Fytexia, an ABF Ingredients (ABFI) company, has invested in Vital Solutions, a German company specialising in natural science-based ingredients, for application in dietary supplements and functional foods. Two years after the acquisition of BNatural, the European leader in brown propolis extracts, Fytexia reinforces its leadership in science-based polyphenols addressing new health categories, such as gut health and cognitive functions.

This strategic acquisition confirms the ambition of ABFI to accelerate the development of Fytexia and its presence in the nutritional ingredient market.

“Vital Solutions is a dynamic and market-oriented business with a successful track record of introducing innovative health ingredients to international markets, serving the dietary supplements industry. The ingredients developed by Vital Solutions will make an excellent addition to our range of scientifically supported ingredients” said Matthieu Arguillere, Managing director of Fytexia.

“Joining Fytexia within ABFI was a natural move to Vital Solutions. We believe that the cultures of the two companies are very close and that Fytexia will accelerate the commercial development of Vital Solutions’ portfolio of ingredients” said Dr. Sybille Buchwald-Werner, CEO of Vital Solutions.

“The acquisition of Fytexia was a first step for us and we are keen to accelerate our development in the nutraceutical industry. Vital Solutions will bring new synergies to this already fast-growing business, and we are excited to have them on board” said Fabienne Saadane-Oaks, CEO of ABFI.

The team joining from Vital Solution will accelerate our adoption of these ingredients by bringing their expertise to our team” completed Matthieu Arguillère.