Following the recent acquisition of Vitatene S.A.U., DSM Nutritional Products announces a worldwide price increase of minimum 20% for all BetaNat product forms with immediate effect for all newly contracted business.

Rick Greubel, President of Human Nutrition and Health commented: “The price increase is essential for us to ensure the long term viability of the business". Existing contracts will be fully honoured.

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