IFT First 2025: A new chapter of food innovation begins

From: July 13, 2025 10:00am

To: July 16, 2025 5:00pm

Location: McCormick Place, Chicago

More info: https://www.iftevent.org/expo/floor-plan

Consumer expectations for texture and mouthfeel have never been higher. They want the satisfying crunch that signals freshness, the creamy indulgence that delivers comfort, and the clean label transparency that builds trust – all without compromising on taste or nutrition. At IFT First 2025, we’re bringing solutions that address these exact challenges through our expanded expertise and innovative approach to mouthfeel mastery.

Featured Presentations

  • Taste of Science: The Power of Stevia Reb M – Monday, July 14, 11:00-11:15am. Learn how multifunctional ingredients and supply chain expertise combine to elevate every sip while meeting clean label demands.
  • Solution Showcase: Mastering Mouthfeel in Crackers – Join us Tuesday, July 15, 10:30-11:00am as our technical experts share advanced approaches to delivering superior texture. Discover insights that go beyond the obvious to help you create products that stand out in a crowded market.

Discover What’s Possible at Our Booth

The Mouthfeel Lab Experience Step into our interactive laboratory where you can explore the science behind texture innovation. From achieving that perfect audible crunch to creating multi-layered sensations that keep consumers coming back, our technical experts will demonstrate how we solve complex formulation challeges. Experience firsthand how we transform ingredient science into consumer satisfaction.

Innovation in Action
Explore prototypes that showcase our commitment to making healthy food tastier and tasty food healthier. These working examples demonstrate how our expanded portfolio, strengthened through recent strategic growth, delivers solutions across sweetening, mouthfeel, and fortification. What formulation challenge could we help you solve next?

Expert Partnerships
Meet our team of food scientists who bring decades of experience in ingredient innovation. They understand the pressures you face, from regulatory requirements to cost optimization, and they’re here to discuss how our collaborative approach can help you stay ahead of changing consumer demands.