Quali®-C (Vitamin C)

dsm-firmenich is a leading provider of vitamin C in a variety of forms.

Vitamin C Overview

Vitamin C is a water-soluble nutrient that has important functions in the body, such as normal function of the immune system, and anti-oxidant capabilities, as well as aiding everything from iron absorption to normal formation of collagen for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, teeth, skin, heart and gums. dsm-firmenich's vitamin C is offered as straight or in granulated product forms depending on the targeted end use. Fruit juices, fruit flavor drinks and breakfast cereals are often enriched with vitamin C.

Why buy dsm-firmenich Vitamin C from Dalry, Scotland?

With more than 15 forms of vitamin C, dsm-firmenich offers something for nearly every type of food, beverage or supplement application. Our manufacturing plant in Dalry, Scotland is the only producer of vitamin C in the Western world.

Production location

dsm-firmenich's vitamin C is the only Western source of vitamin C. Produced in Dalry, Scotland. We have more than 80 years of vitamin C production experience and know-how.

Sustainability

Dalry vitamin C has the lowest carbon footprint in the industry​. According to external LCA, Dalry ​vitamin C has 51% lower GHG emissions compared to average alternative suppliers. ​

Certifications

Our vitamin C is certified with: Kosher, HALAL, ISO 50001, ISO-9001, ISO-14001, GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22’000, CEP, Global DMFs

Expert Services

dsm-firmenich’s vitamin C is supported by a full documentation package for all industries, available with ​a high focus on pharma registration (CEP, USDMF and other DMFs)​.

Technical

We have one of the highest purity vitamin C in the market. Consistent quality at the highest Pharma standards due to high level of automatic in process control.

Quali®

dsm-firmenich’s vitamin C belongs ​to Quali® family of vitamins. Quali stands for quality, reliability, sustainability, and traceability.

Raw materials/Production

Since 2023, our base raw material is GMO-free wheat from Germany which resulted in more sustainable final product which is also gluten-free​.

Vitamin C Production

dsm-firmenich’s Dalry plant in Scotland is the only site to produce ascorbic acid, better known as vitamin C, in the Western world. This year dsm-firmenich is celebrating the 40th year anniversary of its Dalry plant; 60 years of high-quality nutrient manufacturing for the food and pharmaceutical industries around the globe. Over the years, Dalry has continuously expanded and modernized showing dsm-firmenich’s ongoing commitment to meeting the high-quality requirements of its customers.

Vitamin C Health Benefit Solutions

Vitamin C is an important nutrient that supports numerous health benefits, including early life nutrition, immunity and heart health.

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Approved Claims in the EU

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), which provides scientific advice to assist policy makers, has confirmed that clear health benefits have been established for the dietary intake of vitamin C in contributing to:

  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums.  
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.  
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. 
  • Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.  
  • Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E. 
  • Vitamin C increases iron absorption.

These health claims are authorized in the EU with specific conditions of use.

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