Omanda Ag

What Omanda Ag does

Omanda AG is a privately-held Swiss medical nutrition company headquartered in Ostermundigen that develops, produces, and distributes foods for special medical purposes (Lebensmittel für besondere medizinische Zwecke). Its portfolio centers on the Moltein oral nutritional supplement line — covering complete drinks, high-protein and clear-liquid variants, vegan SKUs, and consistency-adapted puddings, purées, and frozen mousses — alongside adjunct products ISOMIX (St-Mark's-based isotonic rehydration for high-output stoma), Digesan FIBRE (PHGG soluble fiber for gut health and IBS), WOUNDMIX (arginine/glutamine-enriched drink powder for chronic wound healing), and AVASAN (amylase-resistant instant thickener for dysphagia).

The underlying technology is formulation-led rather than software-led: leucine-enriched whey protein combinations targeting the mTOR muscle protein synthesis pathway, PHGG fiber science for gut flora modulation, and consistency-adapted textures aligned to dysphagia care standards (IDDSI Level 4). Formulations are co-developed with university research partners and university geriatric medicine departments, and several SKUs carry proprietary positioning including "first fully balanced vegan ONS made in Switzerland" and "highest protein density of Swiss oral nutritional supplements." The Moltein® mark is registered.

Omanda monetizes through a dual-channel model: direct-to-consumer e-commerce at omanda.ch/shop for Swiss customers and omanda.de for Germany and the EU, paired with a healthcare-professional channel in which physicians, SVDE nutritionists, and GESKES-certified homecare providers generate insured prescriptions under Swiss Grundversicherung reimbursement (CSS, Helsana, Sanitas, KPT, Santéservices). Pricing is unit-based pay-as-you-go across roughly fifteen SKUs ranging from CHF 12.90 to CHF 149.95, with payment on invoice and 30-day terms. The customer base is a long tail of patients across malnutrition, oncology, neurology, surgical, IBS, stoma, dysphagia, and infectious-disease indications, served in the DACH region through the Swiss parent and the German subsidiary OMANDA GmbH in Rheinfelden.

Name

Omanda Ag

Legal name

OMANDA AG

Website

https://omanda.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Omanda AG is a privately-held Swiss medical nutrition company that develops and distributes the Moltein oral nutritional supplement line and adjunct clinical nutrition products, serving malnutrition, sarcopenia, dysphagia, wound-healing, and rehydration patients across Switzerland and Germany via DTC e-commerce and GESKES-certified homecare providers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Clinical Medical Nutrition

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000)

akta.pro primary industry

Medical & Clinical Nutrition Beverage Production (Oral Nutritional Supplements) (AFAFAFAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Prebiotics & Dietary Fibers (Inulin, FOS/GOS, Resistant Starch, Beta-Glucan, Psyllium) (AFAJAKAF), Foods for Special Dietary Needs Manufacturing (Gluten-Free, Allergen-Free, Low-FODMAP, Low-Sodium) (AFAKAJAD)

Keywords

• Medical nutrition products
• Oral nutritional supplements
• Clinical nutrition therapy
• Malnutrition management
• Dysphagia care products

Headquarters

HQ city

Ostermundigen

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct e-commerce product sales: Omanda sells products directly to consumers through their own e-commerce platforms (omanda.ch/shop for Swiss customers, omanda.de for German customers). Products include Moltein oral nutritional supplements in various formulations (Complete Drink, Juicy, Plus, Pro, Pure, Alpha Vegan, Fino), Digesan Fibre for gut health, ISOMIX for rehydration, Woundmix for wound healing, and Avasan Instant Thickener for dysphagia. Orders are shipped via Swiss Post or delivery services with approximately 5 business days delivery time. Payment is on invoice with 30-day terms.
2. Health insurance reimbursement (Krankenkasse): Products including Moltein PLUS, Moltein PRO, Moltein JUICY, Moltein Complete Vegan, Moltein PLUS ISOMIX, and Moltein Complete Drink are reimbursed by Swiss basic health insurance (Grundversicherung) according to GESKES/SSNC guidelines when there is appropriate indication (e.g., malnutrition). Doctors prescribe via cost coverage guarantee forms (Kostengutspracheformular), processed through GESKES-certified homecare providers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Omanda AG develops, produces, and distributes medical foods for special medical purposes (Lebensmittel für besondere medizinische Zwecke), primarily the Moltein line of oral nutritional supplements for malnutrition, plus ISOMIX rehydration solution, Digesan FIBRE for gut health, WOUNDMIX for chronic wound healing, and AVASAN instant thickener for dysphagia. Several products are reimbursable by Swiss basic health insurance per GESKES/SSNC guidelines when prescribed.

Product overview

OMANDA offers a comprehensive portfolio of medical nutrition products organized into four main product lines: oral nutritional supplements for malnutrition (Moltein product family including COMPLETE DRINK, JUICY, PLUS, PRO, PURE, ALPHA Vegan, FINO puddings/purees/mousse), oral rehydration solutions (ISOMIX), intestinal health products (Digesan FIBRE), and wound healing supplements (WOUNDMIX). Additionally, AVASAN Instant Thickener addresses dysphagia needs. Products range from protein-rich drinks and supplements to consistency-adapted foods for patients with swallowing difficulties. Several products are reimbursable by Swiss basic health insurance according to GESKES/SSNC guidelines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Moltein: Product line for oral nutritional supplements including Moltein PLUS, Moltein PRO, Moltein PURE, Moltein JUICY, Moltein COMPLETE DRINK, Moltein ALPHA Vegan, Moltein FINO (Pudding and Purée)
• Digesan FIBRE
• ISOMIX
• WOUNDMIX
• AVASAN

Products and services

• Moltein COMPLETE DRINK Protein and energy-rich, fully balanced oral drinking nutrition (400 kcal/200ml, 20g protein) suitable as sole food source for patients with malnutrition. Contains milk protein, vegetable fat, carbohydrates, and all necessary vitamins and minerals. Gluten-free, low lactose, available in Neutral, Coffee, Caramel, Apricot, Chocolate, Vanilla, and Berry flavors. Reimbursable per GESKES guidelines.
• Moltein COMPLETE DRINK Vegan Vegan protein and energy-rich, fully balanced oral drinking nutrition (2.0 kcal/ml, 400 kcal/200ml, 20g protein per portion) with high-quality soy protein, vegetable oil, carbohydrates, and all essential vitamins and minerals. Lactose-free, gluten-free, no colorants or sweeteners. Reimbursable per GESKES guidelines.
• Moltein JUICY High-energy (1.5 kcal/ml), fat-free clear liquid oral nutrition with fruity taste. 300 kcal, 16g whey protein per 200ml. Lactose-free, fructose-free, gluten-free. Reimbursable per GESKES/SSNC guidelines. Flavors: Apple, Forest fruits.
• Moltein JUICY High Protein High-protein clear liquid oral nutrition (1.5 kcal/ml) with fruity taste. 300 kcal, 16g whey protein per 200ml. Low fructose and lactose. Reimbursable. Flavors: Apple, Red berries.
• Moltein ALPHA Vegan Vegan protein-rich, fully balanced oral nutrition (25g protein per portion, 300 kcal per 67g) using pea and rice protein isolates with PDCAAS of 121. Gluten-free, lactose-free, milk-protein-free, no colorants, preservatives, artificial flavors (except Cappuccino), or sweeteners. Reimbursable per GESKES guidelines.
• Moltein PLUS Protein-rich nutritional supplement with highest protein density of Swiss oral nutritional supplements (21g protein, 5g leucine per 120ml portion, 250 kcal). Contains 100% whey protein, four vegetable oil sources, carbohydrates, and all vitamins and minerals. Small drinking volume, low lactose, gluten-free, vegetarian. Reimbursable per SSNC guidelines.
• Moltein PRO Balanced protein and energy-rich oral nutritional supplement (150 kcal, 21g protein per 100ml) with high-quality whey protein, vegetable oils, carbohydrates, and all vitamins and minerals. Enriched with leucine. Small drinking volume, with sweeteners. Reimbursable per SSNC guidelines.
• Moltein PURE High-protein oral nutrition powder specifically designed for muscle health in elderly and ill patients (90 kcal, 21g protein, 5g leucine per 25g portion mixed in 90ml). Contains 100% whey protein enriched with leucine. Minimal drinking volume, versatile for nutritional enrichment. Developed with university geriatric medicine. Made in Switzerland, gluten-free, low lactose, vegetarian, low sugar.
• Moltein FINO Pudding Consistency-adapted, protein-rich, energy-dense, balanced spoonable pudding (193 kcal, 22g protein per 100g portion) for dysphagia patients. Made from high-quality whey protein, fats, carbohydrates, and all necessary vitamins and minerals. IDDSI Score 4. Available in 45g sachets and 675g containers. Reimbursable per SSNC guidelines.
• Moltein FINO Purée Consistency-adapted, protein-rich, energy-dense, balanced spoonable savory preparation (174 kcal, 11g protein per 170g portion) based on popular mashed potato recipe for dysphagia, malnutrition, and neurodegenerative disease patients. Reimbursable per SSNC guidelines.
• Moltein FINO Mousse glacée Compact, high-calorie, balanced frozen mousse with 12% protein content. Suitable as cooling snack or late meal for patients with chewing and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). Maintains ideal consistency for up to 3 hours at room temperature. Sold only in large quantities to trade professionals.
• ISOMIX Isotonic rehydration solution (293 mOsmol/L, 90 mmol/L sodium) corresponding to St-Mark's solution with glucose and sodium but no potassium (suitable for hyperkalemia). Designed for patients with high-output stoma or short bowel syndrome. 30 sachets of 15.3g each making 500ml. Made in Switzerland.
• Digesan FIBRE Soluble dietary fiber concentrate made from 100% partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG) that regulates intestinal function. Promotes growth of beneficial bacteria (lactobacilli, bifidobacteria), optimizes gut balance, and supports IBS symptom relief (bloating, constipation, diarrhea). Vegan, gluten-free, purine-free, fructose-free, fat-free. Available in 16 sachets (5g each) or 250g canister.
• WOUNDMIX Supplemental drinking powder (87 kcal, 15g protein per 24g portion) used complementarily with high-protein nutrition for chronic wound healing disorders. Contains L-arginine, L-glutamine, vitamins A, D, E, K, C, and minerals calcium, phosphorus, zinc, selenium. Orange flavor. 30 sachets of 24g each, mixed to 200ml drink.
• AVASAN Instant Thickener Instant thickening powder (400g canister) for thickening foods and beverages for persons with swallowing disorders (dysphagia). Amylase-resistant, clear, quickly soluble, neutral taste and odorless. Reduces aspiration risk for chewing and swallowing disorders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50% of geriatric acute patients are protein-malnourished or at risk; ~20-30% of hospitalized patients
• +3 more outcomes

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Swiss Post (Die Schweizerische POST AG / Post CH Netz AG)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss Post is used as the primary shipping carrier for product deliveries to Swiss customers. Orders are shipped via post or delivery service with approximately 5 business days delivery time. Address: Wankdorfallee 4, 3030 Bern.
• University research partnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOMANDA develops, produces, and distributes medical foods in close collaboration with partners from university research (universitäre Forschung) and universities of applied sciences (Fachhochschulen). Insights from science and clinical research are implemented in innovative products. Omanda participates in medical research.
• University geriatric medicine departmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoltein PURE was developed in collaboration with university geriatric medicine (universitärer Altersmedizin) for muscle health in elderly and ill patients.
• GESKES (Swiss Society for Clinical Nutrition)coreOthersProfessional society whose guidelines and certifications enable health insurance reimbursement for Omanda products. GESKES-certified homecare providers process cost coverage guarantee forms. Products are reimbursable per GESKES/SSNC guidelines.
• CSS, Helsana, Sanitas, KPT, Santéservices (Health Insurance Companies)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss health insurance companies that reimburse Omanda products via basic health insurance (Grundversicherung) when prescribed with appropriate cost coverage guarantee forms. Different forms exist for CSS, HSK (Helsana/Sanitas/KPT), and Santéservices insurance groups.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hormel Health Labs: Specialty nutrition subsidiary producing thickened foods, purees and dysphagia products (THICK & EASY) that overlap with Omanda's Moltein FINO and AVASAN dysphagia portfolio.
• Mead Johnson (Reckitt): Established medical and infant nutrition brand offering disease-specific and metabolic formulas that compete with Omanda's specialty clinical foods for pediatric and adult malnutrition.

Emerging players

• Smartfish: Smaller medical nutrition player using omega-3 and whey-based formulations for sarcopenia and disease-related malnutrition, comparable in scale and clinical nutrition focus to Omanda.
• Dr. Schaer: South Tyrolean medical/functional food specialist with a comparable DACH footprint and focus on clinical foods for special dietary needs, making it a closer-fit regional emerging peer to Omanda's niche.

Direct peers

• Danone Nutricia: Sells Nutridrink/Fortimel/Calogen ONS and medical foods across European reimbursement systems including Switzerland and Germany, directly competing with Moltein ranges for malnutrition, oncology and sarcopenia indications.
• Nestlé Health Science: Global leader in medical nutrition offering oral nutritional supplements (Resource, Peptamen, Impact), enteral feeds and disease-specific clinical nutrition through the same GESKES-aligned healthcare professional channels that Omanda targets in Switzerland and Germany.
• B. Braun: Operates a clinical nutrition portfolio (Nutricomp, Nutriflex) targeting hospitalized and chronic patients in DACH, overlapping with Omanda on malnutrition, post-surgical and dysphagia use cases.
• Fresenius Kabi: Provides Fresubin and Supportan ONS plus enteral/parenteral feeds, serving the same protein-energy malnutrition and disease-related malnutrition patient pool addressed by the Moltein line.
• Abbott Nutrition: Markets Ensure, Promote and similar ONS clinical nutrition lines for malnutrition and wound healing; competes with Omanda across the same hospital, HCP, and DTC channels in DACH.

Regional players

• Hero Group: European food company with medical nutrition and pediatric specialty ranges, operating in adjacent DACH retail and pharmacy channels where Omanda also distributes through GESKES homecare providers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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