Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Common Questions About Contract Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, and Regulatory Compliance
Frequently Ask Questions
What OEM/ODM services does HANTECH BIO-TECH provide?
HANTECH BIO-TECH specializes in OEM/ODM services for liquid health supplements and jelly products. From market demand analysis, product planning, formulation development, sample testing and adjustment, and packaging material recommendations to mass production and quality management, HANTECH provides one-stop product development services.
What product dosage forms can HANTECH BIO-TECH manufacture?
HANTECH currently manufactures liquid beverages, functional jellies, jelly sticks, and spouted pouch products. Based on product positioning, consumption scenarios, target consumers, and sales channel requirements, HANTECH can also recommend suitable capacities, pouch types, and packaging formats.
Can I work with HANTECH even if I do not have a formulation or product concept?
Yes. Customers only need to provide an initial direction, such as the target consumer group, key benefits, budget, flavor preferences, or reference products. HANTECH can then assist with market positioning, ingredient selection, formulation planning, and sample development, gradually transforming the product concept into a commercially scalable product.
Can HANTECH manufacture products based on formulations or ingredients provided by the customer?
Yes. HANTECH can evaluate the manufacturing feasibility of customer-specified formulations, ingredients, or packaging materials and provide recommendations regarding ingredient specifications, process stability, regulatory applicability, and quality risks. The final approach must be confirmed and tested by both parties.
How can I request a product development assessment and quotation?
Please send the required product type to HANTECH by email or contact us by phone. After receiving the information, HANTECH will assign a specialist to further understand your requirements and provide development recommendations and a quotation assessment.
What is the product development process?
The general process includes requirement consultation, product specification confirmation, quotation, formulation design, sample testing and adjustment, packaging material confirmation, regulatory and labeling review, mass production scheduling, quality inspection, and delivery. The actual process may be adjusted depending on product complexity and customer requirements.
How long does it take from development to mass production?
The timeline varies depending on formulation complexity, the number of sample adjustment rounds, ingredient and packaging material lead times, testing requirements, and production scheduling. If requirements are clearly defined and ingredient supply is stable, the development timeline may be shortened. We recommend confirming the product launch plan with your project contact in advance.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The minimum order quantity varies depending on the product dosage form, capacity, packaging format, ingredient conditions, and process requirements. After you provide the expected specifications, sales channels, and required quantity, our sales team will help evaluate a suitable production plan and quotation.
How long does HANTECH's R&D team need from project initiation to completion of the first sample?
From proposal to completion of the first sample, the process generally takes approximately 10 business days. The actual timeline may vary depending on formulation complexity, ingredient availability, and special requirements.
How is formulation performance verified, and what tests does HANTECH conduct?
The R&D team first conducts an internal product experience assessment to evaluate the overall performance of the formulation. For quality control, microbiological testing and physical specification testing are performed to ensure that the product meets quality requirements. If active ingredient content or other specialized testing is required, analysis is commissioned to reputable third-party testing laboratories.
If I provide a formulation concept, can HANTECH guarantee successful scale-up to mass production?
The R&D team provides professional formulation recommendations based on your product requirements, ingredient characteristics, and processing conditions. Development is carried out with mass production feasibility in mind to help the formulation transition smoothly into production and reduce scale-up risks.
What R&D achievements has HANTECH accumulated?
HANTECH has helped customers develop more than 1,000 functional retort pouch beverages, covering multiple dosage forms including beverages, crystal jellies, and crushed jellies. With extensive OEM/ODM development experience, HANTECH can create competitive products based on market needs.
How can functional retort pouch beverages be preserved without added preservatives?
HANTECH uses high-specification retort pouches and a high-temperature, high-pressure commercial sterilization process. The four-layer laminated packaging material provides excellent barriers against air, oxygen, and light, helping prevent oxidation. This allows products to be stored safely at room temperature for extended periods without added preservatives.
Are the aluminum foil pouches used for high-temperature sterilization safe? Is there any risk of plasticizer migration?
HANTECH uses food-grade, heat-resistant laminated packaging materials that comply with national standards and provide excellent barrier properties. Packaging materials are regularly tested by third-party laboratories such as SGS to verify the absence of plasticizer and heavy metal residues. Even after high-temperature sterilization, the packaging maintains stringent safety standards.
What in-house inspections are performed before products leave the factory? Can HANTECH assist with third-party test reports?
Before shipment, all products must pass strict physicochemical testing by HANTECH’s in-house quality assurance laboratory. HANTECH also provides testing support by sending finished products to third-party laboratories such as SGS for testing of heavy metals, plasticizers, or key ingredients, providing strong quality assurance for the market.
Do the taste and flavor of functional retort pouch beverages vary significantly between production batches?
The R&D team has established strict sensory evaluation and physicochemical standards. Scientific data, such as pH and Brix values, are used to support sensory testing. Combined with precise formulation ratios, this approach helps manage natural variations in ingredients caused by season or origin and ensures consistent flavor and taste across production batches.
How does HANTECH ensure product quality and food safety?
From incoming ingredient inspection and process control to packaging inspection and finished product release, HANTECH follows established food safety and quality management systems. Batch management, inspection records, and traceability mechanisms are used to ensure that every production batch meets the quality specifications agreed upon by both parties.
What is the difference between retort pouches and glass bottles?
Retort pouches can withstand high-temperature, high-pressure sterilization and allow products to be stored at room temperature without added preservatives. Compared with traditional glass bottles, retort pouches are much lighter, eliminate the risk of breakage, can significantly reduce logistics costs, provide effective light barriers, and offer greater flexibility in packaging design.
What sealing technology is used for retort pouches to prevent leakage?
HANTECH uses patented sealing technology with 99.9999% sealing accuracy. This packaging process is designed to achieve an exceptionally high standard of consistency, helping ensure the safety of every retort pouch product throughout manufacturing, transportation, and storage.
What international certifications does the production facility hold? Are the products suitable for export?
HANTECH has strong international export capabilities. Its production facilities have obtained multiple international certifications, including ISO 22000, HACCP, FSSC 22000, GHP, and HALAL, supporting brands in expanding into global health supplement markets.
Are ESG and environmental sustainability principles implemented in the manufacturing process?
HANTECH actively promotes Sustainable Green Contract Manufacturing by integrating sustainability principles into its manufacturing processes. In addition to establishing an internal sustainability development team, HANTECH is committed to implementing ESG-oriented sustainable manufacturing while providing high-quality manufacturing services.
Does HANTECH assist with product regulations and packaging label review?
Based on the product formulation and sales market, HANTECH can provide preliminary regulatory guidance on ingredient use, food additives, nutrition labeling, and packaging copy. Product names, advertising claims, and final label content must still be confirmed in accordance with the regulations of the actual market in which the product will be sold.
How does HANTECH protect confidential business information when patented ingredients or special formulations are used in liquid retort pouch contract manufacturing?
HANTECH treats customer business confidentiality as a top priority. A strict confidentiality agreement is signed at the beginning of the partnership, and comprehensive intellectual property protection mechanisms are applied from ingredient procurement and sample development through mass production to ensure that proprietary formulations remain confidential.
For specialized functional ingredients such as collagen, can HANTECH assist in confirming patent licensing and labeling requirements for the product?
If you choose functional ingredients that require patent authorization, HANTECH can help confirm whether the actual dosage meets the original manufacturer’s standards and assist the brand with compliant applications for trademarks and patent licensing, helping enhance the credibility of the finished product.