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29 Jan

Posted at 07:10h in Blog

Introduction Food incubators help founders move fast—but speed without compliance is one of the biggest reasons food startups fail after launch. United Food Labs works directly with food incubator companies and their portfolio brands to ensure products are tested, labeled, and positioned for scale. Common Incubator Blind Spots ...

28 Jan

Posted at 07:09h in Blog

Signs You’ve Outgrown Private Label Limited product differentiation Margin pressure Retail or investor expansion goals Benefits of Custom Formulation Proprietary IP Cleaner labels and improved nutrition Stronger brand positioning United Food Labs assists brands with formulation support, nutritional optimization, and validation testing. Compliance Implications of Custom Products Moving to...

25 Jan

Posted at 07:07h in Blog

What Retail Buyers Expect Accurate and verified Nutrition Facts labels Shelf life documentation Consistent formulations Supplier and ingredient verification Testing Required for Retail Growth Retailers commonly request: Full nutritional panels Shelf life and stability testing Microbial COAs United Food Labs supports brands through retail onboarding and buyer documentation...

24 Jan

Posted at 07:06h in Blog

Why Compliance Is Commonly Misunderstood Many founders assume co-packers handle all compliance. In reality, the brand owner is legally responsible for label accuracy and product claims. Common (and Costly) Oversights Incorrect Nutrition Facts labels Missing allergen disclosures Unsupported shelf life claims Incomplete retailer documentation United Food Labs frequently...

22 Jan

Posted at 07:04h in Blog

Step 1: Choose the Right Product Category Low-risk categories like dry goods, snacks, and acidified beverages are often easiest for private label startups. United Food Labs helps evaluate risk level, required testing, and regulatory pathway before you commit to production. Step 2: Select a Co-Packer When choosing a co-packer,...

21 Jan

Posted at 07:01h in Blog

If you're launching a food or beverage product, one of the first strategic decisions you’ll face is whether to pursue private labeling or build a proprietary CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) brand. This decision impacts everything—from formulation ownership and margins to testing, labeling, and long-term scalability. At...

20 Jan

Posted at 06:53h in Blog

Cold chain products are increasingly popular in today’s food and beverage market, from refrigerated beverages and sauces to functional foods requiring temperature control. While cold storage reduces microbial risk, it does not replace the need for a Process Authority (PA) letter. For many cold chain products,...

19 Jan

Posted at 06:53h in Blog

Sea moss (Irish moss) has become one of the fastest-growing dietary supplement ingredients in the U.S., commonly sold as gels, powders, capsules, and beverages. While demand continues to rise, so does regulatory scrutiny. Brands that fail to properly test sea moss products risk FDA enforcement,...

27 Dec

Posted at 18:20h in Blog

Selling food and beverage products on Amazon is one of the fastest ways for small brands to reach national customers—but it also comes with strict requirements. Amazon expects every food listing to meet FDA labeling laws, follow 21 CFR regulations, and include a fully compliant...

26 Dec

Posted at 18:16h in Blog

Selling dietary supplements on Amazon has become one of the fastest ways for new brands to launch nationally—but it’s also become one of the hardest product categories to get approved for. Amazon has dramatically tightened compliance requirements in the past few years. Brands now need...