Applications

Fortification of staple foods with essential vitamins and micronutrients is an important measure to improve micronutrient deficiencies in developing and emerging countries, where malnutrition is considered a severe public health problem. BASF manufactures micronutrients for the fortification of staple foods, which meet exceptional requirements in stability and efficacy even under extreme climatic conditions.

Most foods and beverages can be fortified with the help of various ingredient formulations. As a partner of fortification programs globally, we are committed to advising food companies on the possibilities of fortifying foods, in addition to the product solutions we provide. We provide technical support irrespective of the setup.

Technically, most foods and beverages are fortifiable as many solutions for various foods thanks to formulation of ingredients exist. However, the reach into all income groups is provided by the fortification of affordable staple foods. These staple foods are locally part of everyone’s diet, so no behavioral changes are required to access improved nutrition. Hence, affordable foods that are widely used become accessible, and therefore aim to achieve adequate nutrition for all populations. As diverse the local needs and demands are as diverse are our offerings to our partners.

Advising food companies on the possibilities of fortifying their food and how to produce at scale is part of our commitment as partner of fortification programs.