Vitafoods Europe 2026: SGS to showcase regulatory solutions

As the nutraceutical industry prepares for one of its most significant annual gatherings, SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company, has announced its participation in Vitafoods Europe 2026.

Taking place in Barcelona, Spain, from May 5–7, the event will serve as a launchpad for SGS to demonstrate its full suite of specialised services designed for the functional food and dietary supplement sectors.

With over 30,000 attendees and 1,600 exhibitors expected, Vitafoods Europe remains the premier global platform for the nutraceutical supply chain. SGS aims to address the industry’s most pressing challenges — ranging from increasingly stringent global regulations to the rising consumer demand for transparency and product efficacy.

SGS will host an interdisciplinary team of experts at stand 5G81, including toxicologists, microbiologists, and regulatory specialists. This team will offer technical insights and customised solutions intended to streamline product development and facilitate smoother access to international markets.

The company’s showcase will highlight a broad spectrum of technical solutions, including:

• Ingredient testing & residue detection: ensuring the purity and safety of raw materials through rigorous contamination analysis.
• Sensory and galenic evaluation: assessing the physical forms and sensory attributes of supplements to ensure consumer appeal.
• Microbiological analysis: protecting product integrity through advanced testing protocols.
• Environmental monitoring: helping manufacturers maintain high-standard production environments.

A key highlight of the SGS exhibit will be the Nutrasource certification programmes. These trusted third-party certifications are designed to help brands stand out on the shelf by providing verified claims regarding quality, safety, and label accuracy — factors that are increasingly influencing purchasing decisions in the health and wellness space.

Anna Theil-Gangl, global head of food business development at SGS, emphasised the critical timing of these solutions.

“Nutraceutical companies are operating in an environment shaped by rapid innovation, stricter regulatory demands, and rising consumer expectations,” said Theil-Gangl. “Vitafoods Europe offers an exceptional opportunity for businesses to explore how SGS’s integrated testing, certification, and regulatory expertise can help them bring safe, high-quality, and compliant products to global markets with confidence.”

As the industry moves toward more sophisticated delivery systems and personalised nutrition, the need for robust scientific validation has never been higher. SGS encourages stakeholders and brand owners to register for the event and book one-on-one meetings with their expert team to discuss tailored compliance and growth strategies.