Stannous fluoride expansion

Solstice has completed a €5.5 million expansion of its stannous fluoride production facility in Seelze, Germany, increasing capacity by about 45%. Global demand for stannous fluoride is expected to grow at about 5-6%/year through the next decade as it becomes a core ingredient in new oral care products like toothpaste and mouthwash.

Stannous fluoride offers benefits such as anti-inflammatory and anti-plaque properties in addition to strengthening enamel, fighting gingivitis, reducing tooth sensitivity, and inhibiting plaque formation and build-up. Modern versions have been stabilised to avoid the staining issues associated with older formulations.