Categories
The 2026 NutraIngredients-USA Awards feature 16 diverse categories, celebrating excellence across ingredients, finished products, innovations, companies, individuals, initiatives, and more.
Don’t wait, entries close on Friday, March 20, 2026, so explore the categories and submit your entry today!
Ingredient of the Year
Our ingredient categories celebrate the best ingredients and innovations that the US industry has to offer in key consumer categories. Stand out as a leader in your market segment and showcase your success and innovation to the rest of the industry!
- Ingredient of the Year: Beauty-from-within
- Ingredient of the Year: Botanical
- Ingredient of the Year: Healthspan - in association with Nutra Healthspan Summit
- Ingredient of the Year: Microbiome Modulation - in association with Probiota Americas
- Ingredient of the Year: Mind and Mood
- Ingredient of the Year: Sports Nutrition - in association with Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA
Product of the Year
Our product awards categories showcase the best in finished product innovation, scientific substantiation, and market success related to specific health conditions or ingredients. This is your chance to stand out from the crowd in the US and highlight your commitment to science, innovation, and quality.
- Product of the Year: Beauty-from-within
- Product of the Year: Healthspan - in association with Nutra Healthspan Summit
- Product of the Year: Microbiome Modulation - in association with Probiota Americas
- Product of the Year: Sports Nutrition - in association with Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA
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Product of the Year: Weight Management
- in association with
Weight Management Summit
Specialty Awards
Our awards go beyond ingredients and products and gives other stakeholders the chance to shine. These awards spotlight the projects, initiatives, companies, people, and innovations making a tangible impact on the US industry.