach while providing customers the support and solutions needed to overcome their dairy formulation challenges.”

Last June, Univar Solutions launched a specialized team called Foodology by Univar Solutions, which is dedicated to the unique distribution and technical innovation requirements of the food and nutrition ingredient sectors.

Jason Eckert — Leprino Foods senior vice president and general manager said: “We are excited to work with Univar Solutions as a trusted supplier and business partner, creating innovative dairy products for the evolving food and nutrition marketplace.

“Innovation, food safety, and global responsibility are at the heart of our success, and we’re impressed that this aligns with their dedication to helping customers create pioneering food ingredient solutions while demonstrating their commitment to sustainable operations and practices.”

Earlier this year, Univar Solutions signed a deal to acquire Turkish specialty chemicals distributor Kale Kimya.

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