Supplier focus: The top 10 most-read functional ingredient suppliers news in 2024
We reveal the top 10 most-read news articles featuring NutraIngredients-Asia’s interviews with functional ingredients suppliers in the past year.
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Vitafoods Asia 2024
Life stages and dosage formats fuelling sleep support innovation
Supplements for sleep support are moving beyond melatonin or GABA pills designed for the general population, as companies place greater attention on insomnia and menopause, and designing non-pill products, such as meal replacement powders.
More younger consumers in APAC seeking out joint supplements to meet active lifestyle needs, prevent future woes – Lonza
Switzerland-headquartered Lonza pinpoints opportunities in tailoring joint health products to appeal to younger consumers, who are increasingly looking for supplements to address their active lifestyle needs and concerns about future problems.
Strategic shift: Direct-to-consumer sales yields higher profits than B2B, says Indonesian ingredients firm Nekaboga
Leveraging consumer trends and having better control of pricing mean better opportunities and profit margins in the D2C than B2B space, says Indonesian spice supplier Nekaboga.
OmniActive acquires ENovate Biolife
OmniActive Health Technologies has acquired ENovate Biolife, expanding its ingredients portfolio to target key health categories in the dietary supplement space.
Vitafoods Asia 2024
Mibelle ventures into skin brightening with apple mint leaves extract launch
Mibelle is expanding into the skin brightening nutricosmetic sector with the launch of an apple mint leaves extract.
Blurring boundaries: Cargill builds on infant nutrition and flavours expertise to advance specialised nutrition business
Cargill is building on its decades-long experience in infant nutrition and know-how on flavours to grow its specialised nutrition business, a focus area for the company’s next stage of development.
Fastest wins: Tate & Lyle on why innovation speed and digitalisation is key for success in Asia
Tate & Lyle has highlighted that speedy innovation and operational digitalisation are more important to the food and beverage sector in Asia than anywhere else in the world, amidst the unveiling of its new globally-connected research laboratory.
Greater consumer awareness and more players could be key for boosting postbiotics growth – Ildong Bioscience
South Korean firm Ildong Bioscience says that raising consumer awareness and the entry of more players may be crucial for pushing the growth of postbiotics in the local market.
Cauldron Ferm’s new precision fermentation facility in Queensland set to reduce production cost, raise capacity
Australia-based Cauldron Ferm has received funding from the Queensland Government to develop a first-of-its-kind precision fermentation facility in Mackay, which is expected to reduce costs and raise production capacity significantly.
German firm looks to launch dosing cap technology into SEA’s functional drinks sector
A German firm specialising in manufacturing functional drinks using dosing cap technology is hoping to expand into South East Asia by partnering with local beverage firms.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024
Invest in science: NutraIngredients-Asia’s Start-up of the Year says research crucial for success
The winner of NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024 Start-up of the Year says investing in research is key for start-ups to stand out from competition and it is aiming to do more in this area, with five clinical trials in the pipeline.
Vitafoods Asia 2024
'Dr. Pong effect': AstaReal’s new initiative to keep out fake astaxanthin from burgeoning Thai market
AstaReal has launched an initiative to identify authentic astaxanthin supplements from counterfeits in Thailand, which is experiencing strong demand for astaxanthin products led by homegrown brand Dr. Pong.
Nutrafol's keratin supplier targets Asia for next phase of hair supplement sector growth
Keraplast, the company which supplies functional keratin to well-known hair supplement brand Nutrafol, is aiming to expand its market presence in Asia, where it has seen growing interest especially from Malaysia and Indonesia.
Vitafoods Asia 2024
‘Future alternative protein’: Microbial yeast protein must expand product formats in order to reach larger audience
Microbial alternative proteins such as those made from yeast need to expand into trending product formats in order to secure the awareness and acceptance of a larger consumer group.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024
Grape King Bio drives research on cognitive benefits of award-winning mushroom ingredient
Grape King Bio is conducting further research on the cognitive benefits of its award-winning lion’s mane mushroom ingredient.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024 winner Kaneka breaks down the importance of ubiquinol in the healthy ageing process
Winner of the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024 prize for Healthy Ageing Kaneka Corporation believes that it is crucial to raise the awareness of ubiquinol amongst Asian consumers to promote effective healthy ageing.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024
Newly crowned Nutrachampion to advance GLP-1 research, active ageing, women’s health
Ramasamy Venkatesh, managing director and founder of Gencor Pacific and the newly crowned Nutrachampion in this year’s NutraIngredients-Asia’s Awards, says that his company is developing nutraceutical ingredients for promoting the body’s GLP-1...
NAD+ new findings: Sublingual intake raised NAD+ levels by 76%, firm claims
Sublingual administration of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) significantly increased whole blood NAD+ levels in healthy individuals in a pilot study, with an average increase of 59% after two weeks and 76% after six weeks, a company has claimed.
King Agaricus KA21 mushroom heals wounds and improves skin elasticity – latest findings
The KA21 mushroom is effective in repairing skin damage and maintaining skin elasticity, according to new research findings.
Premium infant formula, palatable children supplements are continued avenues for growth in Asia – FrieslandCampina
FrieslandCampina Ingredients says infant formula with premium, multi-benefit ingredients and easy-to-consume supplements for children are continued avenues for growth in Asia.
No pills, please: Novel formats for cardiovascular supplements gaining favour – PhytoGaia
Demand for convenient and enjoyable ways to take supplements are driving the shift towards non-pill formats, says supplier of palm phytonutrients PhytoGaia.
Functional foods potential: ADM expanding probiotic opportunities in Australia and China
ADM is hoping to see probiotic growth in Australia and China after receiving regulatory approvals for its Bacillus subtilis DE111™, with the firm targeting a wide range of food and beverage products due to its stability and shelf life benefits.
No fishy burp: GC Rieber banks on 'premiumisation and pleasant-taste' for omega-3 debut in mature Japanese market
Norwegian supplier GC Rieber is eyeing Japan’s saturated omega-3 market with it fish-derived and vegan options, which it claims offer a more pleasant sensory experience.
Growth Asia Summit 2024
Morinaga Milk tackles Japan’s healthy ageing needs with functional food innovation
Morinaga Milk Industry has launched a series of functional foods across yogurt, sachet powder, milk formula, and fermented drinks to support the nutritional needs of Japan’s rapidly ageing population.
TWK10 probiotic clinically proven for muscle health receives Thai FDA approval
A probiotic strain clinically shown to improve muscle health, including increasing muscle mass and recovery, has been approved by the Thai authorities for use in foods.
Growth Asia Summit 2024
A good gut feeling: Prebiotics and proteins key to early life nutrition and active ageing in Asia – FrieslandCampina
The combination of prebiotics and human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) is gaining traction in Asia for infants, alongside prebiotics and protein for the ageing population, says Friesland Campina.
Growth Asia Summit 2024
Beyond gut health: Kerry adds protein absorption to list of use for spore-forming probiotic
Kerry is using spore-forming probiotic for increasing protein absorption on the back of new scientific evidence.
NutraCast: Mushrooms from China? Why Nammex says yes
China has a rich tradition of growing, cultivating, studying and using mushrooms in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Deep-rooted expertise, historical background and substantial research contribute to a profound comprehension of mushroom chemistry and...
Taiwan’s ‘miracle mushroom’: Greenyn taps Antrodia cinnamomea for hangover relief and liver health in Asia
Taiwan's Greenyn Biotechnology is working to get regulatory approvals in key Asia markets for Antrodia cinnamomea, after the so-called 'miracle mushroom' was found to improve the liver function of regular drinkers and chronic Hep B patients in trials...
HNC / Healthplex Expo 2024
'Food as medicines': Korea’s Kolmar woos China consumers with immunity, blood sugar support formulas
South Korea’s OEM manufacturer Kolmar BNH is wooing the China market with herbal formulations, as it believes that the concept of 'foods as medicines' is seeing a revival in the country.
Squalene and tocotrienols’ effects on dry skin, eczema to be studied in 70-day trial
PhytoGaia and Monash University are studying how oral supplementation of squalene and tocotrienols could benefit dry skin, including eczema, in a 70-day trial.
New Zealand’s Nutrition From Water accelerating scale-up of microalgae-based whey to launch in Japan, Europe and US
New Zealand-headquartered biotech firm Nutrition From Water (NXW) is scaling up production of its microalgae-based whey for multi-market launch within the next 12 months, with first targets set on Japan, Europe, and the US.
Filling a gap: Sinopharm, Probi join hands in developing sports nutrition for bone, joint health
Sinopharm Foreign Trade and Probi AB have developed a new sports nutrition product for supporting bone and joint health, targeting especially seniors who would like to maintain an active lifestyle.
From muscle to metabolic health: Synbio Tech, Cosmax NBT to explore probiotics’ potential
Taiwanese probiotic manufacturer Synbio Tech is joining hands with South Korean contract manufacturer Cosmax NBT Inc. in exploring the use of probiotics for metabolic health.
China’s BGG establishing new HQ in Switzerland to pursue double business growth in five years
Beijing-based branded ingredients supplier BGG recently announced the establishment of a new global headquarters in Switzerland as part of a major restructuring move to accelerate expansion and business growth.
Kerry Group puts science front and center with new Innovation Hub
“The new innovation hub gives me pride to show that while we are pioneering our entrance into this category, we do have the cutting-edge clinical science and the expansive means of a market leader."
Heart matters: Firms pin hopes on vitamin K2 and red yeast rice extract formula for Asia success
A new formula combining vitamin K2 and red yeast rice extract from SunWay Biotech and Gnosis by Lesaffre is being pitched as ‘pivotal chance’ to boost cardiometabolic health in Asia.
Beautiful in Asia: APAC beauty-from-within opportunities growing ‘beyond appearance’ – SuanNutra
There is still significant scope for beauty-from-within growth in Asia spanning localised, personalised and life-stage innovation, says ingredient supplier SuanNutra.
Supplier news: Spotlight on Sami-Sabinsa, PhytoGaia, Synbio Tech, Kaneka
In this round-up, we look at some of the latest updates and insights from functional ingredients suppliers, including leadership changes at Sami-Sabinsa, PhytoGaia’s plans for a trial that examines multi-carotenoids’ benefits for weight management,...
Anju and Shaheen Majeed to lead Sami-Sabinsa Group
Multi-national health sciences company Sami-Sabinsa announced that Dr. Muhammed Majeed’s children will carry on their father’s legacy at the helm of the business he founded 36 years ago. Dr. Majeed died March 13 at age 75 following complications from...
Japan red yeast rice extract crisis: The three key elements that require safety tests during production
Red yeast rice extract production would need to fulfill three key elements of testing to ensure product safety, industry experts highlighted amid an ongoing crisis involving products made using Japan’s Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's red yeast rice raw...
Hydration for sports: Glycerol ‘could drive NPD’ in market dominated by electrolytes drinks
The sports drink market is largely dominated by electrolytes beverages, but China functional ingredients supplier Innobio believes the use of glycerol could offer a point of differentiation for new beverages designed for hydration purposes.
Next big opportunity? Market interest in Middle East’s nutraceutical sector on the rise – TCI
There is growing interest in Middle East’s nutraceutical sector, says Taiwan biotech firm TCI Co. Ltd, which is hoping to gain market share first through its collagen offerings.
FSANZ considers use of Korean firm AP Tech’s 2’-FL HMO in infant formulas
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has started a public consultation regarding the use of 2’-fucosyllactose (2’-FL) produced by Korean firm Advanced Protein Technologies (AP Tech) in infant formulas.
Weight management and multi-carotenoids: PhytoGaia seeks joint research in uncovering more evidence
PhytoGaia has expressed interest in conducting joint research in the use of multi-carotenoids for weight management, as well as building on existing evidence for product development.
‘Not an AI box of tricks’: Nuritas moves industry forward with peptide library
Biotechnology company Nuritas began its AI journey not in a laboratory but in the wild with wallabies. Nora Khaldi, Nuritas founder and CEO, found inspiration from the unlikely source, observing that wallabies have two types of milk with different kinds...
‘Quality over quantity’: Nutrition consumers prioritising value and efficacy – Nutiani data
Consumers coping with rising costs of living are showing a distinct preference for value-for-money products that not only come with an accessible price tag, but are also backed by science and multifunctional, according to latest data from Fonterra-owned...
From COVID-19 to Chemist Warehouse: Kaneka breaks down factors driving uptake of ubiquinol in China, Australia
Ubiquinol, the active form of co-enzyme Q10, is seeing a strong uptake in China and Australia, says supplier Kaneka.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients is Thailand’s ‘only provider of both HMOs and GOS’ after regulatory nod
The ingredients division of the Dutch dairy co-op said its 2’-fucosyllactose ingredient has been approved for use in both infant formulas as well as young children products.