Laboratoire NUTERGIA is a leading French manufacturer specializing in micronutrition and dietary supplements. Founded in 1989 by Claude Lagarde, a biological pharmacist, the company is recognized as a pioneer in the field and is the third-largest dietary supplement laboratory in France.
Core Concept:
Active Cellular Nutrition (ACN)®
The foundation of Nutergia's product philosophy is its patented Active Cellular Nutrition (NCA)® technology. This concept focuses on:
Cellular Health:
Providing cells with highly active nutrients through trace elements to enhance absorption and use.
Detoxification:
Restructuring and detoxifying cells to restore biological balance.
Synergy:
Formulating products where active ingredients work together with co-factors (vitamins, trace elements) to achieve superior effectiveness compared to single substances.
Product Portfolio
Nutergia offers over 80 products addressing a wide range of health concerns:
Key Ranges:
Includes vitamins, minerals, probiotics (such as lactic ferments), and plant-based nutrients.
Specific Health Targets:
Vitality, immune support, digestive health (e.g., Ergyphilus plus probiotics), joint health (e.g., Ergycartil Flex), and sleep.
ERGYSport®:
A specialized sports range launched in 2006, certified as anti-doping compliant by SPORT Protect.
IoMET® Program:
A computer-based bionutritional profile analysis tool designed to identify and correct nutritional imbalances.
Operations and Manufacturing
The company manages the entire product lifecycle "from A to Z" at its facilities in the Aveyron region of France.
Traceability:
Full control over R&D, raw material selection, manufacturing, quality control, and distribution.
Certifications:
It was the first micronutrition laboratory to obtain ISO 9001 quality certification in 2005.
Manufacturing Standards:
Follows HACCP hazard control approaches and rigorous cleaning procedures to eliminate cross-contamination from allergens like gluten, lactose, and soya.
Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility
Nutergia integrates environmental sustainability into its core operations:
Eco-Construction:
Its production and distribution site features green roofs, photovoltaic panels, geothermal energy, and natural insulators, resulting in significant CO2 reductions.
Philanthropy:
The company is a member of One Percent for the Planet, donating 1% of the revenue from its PHYTOMINERALS range to environmental associations.
Business and Global Presence
Headquarters:
Capdenac-Gare, Occitanie, France.
International Reach:
Products are distributed globally, including in Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Italy, and French overseas territories like Tahiti and Réunion Island.
Employees:
Approximately 50 to 200 employees.
Financials:
Estimated annual revenue ranges from approximately $5.8 million to $13.1 million depending on the regional entity reported.