Contract manufacturer Vitaquest International (West Caldwell, NJ) has announced that it has joined the International Probiotics Association (IPA). A non-profit organization that works to promote the safe and efficacious use of probiotics throughout the world, IPA serves as a platform for Vitaquest to influence regulatory frameworks and drive innovation within the probiotics industry.

“We are proud to join the International Probiotics Association, where we can voice our opinions to a targeted national and global scientific community, as well as consumer associations. As new IPA members, we can influence and communicate existing regulations to better address industry challenges by leveraging insights and analysis related to legislative issues,” said Patrick Brueggman, president and chief executive officer of Vitaquest.

According to the company, Vitaquest’s probiotics services are supported by state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a distinguished track record for crafting top-tier products. As the largest, non-originator contract manufacturer of probiotic dietary supplements in the United States, Vitaquest produces more than 50 million retail units of finished probiotic products annually. Vitaquest also provides its customers with guidance and technical expertise to ensure their probiotic products meet or surpass the standards for cutting-edge supplements. As members of IPA, the company will share and hone that expertise.

“We can help drive innovation and facilitate the growth of the probiotic industry,” said Michael Anthonavage, vice president of innovation at Vitaquest, about joining IPA. “It gives us access to in-depth market data for best-in-class product and technology positioning to promote awareness and science to the consumer.”

“The International Probiotic Association is delighted to welcome Vitaquest International as a new member company. We are thrilled they have joined forces with us to help forge the IPA mission of advocating for safe and efficacious probiotics forward. Vitaquest’s dedication to advancing the science, research, and benefits of probiotics brings invaluable knowledge and experience to our community,” said IPA Executive Director George Paraskevakos. “Through the IPA platform, we strive to promote health and wellness, and Vitaquest will play a key role through innovative research and collaboration. Welcome to our community!”

For more information, visit https://vitaquest.com.