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.
Fasting and meal replacement OEM. Enzyme drinks, fasting bars, smoothies.
CBD-specialized OEM. Supplements, gummies, oils, drinks.
Kaneka Group food company. OEM development of complete nutrition food using functional ingredients like CoQ10.
Pioneer of complete nutrition food in Japan. Produces bread, pasta, cookies with balanced nutrition.
A plant-fermented extract specialist manufacturer founded in 1976. Uses approximately 80 types of raw materials centered on mugwort, producing enzyme products fermented and matured slowly in ceramic jars. Some 80-90% of its products are OEM or private-label, with fully integrated contract services covering raw material procurement, planning, processing, manufacturing, and packaging. Supports liquid, paste, capsule, tablet, and other formats.
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.
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A food ingredient and processed food manufacturer headquartered in Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture. They offer OEM contract manufacturing of lactic acid beverages and fermented dairy products. Their business spans a wide range from saccharified products such as liquid sugar and starch syrup to beverage and food processing. Products are supplied under a high-quality management system.
A contract manufacturer specializing in tablet confectionery, founded in 1973 in Uji, Kyoto. With over 40 tableting machines and a track record of producing more than 1,000 product varieties, they hold FSSC 22000 and GMP certifications.
An Osaka-based candy and tablet confectionery manufacturer established in 1949. OEM products account for approximately 30% of total sales, with integrated production capabilities ranging from granulation to tableting and sugar coating.
A sauce and ketchup manufacturer founded in 1954 in Fushimi, Kyoto. Known for its Papaya Sauce brand, the company operates a JAS organic certified factory producing organic sauces and organic ketchup. All products are made without chemical seasonings or preservatives.
Beverage manufacturer established in 1956. Produces soft drinks, fruit juices, and milk beverages, with particular strength in lactic acid drinks. Also handles contract manufacturing for paper-pack and chilled beverages. Awarded the Japan Food Hygiene Association Chairman's Prize as an excellent food hygiene facility.
A food trading company established in 2012, specializing in the supply of lactic acid bacteria ingredients and OEM services. Centering on its proprietary nano-type lactic acid bacteria nEF, the company offers contract manufacturing of supplements, lactic acid bacteria beverages, and more. It accommodates test sales from small lots and provides end-to-end support from product planning to package design.
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A health food OEM company established in 2011, utilizing ingredients sourced from Miyazaki and the Kyushu region. Capable of handling diverse dosage forms including tablets, capsules, granules, jellies, and drinks, with minimum production runs from 500 units. The company has a track record in Foods with Function Claims containing its proprietary plant-derived nano-type lactic acid bacteria SNK. It also excels in additive-free protein and green juice OEM production.
A probiotic agent manufacturer founded in 1948. The company manufactures probiotic products at its pharmaceutical GMP-compliant factory in Tatebayashi, Gunma Prefecture. It holds the proprietary ingredient 'Urutsuya Lactic Acid Bacteria' and handles multiple dosage forms including tablets, capsules, and granules. The facility features a dedicated cultivation building equipped with 5,000L culture tanks for integrated manufacturing from lactic acid bacteria cultivation.
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.
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A leading capsule pharmaceutical company established in 1993. Handles diverse dosage forms including soft capsules, hard capsules, seamless capsules, tablets, and granules. Operates four manufacturing sites and five packaging sites in Japan, with a high-quality contract manufacturing system certified under cGMP and FSSC 22000. Also supports functional food labeling applications.
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.
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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