# SUPPLIERS.md — AU Supplement Manufacturers

**Last updated:** 2026-04-05  
**Research:** Oliver (for Scout agent)  
**Criteria:** MOQ under 200 units, AU-based, private label/contract manufacturing

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## Top 5 AU Private Label Supplement Suppliers

### 1. White Label Nutrition
**Location:** Australia (nationwide delivery)  
**MOQ:** 200 units (confirmed)  
**Specialization:** Sports nutrition, protein powders, collagen, greens blends  
**Lead Time:** Fast (not specified, but promoted as strength)  
**Price:** Mid-range (not disclosed publicly)  
**Quality:** GMP-certified implied, turnkey solutions  
**Packaging:** Labeling support included  

**Score:** 8.5/10  
- ✅ Exact 200 unit MOQ match
- ✅ Turnkey (packaging + labeling included)
- ✅ Fast lead times
- ✅ Established product range (easy to white-label)
- ⚠️ No pricing transparency (need to quote)

**Contact:**  
- Phone: 0447 123 440  
- Email: info@whitelabelnutrition.com.au  
- Web: https://www.whitelabelnutrition.com.au

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### 2. Alpha Creations
**Location:** USA (ships to AU, but relevant for comparison)  
**MOQ:** 100+ units (flexible, as low as 100)  
**Specialization:** Gummies, capsules, soft chews, tinctures, tablets  
**Lead Time:** Not specified (custom formulations take longer)  
**Price:** Higher unit cost at low MOQ (trade-off for flexibility)  
**Quality:** FDA-registered, cGMP, Non-GMO, Vegan options  
**Packaging:** Free label design for private label orders  

**Score:** 7.5/10  
- ✅ Lowest MOQ (100 units)
- ✅ Free label design
- ✅ Wide product range (gummies = differentiation opportunity)
- ❌ USA-based (shipping costs, lead time to AU)
- ❌ Higher unit costs at low volume

**Contact:**  
- Web: https://alphacreations.co/

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### 3. C & D Manufacturing
**Location:** Brisbane, QLD, Australia  
**MOQ:** Flexible (promotes "low MOQ" but not specified)  
**Specialization:** Skincare, supplements, pet health, terpenes  
**Lead Time:** Fast turnaround (promoted)  
**Price:** Not disclosed publicly  
**Quality:** TGA + GMP compliant  
**Packaging:** Full in-house packaging, labeling, dropshipping  

**Score:** 9.0/10  
- ✅ AU-based (Brisbane) — fast local production
- ✅ TGA compliance (critical for AU market)
- ✅ Dropshipping support (fulfilment included)
- ✅ Full in-house formulation
- ⚠️ MOQ not publicly stated (need to quote)

**Contact:**  
- Phone: (07) 3889 7718  
- Web: https://www.cdmanufacturing.com.au

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### 4. NutraLabs
**Location:** Australia  
**MOQ:** Not specified (mid-to-large scale implied)  
**Specialization:** Protein powders, wellness blends, sports nutrition  
**Lead Time:** Not specified  
**Price:** Not disclosed publicly  
**Quality:** Industry-recognized, accredited food contract manufacturer  
**Packaging:** Sachets, tubs, bulk bags  

**Score:** 7.0/10  
- ✅ Established AU manufacturer (decades of experience)
- ✅ Export-ready (international standards)
- ✅ Wide packing capabilities
- ❌ MOQ likely higher than 200 (enterprise focus)
- ❌ Less startup-friendly (geared toward established brands)

**Contact:**  
- Web: https://nutralabs.com.au

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### 5. Manufacturing Health Solutions
**Location:** Brisbane (Brendale), QLD, Australia  
**MOQ:** Small-medium batch (not specified, but "boutique" positioning suggests low MOQ)  
**Specialization:** Supplement manufacturing, powder blends, liquids/tinctures, topicals  
**Lead Time:** Documented batch records, structured production  
**Price:** Not disclosed publicly  
**Quality:** Food-grade blending, QA sampling, batch traceability  
**Packaging:** Jars, pouches, bottles with batch coding  

**Score:** 8.0/10  
- ✅ Brisbane-based (local production)
- ✅ Boutique focus (startup-friendly)
- ✅ Powder + liquid formats (versatile)
- ✅ Documented QA (traceability = trust)
- ⚠️ MOQ not stated (need to quote)
- ⚠️ No TGA-listed medicines (food supplements only)

**Contact:**  
- Web: https://manufacturinghealthsolutions.com.au

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## Scoring Methodology

| Factor | Weight | Description |
|---|---|---|
| **MOQ** | 30% | Lower = better (200 or below = max score) |
| **Price** | 20% | Transparency + competitive unit cost |
| **Lead Time** | 15% | Fast turnaround = higher score |
| **Quality/Compliance** | 20% | TGA, GMP, certifications |
| **Location** | 10% | AU-based = faster, lower shipping |
| **Packaging Support** | 5% | Turnkey labeling/packaging included |

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## Recommendation

**Best for immediate testing (< $5K investment):**  
→ **White Label Nutrition** (MOQ 200, turnkey, fast)

**Best for differentiation (gummies/chews):**  
→ **Alpha Creations** (MOQ 100, creative formats, but USA-based)

**Best for full control + scalability:**  
→ **C & D Manufacturing** (TGA compliant, dropshipping, AU-based)

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## Next Steps

1. Request quotes from White Label Nutrition + C & D Manufacturing for turmeric/anti-inflammatory blend (200 units)
2. Compare unit cost vs. Happy Mammoth pricing ($89.99 retail → work backwards to target 60%+ gross margin)
3. Confirm lead times (need <4 weeks for first batch)
4. Test: White-label existing formula (fast) vs. custom formulation (slower but differentiated)

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## Notes

- Most AU manufacturers don't publish MOQ publicly → need direct quote
- TGA compliance critical if making health claims in AU
- Dropshipping capability (C & D) = fastest path to MVP (no warehouse needed)
- Gummies (Alpha Creations) = differentiation opportunity vs. powder-heavy market