Camlin Fine Sciences names Mark Cornthwaite to shelf-life role

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Camlin Fine Sciences has named Mark Cornthwaite product manager for its Shelf-Life Solutions platform in North America, a role focused on the company’s antioxidant and antimicrobial portfolio across the region. The appointment, reported by Pet Food Processing and echoed in a company press release carried by Feed Strategy on May 18, 2026, positions Cornthwaite to work across sales, technical services, marketing, and operations as CFS looks to align portfolio strategy more closely with customer demand and market opportunities. Cornthwaite brings more than 15 years of food ingredients experience, according to the announcement. (feedstrategy.com)

Why it matters: For veterinary professionals and others tracking the pet food supply chain, the move signals continued investment in shelf-life management at a time when manufacturers are balancing formulation stability, clean-label pressure, and product quality expectations from pet parents. CFS has an established presence in pet food and animal nutrition, and its North American business has emphasized both traditional antioxidants and natural shelf-life solutions, suggesting this role could influence how preservative and antimicrobial options are positioned for pet food manufacturers in the region. (petfoodprocessing.net)

What to watch: Watch for whether CFS uses this appointment to expand its natural shelf-life offerings, deepen pet food partnerships, or signal broader North American portfolio changes in antioxidants and antimicrobials. (feedstrategy.com)