Ingredient sourcing
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) sourcing in 2026.
Vitamin D3 is one of the highest-volume supplement actives globally. Sourcing decisions hinge on three things: source (lanolin vs lichen vegan), potency (typically 100M, 1M, or 4M IU/g resin), and carrier (oil, beadlet, or DC powder).
Forms on the market
| Form | Notes |
|---|---|
| Lanolin D3 1.0 MIU/g oil | Most common, lowest cost |
| Lanolin D3 100,000 IU/g cool-water-dispersible | For tablets and powders |
| Lichen-derived vegan D3 | Premium positioning, 5–10x cost |
EU pricing and MOQ
- Lanolin 1.0 MIU/g oil: €30–€55/kg, MOQ 25 kg
- Lanolin 100k IU/g CWD: €80–€140/kg, MOQ 25 kg
- Vegan lichen D3 oil: €500–€900/kg, MOQ 5–25 kg
What to test per batch
- Potency by HPLC against USP reference standard
- Identity by UV
- Heavy metals
- Residual solvents (vegan D3 only)
- Stability, D3 degrades with light and oxidation
Regulatory in the EU
Authorised EFSA claims: contributes to normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, maintenance of bones, immune function, muscle function. Max daily intake guidance: 100 µg in most member states.
Top suppliers
DSM-Firmenich · BASF · Zhejiang NHU · Lichen vegan: Pharmaceutical Algae, NovaSOL
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