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Crush Dynamics Receives FDA “No Questions” Letter for a Flavor Enhancer That Cuts Salt and Sweetener Simultaneously
Advancing clean-label innovation with a multifunctional ingredient designed to reduce sweetener and sodium levels while enhancing taste and shelf life
Vancouver, BC (October 2026) – Crush Dynamics, a leader in fermented ingredient innovation, today announced that its proprietary ingredient has achieved Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status, under GRAS Notice No. GRN 001302. This milestone reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering safe, scalable, and high-performing solutions to the global food and beverage industry.
Crush Dynamics’ ingredient is produced through a patented fermentation process that transforms polyphenol-rich agricultural side streams – such as pressed grapes from the wine industry – into a natural, multifunctional food ingredient. The result is a clean-label solution that enables food manufacturers to improve taste, reduce total sugar and sodium, and extend shelf life across a wide range of applications.
“This is a pivotal moment for Crush Dynamics,” said Kirk Moir, CEO of Crush Dynamics. “Achieving GRAS status validates both the safety and the commercial readiness of our ingredient technology. We are excited to support our partners in developing next-generation food products that don’t compromise on taste, nutrition, or sustainability.”
The GRAS designation (GRN 001302) supports the use of Crush Dynamics’ ingredient in various food and beverage categories. With increasing demand for clean-label and functional ingredients, Crush Dynamics is well-positioned to help manufacturers meet evolving consumer expectations while addressing formulation challenges.
Crush Dynamics continues to collaborate with leading food manufacturers and ingredient distributors across North America to bring its innovative solutions to market.
About Crush Dynamics
Crush Dynamics is a ingredient technology company pioneering the upcycling of agricultural side streams into high-value, multifunctional ingredients. Using a patented fermentation process, the company transforms polyphenol-rich biomass into clean-label ingredients that enhance taste, reduce sugar and sodium, and extend shelf life. Crush Dynamics partners with food manufacturers to create better-for-you, sustainable food products without compromise.
