Metagenics
Health supplements
Founded in 1985. US private equity firm Gryphon Investors acquired Metagenics from Amway parent company Alticor in 2021.

Overall

Owned USA
Rating B
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Company Ownership

Metagenics Inc
USA
Gryphon Investors Inc
owns 100% of Metagenics Inc
USA
Private equity firm
Middle market private equity firm with US$9 billion assets under management.

Company Assessment

(Last updated Jan 2024)
Metagenics Inc
Praise
Certified B Corporation
Certified B Corporations use the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. B Corps meet comprehensive and transparent social and environmental performance standards; meet higher legal accountability standards; and build business constituency for good business.
Information
$1.3m false advertising settlement
In 2019 Metagenics Inc agreed to pay US$1.3 million to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging Metagenics food products are falsely advertised as being able to treat medical conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular problems, fatigue, and even bowel problems.
How2Recycle member
This company is a member of How2Recycle. The How2Recycle Label is a voluntary, standardized labeling system that clearly communicates recycling instructions to the public. It involves a coalition of forward thinking brands who want their packaging to be recycled and are empowering consumers through smart packaging labels. Companies must be a member of the program to use the How2Recycle Label.
Modern Slavery statement
California, the UK and Australia have all enacted legislation requiring companies operating within their borders to disclose their efforts to eradicate modern slavery from their operations and supply chains. Follow the link to see this company's disclosure statement.
Gryphon Investors Inc
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Sustainability claims
This company has sustainability claims on its website under the headings DEI, ESG and Community.
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Company Details

Type:
Private company
Founded:
1985
Employees:
850+ (2012)
Subsidiaries:
Metagenics (Aust) Pty Ltd
Health supplements
Founded in 1985 by Leon and Michael Brosnan. Acquired by Metagenics in 2005.

Contact Details

Address:
San Clemente, California, USA
Website:
www.metagenics.com

Products / Brands

Metagenics Australia
Ethical Nutrients Vitamins
Inner Health Digestive Care