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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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