Wholesale Nutraceutical Raw Materials
Break the "High MOQ" Cycle.
The nutraceutical supply chain is rigid. Distributors demand massive Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs) and lead times that stifle innovation. Waste Optima disrupts this model.
We source spot lots of Vitamins, Amino Acids, and Botanical Extracts from the surplus inventory of major supplement manufacturers. Get the high-value actives you need for pilot runs and production gaps—without the distributor markup.
Sourcing for R&D and Agile Production
When large supplement brands pivot, they leave behind perfectly good, sealed drums of raw ingredients. This "distressed" inventory is a goldmine for agile manufacturers.
Why Smart Labs Buy Surplus:
No MOQs: Buy a single drum instead of a full pallet. Perfect for R&D testing, pilot batches, or limited-time flavor runs.
Immediate Availability: Inventory is domestic (USA) and on the ground. No waiting for imports to clear customs.
Price Advantage: Secure premium branded ingredients and generic actives at 30-60% below spot market.
What We Source
We focus on the "Workhorse Ingredients" of the supplement industry. Our Preferred Buyers List gets priority access to:
Amino Acids & Sports Nutrition
- Materials: BCAAs (2:1:1), Creatine Monohydrate, L-Glutamine, Beta-Alanine.
- Condition: Virgin powder in sealed drums/boxes with original poly liners.
Vitamins & Antioxidants
- Materials: Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Vitamin E (Tocopherols), B-Complex vitamins.
- Use Case: Fortification, antioxidant blends, and beverage formulation.
Proteins & Herbal Extracts
- Materials: Whey Protein Isolate (WPI), Pea Protein, Collagen Peptides, Standardized Extracts.
- Quality: Verified standardized potency against the original COA.
21 CFR Part 111 Compliance Starts Here.
We understand that you cannot put "mystery powder" into a capsule. The FDA requires identity verification, and so do we.
Our Guarantee to the Network:
The Paper Trail: We do not list materials without a valid Manufacturer Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing potency, heavy metals, and microbials.
Sealed Integrity: We strictly deal in unopened, original packaging. We do not sell "partial" drums that have been exposed to the environment.
Retest Capability: For larger lots, we can arrange for independent third-party ID testing (FTIR/HPLC) to validate specs before you ship.
Fuel Your Next Production Run
High-value actives move fast. Our inventory is circulated to our private network before it is ever listed publicly.
If you are looking for spot deals on specific ingredients, tell us what you consume.
Common Questions About Surplus Nutraceuticals
Q: Can I use surplus ingredients for GMP manufacturing? A: Yes, provided the material is sealed and accompanied by a valid COA. Under GMP guidelines (21 CFR Part 111), you must verify the identity of any incoming component. Waste Optima provides the documentation you need to perform this verification.
Q: Do you sell "caked" or clumped material? A: We inspect inventory for physical condition. Hygroscopic materials (like certain aminos) can clump if stored improperly. We disclose the physical condition of every lot upfront so there are no surprises at your loading dock.