In a move that’s sure to shake up the dietary supplement and beverage industries, PLT Health Solutions has officially been announced as the global commercialization partner for CellFlo6, a breakthrough,[1] patented green tea extract.[2] This partnership represents a major milestone for the CellFlo6 team, led by inventors Matt Nickerson and Mike Sperduti, as PLT Health is one of the most respected names in ingredient innovation, known for its rigorous vetting process and commitment to bringing only the best ingredients to market.
CellFlo6 x PLT Health: Why This Partnership is a Big Deal
PLT Health Solutions has teamed up with CellFlo6, a patented green tea extract making waves in the supplement and beverage industries.
PLT Health Solutions is no stranger to high-quality, scientifically-backed ingredients. Their portfolio of beverage-stable ingredients has earned a stellar reputation, making them a perfect partner for CellFlo6, which has recently garnered serious attention in the beverage space for its use in 7-Eleven’s Fusion Energy Drink. Now, with PLT on board, CellFlo6 is set to expand even further into the worlds of sports performance, health and wellness supplements, functional beverages, and even functional foods.
What makes this partnership so exciting is PLT’s history of vetting ingredients with precision. As discussed on PricePlow Podcast Episode #146 with PLT’s Steve Fink and Jeremy Appleton, PLT rigorously reviews ingredients before bringing them on board, ensuring that they deliver on their claims. Clearly, CellFlo6 passed this test, positioning itself as one of the most exciting new ingredients to hit the market.
The Science Behind CellFlo6
CellFlo6 isn’t just another green tea extract — it’s a patented formulation that targets galloylated procyanidin dimers,[2] which set it apart from standard green tea catechin extracts like EGCG. These unique compounds have been shown to improve blood flow, support cardiovascular health, and even enhance athletic performance through their role in promoting vasodilation and boosting nitric oxide (NO) production.
One study published in the famous Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found that 600 milligrams of CellFlo6 significantly increased arterial blood flow 3 minutes after an arm exercise.[3]
600 milligrams of CellFlo6 shows significantly increased arterial blood flow 3 minutes after an arm exercise.[3]
A beverage stable novel green tea extract
What makes this ingredient even more exciting is its potential for beverage stability. Many green tea extracts lose their efficacy in liquid formulations, but CellFlo6 has been shown to maintain its bioactivity in ready-to-drink products. This opens the door to exciting innovations in functional beverages — a space that PLT has long dominated with its other beverage-stable ingredients.
PLT Health Solutions: Growth Through Innovation
This also fits in perfectly with what PLT Health Solutions has been doing — earlier this year, we covered their PLT Health’s Beverage Stable Ingredients, and now it looks like we have another one to add to the list! The company has seen the growth of beverages, and is very well positioned to be a serious partner no matter what kind of drink a company is formulating.
Big Wins Already: 7-Eleven’s Fusion Energy Drink
CellFlo6 already has some major victories under its belt, including its inclusion in 7-Eleven’s private-label energy drink, Fusion. This partnership with 7-Eleven marked a significant milestone, proving that CellFlo6 could deliver real results in one of the most competitive sectors of the market — energy drinks.
7-Eleven’s Fusion Energy Drink, part of their 7-Select lineup, represents a massive shake-up in the convience store industry, with a packed label featuring patented CellFlo6 green tea extract and 200 milligrams of caffeine from two sources.
The success of Fusion has clearly opened up new doors for CellFlo6, and with PLT’s global reach, we expect to see even greater widespread adoption.
What’s Next for CellFlo6?
There are already discussions with beverage companies, sports performance brands, and health and wellness formulators to get this powerful ingredient incorporated into a range of new products, so expect to see them in 2025 and beyond. From boosting blood flow to improving athletic performance and cardiovascular health, CellFlo6 is a versatile ingredient that serves as a whole body health ingredient — not just as a “workout pump” ingredient — and it’s ready to break into mainstream markets.
For anyone attending SupplySide West 2024, make sure to stop by the PLT Health Solutions booth, where you’ll get an exclusive look at the new CellFlo6 concepts. If you’re a formulator, this is your chance to see firsthand how this ingredient can take your products to the next level.
PLT and CellFlo6: A Perfect Union for Innovation
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The partnership between PLT Health Solutions and CellFlo6 is a major win for both companies, and more importantly, for consumers. With PLT’s expertise in global commercialization and CellFlo6’s impressive scientific backing, we’re looking at an ingredient poised for explosive growth in the coming years. This partnership solidifies CellFlo6’s position as a top-tier, high-performing green tea extract, and we’re excited to see it continue to make waves in the supplement and beverage industries.
For those looking to learn more, stay tuned to PricePlow for the latest updates. Make sure to subscribe to our PLT Health news alerts and check out Episode #146 on the PricePlow Podcast to hear how PLT Health rigorously evaluates ingredients before bringing them to market.
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