Before actual New Product Development initiation,
Is your project shaped out enough?
Clear direction is key to a successful NPD. Development lead times may vary depending on your proposal's complexity or specific requirements.
FAQ
Do you have a minimum order quantity (MOQ) for production?
Are samples free of charge?
How many samples per formula can I receive?
Many parts of my development request are undecided. How should I proceed?
Blueprint Your Development Direction
Define key features, such as hero ingredients and launching country.
Browse the Burgen Formula Library
Access exclusive formula library contents for Burgen PLUS members.
Request Formula Development
Submit new product development through Burgen PLUS.
Additional Consultation
We will reach out for any clarifications.
Complete Development Request
A formulator will be assigned within 3 workdays.
First Sample Submission
Carefully formulated first sample will be submitted.
First Sample Evaluation
Test the sample and request improvements if needed.
As your concept been finalized?
Now, time to turn your idea into an actual product!
Usually, Step 2 takes about 12 weeks after formulation approval. However, some developments take 3 months or more.
Formulation Lock
Approve your final formula specifications by thoroughly reviewing your checklist of requirements.
Ingredient List Confirmation
Check Burgen's ingredient list for the approved formula.
Standard Formula Confirmation
The standard formula sample will be sent for confirmation against final approved specifications.
Stability and Microbiology Tests
The product undergoes strict stability testing to ensure safety.
Active Claims +
Additional reports may be required if the product claims active ingredients.
Clinical Trials +
Additional clinical tests may be required for desired claims.
Packaging Development +
Packaging compatible with the confirmed formulation will be developed.
Packaging Confirmation
Confirm final packaging specifications including printing options.
Compatibility Test
Ensure packaging compatibility without leakage or chemical reactions.
Now that the product is finalized in terms of production specifications,
Burgen will provide a standard supply agreement
to the client.
Burgen will provide a standard supply agreement to the client, but if the client prefers, we are open for template negotiation. Additional time for legal review may be required.
FAQ
Do I have to wait until product spec finalization to initiate contract negotiation?
What affects the quotation?
How do you measure order quantity?
Quotations
Once the client confirms key elements such as final sample number, size, order quantity, and packaging type, Burgen will provide quotations followed by negotiations.
Contract
Burgen and the client sign the finalized supply agreement.
If a non-Burgen standard template is used, additional time for legal review will be required.
We are almost there!
Production sequence begins.
The initial plan is very important to set the direction for product development. Different plans can have different lead times for product development.
FAQ
Can I skip the 1st batch production and manufacture all my products at once?
Why do I need to confirm the 1st bulk baseline product?
When will the production start?
To a perfect finish!
Products will be thoroughly inspected for final ship out.
Burgen will inspect for any potential defect through our QC process, then safely deliver the products to the client's designated warehouse.
