Quality Control and Good Manufacturing

Traverse Bay Farms and Fruit Advantage - Our Commitment to Purity, Safety, and Excellence

Quick Summary

Consumers are increasingly concerned about the quality of nutritional products they take. At Fruit Advantage, we take every step possible to ensure we deliver the purest and highest quality product available. Our manufacturing process incorporates our proprietary FruiTraction process, backed by millions of dollars in analytical testing equipment, personnel, and procedures - and verified by independent third-party audits.

GMP At a Glance

15+
Years Following GMP Standards
48+
Fruit Products Utilizing GMP
4+
Patents and Trademarks Owned
Annual
Independent GMP Compliance Audits

Vital Components of Good Manufacturing Process (GMP)

Manufacturing Flow Chart

Every product follows a specific, documented manufacturing procedure outlined in our Manufacturing Flow Chart (MFC)

Raw Material Testing

All raw materials are quarantined and rigorously tested for identity, safety, heavy metals, and microbiological compliance before use

Third-Party Testing

Independent analytical and microbiological laboratories verify active ingredient content, heavy metals, and purity

Analytical Laboratory

Advanced equipment including ICP-AES, ICP-MS, and HPLC for precision testing to PPM and PPB accuracy levels

Quality Assurance and Audits

Annual independent GMP compliance audits by Shuster Laboratories ensure our processes meet the highest standards


Our GMP Process in Detail

Manufacturing Flow Chart

Manufacturing Flow Chart

All Fruit Advantage products follow a specific manufacturing procedure outlined in our Manufacturing Flow Chart (MFC). Every step is documented and strictly followed to ensure consistent, high-quality output from batch to batch.

Raw Material Testing

Raw Material Testing

All raw materials are given stringent internal specifications - both physical and chemical - and are rigorously tested before being released for production. All suppliers have also passed our Supplier Qualification Program, verifying the quality and integrity of every ingredient.

Analytical Laboratory

Analytical Laboratory

We utilize third-party analytical and microbiological laboratories equipped with advanced testing technology:

  • ICP-AES - mineral composition testing to PPM accuracy
  • ICP-MS - heavy metal testing to PPB accuracy
  • HPLC - organic acid and active ingredient analysis

Quality Audits

Quality Audits

Manufacturing facilities are audited at least once per year by Shuster Laboratories for compliance with GMP Manufacturing Practices for Nutritional Supplements. Shuster provides product testing, development, and quality assurance services to manufacturers, retailers, and ingredient suppliers across foods, pharmaceuticals, and nutritional supplements.

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance

We assure quality at every stage:

  • Quarantine all incoming raw materials upon receipt
  • Test for heavy metals, microbes, purity, and potency before release
  • In-process inspections monitoring fill-weight, hardness, thickness, disintegration, and friability
  • Retain bottled samples of each production batch for future reference

Kosher, Organic and Halal

Kosher Organic Halal

When stated on the label, our Fruit Advantage products are Kosher, Organic, and Halal certified - meeting the highest standards for consumers with specific dietary and religious requirements.


Our Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Our third-party manufacturing partner has established a complete set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) strictly followed to ensure you receive a consistent product from order to order. These SOPs are an essential part of our commitment to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Annual independent audits verify strict compliance with cGMP standards.


Our Quality Promise to You

Every Fruit Advantage product is manufactured with the highest level of integrity - from raw material sourcing to the finished capsule in your hands.

15+ Years of GMP Compliance
Annual Independent Audits
Third-Party Lab Verified
Kosher, Organic and Halal Options
Heavy Metal and Microbe Tested
4+ Patents and Trademarks
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