Browse Supplements & Health Foods OEM and contract manufacturers in Japan. Find manufacturing partners for private label and contract production. Filter by small lot options and sample availability. Free consultations available.
Supplements & health foods OEM lets you outsource the production of products in tablet, capsule, powder, drink, and other dosage forms incorporating functional ingredients. Many manufacturers also support development of Foods with Function Claims (FFC) and Foods for Specified Health Uses (Tokuho). Rising health awareness and e-commerce growth have made entry by individuals and SMEs increasingly active.
A specialist manufacturer of plant-fermented extracts (enzyme beverages) established in 1974. Committed to a traditional production method that extracts essences from dozens of varieties of vegetables, fruits, seaweed, wild plants, and grains, then matures and ferments them in wooden barrels. Accepts OEM contract manufacturing in a wide range of formats including liquid, jelly, capsule, paste, powder, and tablet forms. Holds patents and has academic presentation records.
A health food, supplement, and cosmetics OEM contract manufacturer established in 1997. Its Tomobe factory in Ibaraki Prefecture is GMP certified. Handles a wide range of dosage forms including tablets, capsules, granules, gummies, jellies, green juice, and tea. Capable of small-lot production from 500 units. Has OEM support experience with approximately 200 companies and over 600 products.
Long-established kampo (traditional Chinese medicine) pharmaceutical company founded in 1790 (Kansei 2) with over 230 years of history. Develops OEM contract manufacturing of health food and supplements at its GMP-compliant directly operated factory, leveraging pharmaceutical manufacturing know-how. Supports diverse dosage forms including tablets, capsules, granules, drinks and jellies. Organic JAS and HACCP certified.
A flour manufacturer founded in 1940 in Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture. In addition to manufacturing approximately 200 types of wheat flour, the company provides OEM manufacturing of premix flour for bread, noodles, confectionery, and batter applications. Small-lot production from 200kg is available, with flexible accommodation of diverse formulations including materials with strong colors and aromas. Operating as a "Flour Products General Consultation Office," the company supports original product development that addresses customer challenges.
A health food OEM/ODM manufacturer with headquarters in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo and the Harima Production Development Center in Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture. The company handles both raw material sales and contract manufacturing, possessing proprietary functional ingredients including hyaluronic acid and Acanthopanax senticosus extract. The company provides support for filing documents for foods with functional claims and conducts SR (Systematic Review) research. It accommodates all dosage forms including powders, granules, tablets, capsules, drinks, and jellies.
A powder food specialist manufacturer (Naniwa Group) headquartered in Yao City, Osaka. Leveraging expertise cultivated through kombu tea and ume kombu tea manufacturing, the company specializes in OEM production of powdered and granulated foods including ochazuke seasoning, furikake, powder soup, and latte mixes. Capable of developing ochazuke products blending specialty products and agricultural products with a proprietary powder white dashi base. Handles small-lot production, also strong in souvenir product planning.
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Specialized manufacturer of lactic acid bacteria production substances headquartered in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture. Produces 'PS-B1', fermented through a proprietary process using 21 strains of lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria derived from the human intestine combined with domestic organic soybeans. FSSC 22000 certified. Integrated in-house manufacturing system from production through bottle filling and packaging, also supporting supplement and cosmetics OEM.
Health food manufacturer known as the originator of Kyushu-produced aojiru (green juice). Procures raw materials such as barley grass, kale and bitter melon from contracted farms throughout Kyushu, with integrated manufacturing from raw material sterilization and pulverization through finished product at its Saga Prefecture factory. The company also operates an 'ashitaba field'. Supports OEM contract manufacturing of green juice committed to domestic ingredients, from small lots.
A development-oriented OEM contract manufacturer with over 30 years of experience. Based at its Tokyo headquarters and Kanto factory in Tamamura, Gunma Prefecture, offers contract manufacturing of soft drinks and beauty/health foods. Possesses extensive know-how in manufacturing a wide variety of beauty and health beverages, accepting contracts from the development stage for both carbonated and non-carbonated drinks. Holds three international standard certifications.
A development-oriented beverage manufacturer founded in Gifu City in 1955 and incorporated in 1969. The company manufactures coffee beverages, dairy beverages, soft drinks, lactic acid bacteria beverages, alcoholic beverages, and other products. It is involved in numerous private brands for major enterprises and provides comprehensive ODM and OEM production services from planning through manufacturing and delivery.
A leading bonito flake product manufacturer in the Tokai region. The company specializes in in-house production of shaved bonito flakes, dashi packs, and noodle sauce, with expertise in manufacturing specialized products (OEM and private label products) for restaurants and food manufacturers. The company handles various types of dried fish stock including bonito, mackerel, and skipjack tuna, and also offers customized dashi pack solutions.
A long-established food manufacturer in Fukuoka with over 70 years of history. Handles manufacturing and sales of furikake, ochazuke, and Hakata specialty products, as well as small lot OEM/ODM/PB contract manufacturing. Also produces various furikake granules, seasoned sesame, seasoned bonito flakes, Western-style mustard, and Japanese mustard. Strong product development capabilities rooted in Hakata food culture.
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Japan's first enzyme beverage manufacturer, founded in 1946. Provides contract manufacturing of health foods using enzyme-fermented plant extracts, offering OEM production in various forms including enzyme fermented beverages, enzyme fermented pastes, and powdered foods. Leverages nearly 80 years of fermentation expertise to produce high-quality products that bring out the best of raw ingredients.
An OEM manufacturer specializing in lactic acid bacteria raw materials based on research achievements by lactic acid bacteria experts. Possesses diverse lactic acid bacteria materials including live bacteria, heat-killed bacteria, and nano-sized lactic acid bacteria, and supports contract manufacturing of a wide range of products from fermented beverages and health foods to cosmetics.
An OEM manufacturer engaged in the development of health foods based on integrated medicine. The company utilizes raw materials cultivated organically and without pesticides at contract farms in Okinawa, and conducts scientifically evidence-based product development through joint research with the University of the Ryukyus. We support diverse dosage forms.
Contract manufacturer of health foods, supplements, and beverages specializing in functional natural ingredients. Provides integrated services from raw material research and development to manufacturing, with a focus on evidence-based, high-quality products. Supports various packaging formats including spout pouches, bottles, and PET bottles. Certified with Health Food GMP, ISO 9001, and Informed Factory accreditation.
Founded in 1937, this Aichi Prefecture-based manufacturer has been dedicated exclusively to candy making. In 1977, the company pioneered the industry's first salt candy. Since 1995, it has handled OEM product development and manufacturing for major manufacturers, customizing products according to client specifications for flavor, ingredients, and taste profiles. Small-lot production is also available.
Key regulations and requirements for importing Supplements & Health Foods from Japan
Dietary supplements in the US are regulated under DSHEA (Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994). Products must comply with FDA's Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and may require a New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) notification. Health claims are strictly regulated.
Ensure the product does not contain ingredients classified as pharmaceuticals in Japan. Export requires confirmation that the product meets the destination country's supplement definition.
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW)
Manufacturing facilities must be registered with FDA and comply with 21 CFR Part 111 (cGMP for dietary supplements). FDA may conduct inspections.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
If a dietary ingredient was not marketed in the US before October 15, 1994, an NDI notification must be submitted to FDA at least 75 days before marketing.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Must include a 'Supplement Facts' panel (not Nutrition Facts), listing serving size, active ingredients with daily values, and other ingredients. Structure/function claims require FDA notification and disclaimer.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Dietary supplements cannot claim to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Only structure/function claims are permitted (e.g., 'supports immune health'), and these require the disclaimer: 'This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA.'
Some ingredients common in Japanese supplements may not be permitted in the US. For example, certain botanical extracts may require NDI notification, and some ingredients may be classified as drugs rather than supplements.
6-12 months (NDI notification review takes 75+ days, cGMP audit, labeling compliance)
Importing dietary supplements (health foods) into China is one of the most challenging regulatory processes. Products claiming health benefits require SAMR 'Blue Hat' (保健食品) registration, which can take 2-5 years. Alternatively, some vitamin/mineral supplements can use the simplified filing (备案) process.
Determine whether the product is classified as a regular food, health food (保健食品), or new food ingredient in China. This classification dictates the entire regulatory pathway.
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW)
Products making health function claims must undergo SAMR registration, including product testing at designated Chinese labs, clinical trials (for certain claims), and expert review. The 'Blue Hat' logo must appear on the label.
State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR)
Imported vitamin and mineral supplements using ingredients from the approved filing list can use the simplified filing process (typically 3-6 months), avoiding the lengthy registration process.
State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR)
Manufacturing facility must be registered with GACC in addition to the product-level registration/filing.
General Administration of Customs of China (GACC)
Blue Hat registration for imported health foods typically takes 2-5 years and costs $50,000-$200,000+. Many Japanese supplement companies choose to reformulate as 'regular foods' without health claims to avoid this process.
If the supplement contains ingredients not previously approved for use in China, a separate 'New Food Ingredient' approval must be obtained from the National Health Commission (NHC), adding another 1-2 years.
Filing route: 6-12 months | Registration (Blue Hat): 2-5 years
This information is provided for reference purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Regulations may change. Please consult with qualified trade compliance professionals for your specific situation.
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