Custom formulation and R&D
Our formulators build your product from scratch. Most custom formulas take 8–12 weeks to develop, and you own 100% of the IP when it's done.
A custom formulation means your product is built from scratch. Unique to your brand, your positioning, and your target customer. Our R&D team works with you to develop a formula that stands out on the shelf and delivers real results.
The process starts with a discovery session where we nail down your target demographic, desired claims, dosage form preference, and budget. From there, our formulators create a prototype, run stability testing, and refine until you're satisfied. Most custom formulas are finalized within 8 to 12 weeks.
You own 100% of the intellectual property. That's non-negotiable. Your formula, your documentation, your product. We also help you stay ahead of trends. Right now, GLP-1 support ingredients, NMN, functional mushrooms, and adaptogen blends are seeing strong consumer demand.
What's Included
8–12 week average development cycle
Trending ingredients available: GLP-1 support, NMN, functional mushrooms
You retain full intellectual property ownership
Why Brands Choose This Service
Your formula, your IP
Full intellectual property ownership from day one. We don't license, resell, or reuse your custom formula for other clients. Ever.
Trend-aware formulation
Our formulators track ingredient trends and clinical research. We'll tell you what's gaining traction and what's backed by evidence.
Prototype to production
We don't just hand you a formula on paper. We prototype it, run stability tests, and optimize for manufacturability before scaling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does custom supplement formulation take?
Most custom formulas run 8 to 12 weeks from discovery to finalized, production-ready formula. More complex formulations (novel ingredients, specialty delivery formats, or combinations requiring stability work) can extend that to 14 to 20 weeks.
Who owns the custom formula when the work is done?
You do. Full intellectual property ownership transfers to you from day one. We don't license, resell, or reuse your formula for other clients. Your formula, your documentation, your product.
How much does custom formulation cost?
Custom formulation fees typically run $3,000 to $15,000 depending on complexity, ingredient novelty, and the amount of stability testing required. Simpler single-active formulas are at the low end; multi-active stacks with branded ingredients sit at the higher end.
Can you formulate with trending ingredients like NMN or GLP-1 support blends?
Yes. Our formulators track ingredient trends and regulatory status actively. We can build formulas around NMN, functional mushrooms, adaptogens, GLP-1 support stacks, and other emerging actives. With regulatory review up front so you don't end up with a formula you can't sell.
Do I need stability testing before I can launch?
Yes. Every custom formula needs stability testing to set a shelf life, determine ingredient overages, and pass regulatory review. Stability studies typically run $2,000 to $6,000 depending on the number of test points and storage conditions.
Ready to Get Started?
Tell us about your project and we'll put together a plan and quote tailored to your product, timeline, and budget.