Why Choose Food Research Lab's FRL as Your Food Product Development (FPD) Consultant and Partner?

There are several options in almost every product area in today’s market, and the difficulty is in coming up with unique items that stand out and connect with customers. Food Research Lab's Food Research Lab (FRL) takes a holistic approach to creating food and beverage products. We define, demographically target, and build effective goods through a sequential process for category selection and comprehension. The client can visit the lab to learn the process. We offer unlimited rounds of revisions to ensure customer satisfaction. The final product prototype, along with the documentation process, including the video (through email), will be shipped to the client, and in case the client is not satisfied with the video, a food technology consultant will visit the place for the product demo at the client’s costs.

What are the different forms that you deliver the Food Product Formulations?

The food industry is witnessing a new form of consumption. Keeping that in mind, we can formulate the products in the form of ready-to-eat, ready-to-drink, ready-to-mix, ready-to-serve, and ready-to-cook food products. We use ingredients that offer an added value to the development and improve its indulgence and sustainability in terms of its functional ingredients, plant-based food dyes, and natural preservatives with a clean label.

What are the sectors Food Research Lab cover?

We cover a wide range of sectors such as soups, sauces and dips, chips, tortillas, dry beverage powder, plant-based products, masalas, puddings, instant mixes and many more.

How is sensory testing been carried out?

Our sensory examination leads to the precise formulation and recipe recommendations. We develop data-driven design models based on sensory research and customer insights. The fact-based design methodology used by Food Research Lab reduces risk and gives our clients market confidence while cutting development time in half. With our dedicated sensory lab facility, our team takes satisfaction in creating and optimizing successful products in the marketplace, generating a favourable return on investment, and developing brand advocates.

Herbal Manufacturing

Food Research Lab (FRL) Contract Manufacturing: Your Trusted Partner in Herbal Production

Contract Manufacturing of Herbal Products

FRL Contract Manufacturing: Your Trusted Partner in Herbal Production

Are you on the quest for Finding the contract Manufacturer. Look no further than Food Research Lab (FRL) offers contract manufacturing services. We handle sourcing and production management.

Contract manufacturing of herbal products, also known as co-packing or private label manufacturing, is a business arrangement in which an Herbal company (often referred to as the “brand owner” or “client”) partners with a contract manufacturer (also known as a “co-packer”) to produce herbal products on their behalf. This allows the brand owner to focus on marketing, sales, and product development, while the co-packer handles the manufacturing process. Food Research Lab(FRL) Contract Manufacturing services is dedicated to crafting the highest quality herbal ingredients globally while safeguarding your recipes and herbal (ayurveda, Traditional herbal medicines, Korean Medicine, African Medicine, Tibetan Medicine, Homeopathy, Chiropractic and Osteopathic Medicine, Siddha, Unani) products with unwavering commitment to top-tier manufacturing standards, integrity, and excellence. With manufacturing partners worldwide, we tailor our services to meet your specific requirements and meticulously select vendors that align with your needs.

Herbal Supplements: These can include capsules, tablets, or powders containing concentrated extracts from various herbs, often used for health and wellness purposes.

Herbal Teas: Herbal teas are made from dried herbs and can offer a variety of health benefits, such as relaxation, digestion aid, or immune support.

Herbal Tinctures: Tinctures are liquid extracts of herbs preserved in alcohol or another solvent. They are typically taken in drop form.

Herbal Oils: Herbal oils are infused with herbs and used in aromatherapy, massage, or as a base for natural skincare products.

Herbal Skin Care: This category includes products like herbal creams, lotions, and serums made with plant-based ingredients for skincare purposes.

Herbal Hair Care: Shampoos, conditioners, and hair oils that contain herbal extracts for promoting healthy hair and scalp.

Herbal Soaps: Soaps infused with herbal ingredients for their fragrance and potential therapeutic benefits.

Herbal Salves and Balms: These are topical products, often used for soothing minor skin irritations, muscle soreness, or joint discomfort.

Herbal Essential Oils: Essential oils extracted from herbs for use in aromatherapy, massage, or as natural fragrance enhancers.

Herbal Candles: Candles infused with herbal fragrances and essential oils, often used in aromatherapy and relaxation practices.

Herbal Incense: Incense sticks or cones made with herbal blends for use in meditation and rituals.

Herbal Dietary Condiments: Products like herbal salt, herbal vinegar, and herbal-infused cooking oils used to flavor dishes.

Herbal Pet Products: Herbal supplements, shampoos, and other products designed for pets to promote their well-being

Herbal Infused Beverages Herbal-infused drinks, such as herbal kombucha, herbal-infused water, or herbal energy drinks.

Herbal Snacks: Snack foods made with herbal ingredients, such as herbal-infused chips, nuts, or energy bars.

Herbal Cosmetics: Cosmetics like lip balms, mascaras, and foundations that incorporate herbal extracts for skin benefits.

Herbal Cleaning Products: Eco-friendly cleaning products infused with herbal scents and ingredients for a natural clean.

Herbal Candles: Scented candles made with herbal fragrances and essential oils for aromatherapy and relaxation.

Herbal Infused Alcoholic Beverages: : Herbal liqueurs and spirits made by infusing herbs for unique flavors.

Herbal Extracts for Culinary Use: Liquid Liquid herbal extracts used in cooking and baking to add flavor and health benefits.

Food Research Lab (FRL) contract manufacturing global partners utilize various advanced technologies for herbal product manufacturing to ensure product quality, safety, and efficacy.

Extraction Techniques: Extraction is a critical step in obtaining bioactive compounds from herbs. Techniques such as solvent extraction, supercritical CO2 extraction, and steam distillation are employed to isolate valuable phytochemicals from herbal raw materials.

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC): HPLC is used for the quantitative analysis of active compounds in herbal extracts. It ensures the presence of specific bioactive constituents at desired levels.

Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC): TLC is a rapid and cost-effective technique for identifying and assessing the purity of herbal extracts by separating their chemical components.

Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS): GC-MS is employed to analyze the volatile compounds present in herbal products, which is particularly relevant for essential oils and aroma-rich herbs.

Quality Control and Testing: Advanced quality control methods are used to check the authenticity, purity, and potency of herbal ingredients. This includes microbiological testing, heavy metal analysis, and pesticide residue testing.

Granulation and Tableting: For herbal supplements, granulation and tableting technologies are used to create standardized dosage forms like tablets and capsules. This ensures accurate dosing and ease of consumption.

Spray Drying: Spray drying is used to convert herbal extracts into powder form, which is convenient for formulation and manufacturing of various products like herbal teas and dietary supplements.

Quality Assurance Systems: Advanced quality assurance systems and good manufacturing practices (GMP) are implemented to maintain consistent product quality and safety.

Research and Development: Research and development labs are equipped with modern equipment for the development of new herbal formulations and improvement of existing ones.

Packaging Technologies: Innovative packaging technologies are used to ensure the stability and shelf-life of herbal products while preserving their quality and efficacy.

These technologies are integral to the herbal manufacturing process and are applied with precision and expertise by FRL contract manufacturing partners to produce high-quality herbal products that meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations.

Selection of a Co-Packer/contract manufacturing: The brand owner chooses a contract manufacturer based on various factors, including the co-packer's capabilities, production capacity, location, and cost. Due diligence is crucial in selecting a reliable co-packer.

Formulation/Recipe Transfer: The brand owner provides the co-packer or contract manufacturer with the recipe and specifications for the herbal product. This includes ingredient quantities, processing steps, quality standards, and packaging requirements.

Quality Control: The contract manufacturer is responsible for maintaining strict quality control measures to ensure that the herbal product meets the brand owner's quality and safety standards. This may involve testing ingredients, conducting quality checks during production, and implementing herbal safety protocols.

Manufacturing: The contract manufacturer manufactures the herbal product according to the provided recipe and specifications. This includes ingredient sourcing, mixing, cooking, filling, sealing, and packaging.

Packaging: The co-packer can assist with packaging design and sourcing. They may provide various packaging options, such as bottles, cans, pouches, or cartons, depending on the product.

Labeling and Branding: : The brand owner's branding and labeling requirements are incorporated into the packaging. This includes labels with product names, ingredient lists, nutritional information, and any required certifications.

Regulatory Compliance:co-packer will ensure to adhere to food and beverages safety regulations and standards, including FDA regulations in the United States. Compliance with HACCP, GMP, and other quality control systems.

Production Scale: Contract manufacturing allows for flexible production scale. The co-packer can produce small batches for market testing or large-scale production for nationwide distribution.

Distribution: : Once the herbal products are manufactured and packaged, they can be distributed to retailers, wholesalers, or directly to consumers, depending on the brand owner's distribution strategy.

Cost Structure: The cost structure of contract manufacturing includes fees for ingredient sourcing, processing, labor, packaging, and quality control. Brand owners typically pay the co-packer per unit or per batch produced.

Confidentiality: To protect intellectual property and maintain product confidentiality, contracts between the brand owner and co-packer often include non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and confidentiality clauses.

Overall, contract manufacturing of herbal products offers brand owners a cost-effective way to bring their products to market without the need for significant capital investment in manufacturing facilities and equipment. It allows them to focus on building their brand and expanding their product lines.

We identify and collaborate with a global network of manufacturing partners to bring your unique herbal product concepts to life. Our team works closely with these partners to ensure the highest quality standards and precise adherence to your project requirements.

We take the hassle out of vendor selection by scrutinizing potential partners to identify the one that best suits your requirements. Our extensive network of manufacturing partners across the globe allows us to match your project with the ideal production facility.

When you choose FRL Contract Manufacturing Services, you're partnering with experts dedicated to crafting the highest quality herbal ingredients while safeguarding your recipes and herbal products. Our mission is to bring your vision to life through our unwavering commitment to excellence.

Our commitment to top-tier manufacturing standards, integrity, and excellence ensures that every production run meets your product and timing requirements. FRL places a strong emphasis on quality control, adhering to rigorous standards throughout the manufacturing process to deliver herbal products of the highest quality.

At FRL Contract Manufacturing, our dedicated team is committed to your product’s success. We invest in training programs, documented processes, and our team’s well-being to ensure that you have full confidence in our capabilities, knowledge, and readiness. Our employees are your product’s guardians, and you will have a dedicated customer account manager as your primary point of contact from day one. We take extra measures to provide comprehensive information about your order, protect your intellectual property, and ensure an exceptional customer experience.

Feel free to visit our Contact Us page to reach out with any inquiries or visit our facilities to witness our operations firsthand and experience the Advantages of outsourcing pilot contract manufacturing with FRL. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate with you!