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IPA is a global non-profit organization that advocates for the safe and efficacious use of Pre-, Pro- and Post- biotics. We bring together the knowledge and resources of scientists, healthcare professionals, academics and regulators to define clear standards that advance the quality of Pre-, Pro- and Post- biotics.

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The global voice of biotics:

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We bring clarity to a complex world

About us

We have a worldwide reach

IPA unites a global network of over 120 member companies across nearly 30 countries, representing key industry stakeholders. With 67 governmental outreach initiatives, IPA actively engages with regulators worldwide, ensuring scientific advancement, regulatory clarity, and broader awareness of pre-, pro-, and postbiotics on a global scale.

Our members

We embrace all biotics

We believe that by guiding, educating and promoting clear standards for the industry,members, regulators and end-users will benefit from the advancement of high-quality pre-, post- and probiotics.

Discover the growing world of prebiotics and learn how this category is evolving across science, regulation, and industry. Click to explore IPA’s role, current challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of prebiotics.

Probiotics are where the IPA’s journey begins. As the foundation of biotics science, they’ve evolved from traditional use to clinically supported health applications. This section introduces their definition, history, regulation, and the IPA’s continued leadership in shaping global standards. Click to explore the world of probiotics.

Postbiotics are gaining global interest as a new and promising category in microbiome science. With evolving definitions and increasing applications, this section offers a gateway to better understand the science, regulatory questions, and IPA’s role in shaping the future of postbiotics. Click to explore this emerging field.

Biotics for every purpose

Explore the evolving regulatory landscape and market trends for probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics in both human health and companion animals. This section offers key insights, historical context, and global comparisons to help navigate a complex but rapidly growing field.