FGF-2 Food is considered a crucial molecule for the cell cultivation of muscle and connective tissue cells, as it promotes cell division and precisely controls the formation of tissue. This innovation will enable manufacturers to dispense with animal components such as calf serum in future, while reducing the cost and complexity of their processes. The market for cultured meat is growing dynamically. More than 170 companies worldwide are working on corresponding technologies. With its new growth factor, WACKER is positioning itself as a strategic supplier to an industry that wants to make sustainable protein sources marketable on a large scale.
Press release from "Wacker Chemie AG" dated November 3, 2025