A New Solution for Two Essential Vitamins

Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2 represent two of the most essential and widely demanded micronutrients on the market today. Vitamin D3 assists the body in absorbing calcium, while Vitamin K2 ensures that this calcium is directed to the bones and supports cardiovascular health. Both vitamins work together to maintain bone and heart health. Many individuals over 50, especially women, show strong interest in products containing both of these vitamins.   

However, working with these active ingredients can present significant challenges for manufacturers and brands:The Vegan Hurdle: Conventional Vitamin D3 is derived from lanolin, an oily substance sourced from sheep wool, which completely rules out its use in strict vegan formulations.   

Alkaline Vulnerability: Vitamin K2 is highly susceptible to alkaline conditions, suffering a potency loss of over 30% within just eight hours at pH 10.38.  

Solubility Constraints: Because they are fat-soluble vitamins, conventional forms encounter obstacles when blended into water-based beverages and powdered drink mixes.   

To address these challenges, INNOBIO introduced its  LocVita® Vegan Vitamin D3 & K2 product , featuring a blend of plant-based Vitamin D3 and high-purity Vitamin K2 formatted as a water-dispersible powder. This platform aims to provide formulators with a stable, vegan-friendly, and user-friendly ingredient solution for a diverse range of dietary products.   

LocVita® Vegan Vitamin D3: Pine-Based, Not Lanolin-Derived

While the majority of commercial Vitamin D3 is manufactured from lanolin, LocVita® Vegan Vitamin D3 offers a plant-based alternative sourced from pine. INNOBIO produces this Vitamin D3 using phytosterols extracted from sustainable pine, making it 100% plant-based and entirely free of animal-derived components, making it an attractive option for vegan-friendly brands.   

Vitamin D3 is a preferred choice, and botanical D3 derived from pine trees serves as a distinct advantage for brands pursuing clean-label, plant-based product lines. To guarantee botanical authenticity, INNOBIO developed isotope verification technology capable of differentiating pine-derived Vitamin D3 from lanolin-derived alternatives at the molecular level. This technology confirms ingredient origins and improves traceability while reducing risks associated with supplier replacements and recalls.   

The ingredient is further safeguarded by patented microencapsulation technology. This creates a protective coating over the active substance, reducing exposure to ambient moisture and oxygen while preventing unwanted interactions with other nutrients. As a result, structural stability is enhanced, ensuring superior protection during storage and application.   

LocVita® Vegan Vitamin D3 is available in multiple formats, including oils, cold-water-dispersible powders, and double-coated beadlets. Additionally, INNOBIO offers VDLIFE™ Organic Vegan Vitamin D3, certified as organic in the USA, European Union, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom, facilitating global market access.  

LocVita® Vitamin K2: High-Purity Trans-MK-7 from Fermentation

LocVita® Vitamin K2 features pure trans-MK-7 produced through Bacillus subtilis natto fermentation, exhibiting an exceptional purity level. Validated by HPLC testing showing a clear trans-MK-7 peak, the ingredient complies fully with United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards.   

Protected by microencapsulation technology, LocVita® VK2 powder demonstrates remarkable stability in basic environments. Laboratory tests in alkaline tablets at pH 10.38 confirmed excellent stability, with retention rates remaining above 97% for three months at 40℃ and 75% relative humidity, making it ideal for stable vitamin formulations.   

The powder variant features a water-dispersible format, expanding the application scope of this fat-soluble vitamin. It can be utilized in powdered beverages, liquid drinks, hard gelatin capsules, or tablets. It is available in standardized concentrations ranging from 2,000 ppm to 13,000 ppm, as well as oil-based forms formulated with MCT oil or extra virgin olive oil.  

The Power of the Premix: Combining D3 and K2

A notable benefit of the LocVita® platform is its premix capability, allowing INNOBIO to prepare customized combinations of Vegan Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2 for diverse formulations. Because both ingredients are supplied as water-dispersible powders, food manufacturers can significantly streamline batch preparation.   

Alkaline tablet trials revealed that the D3 and K2 premix exhibited exceptional stability, with a retention rate of nearly 100% over three months. This performance is vital for calcium supplements based on alkaline ingredients such as calcium carbonate and magnesium oxide, where Vitamin K2 is typically prone to degradation. LocVita® aims to support advanced formulation development across vitamin solutions.   

Designed to solubilize rapidly in water, testing demonstrated that the powder mixes uniformly without clumping or settling. This property unlocks new opportunities for solid drinks, energy bars, and other nutritional products requiring even ingredient distribution. 

Applications Across Nutrition Categories

The LocVita® Vegan Vitamin D3 & K2 solution is suitable for a wide range of nutritional applications, including:

Bone and joint health supplements

Cardiovascular health formulations

Calcium + D3 + K2 combination products

Vegan and vegetarian capsules and tablets

Solid beverages and powdered drinks

Gummies, drops, and ready-to-drink products

Infant nutrition and functional foods

The adaptability of LocVita® gives brands the flexibility to innovate while reducing formulation hurdles. Compatible with gels, capsules, tablets, and dry beverages using proper manufacturing techniques, these diverse formats help brands design targeted products for various consumer segments.

Certifications and Quality Assurance

INNOBIO implements a comprehensive quality management system encompassing raw material sourcing, production controls, contaminant screening, and microbiological parameters.   

The company holds an extensive portfolio of credentials, including NSF GMP, ISO 9001, HACCP, USDA Organic, Kosher, Halal, Non-GMO Project Verified, FSSC 22000, and BRCGS certifications. Furthermore, LocVita® Vegan Vitamin D3 Powder is recognized as the world's first pine-derived vegan Vitamin D3 to attain FSSAI certification in India.   

Through technical support and product supply hubs spanning China, Europe, and North America, INNOBIO offers cost-efficient development and market introduction for clients worldwide. Backed by rigorous quality practices and technical expertise, INNOBIO remains a prominent provider of innovative vitamin solutions. 

Supporting the Future of Plant-Based Nutrition

As consumer demand for plant-dominated diets and sustainable nutrition continues to grow, there is an increasing need for effective ingredients that offer easy handling and strict quality compliance. The LocVita® Vegan Vitamin D3 & K2 solution addresses these needs by combining pine-derived botanical D3 and fermentation-based K2 into a stable, water-soluble powder.   

For product innovators looking to replace animal-based Vitamin D3 or upgrade existing D3 and K2 formulations, LocVita® delivers proven vegan sourcing, optimized stability in alkaline systems, and versatile delivery formats, empowering the creation of cutting-edge nutritional products.