Vitamin K2—particularly Menaquinone-7 (MK-7)—has become a cornerstone ingredient in modern bone health, cardiovascular wellness, and healthy aging formulations. As the market shifts toward preventive health and clinically supported nutrients, K2 is increasingly paired with Vitamin D3, calcium, magnesium, and other bone/joint actives in capsules, tablets, softgels, and liquid products.
At E-Hiker Nutrition GmbH, we supply Vitamin K2 (MK-7) in both powder and oil formats across a wide range of specifications, helping brands and manufacturers choose the right potency for their dosage form, stability requirements, and target positioning.
What is Vitamin K2 (MK-7)?
Vitamin K is a family of fat-soluble vitamins. The two most discussed forms are:
- Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) – typically associated with normal blood coagulation
- Vitamin K2 (menaquinones) – involved in broader functions, especially calcium metabolism
Among K2 forms, MK-7 is preferred in supplements because it generally remains active longer in the body than shorter-chain menaquinones, supporting consistent functional activity with lower daily doses—one reason MK-7 is widely used in daily wellness and long-term health products.
Why Vitamin K2 is important: key physiological benefits
1) Supports bone mineralization
Vitamin K2 helps activate osteocalcin, a protein that binds calcium into the bone matrix. This supports the body’s natural process of maintaining strong bones, especially important for aging populations and individuals with low dietary intake of K2.
2) Helps maintain cardiovascular health
K2 is involved in activating Matrix Gla Protein (MGP), which plays a role in regulating calcium placement in the body. In practical terms, Vitamin K2 is widely used in formulas designed to support normal cardiovascular function and healthy aging.
3) Optimizes calcium metabolism and utilization
Many consumers take calcium and Vitamin D3, but modern formulations increasingly include K2 to support balanced calcium utilization—helping ensure calcium is directed where it is needed (bones and teeth) as part of the body’s normal physiology.
4) Popular synergy with Vitamin D3
Vitamin D3 supports calcium absorption, while K2 supports calcium activation pathways in the body. That is why D3 + K2 has become one of the most common pairings in bone and healthy aging products across the EU market.
Vitamin K2 formats: Powder vs Oil (and how to choose)
Vitamin K2 Powder
Powder is commonly used for:
- Tablets and hard capsules
- Premixes
- Powder blends
- Functional sachets
It is often preferred when manufacturers want easier handling in dry blending processes, or when producing high-volume solid dosage forms.
Vitamin K2 Oil
Oil is commonly used for:
- Softgels
- Liquid drops
- Emulsions
- Sprays
- Functional oils and liposomal concepts
Oil formats are frequently selected for softgels and liquid applications where dispersion in a lipid base supports consistent dosing and uniformity.
Our Available Specifications (Current Offering)
To support different formulation goals and dose requirements, we offer multiple potencies:
Vitamin K2 Powder (ppm)
1000 | 1500 | 2000 | 5000 | 10000 | 13000 | 15000
Vitamin K2 Oil (ppm)
1000 | 1500 | 2000 | 5000 | 10000 | 13000 | 15000 | 20000 | 50000 | 100000
This wide range gives our partners flexibility:
- Lower ppm options for broader premixes and cost-optimized formulations
- Higher ppm options where precise dosing and compact dosage forms are required
- Oil options covering standard softgel levels up to very high concentration applications
Product applications and formulation ideas
Vitamin K2 (MK-7) is widely used in:
Bone and joint health products
Typical combination concepts include:
- Vitamin D3 + K2
- K2 + Calcium + Magnesium
- K2 + Collagen + Minerals
- K2 + Boron / Zinc (depending on claim strategy and regional rules)
Cardiovascular and healthy aging formulas
Often combined with:
- Omega-3 concepts (where permitted/desired)
- Antioxidant blends
- Metabolic health support stacks
Popular finished product formats
- Capsules (HPMC or gelatin)
- Tablets
- Softgels
- Liquid drops
- Sprays and emulsified systems
Quality, documentation, and supply support
In B2B ingredient procurement, success depends on more than a label claim. We support customers with:
- Full documentation package: COA, TDS, MSDS (and additional documents as required)
- Batch traceability and consistent specification control
- Stable supply chain and responsive lead-time communication
- EU-focused support, aligned with professional customer expectations for documentation and compliance readiness
- OEM / Private Label capabilities for partners who want finished product development support
Why partners work with E-Hiker Nutrition GmbH
We are structured to support nutraceutical brands and manufacturers who need reliable ingredients and professional service:
- EU market focus and B2B supply experience
- Multiple K2 specifications in both powder and oil
- Flexible support for R&D sampling and scale-up
- Clear documentation and responsive communication
- Ability to support projects beyond K2 (including D3, minerals, and complementary actives) for complete formulation development
Request documents or samples
If you are developing a Vitamin K2 (MK-7) product—whether tablets/capsules or softgels/liquids—our team can recommend the most suitable specification for your dosage form and target dosing.
Contact us to request:
- Technical documentation (COA/TDS/MSDS)
- Current availability and lead time
- Samples for R&D evaluation