As the global nutraceuticals market edges towards an estimated USD 1 trillion valuation by 2032, sustainability is becoming just as crucial as efficacy. In response to rising environmental demands and health-conscious consumer expectations, SÜDPACK Medica is making waves at this year’s Vitafoods Europe trade show in Barcelona (May 20–22) with the debut of NutriGuard® – a recyclable, polypropylene-based blister solution tailored specifically for dietary supplements.
Currently dominated by non-recyclable PVC/PVdC/aluminum blister packs, the nutraceutical sector is under increasing pressure from the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) to adopt greener alternatives. Enter NutriGuard® – a mono-material solution that not only meets regulatory recyclability standards but also maintains the high-performance packaging traits required for sensitive supplements like vitamins, minerals, probiotics, proteins, and natural additives.
Designed for Sustainability, Engineered for Performance
Unlike conventional blister packaging, NutriGuard® stands out for both its eco-credentials and its functional excellence. Built primarily from polypropylene (PP), it integrates seamlessly into existing recycling systems and aligns with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) incentives, which reduce fees for recyclable materials. For nutraceutical manufacturers, this translates to both environmental responsibility and financial advantage.
“Now is the right time to switch to a sustainable packaging solution,” says Jürgen Bodenmüller, Business Development Director at SÜDPACK Medica. “Nutraceuticals are essentially foods with health benefits, and our experience in food, pharma, and medical-grade packaging gives us a distinct edge in delivering solutions that tick all the regulatory boxes without compromising quality.”
NutriGuard®: Innovation in Every Layer
What makes NutriGuard® particularly compelling is its high transparency, offering a clear view of the enclosed tablets or capsules – a key selling point for today’s visual-first consumers. But it’s not just about looks. Thanks to SÜDPACK’s in-house compounding expertise, NutriGuard® is adaptable across formats, with lidding films that provide customized push-through performance for everything from soft gels to hard tablets.
Each blister is engineered so that the barrier remains intact, only rupturing at the exact point of removal – a technical challenge SÜDPACK solved through fine-tuned polymer science. The materials also offer superior moisture protection, with optional enhancements for probiotic stability.
Further bolstering its sustainable edge, NutriGuard® can be printed with recyclable, food-safe inks – with no surface treatment needed. Add in low-temperature processing, a wide thermoforming window, and efficient sealing, and you get a blister pack that excels in both sustainability and production efficiency.
Meeting Market Demand with Circularity
With a booming global market – where 75% of Germans and significant portions of populations in the U.S., China, India, and the UAE rely on dietary supplements – the need for scalable, recyclable packaging is urgent. SÜDPACK, already known for PharmaGuard®, its award-winning blister for pharmaceuticals, is positioning NutriGuard® as its next industry-disrupting solution.
As sustainability shifts from trend to necessity, NutriGuard® offers a ready-now answer for nutraceutical brands looking to future-proof their packaging while maintaining consumer trust and product integrity.
See It First at Vitafoods, Booth 4A16
SÜDPACK invites industry professionals to explore NutriGuard® firsthand at Booth 4A16 during Vitafoods Europe. Attendees can expect in-depth consultations, technical insights, and a first look at how next-generation blister packaging is setting new standards for sustainability in health and wellness.