Bio-Strath
Bio-Strath AG is a Swiss family-owned nutritional supplement manufacturer founded in 1961, producing tablets and liquids based on a proprietary fermented herbal yeast process and selling through specialist retail, e-commerce, and distribution partners in over 50 countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1961
- HeadquartersZürich, Switzerland
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Bio-Strath does
Bio-Strath AG is a Swiss family-owned nutritional supplement manufacturer founded in 1961 and headquartered in Z\u00fcrich, with production in Herrliberg under GMP guidelines. Its entire product range is built on a proprietary fermented herbal yeast (Strath Kr\u00e4uterhefe), produced through a two-step process of yeast fermentation with selected herbal extracts followed by plasmolysis that opens yeast cells without heat or chemicals to release bioavailable nutrients. The portfolio spans Strath Original (tablets and liquid, plus a Vitamin D variant), Strath Immun, Strath Iron, Strath Vitality, the authorised-medicinal-product Strath Convalescence drops, and the recently launched Strath Kids Raspberry + Vitamin D, with a parallel Anima-Strath sub-brand for animal health.
The company generates revenue through unit-priced one-time sales (CHF 22.50-49.90 per pack) across three primary channels: direct-to-consumer e-commerce via bio-strath.com (Datatrans payments, Swiss Post fulfilment); specialist offline retail (pharmacies, drugstores, health food stores); and a network of regional distribution partners in 50+ countries across five continents, supplemented by Amazon storefronts in selected markets. Over 70% of production is exported, with named partners including A.Vogel Australia, NOW Health Group Canada, Natur-Drogeriet Denmark, A.Vogel France, Lizofarm Italy, Nihon B.F. Japan, Nature's Answer USA, and Cantabria Labs Spain. Athlete sponsorships (flagship: Pat Burgener since 2022) and content marketing via the company blog, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and MailChimp newsletter support brand awareness.
In January 2024 Bio-Strath AG became a subsidiary of ebi-pharm ag, while the founding Pestalozzi family retained board and operational involvement. The company employs approximately 25 people and serves horizontal consumer segments including general wellness users, athletes, seniors, women, children, and convalescence/recovery patients across Swiss-German, Swiss-French, Swiss-Italian, and English-speaking markets.
Bio-Strath firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Bio-Strath
- Legal name
- Bio-Strath AG
- Website
- https://bio-strath.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1961
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Bio-Strath AG is a Swiss family-owned nutritional supplement manufacturer founded in 1961, producing tablets and liquids based on a proprietary fermented herbal yeast process and selling through specialist retail, e-commerce, and distribution partners in over 50 countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Bio-Strath industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Nutritional Supplements
- NAICS
- Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411), Food Manufacturing (311)
- SIC
- Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Beauty-From-Within (Collagen, Biotin, Skin/Hair/Nails) (CRADAGAH)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Vitamins & Minerals (Single Nutrients) (CRADAGAB)
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Where Bio-Strath is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Zürich
- HQ country
- Switzerland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Bio-Strath business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Nutritional Supplement Sales (B2C & B2B): Bio-Strath generates revenue primarily through the sale of nutritional supplements based on fermented herbal yeast. Products are sold directly to consumers via the company's e-commerce store and through B2B channels including pharmacies, drugstores, and health food stores globally. The company exports over 70% of its products abroad.
- International Distribution Partnerships: Strath products are distributed in over 50 countries through regional distribution and sales partners. Partners include A.Vogel (Australia), Drapal (Austria), NOW Health Group Canada / Puresource (Canada), Natur-Drogeriet (Denmark), A.Vogel France (France), Lizofarm (Italy), Nihon B.F. & Co. (Japan), Nature's Answer (USA), and many others.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Immun — 100 tablets |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Immun — 200 tablets |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Iron — 30 tablets |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Original tablets — 200 tablets |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Original liquid — 250ml |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Original liquid — 500ml |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Original with Vitamin D — 250ml |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Original with Vitamin D — 500ml |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Convalescence drops — 100ml |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Kids Raspberry + Vitamin D |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Strath Vitality — 60 tablets |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels6 records
Bio-Strath product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Bio-Strath manufactures and distributes natural nutritional supplements based on a proprietary fermented herbal yeast (Strath). The portfolio includes Strath Original tablets and liquid (with and without Vitamin D), Strath Immun, Strath Iron, Strath Vitality, Strath Convalescence drops (an authorized medicinal product), Strath Kids Raspberry + Vitamin D, and the Anima-Strath animal supplement line. Products are manufactured in Switzerland under GMP guidelines and sold globally through retail, pharmacy, and e-commerce channels.
Product overview
Bio-Strath is a Swiss family-owned company that manufactures nutritional supplements based on fermented herbal yeast. The core product line consists of Strath Original in both tablet and liquid forms, with specialized variants including Strath Original + Vitamin D. Additional products include Strath Immun (immune support), Strath Iron (iron supplementation), Strath Vitality (energy support), Strath Convalescence drops (a licensed medicinal product for recovery), and Strath Kids Raspberry + Vitamin D (children's formula with vitamin D). The products are designed for different life stages and needs including athletes, seniors, women, children, and general wellness. The company also offers Anima-Strath, a sub-brand for animal health products. All Strath products share a common base of fermented herbal yeast with gentle manufacturing processes using natural ingredients without artificial additives, manufactured in Herrliberg, Switzerland since 1961.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Strath Original tablets Tablets based on Bio-Strath\u2019s proprietary fermented herbal yeast (Strath), providing a balanced blend of natural nutrients from yeast and herbs. Designed for general wellness, daily nutritional support, and as the foundational product in the Strath range for adults.
- Strath Original liquid Liquid formulation of fermented herbal yeast (Strath), offered as an alternative to tablets. Can be consumed directly with a spoon or mixed with fruit juices, milk, yoghurt, or breakfast muesli for adults seeking natural daily nutritional support.
- Strath Original with Vitamin D (liquid) Liquid Strath Original combined with added Vitamin D, targeting adults who want both fermented herbal yeast nutrients and vitamin D supplementation (such as for immune support) in a single product.
- Strath Immun Nutritional supplement tablets built on the Strath fermented herbal yeast base, designed to support normal immune system function. Available in 100-tablet and 200-tablet pack sizes for adults seeking immune-support nutrition.
- Strath Iron Iron supplement tablets formulated with the Strath herbal yeast base, targeting individuals with iron deficiency who need iron supplementation with good digestive tolerability. Pack size: 30 tablets.
- Strath Vitality Strath supplement tablets designed to support energy and vitality, containing fermented herbal yeast with targeted nutrients. Available in 100-tablet and 200-tablet pack sizes for adults seeking daily vitality support.
- Strath Convalescence drops Authorized medicinal product formulated as a filtrate of Strath herbal yeast, intended for convalescence and post-illness recovery. A neutral-tasting liquid diluted in water or cold tea; available in 100 ml packs via pharmacies, drugstores, and the online pharmacy Puravita.
- Strath Kids Raspberry + Vitamin D Food supplement with natural vitamin D in a raspberry flavor, designed for children to support normal immune system function and healthy bone growth and development. Pack size: 250 ml.
- Anima-Strath Natural restorative supplements for animals (pets and other animals) based on the Strath fermented herbal yeast concept. Marketed under the separate Anima-Strath sub-brand at anima-strath.ch, distributed alongside the Bio-Strath human-product range.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 70% of Bio-Strath products are exported abroad, demonstrating strong international demand.
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Companies that use Bio-Strath
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Bio-Strath technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration8 records
Feature3 records
Bio-Strath partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.
- Pat BurgenerflagshipPat Burgener (professional snowboarder/halfpipe, musician, and video director) has been sponsored by Bio-Strath since 2022. He promotes Strath products as a natural supplement supporting immune system and health, particularly for his demanding vegetarian lifestyle as an athlete and musician.
- Ramona KupferschmidminorMountain biker sponsored by Bio-Strath. Previously featured athlete in the sponsorship programme.
- Michael SchmidminorRowing athlete previously sponsored by Bio-Strath as part of the athlete sponsorship programme.
- Sophie HedigerminorSnowboard cross athlete previously sponsored by Bio-Strath as part of the sports sponsorship programme.
- A.Vogel AustraliaminorSales partner for Strath products in Australia, distributing through their herbal remedies retail channel.
- NOW Health Group Canada / Puresource Natural ProductsminorCanadian distribution partner for Strath products in Canada.
- Natur-DrogerietminorDanish health product retailer and distribution partner for Strath products in Denmark.
- A.Vogel FranceminorFrench sales partner distributing Strath products through pharmacies and health stores in France.
- LizofarmminorItalian distribution partner for Strath products in Italy.
- Nihon B.F. & Co., LTDminorJapanese distribution partner for Strath and Anima-Strath products in Japan.
- Nature's AnswerminorUS distribution partner for Bio-Strath products, selling through their natural product distribution channel.
- Cantabria LabsminorSpanish distribution partner for Strath products. Cantabria Labs also handles the Stangest (animal health) product line in Spain.
- PuravitaminorSwiss online pharmacy partner for the sale of Strath Convalescence drops (authorised medicinal product). Referenced as the company's trusted online pharmacy.
- NubiosancoreNubiosan is a sister/marketing company handling marketing and sales for Bio-Strath products. Key contacts include Karin Nifantis (Head of Marketing, member of Bio-Strath management board) and Sandra Bachmann (Head of Sales, member of Nubiosan management board).
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Bio-Strath competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Nature's Answer: US herbal and botanical supplement manufacturer and Bio-Strath's US distribution partner. Comparable as a botanical-focused supplement brand with overlapping product categories (liquid herbal extracts, immune, vitality).
- NOW Health Group: Large US-based natural products manufacturer and distributor that is also Bio-Strath's distribution partner in Canada. Comparable as a broad natural-supplement incumbent operating in many of the same channels and product categories.
- Nestlé Health Science: Global nutrition and supplement incumbent under Nestlé, covering vitamins, minerals, and medical nutrition. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the nutritional supplement space where Bio-Strath competes for shelf and consumer mind share.
- Bayer Consumer Health (Berocca/Supradyn/Elevit): Bayer's consumer health division markets leading vitamin/mineral supplement brands globally. Overlaps with Bio-Strath in vitamin and mineral supplement categories and competes for the same pharmacy and drugstore shelf space.
Others
- Cantabria Labs: Spanish pharma/consumer health company and Bio-Strath's distribution partner in Spain (also handles the Stangest animal health line). Relevant as a distribution and animal-health channel partner rather than a direct competitor.
- Puravita: Swiss online pharmacy selling Strath Convalescence drops (authorized medicinal product). Relevant as a key Swiss e-commerce channel for Bio-Strath's regulated medicinal SKU rather than a competitor.
Direct peers
- Hevert Arzneimittel: German family-owned manufacturer of natural medicines and herbal/botanical supplements. Comparable to Bio-Strath on family-ownership heritage, natural/botanical supplement positioning, regulated medicinal product status, and European pharmacy distribution.
- A.Vogel (Bioforce AG): Swiss-based manufacturer of herbal and botanical food supplements, founded on natural remedies principles. Closely comparable to Bio-Strath on Swiss origin, botanical/herbal positioning, pharmacy-channel distribution, and family-business heritage.
- Salus-Haus (Floradix): German manufacturer of herbal liquid tonics and nutritional supplements (best known for Floradix iron tonic). Directly comparable to Bio-Strath on liquid herbal supplement format, iron-supplement category (Strath Iron vs Floradix), and pharmacy/health-food channel distribution.
- Weleda: Swiss-founded natural products company with a broad anthroposophic/herbal range including dietary supplements. Comparable to Bio-Strath on Swiss manufacturing, GMP-aligned production, natural/botanical positioning, and global specialist retail distribution.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Bio-Strath leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles7 records
Bio-Strath subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
Bio-Strath funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Bio-Strath M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Bio-Strath
What does Bio-Strath do?
Bio-Strath manufactures and distributes natural nutritional supplements based on a proprietary fermented herbal yeast (Strath). The portfolio includes Strath Original tablets and liquid (with and without Vitamin D), Strath Immun, Strath Iron, Strath Vitality, Strath Convalescence drops (an authorized medicinal product), Strath Kids Raspberry + Vitamin D, and the Anima-Strath animal supplement line. Products are manufactured in Switzerland under GMP guidelines and sold globally through retail, pharmacy, and e-commerce channels.
Is Bio-Strath a public or private company?
Bio-Strath is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Bio-Strath founded?
Bio-Strath was founded in 1961. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Bio-Strath based?
Bio-Strath is headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, in the Europe region.
How does Bio-Strath make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Nutritional Supplement Sales (B2C & B2B) is the primary driver. The others are international Distribution Partnerships.
Who are Bio-Strath's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Nature's Answer, NOW Health Group, Nestlé Health Science and Bayer Consumer Health (Berocca/Supradyn/Elevit). Others are Cantabria Labs and Puravita. Direct peers are Hevert Arzneimittel, A.Vogel (Bioforce AG), Salus-Haus (Floradix) and Weleda.
Does Bio-Strath have an API?
No public API is recorded for Bio-Strath.
What industry is Bio-Strath in?
Bio-Strath's product category is Nutritional Supplements. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRADAGAH, Beauty-From-Within (Collagen, Biotin, Skin/Hair/Nails), with a secondary code of CRADAGAB, Vitamins & Minerals (Single Nutrients). Its NAICS code is 325411 and its SIC code is 2833.