Steakholder Foods, a pioneer in three-dimensional meat and fish printing technology and cultivated cell innovation is about to unveil it 3D-Printed Plant-Based Product Innovations in UAE as it has received a favorable feasibility report from Mérieux NutriSciences.
The report concludes that the raw materials for their proprietary 3D-Printed Plant-Based Product – Whitefish and Steak are considered safe for use in plant-based substitutes, aligning with Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) standards in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This development is particularly noteworthy as the UAE, known for its focus on food security, is set to host a large-scale production facility for these innovative products.
The report emphasizes that the 3D-printing process preserves the structure and composition of materials, potentially avoiding classification as a novel food. CEO Arik Kaufman anticipates a streamlined regulatory approval process for the initial plant-based offerings compared to cultivated and hybrid products. The company plans to engage with UAE regulatory authorities to seek approval in conjunction with the establishment of a significant production facility in the Persian Gulf region.
Simultaneously, Steakholder Foods is actively pursuing commercialization agreements in various regions throughout 2024. As a UN Global Compact member, the company aligns with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing issues such as food security, carbon footprint reduction, and sustainable resource management. Headquartered in Rehovot, Israel, Steakholder Foods continues to contribute to the evolution of cellular agriculture meat products, providing a sustainable alternative to conventional farming and fishing practices.
About Steakholder Foods
Steakholder Foods Ltd. is a pioneer in three-dimensional meat and fish printing technology and cultivated cell innovation. The company-initiated activities in 2019 and is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker “STKH”, with headquarters in Rehovot, Israel.
The company is developing a slaughter-free solution for producing cellular agriculture meat products, such as beef and seafood, by offering manufacturers the ability to produce a cultivated meat product that aims to closely mimic the taste, texture, and appearance of traditional meat— as an alternative to industrialized farming and fishing. With its membership in the UN Global Compact, Steakholder Foods is committed to act in support of issues embodied in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which include strengthening food security, decreasing carbon footprint, and conserving water and land resources.
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