DSM, Stand number G002 / G004, Paris, France, 4 – 6 November 2008
Innovative health and wellness concepts will be DSM’s major focus at HiE. Created to deliver appealing taste and present scientifically-backed health claims, these exciting developments respond to consumer needs and set future market trends. New product launches include Maxilact®¹ LGX, a neutral lactase for the creation of high quality, clean tasting lactose-free products and Gistex® HUM LS² , a natural yeast extract with high umami impact, for savoury applications. With its proven skin health benefits, the Beauty from Within range will appeal to manufacturers within the dynamic nutricosmetic industry and Fabuless™ DE³ , specifically developed for instant powder applications, will represent an innovation in weight management at the show.

Raising the bar in infant nutrition
Food safety is of the utmost importance, especially in the arena of infant nutrition. DSM has a focused approach to this market, especially in view of the new, stricter international regulations for microbiological purity of baby food. Although not directly applicable to food ingredients manufacturers, DSM employs these standards in the production of all its vitamins for use in the infant nutrition category. This makes DSM the only backwards integrated blends supplier, meaning that every ingredient it uses is sourced from its own factories, ensuring total purity and food safety.

See more clearly
Lutein, recognised for its protective eye health attributes, is now supported by new scientific evidence that demonstrates new visual performance benefits. Visitors to the DSM stand can learn more about FloraGLO® lutein and the latest research which shows how it can help promote glare reduction, improve visual recovery and enhance visual acuity. These new performance benefits mean that food, beverage and dietary supplement manufacturers are now able to target a younger and broader consumer demographic with lutein-containing products.

Inner beauty
The Beauty from Within portfolio offers proven skin health benefits. A variety of product concepts will be on show, each with its own unique advantages for skin health. Experts will be available to discuss the most effective ingredients to care for the skin from within.

Minimum lactose, maximum taste
With consumption of lactose-free products on the increase, manufacturers are keen to tap into this growing, lucrative market. A breakthrough in the marketplace, Maxilact LGX guarantees high quality, clean taste, and offers the potential to extend the shelf life of a range of lactose-free milk drinks.

High umami, high impact
Gistex HUM LS delivers high umami impact and contributes to a complex and intense taste in a wide range of savoury applications. This latest addition to the Gistex range of natural yeast extracts is also a low salt product. Allergen-free and highly versatile, Gistex HUM LS offers a great tasting, worry free solution.

Weight control in an instant
DSM will be presenting exciting new weight management concepts and premium consumer products. Fabuless, the highly effective, market leading weight management ingredient, is now available in an easy to use, spray-dried powder format. Developed for instant powder applications, such as coffee drinks, soups, meal replacement shakes and supplements, Fabuless DE enables manufacturers to develop appealing new solutions for effective weight control. Teavigo®, DSM’s pure and natural green tea extract, has also demonstrated effective weight management properties. Scientific studies show it can enhance metabolism, increase fat oxidation and assist body fat reduction.

Ingredients from a trusted supplier
QUALI™-BLENDS is an exciting new initiative to respond to the growing demand for high quality nutritional ingredients from a completely traceable source. It translates health concepts into segment specific product solutions.

A functional fanfare
Whatever the requirement, DSM has a functional food ingredient to match individual needs. These include TensGuard™, an innovative dairy peptide clinically proven to control blood pressure to maintain a healthy heart, InsuVital™, a revolutionary blood glucose management ingredient developed to serve the needs of (pre) diabetics, plus PeptoPro®, DSM’s award winning protein hydrolysate for improved performance and recovery.

¹Maxilact® LGX is a registered trademark of Royal DSM N.V
²Gistex® HUM LS is a registered trademark of Royal DSM N.V
³Fabuless™ DE is a trademark of Royal DSM N.V 

About DSM Nutritional Products
DSM Nutritional Products is the world's leading supplier of vitamins, carotenoids and other fine chemicals to the feed, food, pharmaceutical and personal care industries. The business has sales of over EUR 2 billion and a long tradition as a pioneer in the discovery of new products, new formulations and attractive applications for all industry segments. For further company information please visit www.dsmnutritionalproducts.com.

About DSM Food Specialties
DSM Food Specialties is a leading producer of value-added ingredient solutions for the international food and beverage industries. Its products contribute to the success of the world’s favourite dairy, processed food, soft drink, fruit juice, alcoholic beverage and functional food brands. With 1,400 employees active in 26 locations worldwide, DSM Food Specialties is a truly global player.

DSM – the Life Sciences and Materials Sciences Company
Royal DSM N.V. creates innovative products and services in Life Sciences and Materials Sciences that contribute to the quality of life. DSM’s products and services are used globally in a wide range of markets and applications, supporting a healthier, more sustainable and more enjoyable way of life. End markets include human and animal nutrition and health, personal care, pharmaceuticals, automotive, coatings and paint, electrics and electronics, life protection and housing. DSM has annual sales of almost EUR 8.8 billion and employs some 23,000 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in the Netherlands, with locations on five continents. DSM is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. More information: www.dsm.com.

For more information:
DSM Nutritional Products
Emma Peyrachon
Tel. +41 (0)61 815 89 34
Fax +41 (0)61 815 88 90
E-mail: emma.peyrachon@dsm.com
www.dsmnutritionalproducts.com / www.dsm.com

DSM Food Specialties
Saskia Nuijten
Tel. +31 (0) 15 279 26 85
Fax +31 (0) 15 279 35 40
E-mail: saskia.nuijten@dsm.com
www.dsmfoodspecialties.com / www.dsm.com

Barrett Dixon Bell
Mary Houston / Marek Borowik
Tel: +44 (0)161 925 4700
Fax: +44 (0)161 925 4701
Email: mary@bdb.co.uk / marek@bdb.co.uk

Forward-looking statements
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