About DSM
Located at 576 Wurmisweg in Kaiseraugst, DSM Nutritional Products Europe operates a leading cosmetic lab in Switzerland’s Aargau region. The facility specializes in:
- UV filter development for sun care
- Natural and biotech skincare ingredients
- Hair and scalp health solutions
- Advanced ingredient research
With over 2,000 scientists and researchers, the Kaiseraugst site combines AI-driven testing capabilities with specialized R&D facilities to advance beauty and nutrition science across Europe.
Frequently asked questions
DSM Firmenich operates in four business segments:
- Perfumery & Beauty
- Fragrance creation
- Beauty formulations
- Personal care solutions
- Taste, Texture & Health
- Food ingredients
- Beverage solutions
- Nutrition applications
- Health Nutrition & Care
- Dietary supplements
- Pharmaceutical ingredients
- Medical nutrition
- Animal Nutrition & Health
- Feed solutions
- Animal health products
- Performance ingredients
The company employs 30,000 people and generates €12+ billion in annual revenue.
DSM Firmenich’s operational framework includes:
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These elements support the company’s position in global markets.
DSM Firmenich maintains a global R&D infrastructure:
- Research facilities
- 2,000+ scientists and researchers
- Creation laboratories
- Application centers
- Scientific capabilities
- Ingredient development
- Formula optimization
- Analytical testing
- Innovation centers
- Product development
- Process engineering
- Scale-up facilities
The network supports scientific research across nutrition, health, and beauty sectors.
More details about DSM
Leading Swiss innovation in health and beauty solutions
DSM Nutritional Products Europe operates as a cosmetic lab and research center from its headquarters in Kaiseraugst, Aargau, Switzerland. The company combines scientific innovation with sustainable approaches to develop health and beauty solutions.
Advanced research and development facilities
Located in the heart of Switzerland’s biotechnology hub, the facility houses over 2,000 scientists and researchers. The team utilizes AI and machine learning technologies to conduct thorough analysis and testing of various beauty and wellness products.
Scientific expertise and capabilities
- UV filter development for sun protection
- Skincare ingredient formulation
- Hair and scalp health solutions
- Bioactive compound research
Specialized product development
The Swiss facility focuses on three main areas of expertise:
UV protection technology
The company develops organic and mineral UV filters, establishing new standards in sun care applications through advanced research methods.
Skincare solutions
The research team works with synthetic, natural, and biotech ingredients to create effective skincare formulations based on deep understanding of skin biology.
Hair care innovation
The facility specializes in developing bioactive ingredients and performance solutions for hair and scalp health, supported by extensive clinical studies.
Research infrastructure
From its base in Kaiseraugst, DSM Nutritional Products Europe maintains a network of specialized facilities dedicated to research, creation, and practical applications. This Swiss location serves as a central hub for European operations, connecting various research initiatives across the continent.
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