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Cargill polyols plant achieves superior rating from the American Institute of Baking
MINNEAPOLIS – Cargill announced today that its Blair, Neb., polyols plant has earned a “SUPERIOR” rating from the American Institute of Baking (AIB) for the fifth consecutive year. This is the highest rating achievable by the comprehensive and stringent AIB audit system. Cargill’s team in Blair produces Cargill’s Zerose™ erythritol, Maltidex® maltitol, and other polyol sweetener solutions that are part of Cargill’s health-promoting and specialty ingredient portfolio.
The Blair plant’s score of 965 out of 1,000 is based on the AIB’s evaluation of the plant’s food safety risks and compliance to AIB standards. Criteria includes adequacy of the food safety program, pest control, operational methods and personnel practices, maintenance for food safety, and cleaning practices.
“We are proud of this achievement because it recognizes Cargill’s strong ongoing commitment to food safety,” said Marcelo Montero, president, Cargill Health & Nutrition. “This ‘SUPERIOR’ rating demonstrates Cargill’s dedication to quality and excellence in our practices as well as our ingredients.”
Visit www.cargillsweetness.com and www.zerosesweetener.com for further information about Cargill’s polyols.
AIB International is a corporation founded by the North American wholesale and retail baking industries in 1919 as a technology transfer center for bakers and food processors. The original mission of the organization was to "put science to work for the baker," and that basic theme is still central to all of the programs, products, and services provided by AIB to baking and general food production industries worldwide. AIB International is committed to protecting the safety of the food supply chain and delivering high value technical and educational programs. Through rigorous independent inspections, superior audits and training, and shared expertise AIB empowers its clients to lower their business risk and strengthen their reputations. https://www.aibonline.org/.
Cargill is an international provider of food, agricultural and risk management products and services. With 158,000 employees in 66 countries, the company is committed to using its knowledge and experience to collaborate with customers to help them succeed. For more information, visit http://www.cargill.com.