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How did it start?

Drawing on years of experience in the distribution of feed products, Chr. Olesen expanded into the distribution of Food ingredients in 2003. Since 2013, the Chr. Olesen Nutrition division has been actively developing into a global distributor of Food ingredients. This division is led by Christoph Schrader.
You can read more about our history here.

What do we do now?

Today, Chr. Olesen Nutrition distributes a broad range of ingredients to the food, beverage, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and supplement industries worldwide from our offices in Europe, Latin America, and the USA. Our dedicated team is committed to providing high-quality products and services to our customers. Ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and safety is at the cornerstone of our business.

Looking into the future

Our goal is to continuously meet the changing needs of our customers within the Food industry. We are confident that by investing in innovation, quality, and, customer service, we will continue to be an important distributor in the international food ingredients industry.

Key insights into our Food division:

  • The Chr. Olesen Food business was established in 2003.
  • We operate from warehouse locations in Germany, Belgium, Spain, the USA, Brazil, and Mexico.
  • We have a dedicated QA department that ensures the continuous quality of our distributed products.
  • Olesen Nutrition A/S is approved by the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration.
  • Our Quality Management System is based on DS/EN ISO 9001:2015 certification, and HACCP principles are fully implemented.

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Product list

The Chr. Olesen Food division specialises in distributing ingredients to the food, beverage, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and supplement industries worldwide. We source high-quality products from selected manufacturers.

Vitamins - water soluble

Vitamin B1 – Hydrochloride & DC 97%
Vitamin B1 – Mononitrate & DC 98%
Vitamin B2 – Riboflavin
Vitamin B2 5 Phosphate
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6 Hydrochloride & DC 97%
D-Biotin Pure
D-Biotin 10%
Folic Acid
Vitamin B12 Pure

Vitamin B12 0,1%
Vitamin C
Vitamin C 100 Mesh
Vitamin C 325 Mesh
Vitamin C DC 97%
Sodium Ascorbate
Sodium Ascorbate DC 99%
Calcium Ascorbate
Calcium Ascorbate DC 97%

Vitamins - fat soluble

Vitamin A Acetate 325.000 U.I./g CWS
Vitamin A Palmitate 1.700.000 U.I./g
Vitamin A Palmitate Powder 250.000 U.I./g CWS
Vitamin D3 100.000 I.U./g CWS
Vitamin E Acetate 98%
Vitamin E Acetate 50% CWS
Other concentrations upon request

Acidulants

Citric Acid Anhydrous
Citric Acid Monohydrate
DL-Malic Acid
Tartaric Acid
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate

Sweeteners

Acesulfame K
Aspartame
Erythritol
Licorice Extract (Glycyrrhiza Uralensis) 95%
Luo Han Guo Extract (Momordica Grosvenori)
Stevia Extracts (Stevia Rebaudiana)
Sodium Saccharin
Sucralose
Xylitol

Preservatives

Erythorbic Acid
Potassium Sorbate
Sodium Erythorbate
Sorbic Acid

Flavour Enhancers and Aromatics

Anethol and Anis Oil
Cornmint
Ethyl Maltol
Ethyl Vanillin
Eucalyptus Oil & Eucalyptol Menthol
Eugenol
Jamaica Quassia
Malto

Mono Ammonium Glycyrrhizinate (MAG)
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
Natural Cis-3-Hexenol
Natural Menthol
Natural Quinine
Peppermint Oil
Vanillin

Botanicals

Apple Skin Extract (Malus Pumila)
Bamboo Leaf Extract (Phyllostachys Meyeri)
Bilberry Fruit Extract (Vaccinium Myrtillus)
Black Garlic Extract (Allium Sativum)
Echinacea Purpurea (Echinacea Purpurea)
Ginkgo Biloba Extract (Ginkgo Biloba)
Grape Seed Extract (Vitis Vinifera)
Green Tea Extract (Camellia Sinensis)
Horsetail Extract (Equisetum Arvense)
Licorice Extract (Glycyrrhiza Uralensis)
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum)
Mulberry Leaf Extract (Morus Alba)
Natural Resveratrol Extract (Polygonum
Cuspidatum)
Panax Ginseng Extract (Panax Ginseng)
Pomegranate Extract (Punica Granatum)
Rhodiola Rosea Extract (Rhodiola Rosea)
Siberian Ginseng Extract (Eleutherococcus
Senticosus)
Turmeric Extract (Curcuma Longa)
Organic Plant Powders & Extracts
Tailor made extracts

Hydrocolloids

Beef Gelatin
Carrageenan
Citrus Pectin
Fish Gelatin
Pig Gelatin
Starches (Clean Label & Modified Potato)
Tara Gum
Xanthan Gum
Guar Gum
Hydrolyzed Guar Gum

Proteins

Beef Collagen Hydrolysed
Fish Collagen Hydrolysed
Pig Collagen Hydrolysed
Soya Protein Isolate
Soya Protein Concentrate Functional

Amino Acids

Creatine
L-Carnitine
L-Cysteine
L-Glutamine
L-Isoleucine
L-Leucine
L-Valine
Taurine

Antioxidants

D-Alpha-Tocopherol
DL-Alpha-Tocopherol
Green Tea Extracts
Mixed Tocopherols 50%, 70% & 90%
Rosemary Extracts

Nutritional Oils

Borage Oil
Conjugated Linoleic Acid
DHA Algae Oil
EPA/DHA Fish Oil Concentrate
Evening Primrose Oil
Omega-3 Fish Oil
Pumpkin Seed Oil
Lutein Ester

Miscellaneuos

Caffeine Anhydrous
Calcium Lactate Pentahydrate
Chlorella
Coenzyme Q10
D-Glucuronolactone
D-Xylose
Inositol
Spirulina
Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate (SAIB)
Yeast Extracts

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Quality

In Chr. Olesen, we are committed to providing the highest quality products to our customers through our quality management system. Our QA department ensure on a daily basis that the products we distribute meet the statutory quality requirements while balancing the needs of our customers.

Our Quality Policy

The Quality Policy of Chr. Olesen Group sets forth the principles for upholding the utmost standards of quality and safety in every facet of our business activities.

Quality Management System

We have a well-implemented quality management system. This system ensures that we work with carefully selected high-quality products, follow strict handling and distribution processes, conduct regular quality checks and testing, train our people and continuously monitor and improve our processes.

DS/EN ISO 9001:2015

By adhering to DS/EN ISO 9001:2015, we ensure that food ingredients distributed by us comply with the highest safety and quality standards. To meet the certification standards, we control our products, our transportation and warehousing, and we train our personnel. Chr. Olesen Nutrition A/S is certified according to DS/EN ISO 9001:2015 standards. However, the processes and principles are implemented throughout the entire group of Chr. Olesen subsidiaries within Europe and the USA.

HACCP Principles

HACCP is a systematic and preventive approach to food safety that helps identify and control potential hazards in production and preparation. Its principles are implemented throughout the entire group of Chr. Olesen subsidiaries within the Food business.

Member of Sedex

Chr. Olesen Nutrition A/S’ membership of Sedex signifies our commitment to sharing information and utilizing it to enhance ethical standards within the supply chain. We strive to actively manage and improve ethical practices through our membership with Sedex.

Ecovadis

Chr. Olesen Nutrition A/S is a member of Ecovadis. 

Training

We are committed to continuously improving our product knowledge and processes through training and education.

Non-conforming products

For any non-conforming products, the following registration form can be used.

Our self-service

Chr. Olesen’s self-service platform allows you, as a customer, to obtain a thorough overview of your current orders with Chr. Olesen. It allows you to keep track of your balance, provides easy access to invoices, and enables you to view your open orders.

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Contacts

You are welcome to reach out to our Food team. Whether you have questions about our products, an order, or a delivery, or simply want to learn more about our services, we’re here to assist you.

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Christoph Schrader

Christoph Schrader

Managing Partner
GERMANY
Phillip Olesen

Phillip Christian Olesen

Business Development Director, USA
USA
Daniel Croffi Magoga

Daniel Croffi Magoga

Commercial Manager & Partner
BRAZIL

Karsten Köhler

Partner, Global Purchase and Sales Director
GERMANY
Ignacio de Rojas

Ignacio de Rojas

Partner, General Manager
SPAIN
David van der Velden

David van der Velden

Partner
BELGIUM
Bart de Schutter

Bart de Schutter

Partner
BELGIUM
André Otten

André Otten

Senior Sales Manager
GERMANY
Esteban Molina

Esteban Molina

Sales Manager
SPAIN

Axel Salomon

Sales & Purchasing Director
SPAIN
Fabien Depond

Fabien Depond

Sales Manager
FRANCE & ITALY

Christel Steppe

Sales Manager
BELGIUM
Glenn Adriaensens

Glenn Adriaensens

Sales Manager
BELGIUM
Mark Dale

Mark Dale

Sales & Sales Support Manager, USA
USA

Rafael Almeida

Salesman
BRAZIL

Pablo Domingues

Senior Salesman
BRAZIL
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Sonia Huerta

Sales & Business Development
MEXICO

Jaime Canovas

QA Manager
DENMARK

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