Frutarom Health uniK2 Vitamin K-7 product

Frutarom Health has announced increasing market share of its uniK2 Vitamin K-7 product in western Europe.

By activating a protein called osteocalcin and producing optimal binding of calcium in the bones, and by improving the collagen status in bone, uniK2 is claimed to be effective in improving bone quality and strength.

The ingredient is derived from natto, one of the richest natural sources of vitamin K2, which has been traditionally consumed in Japan for centuries. The product is produced in a GMP-certified Japanese factory following ecological principles by recycling near 100% of the waste to produce other materials or re-used to generate thermal energy.

uniK2 has recently received kosher certification, opening new markets for the product. Frutarom says a number of supplement manufacturers are also using the product for cardiovascular health, while food processors are incorporating uniK2 into food applications such as dairy foods and confectionery.

The recommended daily dosage of Vitamin K2 is 45 µg/day, making it a cost-effective and appealing ingredient for the supplement and functional food markets. For manufacturers, uniK2 is available in two levels of concentration as uniK2 MK-7 powder 0.2% and uniK2 MK-7 oil 0.15%. This allows multiple use options for functional-food applications.