How to Find a Supplement Manufacturer for Your Private Label Supplement Brand

Learn from the premier team at American Health Formulations

January 14, 2024

Choosing the right supplement manufacturer is a critical step in bringing your dietary supplement product to market. A reliable manufacturing partner ensures product quality, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery. Here’s a comprehensive guide on “how to find a supplement manufacturer”, with insights from the premier team at American Health Formulations (AHF).

1) Define Your Product Requirements

Before searching for a manufacturer, clearly outline your product specifications:

Supplement Form: Determine the desired form—capsules, tablets, powders, softgels, or gummies.
Ingredients: Decide between synthetic, natural, or organic components.
Specifications: Identify important specifications such as non-GMO, or gluten-free.

2) Research Potential Manufacturers

When evaluating potential manufacturers, consider the following:

Experience and Reputation: Look for companies with decades of experience in producing high-quality supplements.
Certifications & Quality : Ensure the manufacturer complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and is a NSF Certified Company.
Capabilities: Filter down the list of manufactures based on what form(s) of supplements they specialize in.

3) Assess Quality Control Measures

Quality assurance is paramount in supplement manufacturing. Inquire about:

Transparency: Does the manufacturer offer all quality assurance and control information on their website?
Testing Procedures: Confirm that the manufacturer conducts comprehensive testing for purity, potency, and contaminants.
Sourcing of Raw Materials: Ensure that ingredients are sourced from reputable suppliers.

4) Evaluate Manufacturing Capabilities

Consider the manufacturer’s ability to meet your production needs:

Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs): Ensure their MOQs align with your budget and demand forecasts.
Scalability: Assess whether the manufacturer can scale production as your business grows.
Lead Times: Understand their production timelines to ensure they can meet your launch schedule.

Remember: Choosing a manufacturer with flexible capabilities will support your brand’s growth trajectory.

5) Review Additional Services

Some manufacturers offer value-added services:

Research and Development (R&D): Does the manufacture provide formulation research and development.
Packaging and Labeling: Does the manufacturer provide label design and packaging services?
Innovation and Regulatory Support: Does the manufacturer provide innovation support and regulatory consulting?

Partnering with a full-service manufacturer can simplify the production process and reduce costs.

6) Request References and Samples

Ask for:

Client References: Contact other brands that have worked with the manufacturer to learn about their experiences.
Product Samples: Evaluate the quality and consistency of their products.

Gathering feedback from current or past clients can reveal potential strengths and weaknesses.

8) Negotiate Terms and Agreements

Once you’ve selected a manufacturer:

Discuss Pricing: Ensure transparency in cost structures and negotiate favorable terms.
Establish Timelines: Set clear expectations for production schedules and delivery dates.
Review Contracts: Carefully examine all contractual agreements, including confidentiality clauses and intellectual property rights.

Clear communication and well-defined agreements will foster a successful partnership.

Partnering with American Health Formulations (AHF)

At American Health Formulations, we pride ourselves on being one of the premier supplement manufacturing companies in North America. Our comprehensive services include:

Custom and Private Label Supplement Manufacturing: Tailored formulations to meet your brand’s unique needs.
Manufacturing and Packaging: Our global outreach to virtually all ingredients and packaging in the nutraceutical space provides your company with the best support in procuring the industries best materials.
Research and Product Development: AHF is comprised of exceptionally talented and knowledgeable scientists, chemists, researchers, developers, formulation and process engineers spanning over 30 years of experience.
Graphic Design and Labeling: Our in-house graphic design team can have your labels and pouches professionally designed and printed.
Innovation Support and Regulatory Consulting: Specializing in process development, IP licensing, herbal medicine-based phytochemical screenings, ingredient evaluation and delivery enhancement.

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