About Nequia Group BV

Who We Are

Nequia Group BV is an oral‑care formulation consultancy specializing in the development, optimization, and troubleshooting of toothpaste, mouthwash, gels, whitening systemsfor EU and US markets.
We combine scientific rigor with practical, hands‑on formulation experience to help brands create safe, effective, and commercially viable products.

Our Expertise

With more than 15 years of formulation experience, Nequia supports companies across the full development cycle:

• Ingredient selection and compatibility
• Active delivery systems
• Stability and robustness
• Sensory and texture optimization
• Regulatory alignment for EU/US markets
• Troubleshooting and upscaling
• Whitening and peroxide‑free systems
• Private‑label and new brand development

Laboratory Access

Nequia operates with access to laboratory facilities at the Bio Science Park in Leiden, enabling controlled testing, iterative formulation work, and small‑scale prototyping.

Our Approach

We follow a structured, methodical process:

1. Assessment — Understanding your product goals, constraints, and regulatory requirements.
2. Formulation — Developing or optimizing formulas based on performance, stability, and sensory targets.
3. Testing — Evaluating stability, compatibility, and performance.
4. Refinement — Iterating based on data and feedback.
5. Scale‑Up Support — Ensuring smooth transition from lab to production.

Every project is handled with precision, transparency, and scientific integrity.

Leadership

Matt Spaid — Owner Matt is an oral-care formulation specialist with more than 20 years of experience in whitening systems, nano‑hydroxyapatite toothpaste, mouthwash, and professional dental products.

Peter Helversteijn — Director & Formulation Specialist Peter brings over 15 years of hands‑on oral‑care formulation experience, with a background in developing products for both established brands and emerging startups. His expertise spans ingredient chemistry, formulating, practical troubleshooting during scale‑up and manufacturing.

Our Mission

To help companies create oral‑care products that are scientifically sound, regulatory‑compliant, and commercially successful — without unnecessary complexity or marketing fluff.

Let’s Connect

If you’re developing a new oral‑care product or improving an existing one, we’re here to support you.

peter@nequia.com Leiden, The Netherlands