AHF’s R&D Team: Industry Leaders in Dietary Supplement Contract Manufacturing
Our staff’s expertise in formulation science, product development and production support as your NSF Certified Co-Manufacturer.
Sam Michaels, Nutraceutical Advisor & Business Development Manager at American Health Formulations (AHF)
Sam Michaels, Nutraceutical Advisor & Business Development Manager
March 24, 2025
In today’s diverse supplement industry, experience and education in biochemistry is not just an advantage – it’s a necessity. Research and Development (R&D) is the engine that drives the differentiation in quality and service that businesses need.
By having your formulations professionally designed and optimized by a team of renowned biochemists, with decades of experience, your brand has the support to bring safer and more efficacious supplements to the market.
Not only are label claims truly satisfied by this support system, but machine performance and lead times are optimized as well. Providing brands with the full ability to capture new and larger customer bases.
The Role of R&D and Benefits of Custom Supplement Manufacturing
The global dietary supplements market was valued at approximately USD 177.50 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.1% from 2024 to 2030, reaching USD 327.42 billion by 2030.
Rising prevalence of chronic disorders, busy lifestyles, and changes in dietary patterns are some of the main factors driving growth.
R&D is the cornerstone of differentiating specialized products in today’s marketplace.
Custom supplement manufacturers with a one-of-a-kind R&D team can give brands the opportunity to enter any category and produce a product to meet any need.
Custom formulation is what drives the vitamin and natural products industry forward!
AHF’s Research & Product Development Program
- Custom Formulation Design
- Formula concept designed to determine theoretical feasibility. Includes optimization of blending, encapsulation/compression and physical properties for commercial scale production.
- Finished product specification generated.
- Product Development
- Lab / commercial scale production and evaluation of sample test batch.
- Process validation to meet finished product testing specification.
Why Partner With American Health Formulations for R&D
At AHF, each formula is designed and developed to satisfy all regulatory compliance requirements.
Our team will provide all the evidence to ensure your label claims, expiration date and safety standards will be met.
No matter what kind of nutraceutical you plan to make with your NSF GMP certified contract manufacturer (of capsules, tablets, powders or softgels), AHF’s industry leading research and development team can bring your vision and product to life.
One of four industrial size blenders in American Health Formulations’ NSF Certified / cGMP Certified facility
American Health Formulations (AHF) a leading provider of dietary supplement contract manufacturing services, including:
- Custom Supplement Manufacturing: Tailored formulations to meet your brand’s unique needs.
- Private Label Supplement Manufacturing: Market-ready, pre-developed formulations.
- Multiple Dosage Forms and Co-Packaging options:
- Analytical Testing & Stability Studies: On-site laboratories to support meeting cGMP regulatory requirements in purity, safety and product effectiveness.
- Graphic Design and Labeling: In-house graphic design team for labels and pouches to be professionally designed and printed.
Contact American Health Formulations today to learn how our expertise as a custom supplement manufacturer can help grow your health & wellness brand.