Press releases 2010

DSM to acquire Martek to add new Nutrition growth platform

DSM Nutritional Products announces a global price increase for Vitamin D3. The increase is effective for all qualities marketed in the human nutrition industry and will amount to a minimum of 10%. The price increase is necessary due to higher costs of raw materials, energy and transportation and due to higher demand for DSM quality vitamins. The price increase is effective immediately and all existing contracts will be honored.

Vitamin D experts from the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) and DSM Nutritional Products (DSM) have joined forces to advocate for greater awareness on the global problem of vitamin D deficiency.

A new study published in the European Journal of Nutrition² confirms that DSM Nutritional Products’ weight management ingredient Fabuless exerts beneficial effects, even under weight
loss conditions. Subjects taking the natural, vegetable oil derived supplement experienced a higher reduction in body fat mass than those who took a dairy fat control. The findings
complement those of a previous long -term study which demonstrated that Fabuless helps to minimize weight regain after dieting. With the global weight loss market projected to exceed
$586 billion by 20143, these results will be welcomed by manufacturers looking to provide safe, natural and effective weight management solutions.

Royal DSM N.V., the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company headquartered in the Netherlands, officially joined the Leadership Council of the New York Academy of Sciences’ Global Nutrition Science Research Initiative during the Academy’s gala dinner. DSM is the only food ingredient company to be among the more than 20 organisations coming from government, academia, non-profit and private sectors that comprise the Council.

DSM Nutritional Products’ Fruitflow^®, the first natural, scientifically substantiated solution for healthy blood flow, clinched the coveted Health Ingredients Excellence Award at last night’s ceremony. Crowned best Heart Health innovation and most innovative ingredient of the year, Fruitflow is the only ingredient to date with an approved health claim from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) under Article 13.5. Suitable for functional food, beverage and dietary supplement products, the ingredient represents the next generation in heart health.

DSM Nutritional Products is showcasing a new omega-3 product featuring its ROPUFA® ‘10’ n-3 Food Powder S/SD. Delante, a Norwegian company specialising in the development of unique nutritional delivery systems, has developed its Lipidfizz™ technology using DSM’s powder as the active ingredient. Lipidfizz delivers a high dose of two essential fatty acids in the form of effervescent powders and tablets which are dissolved in water and consumed as a beverage. With a light orange flavour, Lipidfizz meets consumer requirements for a tasty and effective omega-3 product.

Royal DSM N.V., the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company headquartered in the Netherlands, has continued its number one position in the chemical industry sector in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index*. This was announced today in a press statement issued by SAM* and Dow Jones Indexes. After the initial publication of the 2010 sustainability scores in September 2010, SAM identified an issue in the software used to evaluate the results of the Corporate Sustainability Assessments and announced a reassessment of the 2010 scores. This review has now been completed.

DSM Nutritional Products is pleased to confirm that the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has issued positive opinions on the beneficial effects of DHA and EPA, 2 essential Omega 3 Long Chain Polyununsaturated Fatty Acids (LC-PUFA’s). EFSA’s opinion supports the scientific evidence on the beneficial effects of DHA and/or EPA on brain health, heart health and vision, which are all health benefit areas with increasing importance to Europe’s ageing population. Health claims for DHA and EPA were submitted through EU Member States. DSM helped prepare several such submissions which included a reference list of supporting scientific evidence for the claim.

Members of the Zeaxanthin Trade Association have adopted and published a common chiral analytical method to measure the relative percentages of the different Zeaxanthin stereoisomers — (3R,3’R), (3R,3’S) and (3S,3’S) — in dietary ingredients and finished product forms of dietary supplements. The method will help dietary supplement and food manufacturers make sure that no zeaxanthin isomers other than the 3R 3’R are present in the zeaxanthin they source for their finished products, and make sure they are in compliance with GMP standards and FDA and EU regulations. 

During the Second World Congress of Public Health Nutrition held in Portugal last week, several new and pending studies were presented that show clear evidence that poor nutrition is growing in affluent countries, despite widespread consumer access to nutritious foods and nutritional education campaigns. DSM organized a forum at the Congress to discuss this critical health issue and an area where DSM has been active in developing a variety of nutritional products. 

Royal DSM N.V., the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company headquartered in the Netherlands, today announces the acquisition of Microbia, Inc. (Lexington, Massachusetts, United States) from Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The terms of the acquisition will not be disclosed.

DSM Nutritional Products and BioAnalyt are launching the iCheck^® Sudan technology in China. The first user of this technology will be the Shangai Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As part of their Food Quality Control program, Shangai FDA has started using this new technology at the Shangai Universal Expo 2010 which will be visited by approx. 70 million people.

DSM Nutritional Products will showcase a new ingredient for heart health at Hi Europe 2010, following a long-term alliance agreement with the product developer, Provexis. Fruitflow^® is the first natural, scientifically substantiated solution for the promotion of healthy blood flow. To date, Fruitflow is the only ingredient with an approved health claim from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) under Article 13.5, opening up clear routes to market for food, beverage and dietary supplement products.

SPACE, the international trade fair for livestock in Rennes, France, is presenting DSM Nutritional Products with the 2010 INNOV’SPACE award. The distinction is in recognition of the innovative protease RONOZYME^® ProAct. RONOZYME^® ProAct was successfully launched earlier this year in the European Union.

A new study published on the website of Nutrition, Metabolism & Cardiovascular Diseases represents the first published human study to positively link resveratrol to the physiological effects of the French Paradox and better cardiovascular health.

The Dutch Government has approved the use of VevoVitall® in pig feed to reduce ammonia emission in certain types of pig farms in the Netherlands.

DSM Nutritional Products announces that it will temporarily shut down its vitamin E facility in Sisseln (Switzerland) on August 11. DSM will stop manufacturing Vitamin E for at least four weeks and will perform plant maintenance during this period. DSM will honour all confirmed orders.

A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition demonstrates how DSM Nutritional Products’ weight management ingredient Fabuless® exerts its appetite-reducing effects.2 Highlighting differences in digestion between Fabuless and a control fat by an established intestinal sampling technique, the results further substantiate the mechanism behind the reported weight maintenance benefits of Fabuless. With the interest in weight management high on the global agenda, this mechanistic study will strike a chord with scientists and manufacturers keen to deliver effective and sustainable appetite control solutions to the food, beverage and dietary supplements markets.

These last weeks, DSM Nutritional Products has increased its investments in China. DSM inaugurated its fourth premix plant in ChangChun city, Jilin province, with an operating capacity of 15,000 MT. This new plant in North East China extends DSM’s previous premix manufacturing reach of East China (Shanghai), North China (Shandong) & South China (Hunan).

DSM Nutritional Products has unveiled yet another study on its proprietary high purity resveratrol ingredient this week at the American Aging Association (AGE) annual conference. The new study focuses on the cognitive benefit of resVida® resveratrol and its ability to improve associative and spatial learning and memory performance in aged mice.

DSM is showcasing its ingredient innovation, market knowledge and sector expertise as gold sponsor of the world’s first virtual conference and expo dedicated to beverage formulation. Backed by global publishing organisation Decision News Media, this free to attend online event will bring together key players in the international drinks industry to highlight the latest developments and address specific market challenges.  The expo takes place from 11.00 (CET), 27 May 2010 and it is quick and easy to register by visiting www.drinksingredients.com

Leading nutritional ingredients producer DSM Nutritional Products announces that their geniVida™ Bone Blend has been shown in a clinical trial to significantly increase bone mineral density by up to 3.4% in post-menopausal women after only 6 months supplementation. This new data was presented at the IOF World Congress on Osteoporosis, Florence, Italy, May 5-8, 2010.

On Thursday, May 6, 2010, a new study conducted at Salus University was presented at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology meeting in Fort Lauderdale which suggests that the isoflavone genistein may restore tear production that is diminished in dry eye syndrome.

On Monday, May 3, 2010, a new study was presented at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology meeting in Fort Lauderdale that provides further confirmation that the level of macular pigment, comprised of lutein and zeaxanthin from the diet, can positively impact visual performance in individuals with normal eye health and function.

DSM Nutritional Products announces a worldwide price increase of Natural source Vitamin E and Mixed Tocopherols by 12% for non-contract customers or as existing contracts allow for all Food & Dietary Supplement applications. This adjustment will be effective immediately. This price adjustment is driven by an increase in raw material prices.

There is and will continue to be a need to feed a growing human population with good quality, safe and traceable food. Moreover, consumers, retailers and fast food chains are demanding the highest standards in terms of animal welfare, sustainability and quality. Under these conditions the poultry industry is put under growing pressure to improve the performance and welfare of birds, but also ensure that the production of eggs and meat is a sustainable activity that is
profitable throughout the value chain.

On Monday, April 12, 2010, a breakthrough new study was published online in the Archives of Ophthalmology that offers new hope for the prevention of visual field loss in patients suffering from retinitis pigmentosa.

The BSB European Innovation prize for cosmetics 2010 was awarded in Paris during the In-cosmetics exhibition. DSM Nutritional Products won the third prize with SYN®-HYCAN, in the category naturals/actives.

RONOZYME® ProAct, the first pure protease for the poultry industry, has received regulatory approval in the European Union. This innovative feed enzyme has been successfully marketed in Brazil and Turkey, followed by launches in Latin America and Asia Pacific. It is now available in EU-27 for the first time and it will be launched on April 20th, during VIV Europe.

Leading nutritional ingredients producer DSM Nutritional Products is launching a new DHA-rich omega-3 powder for the infant nutrition sector. ROPUFA® '15' N-3 High DHA Powder S/SD is derived from natural tuna oil which contains DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), as well as EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), the other important omega-3, at levels matched to human breast milk and ideally suited to infant formulas.

Royal DSM N.V., the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company headquartered in the Netherlands, announces management changes.

DSM Nutritional Products, a subsidiary of Royal DSM N.V. (The Netherlands), the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences Company, has signed a joint venture agreement with Tatenergo JSC (Republic of Tatarstan) for the construction of an Animal Nutrition & Health premix plant in the Republic of Tatarstan.