Weight Management Gummy Manufacturer for Global Brands

Our Guangdong plant runs four gummy lines with a combined daily output of 2.5 million units. Two lines handle pectin and vegan bases, one runs gelatin, and one is dedicated to sugar-free and low-sugar recipes. This separation prevents cross-contact between allergen profiles and supports halal production runs. For weight management gummies, we typically use a starch mogul or deposited cooking system depending on the active ingredient. Fill weights range from 2.5 g to 5.0 g, with dimensional tolerances of ±0.2 g. Bottling runs from 30-count to 120-count PET or HDPE bottles, with induction seals and child-resistant caps.

Changeover between SKUs takes 4-6 hours, including full washdown and line clearance. That keeps small pilot runs economical at 1,000 units and lets you scale to 5,000+ units per SKU without retooling. We schedule mass production 20-35 working days after sample approval. If you need to split a launch across two flavours, we can run both in the same week provided the base system is identical. Lead times hold for orders up to 500,000 units per SKU; above that, we confirm slot availability before deposit.

Weight management gummies usually carry one or more of these actives: green tea extract (EGCG), green coffee bean extract, L-carnitine, Garcinia cambogia, chromium picolinate, konjac glucomannan, apple cider vinegar, or fibre blends. Each has a different pH and heat sensitivity. We adjust the cooking temperature and holding time to protect actives, then verify potency by HPLC or UV-Vis at release. For example, L-carnitine is stable up to 85°C in a pectin base, while green tea catechins need a lower deposition temperature and a nitrogen flush. We can also add B vitamins, electrolytes or natural caffeine to support energy claims.

Taste masking is critical. Bitter actives like green tea and Garcinia require a combination of citrus masking flavours, monk fruit or stevia, and a mild acid blend. We run a 5-7 iteration flavour screen before sample sign-off. Sugar-free systems use maltitol, sorbitol or allulose, with soluble fibre to improve texture. If you want a vegan claim, we use pectin and avoid gelatin, carmine and shellac. For organic certification, all actives and excipients must be on the list, and we segregate organic runs from conventional ones. Every formulation is documented with a master batch record and a finished-product specification.

EUPHM operates under GMP, ISO 22000 and HACCP. The facility is FDA-registered for dietary supplements, which supports US market entry. We test every incoming raw material for identity, potency and heavy metals. Finished gummies are tested for micro (TPC, yeast, mould, E. coli, Salmonella), potency, fill weight, dissolution and moisture. Certificates of analysis accompany each batch. For halal claims, we source certified actives and schedule production on dedicated lines with rabbinical or halal supervision. Organic runs require a separate audit trail and a 48-hour line clearance before and after.

We ship from Shenzhen and Hong Kong ports. Typical transit times: 18-25 days to US West Coast, 28-35 days to US East Coast, 25-32 days to Rotterdam or Felixstowe, 12-18 days to Jebel Ali. We provide FOB, CIF and DDP terms. Documentation includes commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, health certificate, and free sale certificate where required. For Middle East markets, we can arrange halal certification and Arabic labelling. Lead times for export documents are 3-5 working days after production. We also support Amazon FBA prep and direct-to-3PL shipments.

Every weight management gummy batch is tested at three stages: incoming raw materials, in-process gel and finished product. Identity and potency of actives such as green tea extract, L-carnitine or chromium picolinate are confirmed by HPLC or ICP-MS. Microbial limits follow USP <2021> and <2022> for total aerobic count, yeast and mould, E. coli and Salmonella. Heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury) are screened against ICH Q3D limits. Disintegration testing ensures the gummy breaks down within 30 minutes per USP <701> for gelatin and pectin bases.

A certificate of analysis (COA) accompanies every batch and includes batch number, production date, expiry date, active ingredient assay results, microbial results, heavy metals, disintegration time, moisture content, pH and appearance. Retention samples from each batch are stored for 24 months under controlled conditions (25°C/60% RH and 30°C/65% RH) to support stability claims. Accelerated stability studies at 40°C/75% RH for 6 months are available on request for new formulations.

In-process checks occur every 30 minutes during the depositing run: weight variation (target ±5%), colour and texture. Metal detection and X-ray inspection are used on the packaging line for retail bottling. Any out-of-specification result triggers a hold and root-cause investigation before release. All records are retained for five years and are available for client audit.

For weight management gummies, potency of heat-sensitive actives like conjugated linoleic acid or green coffee bean extract is verified after the cooking step to confirm no degradation beyond 10% of label claim. If degradation exceeds that threshold, the formulation is adjusted with a protective matrix or the active is dosed at the overage level agreed with the client.

Weight management gummies can be packed in HDPE bottles (60, 90, 120 or 150 count), blister packs, stick packs or single-serve sachets. Bottles are induction-sealed and fitted with child-resistant or standard caps. Labelling follows FDA 21 CFR 101.36 for dietary supplements in the US market, including the Supplement Facts panel, ingredient list, allergen statement, net quantity and responsible party address. For EU and UK markets, labels comply with Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 and retain the UKCA or CE mark where applicable.

Lot and expiry coding are applied by inkjet or laser on the bottle, cap and carton. Expiry is set at 24 months from production for most gummy formats, supported by stability data. Cartons are printed with lot number, expiry date, quantity and barcode (UPC or EAN). Pallet specifications: 1,200 x 1,000 mm or 1,200 x 800 mm, stretch-wrapped and corner-boarded, with a maximum height of 1,800 mm. Each pallet carries a pallet label with SSCC for traceability.

For Amazon FNSKU and retail compliance, we can apply FNSKU labels, poly-bag the bottles and print the carton labels according to your seller central requirements. We also support GS1 barcode registration and can provide dieline files for your packaging designer. Retail-ready packaging such as shelf-ready trays is available for club stores and pharmacies.

Sampling for weight management gummies takes 7-10 working days after receipt of your formulation brief and signed NDA. The sample is produced on a pilot line with the same process parameters as mass production. Once the sample is approved and the deposit received, mass production runs 20-35 working days depending on the number of SKUs and packaging complexity. For repeat orders with unchanged specifications, production can be shortened to 15-20 working days.

We ship via air freight for urgent orders (5-7 days door-to-door) and sea freight for larger volumes (25-35 days port-to-port). Incoterms offered are EXW, FOB Shenzhen or Hong Kong, and DDP for selected destinations. For DDP, we handle customs clearance and import duties, but the client remains the importer of record for regulatory purposes.

Documents provided with each shipment include the COA, MSDS, free-sale certificate, and phytosanitary certificate where relevant for plant-derived actives. We also provide a certificate of origin and packing list. For EU and UK orders, we can supply a statement of compliance with EU food supplement regulations. All documents are issued in English and can be legalised or apostilled upon request.