DSM Venturing

Founded in 2001, DSM Venturing is the corporate venture capital arm of Royal DSM, based in Heerlen, Netherlands. The firm invests in companies developing innovative products and services in sectors of life sciences (animal and human health & nutrition) and biomedical.

Rob Beudeker

Investment Director

Philip Hul

Finance Director

Luda Kopeikina

Investment Director

Akshat Kshetrapal

Investment Director

Greg McParland

Investment Director

Arpesh Mehta

Investment Director

Philip Mertens

Associate

Erik Rutten

Senior Investment Manager

Pieter Wolters

Managing Director

Past deals in Dietary Supplements

VitaminLab

Series A in 2023
VitaminLab takes your health history, our nutrient testing or health data, and uses our matching algorithm to create an all-in-one personalized supplement that impacts your health. The company, run by a team of pharmacists and health care professionals, was founded to change the status quo of the supplement industry.

OK Capsule

Seed Round in 2022
OK Capsule is a provider of an online supply chain and product development software for the life science industry. Its enterprise supplement personalization platform provides custom-branded rolls of supplement packets that are more cost-effective than bottles and sustainable for the planet and are made using supplements that are ethnically sourced, fair trade, organic, kosher or halal, non-GMO and dairy, glyphosate, and soy-free that enable businesses to scale the delivery of individualized, premium-grade supplement packets to their customers that is safe for the environment and sustainable.

OK Capsule

Seed Round in 2021
OK Capsule is a provider of an online supply chain and product development software for the life science industry. Its enterprise supplement personalization platform provides custom-branded rolls of supplement packets that are more cost-effective than bottles and sustainable for the planet and are made using supplements that are ethnically sourced, fair trade, organic, kosher or halal, non-GMO and dairy, glyphosate, and soy-free that enable businesses to scale the delivery of individualized, premium-grade supplement packets to their customers that is safe for the environment and sustainable.

Prenexus Health

Series B in 2021
Prenexus Health is a prebiotic ingredient manufacturer focused on digestive health and wellness through the research, development and production of branded prebiotic ingredients for vitamin, dietary supplement, food and beverage products. As a science-based company, Prenexus Health is an innovative global leader in prebiotics supported by scientific and clinical research with an emphasis in digestive and microbiome health.

Brains Bioceutical

Series A in 2021
Brains Bioceutical Corp. engages in the production of naturally-sourced active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. The company offers CBD oil, capsules, balm, and spray. It serves pharmaceutical; health and wellness; skin and beauty; and veterinary sectors. The company is based in Vancouver, Canada.

Frontier Nutrition

Series B in 2021
Frontier Nutrition, Inc. is a company that develops and manufactures nutritious food products aimed at addressing the dietary needs of families in low-income communities globally. Established in 2016 and based in Dover, Delaware, Frontier Nutrition focuses on creating innovative and appealing packaged food items that cater to the specific nutritional requirements of these communities. The company's offerings are grounded in advanced research in pediatric nutrition and behavioral marketing, ensuring that the recipes are tailored to traditional diets while optimizing for taste, nutrition, and affordability. Through its strategic initiatives, Frontier Nutrition strives to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of underserved populations.

NutriLeads

Series B in 2020
NutriLeads is an innovative startup that develops nutritional ingredients with demonstrated health effects. NutriLeads aims to catalyze nutritional health innovation in the food industry by partnering with relevant companies to identify promising lead ingredients, develop sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific & clinical programs to substantiate the health effects of these ingredients. Together we will bring the benefits of the proprietary ingredients to patients and consumers.

Panaceutics Inc.

Series A in 2020
Panaceutics Inc. engages in formulation, manufacturing, and distribution of medicines. The company offers technology to transform multiple pills into a single packet of easy-to-swallow fruit puree for macro nutrient needs. It serves to healthcare systems, integrated delivery partners, pharmaceutical companies, and nutritional product manufacturers. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

ZeaVision

Venture Round in 2019
ZeaVision develops products for EyeCare Professionals and patients. ZeaVision's mission is to develop and market science-based supplements and vision care products to support healthy vision and prevent vision loss in the lives of many.

Panaceutics Inc.

Venture Round in 2019
Panaceutics Inc. engages in formulation, manufacturing, and distribution of medicines. The company offers technology to transform multiple pills into a single packet of easy-to-swallow fruit puree for macro nutrient needs. It serves to healthcare systems, integrated delivery partners, pharmaceutical companies, and nutritional product manufacturers. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

Tespo

Series A in 2018
At Tespo, they create innovative products for customers to help improve their quality of life and deliver an experience that exceeds their expectations. Tespo’s system provides all the storage, convenience and daily use benefits of a vitamin pill without the drawbacks - no fillers, binders, additives or unnecessary ingredients. By leveraging a disc/dispenser design - Tespo provides an individual liquid vitamin serving everyday delivered straight to your door each month.

NutriLeads

Series A in 2017
NutriLeads is an innovative startup that develops nutritional ingredients with demonstrated health effects. NutriLeads aims to catalyze nutritional health innovation in the food industry by partnering with relevant companies to identify promising lead ingredients, develop sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific & clinical programs to substantiate the health effects of these ingredients. Together we will bring the benefits of the proprietary ingredients to patients and consumers.

NutriLeads

Seed Round in 2015
NutriLeads is an innovative startup that develops nutritional ingredients with demonstrated health effects. NutriLeads aims to catalyze nutritional health innovation in the food industry by partnering with relevant companies to identify promising lead ingredients, develop sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific & clinical programs to substantiate the health effects of these ingredients. Together we will bring the benefits of the proprietary ingredients to patients and consumers.

EyePromise

Venture Round in 2014
EyePromise manufactures and sells zeaxanthin dietary supplements for those at risk of age-related vision loss. It offers QuantifEYE program for assessing risk of developing age-related macular degeneration; EyePromise restore, a professional dietary supplement; and EyePromise ten-for those who prefer xeaxanthin supplement.

ChromaDex

Post in 2013
ChromaDex Corporation is a nutraceutical company focused on promoting healthy aging through innovative ingredients and scientific research. It is best known for its flagship product, Nicotinamide riboside (NIAGEN), a form of vitamin B3 that helps enhance levels of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), which naturally decline with age. The company also offers Immulina, a spirulina extract aimed at boosting immune function. ChromaDex operates through three primary segments: Consumer Products, Ingredients, and Analytical Reference Standards and Services, with the bulk of its revenue generated from the Consumer Products segment. The company is involved in developing and commercializing patented ingredient technologies for various markets, including dietary supplements, food, beverages, skincare, and pharmaceuticals. Alongside its product offerings, ChromaDex provides analytical testing and regulatory consulting services, reinforcing its commitment to quality and safety in its ingredient development. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, ChromaDex continues to leverage its extensive intellectual property and scientific backing in the biosciences sector.

Viocare

Venture Round in 2009
Viocare, Inc. is a privately-held company bringing the benefits of cutting edge knowledge in the nutrition and behavior change sciences to the development of breakthrough web and mobile solutions that serve both researchers and the preventive care market.

Provexis

Post in 2008
Provexis is a company that develops, licenses, and markets functional foods, medical foods, and dietary supplements. Its flagship product, Fruitflow, is a tomato extract designed to reduce the risk of abnormal blood clotting, which is often linked to cardiovascular diseases like heart attacks and strokes. Fruitflow is available in syrup and powder forms and is incorporated into various food, beverage, and dietary supplement formats. The company also offers Fruitflow + Omega-3, a capsule supplement that promotes healthy blood flow and normal heart function. Provexis collaborates with By-Health Co., Ltd. to expand its reach and offers its products through retail outlets and online platforms. Founded in 1999, Provexis is headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom.

Ganeden, Inc.

Venture Round in 2007
Ganeden, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of probiotics and probiotic bacteria, focusing on innovative applications across various sectors. The company licenses its probiotic technology for use in functional food and beverages, dietary supplements, topical products, and animal health. Key offerings include GanedenBacillus coagulans for food and companion animal use, Bonicel for personal care products, and Staimune for immune health. Founded in 1997 and based in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, Ganeden has also developed a successful line of consumer products, including Digestive Advantage and Sustenex, which have collectively sold nearly 200 million doses through over 40,000 retail outlets. The company operates as a subsidiary of Kerry Group plc and maintains a strategic alliance with Sensus America.

Sciona

Series C in 2006
Sciona provides gene-based personalized health and nutrition analysis and recommendations based on individual diet, lifestyle, and genetic profile. The company's Mycellf Program, which includes a diet and lifestyle questionnaire, makes recommendations for how individuals can make choices that benefit their long-term health. It also offers genetic testing products, which address personal wellness, fitness, and nutritional issues. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.

Sciona

Series B in 2004
Sciona provides gene-based personalized health and nutrition analysis and recommendations based on individual diet, lifestyle, and genetic profile. The company's Mycellf Program, which includes a diet and lifestyle questionnaire, makes recommendations for how individuals can make choices that benefit their long-term health. It also offers genetic testing products, which address personal wellness, fitness, and nutritional issues. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.

Sciona

Series A in 2002
Sciona provides gene-based personalized health and nutrition analysis and recommendations based on individual diet, lifestyle, and genetic profile. The company's Mycellf Program, which includes a diet and lifestyle questionnaire, makes recommendations for how individuals can make choices that benefit their long-term health. It also offers genetic testing products, which address personal wellness, fitness, and nutritional issues. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.