Are you a manufacturer or a startup looking to develop herbal products with expert guidance and access to state-of-the-art lab facilities? At FRL, we offer specialized support in herbal product development, providing the expertise, equipment, and environment you need to bring your vision to life.
Startups and manufacturers often face costly challenges in herbal product development due to limited lab access, regulatory hurdles, and sourcing quality herbs. Ensuring efficacy and consumer appeal adds complexity, delaying market launch. Food Research Lab offers expert guidance and advanced facilities to streamline development and deliver compliant, market-ready herbal products faster.
Our experts develop effective herbal products using proven formulations.
Work with cutting-edge equipment for formulation, testing, and quality checks.
Custom plans for small batches or full-scale production
Speed up development with expert-led, hassle-free execution.
From sourcing to compliance and sensory testing, we cover it all.
Work with experienced herbalists, food technologists, and chemists to refine your product.
Utilize our advanced lab equipment to develop and test your products.
Ensure your herbal product complies with industry standards and certifications with our regulatory support.
Choose from flexible packages that fit your specific needs and project scale.
Ensure your product meets consumer expectations in both effectiveness and appeal.
Develop market-ready herbal products with expert support in formulation, extraction, and testing. From supplements to wellness drinks, we ensure quality, compliance, and consumer appeal—backed by advanced lab facilities for prototyping and refinement.
| Package | Basic | Premium | Advanced |
| Duration | 2 Days (4-6 hours/day) | 3 Days (4-6 hours/day) | 4 Days (4-6 hours/day) |
| Expertise Provided | Herbalists + Food Technologists | Herbalists + Food Technologists + Nutritionists | Herbalists + Food Technologists + Chemists/Nutritionists (if needed) |
| Lab Access | 4 hours per day | 6 hours per day | 6 hours per day |
| Equipment Access | Standard herbal formulation equipment | Advanced herbal formulation & extraction equipment | Full access to advanced herbal and extraction equipment |
| Raw Material Procurement | Client brings materials | Client brings materials / procurement assistance available (additional cost) | Full procurement assistance or sourcing available (additional cost) |
| Storage Facility | Limited storage (up to 1 day) | Storage for up to 3 days (including freezer) | Extended storage (up to 7 days, including freezer) |
| Sensory Testing | Basic sensory testing | Full sensory lab testing (taste, texture, etc.) | Full sensory lab testing with efficacy and stability testing |
| Packaging Assistance | None | Standard packaging advice | Full packaging solutions including design, sourcing, and testing |
| Photoshoot / Video | Basic photo documentation | Full video and photo documentation | Full video, photo documentation + advanced editing |
| SOP Provided | Simple SOP with video documentation | Detailed SOP with video documentation | Comprehensive SOP with video, ingredient sourcing, and packaging details |
| Consultation | 30-minute pre-planning consultation | 1-hour pre-planning consultation | Full consultation with ongoing feedback |
| Cost (INR) | ₹50,000 – ₹70,000 | ₹80,000 – ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,10,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| Service | Details | Cost (INR) |
| Raw Material Procurement | Full sourcing of raw materials for the project (client-specific needs) | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Extended Lab Time | Additional lab access beyond the package (per day) | ₹10,000 per additional 2 hours |
| Extended Storage | Storage for raw materials beyond package duration (up to 1 month) | ₹5,000 – ₹10,000 (per week) |
| Advanced Packaging Solutions | Customized packaging solutions including design, sourcing, and testing | ₹20,000 – ₹40,000 |
| Regulatory Compliance Assistance | Assistance with regulatory approvals and certifications for herbal products | ₹30,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Advanced Photoshoot & Video Editing | Professional photoshoot and video editing for marketing purposes | ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 |
Each package includes a consultation where clients provide input on raw material requirements, product specifications, and process planning. Clients can bring their own raw materials or opt for FRL’s procurement services, which are available as a separate package. Extended lab time, storage, packaging, and regulatory compliance needs are also discussed during the consultation.
Discuss your project’s goals, raw material needs, and the development process with our team of experts.
You can either provide your raw materials or request our assistance with sourcing high-quality ingredients (available as an additional service).
Utilize our lab facilities for 4-6 hours per day, depending on the package, to develop, test, and refine your herbal product.
Conduct sensory testing to evaluate the product’s texture, taste, or fragrance. Efficacy testing ensures your herbal product delivers the intended benefits.
Receive a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) along with video documentation for replication and scaling.
Fine-tune your product with real-time feedback and receive packaging recommendations based on your market requirements.
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Clients are responsible for providing raw materials, but FRL offers procurement assistance as an additional service for those who need help sourcing high-quality ingredients.
Each package includes 4-6 hours of lab time per day, depending on the package selected. Additional lab time can be arranged at an extra cost.
Clients can observe the output and results of the product development, but due to confidentiality and process efficiency, the actual working process is not open for observation. You will receive real-time feedback and updates.
We offer sensory testing (taste, texture, fragrance) and efficacy testing to ensure your product delivers the intended benefits. Advanced testing is available in premium and advanced packages.
Additional lab time can be added to your package at an extra cost. This can be arranged during the initial consultation or when additional needs arise.
Yes, we offer packaging advice and solutions as part of our premium and advanced packages. This includes recommendations for design, sourcing, and testing.
We help ensure that your herbal product complies with local and international regulations, providing guidance on certifications and approvals. This service is included in premium and advanced packages or can be purchased as an additional service.
Yes, clients can provide real-time feedback based on the output, and adjustments can be made within the allocated time frame. Further adjustments beyond this may require additional time and costs.
You will receive a detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and video documentation for the entire development process, ensuring easy replication and scalability.
Yes, storage options are included in all packages for the duration of the project. Extended storage is available at an additional cost if required beyond the package timeline.
Yes, expert selection can be discussed during the consultation phase. Based on your project’s complexity and specific requirements, we will recommend the most suitable experts, and you will have the option to make a choice.
Project costs will vary depending on the complexity of your product development needs. More complex projects, such as those involving multiple stages of testing, advanced formulations, or extensive regulatory compliance, will require more resources and expertise, which may increase the overall cost. During the initial consultation, we will assess your project and provide a detailed cost breakdown based on the specific requirements.
The project cost typically covers lab time, expert consultation, sensory and stability testing, ingredient sourcing (if requested), SOP creation, and documentation. Additional services such as extended lab time, advanced packaging solutions, and regulatory assistance may incur additional costs, which will be discussed during the consultation.
Yes, project scope changes can be requested, but they may affect both the timeline and cost. We recommend discussing any adjustments as early as possible to avoid delays. Major changes to the product formulation, testing requirements, or packaging could incur additional charges based on the complexity of the new requests.
Our team follows a rigorous development and testing process to ensure that the final product meets your quality standards. This includes sensory testing, stability assessments, and, if required, functional efficacy testing. You will receive regular updates during the process, and final approval is always in your hands before the project is completed.
If the product does not meet your expectations based on the agreed-upon project scope, we encourage you to provide specific feedback during the review process. Adjustments can be made within the allocated project time. In cases where further changes are required beyond the initial agreement, additional costs may apply, which will be discussed in advance.
Yes, certain projects may require specialized testing (e.g., advanced nutritional analysis, microbiological testing, or functional efficacy studies) or the use of specialized equipment. These services are not included in the standard package and will be billed separately. We will inform you of any additional costs during the consultation phase.
You will receive regular updates from the assigned expert throughout the project. Milestones, including formulation completion, testing results, and final documentation, will be shared with you. You can also communicate directly with the expert or project manager to discuss any concerns or feedback as the project progresses.
We can assist with obtaining additional certifications such as organic, vegan, or halal, depending on your product’s needs. These certifications require specialized processes and documentation, which may involve extra time and costs. We will provide you with a clear plan for obtaining the necessary certifications during the project consultation.
FRL focuses primarily on product development and initial testing. However, we can provide guidance on scaling up your product for large-scale manufacturing, including connections to co-packers and manufacturers that align with your product’s needs. Our team will also ensure that all the processes we develop are scalable and replicable for commercial production.
If your project exceeds the estimated timeline due to unforeseen complexities, we will notify you immediately. Extensions may incur additional charges, but we will provide a detailed explanation and options to continue or adjust the project scope. We aim to keep timelines as efficient as possible while maintaining quality.
Food Research Lab strives for excellence in new Food, Beverage and Nutraceutical Product Research and Development by offering cutting edge scientific analysis and expertise.