Key2biotics: probiotic supplement & functional F&B product development
Key2Biotics is a science led contract development organisation based in Cork, Ireland, specialising in probiotics and the human microbiome, supporting partners from concept to commercialisation. We operate our own dedicated formulation and innovation centre, giving partners direct access to in house application and microbiology labs throughout development. Our services include product development for capsules, sachets and powder blends as well as new functional food and beverage products, in house stability and shelf life testing tracking CFU retention and viability, and clinical product manufacturing to HACCP standards for human intervention and supplement trials. We also offer consultancy focused on strain selection and regulatory positioning. Typical turnaround for product development projects is around one month, with stability programmes running over six months depending on scope. We're a strong fit for supplement brands looking to validate or elevate an existing probiotic containing product, ingredient suppliers wanting development or testing support for their strains and formats, and functional food and beverage companies developing new products. We're also well suited to research or clinical teams needing reliable manufacturing for human intervention studies. Alongside our own capabilities, we leverage a vetted network of contract manufacturing partners to support commercial scale proofing, for both strains and finished products, giving partners a clear path from development through to commercial readiness. Behind every project is a team of experienced scientists with over 40 years of combined industry experience in probiotics and the human microbiome. That depth means partners get more than lab work, they get scientific judgement they can rely on at every stage.
About Key2Biotics Ltd
Key2Biotics is a Cork, Ireland-based contract development and consultancy firm specializing in probiotic and gut health supplements. The company provides end-to-end services for nutraceutical brands, including custom formulation, in-house stability and compatibility testing, and clinical trial manufacturing support. By combining microbiome science with commercial strategy, Key2Biotics enables brands to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and technical challenges to bring scientifically validated, shelf-stable probiotic products to market.
The firm serves as a strategic partner for companies ranging from startups to established brands, helping them turn probiotic concepts into market-ready, evidence-based supplements. By focusing on scientific rigour and specialized technical infrastructure, Key2Biotics solves critical industry problems such as maintaining live cell counts throughout a product's shelf life. Their work ensures that the final products delivered to consumers align with efficacy claims, providing nutraceutical companies with a competitive advantage in the expanding gut health sector.
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