Nexira

What Nexira does

Nexira is a French family-owned supplier of natural and plant-based ingredients for the global food, beverage, nutraceutical, pet food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries. Founded in 1895 in Rouen, France, the company is positioned as the world leader in acacia gum and has built a 130-year portfolio around three complementary divisions: prebiotic acacia fibers (Fibregum™, inavea™), botanical extracts (ViNitrox™, EnoSTIM™, BloomEase™, Nu4Life™, VinOgrape™ Plus, Cactinea™, Neopuntia™, Okralin™, Exocyan™, Oli-Ola™, Baobab, Acerola, Guarana), and texturizing hydrocolloids (naltive tara gum, naltive locust bean gum, Coatingum™).

The company's underlying technology is grounded in physical, gentle processing of raw botanicals — including acacia gum from African acacia trees, tara gum from Peru, locust bean gum from Mediterranean carob, cactus from Tunisia, and grape/apple polyphenols — combined with proprietary synergistic formulation know-how and clinical substantiation. Manufacturing is concentrated in France and a Swiss factory for locust bean and tara gum. Multiple proprietary formulations (Okralin™, Neopuntia™, BloomEase™, Carolean™, ViNitrox™) are protected by patents or are patent-pending and backed by human clinical studies demonstrating specific endpoints (e.g., 4x weight loss vs. diet alone for Okralin; 32% reduction in menstrual pain for BloomEase).

Nexira operates a B2B ingredient supply model, selling to manufacturers via dedicated sales teams, 10 wholly-owned subsidiaries, 8 manufacturing plants, and a network of 50 distributors and agents across 80+ countries on 5 continents. Pricing is quote-based and volume-negotiated, with no public rate disclosure. 91% of revenue is international, and the company is led by Mathieu Dondain under the family-owned 'Ambitions 2030' strategic plan focused on external growth, product innovation, and digital transformation. Nexira is not publicly traded, has no disclosed PE/VC ownership, and its revenue and ownership structure are private.

Name

Nexira

Legal name

NEXIRA

Website

https://nexira.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1895

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Nexira is a French family-owned B2B supplier founded in 1895 that produces natural and plant-based ingredients — primarily acacia fibers, botanical extracts, and hydrocolloid texturizers — for food, beverage, nutraceutical, pet food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics manufacturers across 80+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Natural Botanical Ingredients

NAICS

Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRADAOAO

Ingredient Blends & Systems / Custom Formulation (Seasoning Systems, Functional Blends)

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Manufacturing & Brands/CPG Ingredients, Flavorings & Additives Brands

SECONDARYAFAJADAL

Clean-Label/Natural Flavor Solutions (Natural WONF, Natural Identical where applicable)

Agriculture & Food Production/Food Ingredients & Additives/Flavors & Flavor Enhancers (Natural/Artificial Flavors, Umami Enhancers)

Keywords

• Botanical extracts
• Acacia gum ingredients
• Prebiotic dietary fibers
• Natural food ingredients
• Nutraceutical ingredients

Headquarters

HQ city

Rouen

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. B2B Ingredient Sales: Nexira generates revenue through direct B2B sales of natural ingredients and botanical extracts to food, beverage, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical manufacturers. The company operates globally with 91% of revenue from international markets, serving customers in over 80 countries through a network of subsidiaries, offices, and 50 distributors and agents.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Nexira manufactures and supplies natural plant-based ingredients—primarily acacia gum, botanical extracts, and prebiotic fibers—for the food, beverage, nutraceutical, dietary supplement, and pharmaceutical industries. The company processes raw botanical materials through proprietary physical methods into branded ingredient lines (such as inavea, Oli-Ola, Exocyan, cacaoshot, Cognivia, and THIONE) sold to B2B customers worldwide. Nexira also operates a smaller consumer brand, POW(D)ER, offering finished products derived from its industrial ingredients.

Product overview

Nexira is a global leader in natural ingredients and botanical extracts for the food, nutrition, and dietary supplements industries. Founded in 1895 and celebrating 130 years in 2025, the company operates through three complementary divisions: Fibregum™ and inavea™ for prebiotic acacia fibers; botanical extracts including ViNitrox™, EnoSTIM™, Baobab, Acerola, Guarana, and specialty extracts; and texturizers including naltive tara gum, naltive locust bean gum, and naltive guar gum. The portfolio spans prebiotic fibers, weight management ingredients (ID-alG™, Cactinea™, Neopuntia™, Okralin™), sports nutrition (ViNitrox™, Flexigo™), women's health (BloomEase™, Exocyan™, Oli-Ola™), longevity solutions (Nu4Life™, VinOgrape™ Plus), and functional ingredients including hydrocolloids and emulsifiers. Products are manufactured primarily in France and Switzerland with global distribution across more than 80 countries. The company offers organic, non-GMO verified, Fair For Life certified, and Kosher certified options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fibregum: All-natural prebiotic acacia fiber with high digestive tolerance and clean label positioning. Marking its 30th anniversary in 2026.
• inavea
• inavea PURE ACACIA
• inavea CINNAMON ACACIA
• BloomEase
• Nu4Life
• VinOgrape Plus
• Carolean
• POW(D)ER
• Coatingum
• naltive tara gum
• naltive locust bean gum
• Okralin
• Neopuntia
• Guarana
• HEPURE
• Flexigo
• Acerola
• Baobab
• ViNitrox
• Eficacia Advanced

Products and services

• Acacia gum (gum arabic) ingredients Industrial-grade acacia gum ingredients used as natural emulsifiers, stabilizers, and texturizers in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical formulations. Sold to B2B manufacturers globally; Nexira is recognized as a world leader in this category.
• inavea prebiotic acacia fibers Acacia-based prebiotic fiber ingredients designed for digestive health, sugar reduction, and clean-label fiber fortification in food, beverage, and nutraceutical products. Targeted at B2B brand manufacturers seeking differentiated prebiotic solutions.
• Oli-Ola olive extract Olive-based extract ingredient for the nutraceutical market, positioned for antioxidant and health-support applications. Sold to B2B dietary supplement manufacturers.
• Exocyan cranberry extract Cranberry-derived extract ingredient formulated for urinary tract health applications in dietary supplements. Sold to B2B nutraceutical manufacturers.
• cacaoshot cocoa extract Cocoa extract ingredient targeted at cognitive function and mental performance applications in dietary supplements and functional foods. Sold to B2B nutraceutical manufacturers.
• Cognivia sage extract Sage-based extract ingredient positioned for cognitive health and memory support applications. Sold to B2B dietary supplement manufacturers seeking clinically supported botanical ingredients.
• THIONE melon antioxidant Melon-derived antioxidant ingredient for use in dietary supplements and functional foods targeting oxidative stress and cellular health. Sold to B2B nutraceutical and food manufacturers.
• POW(D)ER consumer brand Direct-to-consumer brand of finished products (powders/supplements) developed from Nexira's industrial ingredient portfolio. Sells to individual consumers via the company's own e-commerce platform, an ancillary channel to its core B2B business.
• Botanical extracts (broader range) Broader portfolio of plant-based botanical extracts supplied to nutraceutical, food, and pharmaceutical manufacturers for use in functional and finished formulations.

Quantifiable outcome

• BloomEase™ reduces menstrual pain by 32% from first cycle, breast tenderness by 50%, and improves quality of life by 52% after 2 cycles
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tunisian Farmers (Cactus)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partnership with Tunisian farmers for sustainable cactus (Opuntia ficus indica) sourcing. Nexira maintains exclusive relationships with local growers in North Africa, ensuring premium quality through natural trust and mutual interest. The partnership includes technology transfer and continuous guaranteed support, with a state-of-the-art factory established locally.
• SOS Sahel International FrancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation with French NGO SOS Sahel International France for sustainable development of acacia forests, supporting environmental protection and local community development in Africa.
• 50 Distributors and Agents WorldwidecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal distribution network of 50 distributors and agents providing coverage across 80+ countries, working closely with Nexira's sales teams and subsidiaries to deliver immediate answers to customer requests.
• Peruvian Tara SuppliersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTara shrubs (Caesalpinia spinosa) grow exclusively in Peru. Pods are collected and threshed locally, with seeds processed into tara gum at Nexira's Swiss factory using purely physical methods.
• Mediterranean Carob Tree GrowersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocust bean gum sourced from carefully selected carob trees (Ceratonia siliqua L.) grown in the Mediterranean area, processed at Swiss factory for high-quality LBG production.
• 10 Subsidiaries WorldwidecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNexira operates with ten subsidiaries globally to provide local market support, regulatory expertise, and commercial engagement across key regions.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sabinsa: Specialized botanical extracts supplier serving nutraceutical and dietary supplement manufacturers with branded, clinically supported ingredients. Overlaps directly with Nexira's ViNitrox, EnoSTIM, Carolean, and broader botanical extracts portfolio targeting the same supplement brands.
• Alland & Robert: French family-owned specialist in acacia gum and natural gums with similar European roots and global distribution. Head-to-head competitor across Fibregum's core acacia fiber and gum arabic categories, with comparable B2B ingredient focus.

Broad incumbents

• Tate & Lyle: Major B2B ingredient company with deep fiber and prebiotic offerings (including FOS and resistant starch) targeted at the same F&B and nutraceutical customers. Competes for prebiotic and clean-label fiber slots that Nexira's acacia portfolio also serves.
• Ingredion: Global ingredient supplier offering fibers, sweeteners, and texturizers to F&B manufacturers. Overlaps with Nexira in specialty fibers and texturizers (tara/LBG-adjacent categories) but from a vastly broader ingredient portfolio spanning starches, sweeteners, and proteins.
• International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF): Global flavors, fragrances, and ingredients supplier with significant food ingredient and nutraceutical capabilities after the DuPont N&B integration. Competes across taste, texture, and functional health segments served by Nexira.
• DSM-Firmenich: Combined nutrition, health, and flavors powerhouse with extensive botanical, prebiotic, and nutraceutical portfolios. Competes for the same spec-in slots in functional foods, supplements, and dietary ingredients at multinational customers.
• Cargill: Diversified agricultural commodity and ingredients giant with significant presence in food ingredients, health/sweeteners, and specialty botanical sourcing. Competes with Nexira across broad food ingredient categories and increasingly in plant-based extracts.
• Kerry Group: Global taste and nutrition company serving identical F&B and nutraceutical customers with flavors, functional ingredients, and pre-mix systems. Overlaps with Nexira's flavor encapsulation, inavea fiber, and weight-management positioning.

Emerging players

• Gnosis by Lesaffre: Yeast-derived and specialty nutritional ingredient supplier (now under Lesaffre) with branded nutraceutical ingredients including nucleotides — directly competing with Nexira's Nu4Life yeast-nucleotide ingredient in the cellular longevity space.
• GLG Life Tech / AIDP: Specialty ingredient distributor and formulator focused on prebiotics, fibers, and botanical extracts for nutraceutical and functional food markets. Overlaps with Nexira's natural sweetener-replacement, fiber, and botanical extract ranges.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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