CONTRACT MANUFACTURING

Flexible Contract Manufacturing for Food & Cosmetic Brands

Turnkey manufacturing solutions for the food and cosmetic industry. We manufacture liquids and powders, fill, pack and package to your specification.

Since 2017

Supporting growing brands

MOQ from 1,000 units

Flexible for trials and established brands.

South Africa

Local manufacturing and support

Food & Cosmetic Focus

Specialised manufacturing for food supplements, functional foods, skincare and personal care products.

Private-Label Support

Your brand, our manufacturing expertise.

Reliable Service

Consistent quality and on-time production.

Lower MOQs

From 1,000 units

Contract Manufacturing Solutions Built Around Your Product

We manufacture to your existing formulation, private-label brief or transferred process. Our turnkey services cover filling, packing, sourcing and production support across a range of food and cosmetic products.

One Partner. Multiple Specialist Capabilities.

Since 1986, Bio Services has supported businesses with specialist scientific and technical services.
Our capabilities span laboratory testing, manufacturing, raw material supply and plant biotechnology,
allowing clients to access the expertise they need for individual projects or broader business requirements.

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Turnkey Contract Manufacturing

End-to-end manufacturing from procurement to finished, packaged products.

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Private-Label & Client-Formula Manufacturing

Manufacture to your existing formulation, private-label brief or transferred process.

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Pilot Batches & Scale-Up

From small pilot batches to larger production runs as your brand grows.

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Filling, Packing & Repacking

Accurate and efficient filling, packing and repacking for a range of formats.

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Raw Material & Packaging Sourcing

We can source high-quality raw materials and packaging to meet your requirements.

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Batch Coding & Secondary Packaging

Batch coding, labelling and secondary packaging to your specifications.Batch coding, labelling and secondary packaging to your specifications.

How It Works

1

Share Your Brief

Tell us about your product, target market and requirements.

 
2

Feasibility & NDA

We review your requirements and can sign an NDA if needed.

 
3

Quote & Planning

We provide a detailed quote and production plan.

 
4

Sourcing & Production

We source materials (if required) and manufacture to your specifications.

 
5

Release & Delivery

Finished products are released and delivered to you.

 
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From Formulation Transfer to Finished Product

Why Choose Bio Services?

Flexible Production Support

From pilot batches to commercial production

Focused Expertise

Specialist manufacturing for food and cosmetic products.

Reliable and Responsive

A dedicated team to support your production needs.

Scalable Capacity

Support for both growing brands and established businesses.

Quality & Process Control

Client formulas protected by NDA

Your formulation and business information are kept confidential.

Incoming raw materials checked

Materials are verified before production.

Batch traceability

Full production records for each batch.

Consistent quality and reliability

Robust in-house processes to ensure consistent results.

Ready to Discuss Your Manufacturing Requirements?

Let’s talk about your project and how we can support your manufacturing needs. Our team is here to provide information and a tailored quote.

Frequently asked questions

Our typical minimum order quantity starts from 1,000 units, depending on the product, packaging and manufacturing requirements. Contact our team with your formulation and required quantity so we can confirm what is practical for your project.

Our main contract manufacturing service is based on client-owned formulations or formulations transferred from another manufacturer. We can also assist with technical transfer, pilot batches, scale-up and certain formulation adjustments where required.

Yes. Bio Services provides private-label and client-formula manufacturing, allowing products to be manufactured and packed under your own brand. The client remains responsible for the final artwork, while Bio Services can assist with packaging sourcing, filling, labelling, batch coding and secondary packaging.

We can accommodate a wide variety of packaging formats, including plastic and glass bottles, jars, tubs, pouches, drums, jerry cans, bags and bulk containers. We can also assist with closures, pumps, droppers, tamper-evident seals, labels, cartons, multipacks and other secondary packaging options.

For an existing, proven formulation, the typical lead time is approximately 21 working days once all required materials are available and the project is ready for production. New technical transfers or more complex projects may take longer, with some projects requiring up to approximately three months.

Yes. Bio Services can source both raw materials and packaging components for manufacturing projects. Clients may also supply their own approved materials or packaging, provided they meet the required quality and suitability requirements.

Yes. Bio Services works with start-ups, established brands and retailers. Lower minimum order quantities can help businesses enter the market without committing to very large initial production runs.

The main focus is foodstuffs, nutritional products and cosmetics, with manufacturing capabilities including liquids, powders and selected related formats. Bio Services does not manufacture pharmaceutical or scheduled-medicine products.

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