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New Product Development
From Ingredient Research to Shelf-Ready Product Development
Partner with Food Research Lab for science-based, innovative, and regulatory-compliant product development. We guide you from ideation to commercialization through a structured, data-driven process.
FRL’s Contract Research & Development and Pilot Manufacturing (CDMO) consulting and outsourcing team provides complete technical support across your product lifecycle.
New-to-the-World Products
New Product Lines
Line Extensions
Product Improvements/Reformulations
Repositioned Products
Cost-Reduction Products
Customized/Private Label Products
New Product Development Services
Who We Are?
- Food Research Lab is a leading Contract Research and Development (CR&D) organization offering fully serviced New Product Development (NPD) and reverse engineering services for the food, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, herbal, pet nutrition, and functional beverage industries.
- We are a cross-functional team of formulation scientists, food technologists, clinical nutritionists, specialist’s technologists, and regulatory affairs specialists that transform your product brief into a prototype that is technologically feasible, which is regulatory compliant, and commercially scalable, while complying with global food safety, and regulatory regimes including FSSAI, USFDA, EFSA, ISO and GMP.
- We build sustainable New product development (NPD) pipelines, using consumer co-creation, market research, and scientific innovation to develop functional ingredients, bioavailable formats, and novel delivery systems that cater to both regulatory authorities and consumer expectations.
- Whether you're developing a clean-label product, launching a plant-based supplement, or probiotic encapsulation, fortification strategies, nutrient bioavailability, or clean-label compliance or entering the functional beverage market
- FRL ensures precision in formulation and product positioning, and aligned with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and consumer demand—backed by scientific data-driven formulation and industry best practices – ensuring readiness for commercial scale-up and market launch.
What We Do
Our End-to-End New Product Development Services
At Food Research Lab, we provide science-based solutions for New Product Development (NPD) and integrated product development planning processes to startups, contract manufacturers, and established brands. We apply NPD science to create health-focused, consumer-centric, and commercially scalable products in the food, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, and herbal space.
Our integrated Contract Research & Development (CR&D) services support full-spectrum product development from lab to launch which comprise the entire product lifecycle, from concept validation through regulatory submission and market introduction.
Our Core Capabilities
Secrets of successful product ideation involves finding a product development concept that is feasible scientifically, technically, and commercially; ultimately identifying which concepts may be viable.
Formulation of product development of a food, nutraceutical, or herbal product that uses specific focused ingredients, delivery systems, and clean-label concepts.
Clean-label or bioactive ingredients, excipients, functional ingredients that are not only commercially viable but allow for compliance of import/export and manufacturer standards too. Understanding the cost factors involved in each stage of product development is essential for planning and execution.
Repeating small batch production for ultimately establishing whether the process can be scaled, validating process capability involving several iterations of ingredient compatibility, and determining equipment compatibility.
Explore Nutrition & Performance
Determination of levels of macro- and micronutrients and final nutrient composition through laboratory analysis verified by accredited testing facilities for labelling and regulatory compliance.
Preparation of a regulatory dossier, or Simply preparing technical files, to support the required regulatory, licensing and/or application submission for any products categorised by FSSAI, USFDA, and EFSA.
We conduct real-time and accelerated stability studies under ICH guidelines, with sensory evaluation protocols.
We provide end-to-end assistance with label claims, nutrition facts panel, and mandatory declarations in FSSAI, USFDA, and EFSA.
We write and develop policies, procedures (SOPs), batch records, and product specs, aligned with Good Manufacturing Processes and ISO.
Assisting with the move from lab to market in terms of technology transfer and co-manufacturing, and planning for commercial production.
How We Work
Concept Development & Feasibility Assessment
We begin the product development through technical feasibility, market research, ingredient compatibility, health claims, formulation trends and regulatory alignment.
Formulation Design & Lab-Scale Trials
Our R&D team formulates functional prototypes using evidence-based ingredients & delivery systems, lab-scale trial and sensory tests & refines the product through a structured development process.
Stability Testing & Regulatory Compliance
We conduct real-time and accelerated stability studies as per ICH guidelines, to access shelf-life while preparing regulatory dossiers, safety data and labeling for FSSAI, USFDA, and EFSA submission.
Consumer Evaluation & Sensory Validation (Optional)
To help validate a product's acceptability, palatability, and packaging options we offer consumer co-creation through focus groups, or sensory panels, or in lab trials.
Pilot Scale-Up & Commercialization Support
We support pilot scale manufacturing, packaging design, label compliance, technology transfer & product launch to ensure successfully market commercialization.
Protocols are data-driven assuring that the product not only meets the requirement of regulatory compliance, but also functional qualities, cost-effective, and appropriate for marketplace readiness.
Industries We Serve
At Food Research Lab, we offer a range of specialized product development for Contract Research & Development (CR&D) services on fee-for-service basis catering to a variety of industries. Our expertise allows us to support the development, regulatory compliance and commercialization of science-based, consumer-ready products, with specialization in the following areas:
We support start-up businesses, contract manufacturers, private-label brands, and export-oriented companies and are happy to provide tailored New Product Development services that meet scientific rigor and regulatory requirements.
Services we Offer
Our Integrated Contract Research & Development (CR&D) services support full-spectrum product development from lab to launch which comprise the entire product lifecycle, from concept validation through regulatory submission and market introduction
Why Choose FRL
We support start-up businesses, contract manufacturers, private-label brands, and export-oriented companies and are happy to provide tailored New Product Development services that meet scientific rigor and regulatory requirements.
Certifications (ISO, GMP, FSSAI, USFDA)
Expertise in clean-label and functional formulations
Testing capabilities (sensory, stability, analytical)
Experience supporting startups and larger global clients
Deep regulatory expertise from concept to certification
New Product development
Tools & Facilities
At Food Research Lab, our cutting-edge pilot plant and laboratory facilities allow us to provide development support for a full range of New Product Development (NPD) and formulated product testing. Our facilities are well-equipped to manage lab-scale innovation or pilot-scale production and effectively help transition your ideas from concept to commercialization.
Including retorts, pasteurizers, mixers, granulators or other small batch machinery, to mimic commercial production conditions.
With our equipment we can conduct nutritional profiling, moisture, pH and viscosity testing, accelerated/ real-time stability testing based on ICH guidelines.
A dedicated space for organoleptic analysis, consumer testing and sensory profiling of food, beverage and supplement formulations.
A facility for assessing packaging compatibility, label review according to FSSAI, USFDA, and EFSA labeling standards, and shelf-life claim verification.
Our lab is designed according to GMP, ISO 22000 and HACCP principles, allowing us to prototype the highest-quality, regulatory-ready products in the functional food, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical and herbal space.
What made to choose FRL
We help you to comply with guidelines and attain certifications that you need.
Cola
“ Hello, I am using the oppurtunity to appreciate the teams effort we will be picking V1 for cola, So far we don't have any complain about it, I will like to know the type of sweetner use, during the taste test some said it too sweet while some said it for orange we are picking V2, no complain too, thank you once again ”
Name: Esther
Project Code: 24-FRL-BEV-REV-2878-01
Protein Biscuits
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V19 plain is the best anf finalized from our side. It is accurate in taste(plain), texture, and after tastte is also not bitter at all, He loved it as a plain flavour. V19 cardomon should add more flavour rest everything is fine.
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Name: Mehul Molir
Project Code: 24-FRL-FOD-NPD-3449-01
Pasta
“ Very First thing, You all should feel proud yourself that you made something that do not exist in market. Heat and eat pasta with bold flavours.”
Name: Miral
Project Code: 24-FRL-FOD-NPD-2462-02
Energy Candy
“ Since a year Ago, we statrted this journey of developing energy candy and we took different steps to develop the product. I am really happy to see endless efforts you people have done to develop an energy candy, Hats off to you and your didication towards unbiased work”
Name: Harshad
Project Code: 24-FRL-NPD-FTP-PMR-2660-02
caramel
“ Thank you for the Update and effortd caramel. We Appreciate the detailed trials and variations you've conducted. Please Ensure the flavor alignment is testes accordingly. I look forward to the final version and appreciate your continued dedication.”
Name: Mohammad Hassan
Project Code: 24FRL-BEV-NPD 4577-01
Zero Calorie
“ Great stuff Guys ladies and gents!! Keep up then Phenomenal Work”
Name: Daniel Brown
Project Code: 24FRL-BEV-NPD-6367-02
Kombucha
“The batch was good especially the V5 variation, It was good in aroma and Falvour but it tasted little sugary and needed fizz. We like V7 in manago ginger, V7 variation was good in all the Flavours. Berry mix alone was plain. It needed extra flavour. The fizz is mild, we Are Expecting a balance of strong fizz and flavour. can you send one More v7 batch of all Flavors with the updation.”
Name:Surya Prabha
Project Code: 24FRL-BEV-NPD-4823-01
Cajun Mix
“ Thank you very much sor the sample you provide. We did mulriple trials and V08 meets our expectations but it needs quiet adjustments. We want your Support to solve that sweetness taste. The Original is more sweety than the V08 sample.”
Name:Saud
Project Code: 24FRL-FOD-RE-6328-01
What made
Choose
FRL
Project Code:24FRL-BEV-NPD 4577-01
Name:Mohammad Hassan
Project Code:24-FRL-FOD-NPD-2462-02
Name:Miral
Project Code: 24-FRL-FOD-NPD-3449-01
Name: Mehul Molir
Project Code: 24-FRL-BEV-REV-2878-01
Name: Esther
Project Code: 24-FRL-NPD-FTP-PMR-2660-02
Name: Harshad
Quality & Control
FRL prioritizes effective client communication via WhatsApp, providing timely updates and support. Additionally, we deliver detailed plagiarism reports and utilize ERP systems for robust quality control.
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Frequently Asked Question
New product development (NPD) typically takes between 6 to 12 months. Timelines depend on product category, the complexity of the formulation, the regulatory pathway and stability testing requirements. New Product Development includes concept development, laboratory scaling trials, stability studies and pilot scale production.
The New Product Development process includes ideation and feasibility analysis, formulation and laboratory scale trials, regulatory compliance and documentation, stability studies, sensory validation, pilot scale production, and commercialization support.
We prepare regulatory documentation, including product technical dossiers, stability data, label content, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Certificate of Analysis (CoA), and nutritional facts for the domestic and international markets.
We can do both. We offer both new product development work, reformulation work to satisfy updated regulatory or market requirements, and reverse engineering of existing products.
We will not support the development of any alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, psycho-active substances or any product category whose actions are limited by national, or international frameworks including export permits i.e. biopharma. It’s important to us that we understand your level of transparency and ethical alignment in our partnerships.
Yes! We help as much as possible with functional ingredient selection (such as clean-label alternatives) and cost-effective sourcing that is consistent with requirements from the FSSAI, USFDA, EFSA, or an export regulatory requirement.
Yes. We will conduct both real-time stability studies and accelerated studies according to ICH, assessing and documenting physical, chemical, microbiological, and sensory stability over the shelf-life of the product.
Yes. For nutraceuticals or functional products, we can assist with scientific substantiation, literature reviews as well as partnering with a clinical research organization (CRO) if clinical studies are required.
We utilize Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with every client and have a rigorous confidentiality protocol with all staff. Any proprietary materials such as formulations and development data are always fully secured and owned by the client.
Yes. Our pilot plant can simulate the commercial production process and verifying scaling of the formulation, shelf-life and package integrity.
We assist with FSSAI licensing, USFDA registration, EFSA submission, and all other aspects of GMP, ISO 22000 and regulatory standards globally and ensuring full compliance.
Yes, we offer consumer co-creation services like focus groups, and in-lab testing with sensory panels to effective feedback for improving market readiness.
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