Vitamins, minerals, and supplements (VMS) play a critical role in supporting overall health, bridging nutritional gaps, and helping individuals meet their unique wellness goals. As demand for personalized and effective health solutions continues to grow, so does the need to ensure that these nutrients are not only present in a product, but also successfully absorbed and utilized by the body.
Many micronutrients present challenges in absorption and bioavailability. Factors such as poor solubility, degradation in the digestive tract, or inefficient transport across intestinal barriers can significantly reduce the actual amount of nutrient that reaches systemic circulation. This means that even high-quality formulations may fall short of delivering their intended benefits, especially for nutrients like iron, zinc, magnesium, or fat-soluble vitamins.
Superior delivery systems — including nanocarriers, microencapsulation, microemulsions, and bioengineered transport mechanisms — offer promising ways to protect sensitive compounds, modulate their release, and boost uptake. These innovations can also enable lower dosages and fewer side effects, paving the way for smarter, more targeted supplementation.
Advanced technologies for the superior delivery of micronutrients and minerals could enable us to enhance the efficacy of our VMS products, ensuring that customers receive the maximum benefits from their supplements.
We are looking for novel delivery technologies that improve the absorption, stability, release, and/or bioavailability of key micronutrients in orally delivered vitamins, minerals, and supplements (VMS), enabling more effective and personalized nutritional support.
We are also open to exploring technologies originally developed for pharmaceutical applications, particularly those utilizing Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) components, provided they can be adapted for over-the-counter supplement use.
Our global team is dedicated to developing and collaborating on future-facing, scientifically proven, consumer-focused innovations and technologies. We believe that true innovation comes from collaboration and partnerships with start-ups, academia, health tech pioneers, and innovators.
Haleon has a strong portfolio of consumer health brands and plays a vital role for people all around the world, in a sector that is growing and more relevant than ever. We have five brand categories: Oral Health, Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements(VMS), Pain, Respiratory & Digestive. Our trusted brands like Sensodyne, Advil, Centrum & Voltaren improve the lives of millions globally.
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