Essentials Decoded

Essentials Decoded is your go-to resource for demystifying the complex world of nutritional supplements and cosmetic product manufacturing. In this section, we break down industry jargon and technical terms into simple, understandable language.

A - E

  • Active Ingredient: The substance in a product responsible for its effect.
  • Bioavailability: Degree and rate at which a substance is absorbed into the system.
  • CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices): FDA-enforced regulations for manufacturing processes.
  • Contract Manufacturing: Outsourcing product production to third-party manufacturers.
  • Custom Manufacturing: Creating products according to specific brand specifications.
  • Dietary Supplement: Products designed to supplement the diet with nutrients or beneficial substances.
  • Encapsulation: The process of enclosing ingredients in capsules.

F-O

  • FDA Compliance: Adherence to standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
  • Formulation: Process of combining chemical substances to create a final product.
  • GMP-certified NSF and USP: Certification for good manufacturing practices.
  • Minimum Order Requirements: The smallest quantity a manufacturer will produce.
  • Nutraceutical: Products derived from food sources with extra health benefits.

P-Z

  • Private Label: Products produced by one company and sold under another company's brand.
  • Private Label Products: Items made by a third-party, branded, and sold by retailers.
  • Product Information: Details identifying a product in documentation like COAs.