Question 1

What does private label / contract manufacturing mean?

Accepted Answer

We produce supplements with your brand: you choose the product, decide the brand and artwork, we take care of formulation, production and packaging. The finished product comes out under your name, not ours.

Question 2

What's the difference between private label and white label?

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With white label you start from a product already in our catalogue and just apply your own label: it's faster and cheaper. With private label you can also customise the recipe from scratch. We offer both, depending on your budget and timeline.

Question 3

What's the minimum production quantity?

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It depends on the product and on whether you start from an existing recipe or a new formulation. Ready-made recipes have lower minimums; custom formulas generally require higher quantities to be sustainable in production. Tell us which product you're interested in and we'll give you an exact number.

Question 4

Can I create a completely new recipe?

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Yes. Our Research & Development department can formulate a recipe from scratch: raw material selection, nutritional balancing, sampling, all the way to the result you want.

Question 5

I already have my own recipe, can you produce it?

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Yes, we assess the feasibility of your formula and prepare a quote, adapting the production process to the technical characteristics of the product you bring us.

Question 6

What does cold processing mean?

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It's the process we've used since 1988, before many well-known names in the sector: we avoid high-temperature cooking, so noble proteins like whey remain intact, unlike what happens with the high-temperature processes typical of manufacturers who also produce nougat and confectionery.

Question 7

Do you have vegan or gluten-free bars?

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Yes: we produce vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and sugar-free bars, alongside the classic versions with and without a chocolate coating. We also make collagen bars, low-carb keto formulas and bars enriched with prebiotic fiber.

Question 8

What flavours are available?

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Besides the classics (hazelnut, cocoa, banana, wild berries, almond, peanut, pistachio, coconut) we have special flavours like grandma's cake, choco-crispies, amaretto, cookies and chocolate egg. The catalogue is updated often: ask us for the full list.

Question 9

Can I choose the weight of the bar?

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Yes, the weight is customisable together with the flavour and protein content: we build the bar around your specifications, not the other way round.

Question 10

Do you have bars with creatine for athletes?

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Yes, we also produce bars with creatine designed for people who train intensely and need extra support beyond protein.

Question 11

Do you also produce protein powder?

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Yes, protein powders in various flavours (including cocoa and vanilla), as well as protein creams, oat flours and tablet supplements such as BCAAs.

Question 12

What protein creams do you have?

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Dark chocolate, white chocolate and pistachio protein cream are among our most requested references, all customisable.

Question 13

Do you also produce tablet supplements?

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Yes, including BCAAs. If you need a tablet or capsule format for your product, ask us about feasibility.

Question 14

Are the raw materials certified?

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We select certified raw materials, favouring organic ingredients or ones with environmental certifications where possible. We don't use hydrogenated fats such as palm oil, and we only use natural flavourings. We are an officially authorised organic-certified producer, developing entirely organic lines with certified raw materials.

Question 15

Are the products Made in Italy?

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Yes, everything is produced entirely at our facility in Sabaudia (LT), Italy, selecting ingredients that reflect Italian tradition with attention to sustainability.

Question 16

What kind of packaging do you offer?

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We work with fully recyclable packaging and support you with artwork development, from concept to print-ready file.

Question 17

Do you handle regulatory notification?

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Yes, we assist with consulting for the notification to the relevant health authority and with the regulatory requirements around food supplement labelling.

Question 18

How long does production take?

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Once the sample is approved, production is usually completed within a month of the order date. Reorders are generally faster.

Question 19

Can I get a sample before ordering?

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Yes, after the formulation stage we prepare a sample that you need to approve before full production starts. You can also request samples of the ready-made recipes already in our catalogue.

Question 20

How does the process work from start to finish?

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Four stages: 1) an introductory conversation to understand your project, 2) recipe formulation and sampling, 3) production once the sample is approved, 4) shipping, handled directly by us or via dropshipping.

Question 21

How does dropshipping work?

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We produce and ship directly to your end customers with your brand on the label: you don't need to manage a warehouse, packing or couriers. Especially useful for anyone launching a brand without physical storage space.

Question 22

Do you also ship abroad?

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Yes, we handle shipments outside Italy too. Tell us the destination country and expected volumes and we'll give you precise timelines and costs.

Question 23

How much does it cost to start a production run?

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It depends on the product, quantity and level of customisation required. We don't publish a fixed price list because every project is different: send us the details and we'll prepare a tailored quote.

Question 24

Does my recipe stay exclusive to my brand?

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Custom formulations developed on request remain tied to the client's project. Let's discuss it at the quoting stage to define exclusivity details together.

Question 25

How long have you been in business?

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Dietetici Quaranta was founded in 1988 by Sante Quaranta, after years of experience in the sports world together with Francesca Pandozzi. Today we're a family-run company specialised in protein bars and supplements.

Question 26

Where is your facility located?

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We're in Sabaudia (LT), Italy, at Via Ischia SNC, Zona Industriale San Donato.

Question 27

How can I contact you?

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You can email us at info@dieteticiquaranta.it, call us at +39 0773 80 77 66, or message us directly on WhatsApp: we reply within two business days.

Question 28

How do I request the full catalogue?

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Email or WhatsApp us telling us which product type you're interested in (bars, creams, powders, flours or tablets): we'll send you the catalogue and, if you like, a sample.

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