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Patterson

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Oct 10, 2008 11:02 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Neutraceutical companies have been showing profits inspite of other companies having to downsize or even close down in today`s crashing economy. What would be involved in setting up my own neutraceutical company?


CraigL

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Oct 11, 2008 4:28 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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I wonder if you mean "nutraceutical?"
tgroup

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Oct 12, 2008 6:52 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hey Patterson-
 
I`ve got lots of experience in that industry-if you have any specific questions I`d be happy to answer them if I can.
 
It`s not that much different from starting and running any other type of company except that health and safety are real big issues as well as compliance with FDA labeling requirements.
 
Ron
Stanley

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Oct 23, 2008 3:51 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Nutraceuticals is a good busines to venture in at a time like this. But while the profits are enormous, it`s not easy to make a niche for yourself in this industry unless you are fully aware and an insider in the nutraceutical industry for a number of years watching trends come and go, knowing what will and will not work. If you are new to this field but serious about starting this venture, please visit a contract manufacturer who can help you formulate your line of health products, provide you information on the latest research on nutraceuticals and what kind of products that the market is open to. After doing this, please sit and consult with business advisors who can help you through legal matters and provide you financial analysis and projections for your venture. Because this industry is new to you, you may need to rely on a reputed contract manufacturer.

Richard107

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Idea, Value and Dream.
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RetiredMember5

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Nov 16, 2008 3:14 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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You will want to determine exactly what sort of business you elect to establish and then incorporate it legally accordingly.  As an attorney, this is one of the most critically important steps in starting a business, as well as establishing and securing the initial funding.  My business partner and I have released a 60 page FREE step-by-step guide as to how to start, grow and operate a business in today`s web 2.0 world.  Such guide has been recommended by more than a dozen government agencies.  You may want to check it out for helpful information.
 
zlchamp

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Nov 16, 2008 10:11 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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 You should become aware of the FDA regulations on health claims for nutraceuticals.   
There are a few important factors you should research: manufacturing, distribution and marketing. 

It is relatively easy to find a manufacturer for a private label product (putting your label on an existing formula).  It will take a bit more work and expense if you are creating a new formula; ie., finding a scientist and lab.

Don`t let Marketing a nutraceutical according to FDA regulations scare you. According to the 1994 Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act. Dietary supplements can make "structure/function" claims, such as "Vitamin A promotes good vision" or "St. Johns Wort maintains emotional well-being," so long as the label bears a disclaimer that the claim has not been evaluated by the FDA and that the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Until recently, dietary supplements could not make overt health claims (e.g., "Vitamin A prevents, cures or treats poor vision" or that "St. Johns Wort cures or treats depression") unless the FDA specifically permitted such a claim (as it has in the case of folic acid and the prevention of neural tube defects in babies).  This is actually changing...
 
There are signs the FDA is loosening up these regulations on a case by case basis so be sure to consult an attorney.
 
Best Wishes,
Steve

Patterson

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Jan 14, 2009 8:40 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Thanks for all your replies, especially Steve - for the encouragement. Stanley suggested a contract manufacturer. Would you guys have any recommendations?
tgroup

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Jan 14, 2009 9:00 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hey there-

Depending on the type of product line you`re interested in developing I may have some recommendations. I`ve worked with a number of different firms here in the U.S., South America and Europe.

Thanks,
RF

Loren

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Jan 17, 2009 12:06 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Mostly "private labeling" of a product.  There are companies
that do this with vitamins and other supplements.  They
put your label on it and you have your product.  They can
also formulate or design a product to your specifications and
budget.

If you want to launch an MLM company to distribute your 
supplements you should talk to a good MLM lawyer.
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