Sagentia Innovation partners with leading consumer brands to transform ideas into market-ready products.
We provide comprehensive support – from early insight and strategy through to product development and realisation – helping clients innovate quickly and with confidence.
Our teams combine deep scientific expertise, advanced engineering, and consumer insight to solve complex challenges with precision and impact. By anticipating trends, navigating regulatory change, and creating solutions that resonate with consumers, we enable brands to stay ahead in fast-moving markets.
Consumer innovation areas we specialise in:
Resilient supply chains
Building robust supply chains for a complex world
Emerging technologies are critical to building resilient supply chains. We help brands leverage advanced technologies, predictive analytics, and alternative sourcing strategies to optimise production, reduce risk, boost efficiency and mitigate disruption.
We work with clients to strengthen operational reliability, improve responsiveness, and ensure continuity in an increasingly complex global environment, giving businesses the confidence to adapt quickly and maintain competitive advantage.
Advanced chemistry solutions
Innovating through chemistry for better performance
Innovative chemistries unlock new possibilities for ingredients, formulations, process and packaging. We work with clients to develop advanced solutions that enhance product performance, improve sustainability, and optimise manufacturing efficiency.
Our expertise spans material science, formulation design, and regulatory compliance, enabling consumer brands to deliver safer, smarter, and more effective products that meet evolving market needs and consumer expectations.
Next-generation consumer technologies
Smarter solutions powered by science
Breakthrough technologies are transforming consumer experiences. We integrate advanced science into smarter devices and connected solutions to deliver superior functionality, reduced environmental impact and intuitive design. Our deep technical expertise de‑risks R&D decision processes in cost‑sensitive, competitive markets.
Sagentia’s key differentiator is that we combine robust scientific principles with engineering, mechatronics and design expertise to enhance the performance not only of devices, but devices plus consumables – for example across food and drink (e.g. soft drinks, powdered beverages, ice cream), beauty (e.g. topicals) or consumer robotics categories
Working across several sectors, including beauty, personal care, consumer health and home & kitchen appliances, our goal is to integrate devices and consumables (formulations) into a seamless system, where we introduce new functionality, create brand differentiation for our clients, and deliver superior performance for users.
Sustainability & packaging
Designing for sustainability without compromise
Sustainability is a business imperative – but it must be scalable. We design packaging, product and manufacturing solutions that meet environmental goals without compromising performance or profitability.
Our expertise includes material and ingredient innovation and circular economy principles – helping brands reduce waste, lower carbon impact, and align with consumer demand for responsible, sustainable choices while maintaining commercial success and growth.
Through our sister company, Sagentia Regulatory, we offer in-depth understanding of regulations in territories around the world. This expertise allows us to provide practical advice to clients, helping them to identify and develop solutions which are compliant with the ever-changing regulatory environment.
Health & nutrition
Creating health solutions which consumers can trust
Consumer health and nutrition needs are evolving rapidly. We identify attractive, emerging opportunity spaces and develop differentiated propositions that resonate with changing lifestyles and regulatory frameworks – for example, addressing concerns about ultra-processed foods and the integration of natural ingredients.
From functional ingredients and bio-actives to personalised solutions, we combine scientific insight and market understanding to help brands deliver products that support wellness, meet compliance standards, and drive long-term growth.
Consumer segments that benefit from our services:
Food & Beverage
Driving Food & Beverage for Global brands
We help leading food and beverage companies innovate and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Our end-to-end approach covers insights, strategy, formulation, and product realisation – delivering solutions that meet consumer expectations and regulatory standards.
From chemistry-led formulation and food safety to nutrition-focused products aligned with wellness trends, we combine science and technology to create trusted solutions.
Our expertise in sustainable packaging, upcycling food waste, and manufacturing innovation ensures smarter, faster, and greener production. With decades of experience, we enable F&B brands to launch products that stand out and succeed.
Consumer Health
Innovation for consumer health and wellness
Consumers demand health products that are safe, effective, and sustainable.
We partner with global health brands to develop solutions that combine advanced formulation, functional ingredients, and digital health technologies for personalised experiences.
Our team ensures compliance with complex regulations while integrating eco-conscious design principles. From concept to launch, we help brands deliver trusted consumer health innovations that meet evolving wellness trends and build long-term loyalty.
Petcare
Science-Led Petcare Innovation
Pet owners expect the same quality for their pets as they do for themselves.
We help petcare brands create products that enhance pet health and lifestyle—through nutrition-focused formulations, durable sustainable packaging, and smart devices for monitoring and care.
Our multidisciplinary approach blends engineering, science, and consumer insight to deliver novel formats and convenient solutions. With deep technical expertise, we enable petcare brands to innovate confidently and grow in a competitive market.
Personal Care & Beauty
Next-Generation Beauty and Personal Care Innovation
We partner with global beauty brands to create products that combine performance, safety, and sustainability.
Our capabilities include advanced formulations, eco-friendly packaging design, and integration of smart technologies for enhanced consumer experiences.
Navigating global regulatory landscapes can be complex – we aim to keep it simple. With scientific and technical expertise, we help brands deliver beauty innovations that resonate with consumers and comply with international standards.
Household products & appliances
Transforming household product innovation
Household brands need products that balance functionality, sustainability, and consumer appeal. We deliver science-led solutions that redefine everyday experiences – through smart appliances, eco-friendly materials, and user-centric design.
Our expertise spans formulation and safety, robotics, and precision engineering to create reliable, high-performing devices.
Read more of our case studies
December 18, 2025
Unlocking the potential of natural actives for next-generation FMCG products
December 19, 2025
Innovating pet food coatings: reducing reliance on animal derived ingredients
December 19, 2025
Strategic action plan for specialty chemical companies: unlocking value from global formulation trends
Innovation services
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Locations
Sagentia is headquartered in the Cambridge, UK and has numerous offices throughout UK, Europe and North America.