Bio Lonreco
Bio Lonreco Inc. is a privately held Canadian natural health distributor (founded 1987, Dorval, Quebec) that exclusively distributes 16+ international brands including Dr. Reckeweg homeopathics, Pranarôm aromatherapy, and HerbalGem gemmotherapy to healthcare professionals and Canadian consumers via professional accounts and biolonreco.ca e-commerce.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1987
- HeadquartersDorval, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingDigital Commerce or Content
What Bio Lonreco does
Bio Lonreco Inc. is a privately held Canadian natural health product distributor headquartered in Dorval, Quebec, operating since 1987. The company serves two customer segments: licensed healthcare professionals (homeopaths, naturopaths, MDs, dentists, chiropractors, TCM practitioners) via dedicated professional accounts with exclusive catalogs, training webinars, video libraries, and direct support from staff homeopaths, and general Canadian consumers via the biolonreco.ca e-commerce storefront with bilingual English/French support and free shipping over $85. The firm holds exclusive Canadian distribution rights for 16+ international natural health brands spanning homeopathy (Dr. Reckeweg, Tegor), scientific aromatherapy (Pranarôm), gemmotherapy (HerbalGem), organic cosmetics (Centifolia, Argiletz), colloidal minerals (Bio Colloïdal), flower essences (Biofloral), Manuka honey (CicaManuka, Kai Ora), specialty supplements (EB Supplements/MAG-O3, Biomed, Medelys), and organic teas (URBANIthé, Superdiet).
The company's technology footprint is centered on distribution and regulatory compliance rather than proprietary software. The notable technical asset is Canadian Patent # CA2677670 covering MAG-O3 omega-3 monoglyceride technology (patented across 11 countries, supported by 20+ preclinical/clinical studies for enhanced absorption), which Bio Lonreco distributes through its partnership with EB Supplements. All distributed products are manufactured under GMP regulations and licensed by Health Canada with DIN-HM or NPN designations. The company maintains board and technical committee representation in the Canadian Homeopathic Pharmaceutical Association (CHPA), giving it influence over federal homeopathic regulation.
The business model is wholesale and direct-to-consumer product distribution with no disclosed subscription mechanics — pricing is unit-based, ranging from approximately $15 for single homeopathic remedies to $185 for premium Manuka honey. GTM is dual-channel: enterprise field sales to healthcare professionals through dedicated accounts (contact line 1-800-361-6663) and direct-to-consumer e-commerce with 556+ verified customer reviews indicating active retail volume. The company is independently owned with no disclosed institutional investors, parent company, funding rounds, M&A activity, or recent leadership changes.
Bio Lonreco firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Bio Lonreco
- Legal name
- Bio Lonreco Inc.
- Website
- https://biolonreco.ca
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1987
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Bio Lonreco Inc. is a privately held Canadian natural health distributor (founded 1987, Dorval, Quebec) that exclusively distributes 16+ international brands including Dr. Reckeweg homeopathics, Pranarôm aromatherapy, and HerbalGem gemmotherapy to healthcare professionals and Canadian consumers via professional accounts and biolonreco.ca e-commerce.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Bio Lonreco industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Natural Health Products Distribution
- NAICS
- Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers (4246)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122), Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialty Pharmacy & Biologics Distribution (CRAOAHAD)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Bio-based Pharmaceuticals, Nutraceuticals & Specialty Bioactives (EUAAAIAK)
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Where Bio Lonreco is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Dorval
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Bio Lonreco business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Digital Commerce or Content
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Product Sales - Wholesale Distribution: Bio Lonreco generates revenue through distribution of natural health products to healthcare practitioners and retail consumers across Canada. The company distributes over 16 international brands including Dr. Reckeweg homeopathics, Pranarom essential oils, HerbalGem gemmotherapy, and others. Products are sold through e-commerce and professional accounts.
- Professional Account Services: Healthcare professionals can open professional accounts providing access to exclusive product catalogs, educational materials, login sections with training videos, and dedicated support from homeopaths. Professional account holders receive benefits such as free shipping on first orders.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard retail pricing for general public |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Bio Lonreco product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Bio Lonreco Inc. is a Canadian wholesale and retail distributor, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Dorval, Quebec. The company distributes natural therapeutic, beauty, oral care, and aromatherapy products from more than 16 international brands across Canada, selling through its own e-commerce storefront (biolonreco.ca) to retail consumers and through dedicated professional accounts to healthcare practitioners.
Product overview
Bio Lonreco is a Canadian natural health product distributor (since 1987) offering a portfolio of 17 distributed European and international brands alongside its own Bio Lonreco branded supplements. The core offering spans homeopathic remedies (Dr. Reckeweg, Tegor), aromatherapy (Pranarom), gemmotherapy (HerbalGem), colloidal minerals (Bio Colloidal), and specialty supplements (MAG-O3, Biomed, Medelys). Complementary categories include organic cosmetics (Centifolia), Manuka honey skincare (CicaManuka) and food (Kai Ora), clay therapy (Argiletz), flower essences (Biofloral), and organic teas (URBANIthé). Products serve healthcare professionals and retail customers across Canada, with offerings ranging from practitioner-grade homeopathic complex remedies to consumer wellness products.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Bio Lonreco Natural Health Products House brand of Bio Lonreco natural health products including therapeutic ampoules, supplements, and topical products, distributed in Canada. Targeted at consumers and healthcare practitioners seeking natural wellness solutions.
- Dr. Reckeweg Homeopathic Products German homeopathic specialty products including R1-R193 combination remedies, BIO 82-93 series, Schuessler salts, and single remedies. Products carry DIN-HM designation and are reviewed by Health Canada NNHPD. Targeted at homeopathic practitioners and consumers.
- Pranarom Scientific Aromatherapy Belgian aromatherapy brand offering over 300 chemotyped essential oils, diffusers, synergies, vegetable oils, hydrosols, capsules, and haircare. Targeted at aromatherapy practitioners and consumers.
- HerbalGem Gemmotherapy Concentrated bud extracts and gemmotherapy complexes from freshly picked buds in certified organic forests. Part of the Inula Natural Health group. Targeted at gemmotherapy practitioners and natural health consumers.
- MAG-O3 Omega-3 Supplements Patented omega-3 products featuring EPA and DHA in monoglyceride form for 3x better absorption versus regular omega-3 oils. Pre-digested, bypassing the digestive system. Patented across 11 countries and backed by over 20 preclinical and clinical studies. Targeted at health-conscious consumers and practitioners.
- Biomed Supplements Canadian natural health brand including supplements, herbal remedies, Nestmann Pharma drainage remedies, Regenotherapy organotherapy, and Sanum isopathics. Serves over 3,500 practitioners across North America. Targeted at healthcare professionals.
- Argiletz Clay Products French natural clay-based cosmetics including green illite clay dried using traditional sun-drying methods. Face, body, hair care, toothpastes, and poultice preparations. Targeted at natural beauty consumers.
- Biofloral Flower Essences French brand of certified organic flower essences and herbal products manufactured according to Dr. Bach's original method. Includes complexes, singles, and Bach flower remedies. COSMEBIO and DEMETER certified.
- Bio Colloidal Products Family laboratory producing colloidal silver (10-15 ppm), copper, magnesium, and zinc solutions using slow electrolysis. Authorized by ANSM (French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety).
- Centifolia Organic Cosmetics French botanical cosmetics brand offering skincare, hair care, and hygiene products based on plant intelligence science. Ranges include Lys Active anti-aging, Eclat de Rose, Hydration, and Neutral lines. Targeted at organic beauty consumers.
- CicaManuka Manuka Honey Skincare Dermo-cosmetic skincare line featuring Manuka Honey IAA with scientifically guaranteed activity. Facial care, body care, and oral care (toothpastes). Targeted at skincare consumers seeking active Manuka honey benefits.
- Kai Ora Manuka Honey MGO-certified Mānuka honey from New Zealand. Exports 30-40 tonnes annually of premium honey from over 500 active hives. Sustainably harvested from native Mānuka and Kānuka trees. Targeted at premium honey consumers.
- Medelys Collagen & Supplements Quebec-based manufacturer of collagen supplements, Krilex, Vie De Velours, and ionized silver products for joint health, vitality, skin, and immune support. Targeted at health-conscious consumers and practitioners.
- URBANIthé Organic Teas Boutique company offering over 200 organic teas and infusions including green tea, rooibos, black tea, herbal tea, and cold infusion options. Sustainable plant-based and biodegradable packaging. Targeted at health-conscious tea consumers.
- Tegor Laboratories Spanish natural medicine laboratory offering homeopathic products and natural remedies including the BIO 82-93 series. Manufactured under GMP standards for export to European countries and expansion in America and Asia. Targeted at natural medicine practitioners.
- Superdiet Plant-Based Supplements Plant-based supplement ampoules. Targeted at consumers seeking plant-based nutritional support.
Quantifiable outcome
- Serving customers across Canada since 1987 (37+ years)
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Bio Lonreco
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Bio Lonreco technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
Bio Lonreco partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Bio Colloïdal FranceminorBio Lonreco distributes Bio Colloïdal colloidal silver products. Founded in 2010 by Germain and Alain Le Borgne in Château-Gontier, Mayenne. Products manufactured using slow electrolysis and authorized by ANSM (French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety).
- Medelys Laboratoires InternationalminorBio Lonreco distributes Medelys natural health products and supplements. Founded in 2006, Medelys is a pioneering developer and manufacturer of effective natural health products and dietary supplements based in Ville Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
- Tegor LaboratoriesminorBio Lonreco distributes Tegor Laboratories natural medicine products. Founded in 1993 by professionals in natural medicine in Bilbao, Spain. Products manufactured under GMP standards for export to European countries and expansion in America and Asia.
- Pranarom InternationalcoreBio Lonreco distributes Pranarom scientific aromatherapy products. Founded in 1991 by Dominique Baudoux, Pranarom is a world leader in scientific and medical aromatherapy with products sold in nearly 10,000 pharmacies and specialty stores globally.
- HerbalGemcoreBio Lonreco distributes HerbalGem gemmotherapy products. Founded in 1986, HerbalGem specializes in concentrated gemmotherapy remedies prepared from freshly picked buds from certified organic forests.
- Centifolia BiocoreBio Lonreco distributes Centifolia French organic cosmetics. Founded in 1983, Centifolia is a French brand of certified organic cosmetics based on scientific observation of plants and founder of the Botanical cosmetics concept.
- ArgiletzcoreBio Lonreco is the Official Canadian Distributor of Argiletz clay products. Founded in 1953 in France, Argiletz specializes in natural clay-based cosmetics using a unique sun-drying process. All clays are sourced from French quarries.
- Dr. Reckeweg & Co. GmbHcoreBio Lonreco is the Canadian distributor of Dr. Reckeweg homeopathic products. Founded in 1947 in Germany, Dr. Reckeweg manufactures homeopathic combination remedies and specialty products. Products are manufactured according to GMP, Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia (HAB), and European Pharmacopeia standards.
- BiofloralcoreBio Lonreco distributes Biofloral certified organic products. Located in Auvergne mountains, Biofloral is a leader in natural, exceptional, and 100% certified organic products including Bach flower remedies.
- BiomedcoreBio Lonreco is the Official Quebec Distributor of Biomed products. Founded in 1995 in British Columbia, Biomed provides quality proven remedies, protocols, and education to health professionals. Serves over 3,500 practitioners across North America.
- CicaManukaminorBio Lonreco distributes CicaManuka dermo-cosmetic skin care products featuring Active Manuka Honey IAA from New Zealand. The only honey product line with scientifically guaranteed activity as measured by the IAA index.
- Kai Ora HoneyminorBio Lonreco distributes Kai Ora premium MGO-certified Mānuka honey. A 100% Māori-owned enterprise based in the Far North of New Zealand, sustainably harvesting potent nectar of native Mānuka and Kānuka trees.
- Evidence Based Supplements (EB Supplements)minorBio Lonreco distributes EB Supplements MAG-O3 patented omega-3 products. Canadian company dedicated to advancing healthy aging through rigorous scientific and clinical research. Patented Canadian technology (# CA2677670).
- URBANIthéminorBio Lonreco distributes URBANIthé organic teas. A boutique company located on Badeaux Street in Trois-Rivières, offering over 200 teas and infusions with sustainable packaging using plant-based and biodegradable materials.
- Canadian Homeopathic Pharmaceutical Association (CHPA)minorBio Lonreco Inc. is an active member of the Canadian Homeopathic Pharmaceutical Association. A company representative sits on the board of directors and is part of the technical committee, representing members' interests at the federal level regarding homeopathic medicine legislation.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Bio Lonreco competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Purity Life Health Products: Canada's largest natural health products distributor serving health food stores, practitioners, and pharmacies. Directly comparable to Bio Lonreco as a multi-brand specialty health distributor with a Canadian professional and retail channel focus.
- Seroyal: Canadian distributor of professional-grade natural health products sold through healthcare practitioners. Closely comparable to Bio Lonreco's professional account model and emphasis on practitioner-grade homeopathic and nutraceutical brands.
- Emerson Ecologics: US-based distributor of professional nutritional supplements and natural health products to licensed practitioners. Comparable business model — multi-brand specialty distribution with a professional/healthcare-practitioner focus analogous to Bio Lonreco's professional channel.
- Standard Process: US nutritional supplement company selling practitioner-only whole food supplements through healthcare professionals. Comparable in the practitioner-channel distribution model and focus on regulated, clinically-oriented natural health products.
Broad incumbents
- Atrium Innovations: Canadian-headquartered natural health and nutritional products company (now part of Nestlé Health Science) with a broad portfolio across brands like Pure Encapsulations, Douglas Laboratories, and Wobenzym. Broader incumbent with portfolio depth and capital resources exceeding Bio Lonreco's specialized distribution model.
- Nature's Sunshine Products: Global herbal and natural health products company with a multi-channel distribution model (direct selling, practitioner, retail). Comparable in catalog breadth across herbs, homeopathics, and wellness categories, though at materially larger scale than Bio Lonreco.
- Life Time Fitness: US premium wellness brand with expanding nutrition and supplement offerings through its retail and digital channels. Comparable in the high-end natural wellness consumer segment that Bio Lonreco targets via DTC, though with vastly larger scale and integrated fitness/wellness ecosystem.
Emerging players
- Gaia Herbs: US-based herbal supplements company focused on organic, traceable botanicals. Comparable overlap in the botanical/herbal category that Bio Lonreco distributes (Centifolia, HerbalGem, Biofloral), and a reference point for brand-owned premium positioning Bio Lonreco enables for its suppliers.
Others
- Pranarom International: Belgian scientific aromatherapy brand and Bio Lonreco's anchor partner. Included as a peer-supplier and value-add ecosystem participant — Pranarom's global brand strength underpins Bio Lonreco's Canadian aromatherapy distribution franchise.
Regional players
- Boiron: Global leader in homeopathic medicines (France-based, with strong North American presence). Comparable in the homeopathic category that Bio Lonreco distributes (Dr. Reckeweg, Tegor); a potential competitive threat or adjacent distributor strategy depending on Canadian channel access.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Bio Lonreco leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Bio Lonreco funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Bio Lonreco M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Bio Lonreco
What does Bio Lonreco do?
Bio Lonreco Inc. is a Canadian wholesale and retail distributor, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Dorval, Quebec. The company distributes natural therapeutic, beauty, oral care, and aromatherapy products from more than 16 international brands across Canada, selling through its own e-commerce storefront (biolonreco.ca) to retail consumers and through dedicated professional accounts to healthcare practitioners.
Is Bio Lonreco a public or private company?
Bio Lonreco is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Bio Lonreco founded?
Bio Lonreco was founded in 1987. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Bio Lonreco based?
Bio Lonreco is headquartered in Dorval, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Bio Lonreco make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Product Sales - Wholesale Distribution is the primary driver. The others are professional Account Services.
Who are Bio Lonreco's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Purity Life Health Products, Seroyal, Emerson Ecologics and Standard Process. Broad incumbents are Atrium Innovations, Nature's Sunshine Products and Life Time Fitness. Gaia Herbs is listed as an emerging player. Pranarom International is listed as an others. Boiron is listed as a regional player.
Does Bio Lonreco have an API?
No public API is recorded for Bio Lonreco.
What industry is Bio Lonreco in?
Bio Lonreco's product category is Natural Health Products Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAOAHAD, Specialty Pharmacy & Biologics Distribution, with a secondary code of EUAAAIAK, Bio-based Pharmaceuticals, Nutraceuticals & Specialty Bioactives. Its NAICS code is 4246 and its SIC code is 5122.