(SALT LAKE CITY, March 20, 2007) BDS Announces In House Steam Sterilization Chamber BDS Natural Products of Carson, California, is introducing a new steam-based sterilization system to its customers this year under the DBA: Natural Products Sterilization Services. This system, H2O Express, utilizes newly developed technology which facilitates rapid penetration of steam and transfer of heat throughout the materials being sterilized. H2O Express is an extremely effective “all natural” sterilization alternative.
“With the demand for all natural products increasing in both the nutraceutical and food categories, we saw the addition of this steam sterilization unit as an essential element to meet the needs of our customers. Having this sterilization unit in our facility will shorten customer lead times and provide our clients with toll sterilization services” said Shauna Walker, Director of Sales and Marketing, BDS Natural Products (www.bdsnatural.com).
The BDS line of “Treated Naturally” products will include botanical powders, teas, tea blends, spices and seasoning blends.
Steve Brenneis, President, has been in the Nutraceuticals industry for nearly 25 years. Brenneis met his current partner during his tenure as vice president of sales for Botanicals International. Brenneis has traveled worldwide in international sales and sourcing.
David Solomon, Vice President, is a native of the United Kingdom, started out in the spice trade at the age of 21. Solomon, who is in charge of purchasing and logistics of BDS Natural Products, began his career with British Pepper and Spice Co.
A central part of GMP compliance is control of microbiological levels in plant material. BDS' major investment to develop the H2O Express technology is a significant advance for our industry and a benefit for natural health consumers. "As a long-time member of UNPA, BDS has consistently supported industry quality and standards initiatives," notes UNPA Executive Director, Loren Israelsen.
About the UNPA
United Natural Products Alliance, www.unpa.com, is a trade organization representing many of the world’s leading dietary supplement companies. Founded in Utah in 1991, UNPA was instrumental in the passage of the 1994 Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) and continues to take a leadership position in regulatory issues and industry best practices. For further information about UNPA, contact: Loren Israelsen, Executive Director, UNPA: (801) 474-2572, loren@unpa.com