Vitaquest expands probiotics capacity with new manufacturing facility

Vitaquest International LLC has expanded its manufacturing infrastructure with the opening of a new Probiotics Manufacturing Suite in Parsippany, New Jersey, reflecting continued investment in capacity and technical capability as demand for probiotic supplements increases.¹

Responding to growing demand in probiotics

The new suite is designed to address both near-term customer needs and longer-term market growth. As explained in the January 2, 2026, press release from Vitaquest, the new facility doubles its probiotics manufacturing capacity and enables greater formulation flexibility, including the ability to work with additional probiotic strains and new product concepts. Vitaquest added that the expanded infrastructure also allows the exploration of personalized wellness solutions.

“As customer interest in probiotics continues to accelerate, we are investing heavily to stay ahead of what’s next,” stated Patrick Brueggman, president and CEO of Vitaquest. “This new Probiotics Suite reflects our commitment to building best-in-class capabilities that help our partners grow with confidence.”

New manufacturing capabilities expand capacity and standards

The suite includes two dedicated blending rooms and four encapsulation rooms, supporting increased throughput while maintaining environmental controls critical to probiotic stability.

Vitaquest also noted that the facility is built to exceed current global quality standards, positioning brands to navigate evolving regulatory expectations.

The Probiotics Suite is complemented by Vitaquest’s granulation and drying facility, acquired in 2023, which provides upstream support for complex formulations. This facility allows for controlled pre-treatment of raw materials prior to probiotic incorporation, including moisture reduction, flow improvement, and particle size standardization. The aim of conditioning ingredients before exposure to live cultures, Vitaquest explains, is to protect probiotic variability while also enabling the inclusion of a broader range of functional ingredients within a single manufacturing partner and quality system.

“The Probiotics Suite reinforces our position as a leader in probiotics and demonstrates our commitment to continually investing in our facilities and people,” explains Tom Halligan, chief manufacturing officer. “Vitaquest continues to set the standard for excellence in probiotic supplement manufacturing to help brands bring science-driven products to market with confidence.”

In May 2024, the company had also announced the opening of its new powder engineering facility in Paterson, NJ, enabling the use of fluidized bed technology to granulate, agglomerate, and microencapsulate powder ingredients for its customers.²

Probiotics market growth

Probiotics continue to rank among the fastest-growing segments of the dietary supplement industry, Vitaquest states, noting the growth in interest for functional food and beverages as well as new awareness of potential health benefits. Consumer interest has expanded beyond digestive health to include immune, cognitive, and overall wellness applications. Vitaquest cites Nextin Research’s Supplement Trends stating that nearly one-third of supplement users reported taking a probiotic in the past 12 months.³

“Brands that want to tap into the massive probiotics opportunity need an experienced manufacturer that understands the technicalities of working with living organisms,” stated Terry Coyle, chief innovation officer. “Vitaquest has the experience and now the enhanced facility to ensure precise handling, formulation, and environmental control throughout every stage of manufacturing to maintain product stability, ensure potency, and deliver supplements that meet regulatory and consumer quality expectations.”

Brands interested in touring the Probiotics Manufacturing Suite can contact Vitaquest directly or visit Vitaquest.com for additional information.

A focus on probiotic guidelines

In August 2024, Vitaquest announced it had joined the joined the International Probiotics Association (IPA), a nonprofit organization supporting the creation of science-based guidelines for probiotic use.⁴ The new membership provided an opportunity to help shape regulations and provide research and collaboration, the press release explained.

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References

1. Vitaquest. Vitaquest International LLC Opens World-Class Probiotics Suite. February 2, 2026 (Accessed 2026-02-03).
2. Krawiec, S. Vitaquest International’s powder engineering facility is now fully operational after six month renovation. May 17, 2024. https://www.nutritionaloutlook.com/view/vitaquest-international-s-powder-engineering-facility-is-now-fully-operational-after-six-month-renovation (Accessed 2026-02-03).
3. Nextin. Supplement Trends: Insights Report, Charts, & Data Package. https://www.nextinresearch.com/store/supplement-trends (Accessed 2026-02-03).
4. McEvoy, E. Vitaquest joins International Probiotics Association to support probiotic use guideline. August 7, 2024. https://www.nutritionaloutlook.com/view/vitaquest-joins-international-probiotics-association-to-support-probiotic-use-guidelines (Accessed 2026-02-03).