Today’s consumers are increasingly demanding in terms of the quality and efficacy of finished products. BCF Life Sciences stands out for its expertise and commitment to amino acid performance and quality. From the rigorous selection of raw materials to the integration of a circular economy approach, the company makes every effort to offer amino acids that meet the challenges of performance and traceability.
Discover the pillars of this approach: local and responsible production, control of the manufacturing chain and a scientific strategy to guarantee effective and sustainable ingredients.
Production based on excellence
Amino acids of French origin
The geographical origin of raw materials plays an important role in the quality of amino acids. At our company, 100% of production is carried out in France. In particular, 68% of the feathers from which keratin is extracted come from the Morbihan department, attesting to our predominantly local sourcing. This geographical proximity enables us to meet the expectations of French consumers while reducing our environmental impact.
In a market where a “Made in France” label does not always imply the French origin of ingredients, BCF Life Sciences guarantees genuine transparency on the origin of raw materials.
Traceability: the cornerstone of transparency
To guarantee the quality and safety of dietary supplements, it is essential to pay close attention to ingredient traceability. This is not limited to checking the conformity of finished products, but encompasses every stage in their manufacture, right back to the origin of the raw materials.
At BCF Life Sciences, this commitment translates into rigorous tracking of every ingredient, guaranteeing total transparency. This approach not only enables us to meet regulatory requirements, but also to strengthen the confidence of our partners by offering them ingredients whose safety and quality are under control.
Circular economy for a sustainable commitment
At BCF Life Sciences, the circular economy is not only a sustainable choice, but also an essential lever for guaranteeing the quality of our amino acids. By using by-products from the mainly local poultry industry, we are able to control the selection of our raw materials.
This virtuous model, which reduces environmental impact, translates into traceable, high-quality ingredients that meet the expectations of health nutrition players who are concerned with performance and responsibility.
Find out more about the circular economy at BCF Life Sciences
Amino acid quality for optimal efficiency
Increased bioavailability thanks to free amino acids
The bioavailability of amino acids determines their ability to be directly used by the body for protein synthesis. However, losses during digestion and metabolism can be significant, reducing the efficiency of consumed proteins, with up to 20% of amino acids eliminated during digestion and up to 30% during later stages of metabolism [1].
To meet this challenge, BCF Life Sciences offers free amino acids, which offer optimal intestinal absorption, maximizing their availability to the body.
Versatile ingredients adapted to industrial needs
In nutraceuticals, the choice of galenic formulation is a key stage in the development of dietary supplements, influencing both their practicality and efficacy. The market offers a variety of formats adapted to consumer needs: powders, capsules, tablets, liquids, gummies, etc.
BCF Life Sciences offers amino acids specially designed to meet these various formats, thanks in particular to a powder with compressible properties suitable for encapsulation in capsules. These technical features facilitate the work of manufacturers while guaranteeing optimal absorption for consumers, thus meeting quality and performance requirements.
Amino acid efficacy in a single blend
BCF Life Sciences also offers amino acid blends that combine the multiple benefits of amino acids in a single finished product. This solution meets the requirements of nutraceutical brands, combining performance, innovation and efficacy for dietary supplements.
Our R&D strategy for amino acid quality
A rigorous scientific approach
Since its creation, BCF Life Sciences has made innovation and research a strategic priority. By 2022, over 150 trials had been carried out, exploring diverse sectors such as human health, aquaculture and biostimulants. These initiatives aim to better understand the effects of amino acids and optimize their use. Building on strong partnerships with universities, research institutes and private organizations, BCF Life Sciences is continually strengthening its position as a scientific expert.
Proof of efficacy validated by clinical studies
To meet consumer expectations and ensure regulatory compliance, dietary supplement manufacturers must rely on carefully selected ingredients. This choice is based on solid scientific data demonstrating their efficacy and quality. With a diverse range of suppliers on offer, brands today have many options for designing high-performance, innovative products. Such rigorous selection of raw materials becomes an essential lever for standing out on the market, ensuring not only reliable results but also high customer satisfaction.
At BCF Life Sciences, we offer several clinically proven ingredient complexes, such as:
- Kera-Diet®, designed to improve skin, hair and nail health.
- Cysti-White®, a skin-lightening complex that reduces brown spots thanks to a combination of L-Cystine and glutathione.
- Naticol®-CySkin®, combining collagen and L-Cystine for skin, hair and nail benefits, and prevention of the signs of aging.
These ingredient complexes, backed by clinical studies, offer manufacturers guarantees and meet consumer expectations in terms of performance and safety.
Find out more about our ingredient complexes
Publications and patents to guarantee excellence
BCF Life Sciences’ investment in R&D is reflected in its numerous scientific publications and patents.
For example, Kera-Diet® stands out for its proven efficacy in improving the appearance of skin, hair and nails, thanks to rigorous clinical studies. The results obtained led to the granting of a first patent in 2022, based on a study conducted in 2017. In 2023, a second patent was filed, this time for skin applications, further strengthening Kera-Diet®’s position as an innovative, high-performance beauty solution.
Amino acid quality: the performance of Kera-Diet®, two patents for skin, hair and nails
In conclusion, the quality of BCF Life Sciences’ amino acids is based on complete control of the production chain, careful attention to ingredient efficacy, and a strong commitment to innovation and scientific research. These pillars enable the company to distinguish itself in the human, plant and animal health sectors.
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