Kilyos Nutrition is a specialized distributor of high-performance, scientifically-backed nutritional ingredients for the human health and wellness market in Brazil. With more than 20 years of experience, Kilyos has built a strong reputation as a trusted partner for national and international supplement, pharmaceutical, and functional food manufacturers. Headquartered in São Paulo, SP, the company collaborates with leading global suppliers to deliver innovation, regulatory compliance, and technical support to its clients across Latin America.
Core Business
Kilyos operates as a technical distributor and market development partner, representing global ingredient manufacturers in the Brazilian market. Its focus is on clinical nutrition, functional supplements, nutraceuticals, and wellness-enhancing actives.
Through exclusive partnerships and a science-first approach, Kilyos bridges the gap between ingredient innovation and commercial formulation, offering its customers access to clinically validated, patented ingredients with full regulatory and technical support.
Product and Service Offerings
Key Ingredient Categories
- Cognitive Health and Mental Wellness
- Longvida® Curcumin: Solid lipid particle (SLCP™) curcumin for improved bioavailability
- BacoMind®: Bacopa monnieri extract for memory support
- Gut and Immune Health
- ImmunoLP20®, Pantheryx Colostrum: Probiotics and colostrum for immune modulation and microbiome balance
- Joint and Bone Health
- K2VITAL® (Vitamin K2 MK-7), CalGo®: Marine and dairy-based bone health actives
- Cardiometabolic Health
- Superba™ Krill Oil by Aker BioMarine: Omega-3 phospholipids for heart and liver health
- Healthy Aging and Beauty-from-Within
- Quatrefolic®: Active folate form
- Astapure®: Astaxanthin with anti-aging and antioxidant benefits
Represented Global Brands
- Gnosis by Lesaffre (Italy)
- Pantheryx (USA)
- Aker BioMarine (Norway)
- Verdure Sciences (USA)
- Verdipure, Vinh Wellness, Longvida®, Bio-gen Extracts, Kaneka, Maypro, Biowell
Services
- Technical and Scientific Support
- Regulatory Compliance Documentation (ANVISA)
- Clinical Study Data and Marketing Dossiers
- Formulation Guidance and Application Trials
- Regulatory Consulting for Ingredient Registration
Specialization and USP
- Scientific Ingredient Positioning: All ingredients supported by peer-reviewed clinical studies
- Global Sourcing Network: Exclusive Brazilian representation of industry-leading biotech and pharma-nutrition firms
- Regulatory Proficiency: Deep understanding of ANVISA and MAPA ingredient registration requirements
- Market Development Partner: Helps international suppliers enter and grow in the Brazilian market
- Education-Oriented Marketing: Frequent scientific webinars, white papers, and client training events
Financial Overview
Kilyos is a privately held entity with operations focused on premium nutritional ingredients. Public financials are not disclosed; however, industry benchmarking suggests:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: BRL 50–80 million
- Annual Growth Rate: ~20% CAGR from 2018 to 2023
- Client Base: 150+ clients including top dietary supplement brands in Brazil
Shipment and Trade Data
As a specialized importer, Kilyos manages small-to-mid batch importation of high-value actives:
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Main HS Codes:
- 2106.90 – Food preparations and nutraceuticals
- 2936.29 – Vitamins and derivatives
- 3507.90 – Enzymes and other bioactives
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Import Origins: Italy, USA, Norway, India, Japan
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Primary Import Types: Encapsulated actives, standardized extracts, liposomal nutrients
Target Markets
- Nutraceutical and Supplement Manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical and OTC Health Brands
- Functional Beverage and Food Companies
- Clinical Nutrition and Sports Nutrition Brands
- Beauty-from-Within Product Innovators
Capabilities
- Formulation Advisory: Customized ingredient recommendations based on health claim goals
- Marketing Toolkits: White-label materials, clinical abstracts, claim substantiation
- Scientific Training: Onboarding and workshops for client R&D and marketing teams
- Quality Control: Documentation including COAs, SDS, and Certificates of Origin
- Ingredient Launch Support: Education-based commercial campaigns and event activation
Certifications and Compliance
- ANVISA and MAPA Compliant
- Full Technical Dossiers for all Imported Actives
- Halal and Kosher Certificates (varies by product)
- Non-GMO and Allergen-Free Declarations
- GMP & ISO Certifications from global partner manufacturers
Industry Reputation
- Respected Science-Driven Distributor in Brazil’s health ingredient sector
- Recognized for bringing novel ingredients to market ahead of trends (e.g., microbiome, cognitive health)
- Frequently cited in technical seminars, trade events, and scientific publications
Major Achievements
- Over 50 exclusive ingredients launched in Brazil since 2010
- First Brazilian Distributor of Longvida® Curcumin and Superba™ Krill Oil
- Award-Winning Partnerships with Gnosis and Aker BioMarine for market expansion
- Expanded Education Platform in 2022, delivering webinars to 5,000+ industry professionals
- Achieved 100% regulatory approval success rate for imported nutraceutical actives
Kilyos Nutrition remains a key player in Brazil’s health and wellness ingredient space, advancing science-backed nutrition by connecting global innovation with Brazilian formulation expertise.