Define what will be measured.
Identity & raw materials
Ingredient grade, assay, botanical species and plant part, extraction method, strain identity where relevant, and supplier traceability.
Blend & active content
Representative sampling, method specificity, extraction recovery and appropriate finished-product uniformity checks.
Physical & microbiological
Fill weight, moisture, water activity, pH method, seal integrity and project-specific microbiological limits.
Package & stability
Closure function, material compatibility, active recovery and sensory change in the final storage configuration.
Questions about documentation.
What should a supplier quality review cover?
Review ingredient identity, approved specifications, manufacturing controls, batch records, testing and change control for the scoped project.
Can you provide a COA and a stability plan?
The analytical scope, release documents and stability protocol are agreed for each project. Request the documents relevant to your ingredient, formula, manufacturing scope and destination market.
Are all listed ingredients permitted in every market?
No. Ingredient form, dose, intended use, claims and product classification must be assessed for the actual destination market.