What Inkospor does

Inkospor is a German sports nutrition and dietary supplement brand operated by NUTRICHEM DIÄT + PHARMA GMBH, headquartered in Roth, Germany, with continuous operations in protein product development since 1982. The company develops and produces its own range of protein powders, ready-to-drink beverages, protein bars, amino-acid supplements (BCAAs, creatine, L-carnitine, glutamine), energy products, and functional foods, anchored by core SKUs such as PRO 80® (80% protein, 4-component blend of milk protein, whey protein, and egg white protein) and WHEY PROTEIN. Its portfolio is structured across multiple sub-brands: inkospor core (performance), myLine (lifestyle/weight management), Oatsnack (snack bars), and NOCCO BCAA (distributed). Proprietary elements include the Chemical Score Calculator, an amino-acid-based protein quality transparency tool, and ingredient partnerships with quality suppliers such as Carnipure (L-Carnitine) and Creapure (creatine monohydrate).

The business operates a hybrid go-to-market model. Direct-to-consumer sales flow through the inkospor.com e-commerce storefront with standard unit pricing (PRO 80 500g at EUR 16.59-17.66, Whey Protein 600g at EUR 19.80-21.35, Crispy 24-pack at EUR 24.40-25.42, free shipping above EUR 375 net). A parallel B2B channel runs through partner.inkospor.com, a dedicated portal for fitness studios and resellers requiring VAT ID registration, serving Germany, Austria, France, and Luxembourg. Products are additionally recommended and sold at gym counters by certified professionals across thousands of German fitness studios. Customer segments span fitness enthusiasts, amateur and professional athletes, active adults 50+, vegan/vegetarian consumers, and fitness studios as resellers. Marketing combines owned channels (website, email newsletter nutrition coach), organic social (Facebook, Instagram), and partner referral.

Inkospor is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, acquisitions, parent company, or executive changes on record. Authorized representatives are Angelika Müller and Jonas Eichkorn. The company holds a registered inkospor® trademark and is registered with the Nuremberg commercial court (HRB 6908).

Name

Inkospor

Legal name

NUTRICHEM DIÄT + PHARMA GMBH

Website

https://inkospor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Inkospor is a German sports nutrition brand, in operation since 1982 under NUTRICHEM DIÄT + PHARMA GMBH, selling protein powders, supplements, RTD drinks, and protein bars via its own e-commerce site and a B2B partner portal serving fitness studios in Germany, Austria, France, and Luxembourg.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Nutrition

NAICS

Food Manufacturing (311)

SIC

Miscellaneous Food Preparations & Kindred Products (2090)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports Nutrition (Protein, Creatine, Pre-Workout/Intra-Workout) (CRADAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports & Isotonic Drink Production (AFAFAFAB), Sports & Performance Nutrition Foods Manufacturing (Protein Foods, Energy Gels/Bars) (AFAKAJAE)

Keywords

• Sports nutrition
• Protein supplements
• Dietary supplements
• Fitness nutrition
• Protein powders

Headquarters

HQ city

Roth

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. B2C Product Sales: Direct consumer sales through e-commerce platform inkospor.com. Products include proteins, amino acids, energy drinks, ready-to-drink beverages, bars, and supplements. Consumers purchase online with delivery to home address.
2. B2B Partner Sales: Sales to fitness studios and retailers through partner portal partner.inkospor.com. Studios purchase products for resale or recommendation at gym counters. VAT ID required for registration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Inkospor produces and sells sports nutrition and dietary supplements including protein powders (up to 80% protein content), ready-to-drink protein shakes, protein bars, amino acid supplements (BCAA, creatine, glutamine, L-carnitine), energy products (gels, drinks, weight gainers), and functional foods. Products are developed and manufactured in Germany using proprietary formulations such as the 4-component protein blend, sold direct-to-consumer via inkospor.com and through a B2B partner program serving fitness studios and retailers.

Product overview

Inkospor is a German sports nutrition company operated by NUTRICHEM DIÄT + PHARMA GMBH, founded in 1982, offering a comprehensive portfolio of protein powders, supplements, ready-to-drink beverages, and protein bars. The core product lines include PRO 80® (80% protein powder), WHEY PROTEIN (whey protein concentrate/isolate), and the myLine sub-brand (proteins, supplements, and functional foods). The company also distributes NOCCO BCAA drinks and Oatsnack snack bars. Product portfolio spans protein supplements (powders, bars, RTD shakes), amino acids (BCAA, creatine, glutamine, carnitine), energy products (gels, drinks, weight gainers), hydration solutions, and functional foods (muesli, pancakes). They maintain B2C e-commerce operations alongside a B2B partner portal (partner.inkospor.com) serving fitness studios and retailers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• myLine: Product line including protein powders, drinks, muesli, collagen, and L-carnitine supplements.
• Oatsnack
• NOCCO

Products and services

• PRO 80® Protein Powder High-protein powder with 80% protein content, fortified with vitamins and minerals. Uses a proprietary 4-component protein blend (milk protein, whey protein, egg white protein) for a complete amino acid profile. Available in multiple flavors.
• WHEY PROTEIN Whey protein powder made from whey protein concentrate and isolate with 80% protein content, high BCAA levels, fat-free, enriched with vitamins.
• myLine Eiweiß Protein powder (80%) with vitamins, minerals, and L-Carnitin (Carnipure quality) for shakes, desserts, and baking, featuring the 4-component protein blend.
• myLine Eiweiß Nachtprotein (Night Protein) Night protein powder with 78% whey protein isolate, magnesium citrate, calcium citrate, glycine, taurine, L-tryptophan, lemon balm extract, hop extract, and melatonin formulated to support sleep and overnight recovery.
• CLEAR ISO WHEY Clear protein drink made with 100% whey protein isolate, providing 24g protein per serving. Fat-free, sugar-free, light and refreshing.
• BCAA Capsules Vegan capsules with L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, and L-Valine in a 2:1:1 ratio, providing 4000mg BCAA per serving.
• Creatine Capsules (Creapure) Creatine monohydrate capsules (86.9% Creapure) for muscle strength and power support.
• FLASH Pre-Workout Booster All-in-one pump matrix pre-workout booster with L-Arginin, Beta-Alanin (CarnoSyn), BCAA, L-Citrullin, Taurin, L-Histidine and Ginseng. Caffeine-free.
• L-Carnitine 2000 Shot Liquid dietary supplement with 2000mg L-Carnitin per shot using Carnipure quality, free of artificial colors and flavors.
• POWER DRINK (Isotonic Carbohydrate Powder) Isotonic carbohydrate drink powder with carbohydrate complex and 4 vitamins, 3 minerals. pH-neutral formula designed for use during and after training.
• ENERGY GEL High-carbohydrate energy gel combining maltodextrin and fructose, with guarana extract providing 16mg caffeine per serving. Fat-free and protein-free.
• WEIGHT GAINER Carbohydrate-protein powder with MCT oil (7%) and L-Carnitin (0.1%), containing 70% carbohydrates, 15% protein, enriched with 9 vitamins, calcium and magnesium.
• Crispy Protein Bar Crunchy protein bar with white chocolate coating, 20% protein content and freeze-dried strawberries.
• PROTEIN GIANT Bar Protein bar with 60% protein content, zero sugar, made with milk protein and gelatin hydrolysate.
• Vegan Protein Bar Vegan protein bar with roasted cocoa nibs, vitamins, L-Carnitin and calcium, 22% protein using a blend of soy, rice, and pea protein.
• Protein Shake (Ready-to-Drink) Ready-to-drink protein shake with skimmed milk providing 10g protein per bottle. Low-fat, high-protein formula.
• L-Carnitine Water Natural mineral water with 2000mg L-Carnitin per bottle, calorie-free, sugar-free, vegan.
• NOCCO BCAA Drinks Carbonated sugar-free drinks with 105mg caffeine, 2500mg BCAA in 8:1:1 ratio, plus vitamins. Distributed as part of the NOCCO sub-brand portfolio.
• Oatsnack Bars Oat-based snack bars with 42% oats, made with cocoa-containing fat glaze and inverted liquid sugar, available in multiple flavors including Brazil nut.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80% protein content in PRO 80 products
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• German Fitness StudioscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThousands of German fitness studios serve as B2B partners, recommending and selling inkospor products at gym counters. Described as one of the most sought-after partners for German studios, with products recommended by certified professionals.

Scale indicators4 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• MyProtein: UK-based global sports nutrition powerhouse owned by THG, offering a comprehensive protein, supplement, and active nutrition portfolio. A broad incumbent that competes with Inkospor across the same categories but at much greater scale.
• Optimum Nutrition: Globally recognized sports nutrition brand owned by Glanbia, known for Gold Standard Whey. Competes with Inkospor in protein powders and supplements across Europe, including Germany.
• Weider: Established German-founded sports nutrition brand with a wide range of protein and supplement products sold across European retail and fitness channels. A long-standing incumbent that competes head-to-head with Inkospor.

Direct peers

• Applied Nutrition: UK-based sports nutrition brand with protein powders, bars, and supplements distributed across European fitness and retail channels. Comparable product portfolio and emerging European expansion.
• Scitec Nutrition: Hungarian-headquartered sports nutrition brand selling protein powders, amino acids, bars, and supplements across European fitness channels. Direct peer due to overlapping product portfolio and gym-focused distribution.
• Peak: German sports nutrition manufacturer with comparable protein, supplement, and functional food portfolio. Direct competitor in the German fitness studio and pharmacy channels.
• Multipower: European sports nutrition brand offering protein bars, shakes, and supplements with a strong gym and retail footprint. Comparable to Inkospor in product format and channel mix.
• Body Attack: German sports nutrition retailer and brand offering protein, supplements, and bars to fitness consumers. Comparable channel (DTC + retail) and product overlap with Inkospor in the German market.
• ESN (German Bodytec): Direct German-headquartered sports nutrition competitor producing protein powders, bars, and supplements with a strong fitness studio channel. Closely comparable to Inkospor in target customer, product range, and German market focus.

Emerging players

• foodspring: Berlin-based DTC sports nutrition and functional food brand owned by Mars. Overlaps with Inkospor on protein powders, bars, and supplements, with a sharper digital-first, premium-positioning strategy targeting similar consumers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/inkosporDE
• Instagraminstagram.com/inkospor_deutschland

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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

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