Fi Europe 2026: SternVitamin Translates Consumer Trends into Innovative Product Concepts

At Fi Europe 2026 in Frankfurt, SternVitamin, a global supplier of micronutrient premixes, showcases how current consumer needs and nutritional trends can be translated into concrete product concepts by applying micronutrient know-how. Together with other companies of the Stern-Wywiol Gruppe, SternVitamin presents four micronutrient solutions that address various consumer topics – from changing dietary habits to well-being, and practical nutrition to longevity. The combined expertise of all sister companies brings out individual product concepts that integrate nutritional design, usage, and taste.

From November 17-19, 2026, SternVitamin will exhibit at the Stern-Wywiol Gruppe trade show booth 31 K 56 in Frankfurt, Germany. As part of the group’s Food Ingredients Division, SternVitamin will be presenting its expertise alongside the seven sister companies Mühlenchemie, Hydrosol, SternEnzym, DeutscheBack, Planteneers, OlbrichtArom and Sternchemie.

Compact Nutrition for Evolving Dietary Patterns and Well-being in Everyday Life

In response to evolving eating habits, SternVitamin, Planteneers, and Hydrosol have developed a fermented plant-enriched drink with high protein content and fruity flavour. The drink provides a convenient combination of protein and key micronutrients to support muscle function, energy metabolism, and everyday performance. It contains vitamin D, B₆, B₁₂, calcium, magnesium, and zinc, which support important bodily functions such as normal energy metabolism and red blood cell formation.

Another plant-enriched drink has been designed to inspire "everyday moments of well-being." The drink is lactose-free and contains calcium, magnesium, and vitamins B₁, B₆, and B₁₂, which support different mental functions. Magnesium contributes to normal nervous system function. The B vitamins support psychological well-being, making this formulation particularly suited to an everyday wellness concept. The almond cinnamon flavor created by OlbrichtArom provides a warm, comforting taste, while the stabilization systems of Hydrosol and Planteneers ensure high product quality and texture.

Combining Individual Expertise to Address a Broad Range of Consumer Needs

Another prime example of a practical nutrition format that successfully combines individual expertise to meet customer needs is an enriched double-chocolate brownie-flavoured protein bar. Created by SternVitamin, Herza, and SternLife, among others, it contains a premix that provides B vitamins and other nutrients for long-lasting performance and immune health. This protein bar not only picks up the food trend for healthy snacking, but also showcases the broad range of applications for micronutrients that SternVitamin is able to address.

Longevity is a steadily growing trend, addressed by the SternVita Longevity Premix – a science-based premix designed to support longevity and healthy aging. It combines vitamins, minerals, and functional ingredients focusing on three crucial areas: cell integrity and metabolism, physical resilience and defenses, and mental performance and well-being. This instant dietary supplement is designed for daily use and features a grapefruit-yuzu flavor created by OlbrichtArom.

“At SternVitamin, our expertise lies in developing tailored micronutrient premixes that meet the specific nutritional and technical requirements of our customers. As part of the Stern-Wywiol Gruppe, we can complement this specialist know-how with the expertise of our sister companies in areas such as flavours, stabilizing and texturizing systems and lipid technology. This close cooperation broadens our capabilities and enables us to provide more comprehensive solutions – bringing together different areas of expertise to create innovative products that meet our customers’ needs“, says Sabine Hildebrandt, Global Head of R&D at SternVitamin.


About SternVitamin:

SternVitamin GmbH & Co. KG in Ahrensburg near Hamburg, Germany, offers full service in the field of micronutrient premixes. Depending on customer requirements, the company develops individual vitamin and mineral blends that can contain other functional ingredients such as amino acids and plant extracts. These micronutrient blends are suitable for enriching foods, beverages, and dietary supplements. As a subsidiary of the independent, owner-managed Stern-Wywiol Gruppe, SternVitamin has access to the entire know-how and modern application technology of the sister companies at all times. With nine international production sites, the Stern-Wywiol Gruppe has a global presence and can meet customer requirements worldwide.