Does AMR do animal testing?
No. AMR Labs does not do animal testing. We are proud to be a cruelty-free contract manufacturer and lab.
When do you do stability testing?
Stability and compatibility testing should be done when you have approved your final sample. AMR will provide you with a few referrals for outside 3rd party laboratories that will be able to do your formal stability and compatibility testing.
Are R&D fees refundable?
No. R&D fees cover the cost of time spent formulating your product, ordering samples for your formula, and creating bench samples. After 3 products have been formulated and at least 3 production orders for different products have been placed, all future R&D fees will be waived.
Do you offer facility tours?
Yes! We enjoy meeting with customers face to face. We ask that you contact our offices to schedule a meeting to meet with our experts and see our facilities.
Does AMR formulate products for export?
Yes. Each country has varying laws and guidelines for importing products. At AMR Labs, we have created products for export to over 35 different countries. We will use our experience and knowledge to navigate the paperwork and certificates required for export. AMR Labs will provide you with certificates of export and free-sale, as well as [...]
Does AMR sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)?
Yes. AMR will provide you with our NDA which protects the client (you) and manufacturer (AMR).
Will I receive a copy of the approved formula?
AMR Labs maintains ownership of all formulations. However, we do enter into agreements to enable our customers to have exclusive use of specific formulations. We do not share formulations across customers. Complete formulas may be purchased from AMR Laboratories. Pricing is determined on a per-formula basis.
Once I place my production order, when can I expect my products to ship?
Once you have placed an order, we will send you an invoice for a 50% deposit. After we have received your deposit, our ordering department will begin to place orders for raw materials. Lead times of ingredients vary, depending on location of ingredient, whether or not the vendor has the ingredient in stock, and more. [...]
What are your minimums for Custom Formulation?
The minimum order quantity is 2,500 pieces. We are able to provide a one-time test run of 1,000 pieces to accommodate your product launch.
How much will my product cost per unit?
This answer is entirely up to you. Before beginning the R&D phase, we ask that you provide use with your cost per piece. The answer to this allows us to give a budget to our R&D team for your formula. Our R&D team will work backwards from there when deciding which ingredients and actives to [...]