OPTBIO Inc.
http://opt-bio.com/- Healthcare Foods
- Booth number W4-II11
- Overseas exhibitors
- Exportable

At Foodex Japan 2026, OPTBIO will introduce innovative food and healthcare solutions featuring OPT-A1, a functional ingredient concept focused on the GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) pathway, which is closely associated with appetite regulation and energy metabolism.
OPT-A1 is designed for food-based applications, aiming to support satiety management and metabolic balance within everyday diets. By translating the GLP-1 concept—traditionally associated with pharmaceuticals—into the functional food space, OPT-A1 offers a more accessible and consumer-friendly approach for daily use.
Products formulated with OPT-A1 demonstrate excellent stability and formulation versatility, making them suitable for a wide range of formats such as beverages, powders, jellies, and capsules. This flexibility enables efficient product development and broad application across different food categories.
Through OPT-A1, OPTBIO presents a future-oriented GLP-1 food solution platform that combines scientific insight with practical applicability. At Foodex Japan 2026, OPTBIO looks forward to connecting with global partners and exploring new opportunities in the rapidly evolving health-focused food market.
| Country / Region | KOREA |
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| Exhibited products | 'METAPRO': It is a vitamin formula enriched with GLP-1-activating metabiotics. |
Exhibit Product
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METAPRO
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Target Sector
METAPRO is designed for companies and brands operating in the health supplement, functional nutrition, and metabolic health markets. Its primary target buyers include dietary supplement brands, wellness and weight management brands, pharmaceutical-adjacent nutraceutical companies, and OEM/ODM partners seeking differentiated metabolic health solutions.
The product is particularly relevant for buyers focusing on obesity management, blood sugar regulation, liver fat metabolism, gut health, and immune support, where GLP-1–related mechanisms are gaining global attention.
Additionally, METAPRO is suitable for premium consumer health brands looking to offer an all-in-one daily supplement that combines metabiotics, probiotics, and multivitamins in a convenient format.
Given its patented technology and scientifically validated positioning, METAPRO is well aligned with buyers targeting clinically inspired, evidence-based, and premium health supplement segments, especially in markets where GLP-1–related metabolic solutions are expanding rapidly. -
Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
METAPRO is intended for daily, routine consumption as part of a comprehensive health and metabolic care regimen. It can be consumed anytime and anywhere, without water, thanks to its stick-type powder format.
Typical usage scenes include morning health routines, before or after exercise, during work or travel, and on-the-go lifestyle situations where convenience is essential.
It is positioned for individuals managing weight control, appetite balance, blood sugar regulation, gut health, and overall nutritional intake. METAPRO supports these needs by promoting GLP-1 secretion, maintaining gut microbiome balance, and providing essential daily vitamins in a single product.
The product eliminates the inconvenience of taking multiple supplements separately, making it suitable for busy professionals, health-conscious consumers, and individuals seeking simple but comprehensive daily health solutions. -
Specialities,Sales point
METAPRO’s core sales point lies in its patented GLP-1–promoting metabiotics technology based on Lactiplantibacillus plantarum OPT-A1. In vitro studies demonstrated a 331% increase in GLP-1 secretion compared to control intestinal cells.
The product integrates three key functions in one formula: metabolic balance through GLP-1 activation, gut health support with high-concentration probiotics (10 billion CFU), and nutritional balance via multivitamins meeting 80–180% of daily recommended intake.
Unlike conventional probiotics, METAPRO uses acid-resistant metabiotics, ensuring functional stability through the digestive tract.
Backed by registered Korean patents and OPTBIO’s proprietary R&D, METAPRO offers buyers a scientifically validated, premium, and differentiated solution in the competitive metabolic health supplement market.
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Target Sector
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METASLIM
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Target Sector
MetaSlim is designed for companies operating in the weight management, meal replacement, and functional nutrition markets. Its primary target buyers include health supplement brands, diet and wellness brands, functional food companies, and OEM/ODM partners seeking a scientifically positioned meal replacement solution.
The product is especially suitable for buyers targeting consumers who require calorie-controlled meals, low-sugar and high-protein nutrition, and balanced dietary management. MetaSlim aligns well with brands focusing on body fat reduction, daily nutrition supplementation, and convenient diet solutions.
In addition, MetaSlim appeals to buyers looking to expand into formulated foods for weight control, as defined by regulatory standards, where partial meal replacement with adjusted nutrients is required.
With its combination of controlled calories, protein, dietary fiber, functional ingredients, and probiotics, MetaSlim is positioned as a reliable, compliant, and consumer-friendly solution for brands addressing modern diet and weight management needs. -
Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
MetaSlim is intended to be used as a partial meal replacement as part of a structured weight management and dietary control routine. It can be consumed once or twice a day, typically in the morning and/or evening, replacing one or two meals while maintaining a balanced regular meal for the remaining time.
When mixed with milk, MetaSlim provides a light, calorie-controlled meal, making it suitable for individuals seeking to reduce daily caloric intake without compromising nutritional balance.
Typical usage scenes include busy mornings, light dinners, post-exercise recovery, or controlled diet periods, where convenience and nutrition are equally important.
MetaSlim is also appropriate for consumers who prefer a low-sugar, high-protein shake, or those who want a simple way to manage calorie intake while maintaining satiety through protein, dietary fiber, and textured ingredients such as cornflakes and granola. -
Specialities,Sales point
MetaSlim’s key strength lies in its balanced formulation for weight control, combining controlled calories with essential nutrients. One sachet contains 148 kcal, and when consumed with milk, provides approximately 250 kcal, significantly lower than a typical meal.
It features low sugar content (1.8 g per serving) using alternative sweeteners, along with high dietary fiber (16% of daily recommended intake) to support satiety.
MetaSlim also delivers 16.2 g of protein per serving, covering 29% of the daily recommended intake, supporting muscle maintenance during dieting.
Additionally, the formula includes heat-treated probiotics and probiotic metabolites derived from Lactobacillus plantarum, as well as Garcinia Cambogia extract, a functional ingredient approved to help reduce body fat.
Manufactured in a HACCP-certified facility, MetaSlim offers safety, functionality, and convenience in a single formulated food product.
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Target Sector
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OPT-A1
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Target Sector
OPT-A1 is positioned for B2B customers operating in the functional food, nutraceutical, and health-focused consumer goods markets. Key target sectors include functional food and beverage brands, dietary supplement manufacturers, food-tech companies, and private-label producers seeking metabolically oriented ingredient concepts.
The ingredient concept is suitable for companies targeting weight-management-oriented nutrition, satiety-focused food products, and daily health solutions designed for modern lifestyles. OPT-A1 is especially appealing to buyers looking to translate advanced metabolic concepts into scalable, consumer-friendly food applications while maintaining formulation flexibility and regulatory adaptability across global markets. -
Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
OPT-A1 is designed for everyday dietary use, supporting integration into a wide range of food and nutrition products. Typical usage scenes include daily functional beverages, nutritional powders, jellies, ready-to-mix sachets, and capsule or stick-type supplements intended for routine comsumption.
It can be positioned within lifestyle-oriented nutrition programs, such as products consumed before or between meals, or as part of a balanced daily wellness routine. OPT-A1-based formulations are suitable for consumers seeking convenient, non-pharmaceutical options that fit naturally into modern eating habits, including busy professionals and health-conscious individuals. Its versatility allow brands to design products for both preventive wellness and long-term lifestyle support. -
Specialities,Sales point
OPT-A1’s key sales strength lies in its metabolism-focused concept combined with high formulation versatility. It enables brands to address growing consumer interest in metabolic balance and appetite-related nutrition through food-based solutions, rather than medical positioning.
From a development perspective, OPT-A1 supports multiple dosage forms and product formats, allowing efficient product expansion across categories. Its concept-driven positioning provides strong storytelling value while remaining compatible with practical manufacturing requirements. OPT-A1 helps brands differentiate their portfolios by offering a future-oriented, food-tech–driven ingredient concept that bridges scientific insight with real-world consumer usability, making it a compelling option for innovation-led product lines.
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Target Sector