Keeping condiments on top – deep dive

Condiments came to the forefront in 2020, as people spent more time preparing and eating meals at home. Ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard, salad dressing and hot sauce are America’s condiment mainstays, but even in that short list, a world of variety exists. Clean label, application versatility and a shift to more adventurous flavors are key attributes for differentiation. With texture and stability needs rivaling the importance of taste and mouthfeel, formulation considerations can be challenging.