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An essential micronutrient for well-being

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Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is an essential micronutrient naturally contained in eggs, meat and dairy products. Plant-derived foods such as nuts, vegetables and grains contribute small quantities to vitamin B2 intake.
In the human body, vitamin B2 is a co-factor of enzymes that enable redox-reactions in metabolism. Vitamin B2 is thus required for conversion of food into energy, growth and development. 

Vitamin B2 is water-soluble and major losses occur during milling of grains, polishing of rice, storage in light and cooking. Therefore, fortification of staple foods with vitamin B2 is practiced in several countries.

Population groups at risk of inadequate vitamin B2 intake are, for example, people who consume little or no dairy products or meat, vegans and vegetarian/vegan athletes.

The global vitamin B2 (riboflavin) market is expected to experience strong growth, primarily fueled by rising demand across a broad range of applications in human nutrition. This growth is largely driven by the increasing focus on dietary supplements and fortified food products.

The global health and wellness movement plays a central role in this trend, with more than 70% of consumers in developed countries now taking dietary supplements daily – many of which include riboflavin. In addition to supplements, vitamin B2 is seeing expanding use in the bakery and dairy sectors, as well as in functional beverages, where it supports both nutritional enhancement and, as a colorant, consumer appeal.


Sources: Food Fortification Initiative, Country Profiles, 2026; Liu K et al., 2019; Suri DJ et al., 2016; NIH Fact Sheets for Health Professionals and Consumers, Riboflavin (May 2026); IOM, Food and Nutrition Board: Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 1998.

Sources: 1 new message (Feb 2026); Riboflavin Vitamin B2 Market Size Share Growth CAGR 6.3% | 2035 (Feb 2026)

What makes BASF’s vitamin B2 an excellent choice for your products and applications?

  • Reliability
    • Strong production setup in Korea based on biotechnology
    • BASF´s vitamin B2 is produced in a unique fermentation process with the fungus Ashbya gossypii
  • Quality
    • High-quality vitamin B2 powders 
    • Food and pharma certifications
    • Certificate of Suitability (CEP) documentation available for pharmaceutical applications
    • Fulfilling high purity criteria and monography compliance (Ph. Eur., USP, JP, FCC, E 101, JECFA)
  • Performance
    • Consistent performance in relevant applications
    • Suitable for functional nutrition, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical products
    • Retest period 48 months
  • Sustainability
    • Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certification (selected products, as applicable)
    • Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) according to industry standard

BASF´s vitamin B2 is certified for both food and pharmaceutical applications. It offers broad applicability, and a four-year retest period. Backed by comprehensive documentation, it’s a trusted choice for high-quality, reliable formulations.

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BASF’s vitamin B2 is suitable for functional nutrition, dietary supplements and pharmaceutical applications

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Riboflavin Fine Powder (FP)
  • For use in food-grade and pharmaceutical applications
  • Smaller particle size provides brighter color
  • Preferred choice for coloration of food and beverages
  • Kosher, halal, vegetarian1, allergen-free2, gluten-free3

    1 Suitable for a vegetarian diet; no animal products are added.
    2 No labelling requirements with regard to allergens according EU Regulation (EC) No 1169/2011 (as amended) and the US Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA)
    3 No ingredients used containing gluten. However, products are not explicitly tested for gluten.
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Riboflavin High Flow 100 (HF)
  • For use in food-grade and pharmaceutical applications
  • Larger particle size provides free-flowing granularity
  • Preferred choice for dietary supplements and pharma applications, but also suited for beverages
  • Kosher, halal, vegetarian1, allergen-free2, gluten-free3

    1Suitable for a vegetarian diet; no animal products are added.
    2 No labelling requirements with regard to allergens according EU Regulation (EC) No 1169/2011 (as amended) and the US Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA)
    3 No ingredients used containing gluten. However, products are not explicitly tested for gluten.
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