
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet.
Premium pet food ingredient solutions – backed by science, inspired by pets
Our furry friends rely on us to keep them happy and healthy at all stages of their lives. And we take that seriously. With science-backed fortification, pet-pleasing sensory solutions, trend-friendly microbiome modulation and sustainable practices throughout our supply chain, we help our customers craft food, treats and supplement for cats and dogs that guarantee happy tummies and wagging tails.
Planning your next petfood formulation? dsm-firmenich can perfectly help your product stand out to today’s pet parents. Get in touch to discover our portfolio of innovative meat-optimizing taste ingredients, algal Omega-3s, standard and human grade micronutrient premixes and more. Visit our website dsm-firmenich.com/petfood.
We bring progress to life
dsm-firmenich is a Swiss company with dual headquarters in Kaiseraugst, Switzerland and Maastricht, Netherlands, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.
Beyond Basic Nutrition, Unlocking the future of functional pet food with premixes and precision
by Dr Shiguang Yu, Global Director Pet Nutrition, dsm-firmenich, the USA The petfood industry is no longer defined by simply meeting basic nutritional requirements. Today’s pet owners expect far more than complete and…
dsm-firmenich Opens Brazil Petfood Facility
dsm-firmenich has opened NextGen Itatiba, a dedicated pet nutrition premix facility in Itatiba, developed in partnership with Globalfood. The site will focus on producing vitamin and mineral premixes for cats…
dsm-firmenich Launches World’s First Microalgal Oil
dsm-firmenich is set to unveil the world’s first microalgal oil delivering the same natural 3:2 EPA:DHA omega-3 ratio as high-quality fish oil at Petfood Forum 2026, taking place from 27-29…
Adaptable by Design : Flexibility Driving the Future of Petfood Production
by Dr Shiguang Yu, Global Director Pet Nutrition, dsm-firmenich, USA Pet nutrition has moved beyond basic nutritional adequacy. Functional ingredients that support digestive health, cognitive function, joint mobility and immune resilience are now central to product development,…
Beyond The Blend, Why Advanced Premix Systems Matter
by Dr Shiguang Yu, Global Director Pet Nutrition, dsm-firmenich, USA Pet nutrition is entering a new phase, one that is defined by evidence, efficacy and environmental responsibility. Meeting basic nutrient requirements is no longer sufficient. Pet…
Sustell Partners with Kynetec to Strengthen Feed Sustainability Insights
Sustell, dsm-firmenich’s life cycle assessment platform, has entered a data collaboration partnership with Kynetec, a leading provider of agricultural and animal health data. “Feed crops account for a large share…
Where Science Meets Sustainability: A New Era for Omega-3s in Pet Nutrition
by George B Josef, Global Director of Business Development – Nutritional Lipids & Alternative Proteins, dsm-firmenich, US In the world of pet nutrition, omega-3 fatty acids stand out as a well-known, science-backed essential for lifelong pet…
dsm-firmenich Opens Pet Premix Facility in Kansas
dsm-firmenich, a global leader in nutrition, health, and beauty innovation, has officially opened its next-generation, fully automated pet-only premix facility in Tonganoxie, Kansas. Named NextGen Tonganoxie, the site sets a…
New study highlights benefits of Benicaros for dog gut health
A recent study has revealed that Benicaros (carrot rhamnogalacturonan-I), a precision prebiotic developed by NutriLeads, can significantly enhance gut health in dogs. Conducted in partnership with dsm-firmenich, the peer-reviewed research…
dsm-firmenich highlights sustainable pet nutrition at Petfood Forum 2025
April 4, 2025 – During Petfood Forum 2025, dsm-firmenich is set to present its latest advancements in pet nutrition as well as showcase a range of ingredients designed to support…






















