{"id":7259,"date":"2025-05-23T06:10:17","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T10:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=7259"},"modified":"2025-05-23T06:10:17","modified_gmt":"2025-05-23T10:10:17","slug":"sfi-health-emea-shifts-to-local-packaging-operations-in-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=7259","title":{"rendered":"SFI Health EMEA shifts to local packaging operations in South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"


\n<\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n \n <\/picture>
SFI Health EMEA has been operating in the country since 2004 through a local subsidiary. Credit: Dmitry Kalinovsky\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

SFI Health EMEA, a regional division of natural healthcare provider SFI Health, has transitioned to fully managing the packaging of its branded products in South Africa.<\/p>\n

This strategic move aims to enhance SFI Health South Africa\u2019s product accessibility and flexibility in pack sizes tailored to South African consumer needs, without compromising on quality or efficacy.<\/p>\n

The initiative is set to have a positive impact on the local economy by sourcing all packaging materials from within South Africa and assembling the products domestically.<\/p>\n

This supports the country\u2019s manufacturing sector and aligns with SFI Health\u2019s commitment to sustainability by reducing transportation environmental impacts and promoting a circular, locally focused supply chain.<\/p>\n

SFI Health\u00a0South Africa co-leader of the project Susan Lewis, together with regional commercial finance manager Linda Wessels said: \u201cThis project is more than just a business decision \u2013 it\u2019s a commitment to the people of our community.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy sourcing locally and supporting local jobs, we\u2019re not only making our products more accessible, but also investing in the long-term well-being and economic resilience of the region.\u201d<\/p>\n

SFI Health EMEA has been operating in the country since 2004 through a local subsidiary responsible for marketing, sales, and distribution of its key food supplement brands.<\/p>\n

The company\u2019s portfolio includes Equazen, a brand known for its blend of essential fatty acids that support cognitive functions; KeenMind, which is clinically studied to enhance memory and learning retention; Gincosan, a combination of ginkgo biloba and panax ginseng extracts researched for cognitive performance improvement; and Ginsana, formulated to support immune function and physical stamina.<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

\n