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DSM Opens Largest Vitamin E Plant in Switzerland

At a glance
  • The new plant in Sisseln can produce 25,000 tons of vitamin E annually.
  • The facility meets ISO certification standards and ensures full product traceability.
  • Vitamin E is crucial for protecting cell membranes and preventing degenerative diseases.
  • DSM vitamin E is available in various forms for feed, food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic use.

New Vitamin E Plant

DSM has opened the world's largest vitamin E plant in Sisseln, Switzerland. The facility has the capacity to produce approximately 25,000 tons of vitamin E annually. This new plant is designed to meet stringent industry demands for quality, with ISO certification and systems to monitor full product traceability.

Advanced Quality Control

The production facility includes integrated process control and an on-site analytical laboratory. These features ensure that quality aspects are closely monitored and provide analytical services to meet growing customer needs. The plant's advanced capabilities further strengthen DSM's position as a leader in the production of vitamins for various industries, including feed, food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics.

Importance of Vitamin E

Vitamin E is essential for protecting fat molecules in cell membranes and the blood from damage by free radicals. It has potent antioxidant properties that stabilize vitamin A, various hormones, and enzymes. Vitamin E plays a crucial role in protecting cell membranes and is believed to have a preventive effect on degenerative diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer. In animals, it is involved in reproduction and has an immunomodulatory effect. Additionally, meat and fish from vitamin E-supplemented animals are protected against rancid deterioration.

Forms of DSM Vitamin E

DSM offers vitamin E in various forms, including tocopherol and tocopheryl acetate, available as oil or different types of solid products. These forms are suitable for use in feed, food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. Through extensive research and development, DSM Nutritional Products ensures the highest quality of vitamin E.