Quick Answer (for busy buyers)
Here’s the buyer-first summary. If your brand name is on the label, you usually act as the responsible person and must ensure the listing is submitted and kept current.
- Packaging lead time is the primary bottleneck, especially for custom bottles or pumps with MOQs of 10,000+ units.
- Artwork delays typically occur during compliance checks for US labeling requirements, requiring 2-3 revision cycles.
- Testing scope often expands beyond initial specs, adding 4-6 weeks for microbial testing and 8-week stability studies.
- We recommend finalizing artwork 12 weeks before launch and building buffer time for regulatory documentation.
- Our QA team conducts pre-production mock-ups to catch potential issues early, reducing rework risks.
Buyer outcome
A launch-ready compliance plan: inputs collected, roles assigned, and update cadence defined.
Most common blocker
Missing facility information + inconsistent ingredient/label snapshots across SKUs.
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This page is a practical buyer guide. For definitive requirements and updates, use FDA resources and qualified regulatory counsel.