GABA Supplement Manufacturer
Fermentation-derived for clean-label calm — the dose, the combination and the format chosen together.
INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT
GABA Supplement Manufacturing — Sleep and Calm, Built to Your Formula
We manufacture GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) products on our partner lines in Zhengzhou, China. Bring a finished formula, a target milligram load or a positioning — sleep support, stress relief or mood — and we turn it into a specification we can run in bulk.
- Fermentation-derived GABA to your spec
- Capsule, gummy, melt tablet and powder formats
- Assay and purity documented against your label
GABA is the brain’s primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, and as a supplement it has become a staple of the sleep and stress categories. The manufacturing question is source and format — fermentation-derived GABA is the clean-label standard, and the format decides whether it is a bedtime capsule, a daytime calm gummy or a melt tablet.
12 Dosage Forms
Gummies, capsules, softgels, tablets, powders, liquids and solid beverages — all run in-house.
6 Production Lines
Two GMP facilities covering 14,000 sqm, 200+ employees, no subcontracted fill.
100+ Export Markets
cGMP, HACCP, ISO 22000 and HALAL certified. Documentation built for your market.
At a Glance
| Item | What We Run |
|---|---|
| Source | Fermentation-derived GABA, ≥98% purity |
| Common formats | Hard capsule, gummy, melt tablet, powder, stick pack |
| Typical dose | 100–500 mg per serving, sleep formulas at the higher end |
| Key challenge | Dose accuracy, taste masking in gummies, hygroscopicity |
| Origin | Approved fermentation suppliers, food grade |
| Documentation | COA, assay, purity, heavy metals, allergen statement |
| Certification | cGMP, HACCP, ISO 22000, HALAL |
Why Source and Format Decide the Product
GABA is a clean-label calm and sleep ingredient. Three decisions decide whether the format matches the claim.
Source
Fermentation-derived GABA delivers clean-label, plant-origin material that fits calm and sleep positioning; synthetic routes are cheaper but carry residue questions. For a premium sleep or stress product, fermentation is the default.
Dose & Combination
A standalone calm product runs 100–250 mg; sleep formulas push to 300–500 mg and are often paired with L-Theanine, magnesium or melatonin. The milligram claim has to match the assay exactly.
Format
GABA is mildly hygroscopic and can clump in powder; its taste is easy to mask in a capsule but needs care in a gummy or melt tablet. The format and flavour system are chosen together.
Formats We Run
Hard capsules
HPMC or gelatin, 100–500 mg per capsule, the sleep and calm default
Gummies
pectin base, 50–100 mg per piece, flavour-masked
Melt tablets
dissolve in the mouth, a fast-onset positioning
Powder and stick packs
1–5 g servings, easy to blend with L-Theanine or magnesium
What We Check Before Release
GABA assay and purity against the claime…
GABA assay and purity against the claimed milligram dose
Heavy metals and microbiological limits …
Heavy metals and microbiological limits on the finished product
Moisture control — GABA is hygroscopic…
Moisture control — GABA is hygroscopic and must stay free-flowing
Disintegration and dissolution timing across capsule
Disintegration and dissolution timing across capsule, gummy and melt formats
Taste and mouthfeel stability through shelf life
Sourcing and Specification Notes
Fermentation-derived GABA is regularly s…
Fermentation-derived GABA is regularly stocked as the clean-label standard
We document purity and assay so your mil…
We document purity and assay so your milligram claim is defensible Combination blends with L-Theanine, magnesium or melatonin are routine
Vegan capsule and pectin-gummy options a…
Vegan capsule and pectin-gummy options are available on request
One Thing Buyers Get Wrong
Under-dosing the blend. A 50 mg GABA note inside a proprietary blend is below the studied range. The label should carry a real milligram claim. Ignoring hygroscopicity. GABA clumps in powder and stick packs if moisture is not controlled, which reads as a quality failure to the consumer. Choosing the wrong format for the claim. A fast-onset claim needs a melt tablet or liquid, not a standard capsule. The format has to match the story.
Popular Formulas We Run
GABA is a sleep-and-relax ingredient — the calming partners complete the formula.
Sleep Stack
GABA 100–300 mg with L-theanine and magnesium glycinate for sleep.
Stress + Calm
GABA with ashwagandha and 5-HTP for a broader relaxation formula.
GABA + Melatonin
GABA with melatonin for a two-pathway sleep-positioned gummy.
MOQ, Sampling & Lead Times
The commercial basics up front — minimums, sampling and production speed, the same commitment on every ingredient line.
Minimum Order Quantities
From 100 pieces per SKU on standard formats; 500 for custom packaging, 1,000 for a custom formula and 3,000 for full turnkey projects.
Quote & Sampling
Enquiries answered within 24 hours and quotations within 48. Samples take 2-3 days, with pilot batches from 1–5 kg before any bulk commitment.
Production & Dispatch
Standard bulk runs complete in 5–10 days, with packaged goods leaving the factory in 10–15 days after PO and artwork approval.
Where to Go Next
Health Focus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity for GABA capsules or gummies?
MOQ is confirmed per format and specification at quotation stage. Dose, format, unit weight and packaging all move the figure, so send us the target milligram claim and format for an exact number.
Should I choose fermentation-derived or synthetic GABA?
Fermentation-derived is the clean-label default for sleep and calm positioning. Synthetic is cheaper but carries residue questions. Tell us your positioning and price point.
Can GABA be combined with L-Theanine or magnesium?
Yes. GABA + L-Theanine and GABA + magnesium sleep blends are routine, and we check the full label arithmetic across every active.
Do you produce GABA gummies or melt tablets?
Yes. Gummies with flavour masking and melt tablets for a fast-onset positioning are both in our regular capability.
Can you match a 300 mg per capsule claim exactly?
Yes. Give us the milligram claim and we will show you the fill weight, capsule size and cost behind it, verified before print.
How long does bulk production take?
We reply to enquiries within 24 hours and send a quotation within 48. Samples take 2-3 days, and standard bulk runs complete in 5–10 days with packaged goods leaving in 10–15 days.
DOSAGE FORMS
Which format should your GABA product take?
The same active can be delivered in several forms, and each one changes the fill weight, the taste profile and the tooling. We produce tablet, capsule, gummy and powder in-house, so the choice is driven by your market rather than by what a third party can supply.
- Forms we run for this ingredient: capsules, gummies and melt tablets
- Pilot batch from 1–5 kg before any bulk commitment
- Fill weight, unit count and pack format set to your brief
Request a GABA Sample
Send the target actives, dosage form and pack size. We reply with a feasibility view, a sample plan and indicative pricing within 1–2 business days.
Start Your Project
Send the format, target active load and destination market. We confirm feasibility, quote it and prepare a sample — usually within 1–2 business days. Prefer to see the capability first? Read how our OEM programmes run, or request a free quote.