Contract manufacturing · Miami, Florida, USA
Private label cosmetics manufacturer where beauty brands are born.
ALFA Manufacturing Group (ALFA MFG) is an FDA-registered, ISO 22716 cGMP manufacturer of haircare, skincare and bath & body products. Formulation, salon testing, compounding, filling and quality control all happen under one roof in Miami — so international buyers deal with one accountable partner instead of a chain of subcontractors.
Choose from 1,000+ stock formulations, commission an original formula from our chemists, or bring your own formula for production at scale. Every quote states MOQs, fees and lead times upfront.
Who we work with
One manufacturer for every stage of your brand.
Whether you are launching a first SKU, scaling into national retail or putting your name on salon-grade formulas, the same lines and the same team carry you through — no manufacturer switch when volumes grow.
New brands & creators
Transparent pricing, MOQs from 2,500 units and a project team that guides you from formula to finished, retail-ready product.
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Scaling & retail brands
Pilot batch to national retail on the same 17 fill lines and 7,000 gal/day compounding capacity.
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Salons, medspas & distributors
Your name on professional-grade formulas, worked and validated in our own on-site salon before they ship.
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Three ways to build your line.
Pick the engagement model that matches your timeline, budget and how unique your formula needs to be. Many brands start with private label and move to custom formulation for their hero SKU.
Private label
Proven, market-tested formulas from a 1,000+ stock catalog — branded as yours.
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Custom formulation
Original formulas or benchmark matches from our in-house R&D lab, prototyped in 2–4 weeks.
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Contract manufacturing
Your formula, our lines — compounded and filled at scale, 4–8 weeks door to door.
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A side-by-side view buyers use to brief their internal teams before requesting a quote.
| Criteria | Private label Fastest to market | Custom formulation Most differentiated | Contract manufacturing Formula owners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formula source | 1,000+ ALFA stock formulations | Developed by ALFA R&D to your brief or benchmark | Your existing formula |
| Best for | New brands, salons, medspas, creators | Brands building a signature hero product | Brands moving or scaling production |
| Development | Select, sample and brand | Prototype in 2–4 weeks · 1–3 sample rounds · USD 500–1,000 fee credited to first order | Technical transfer & pilot batch |
| Production lead time | 4–8 weeks door to door | 4–8 weeks after approval | 4–8 weeks door to door |
| Run sizes | From 2,500 units · tiers at 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000+ | From 2,500 units (by container) | Pilot batch to national retail |
| Learn more | Private label | Custom formulation | Contract manufacturing |
How it works
Four stages. Real numbers. No mystery.
Overseas buyers often lose months to vague timelines. Here is exactly what happens between your first call and a shipped production run — with the figures we commit to in writing.
- 01 — Induction
Scope & quote
We define product type, claims, packaging and volumes, then issue a written quote and project plan.
Quotes held 30 days - 02 — R&D
Prototype & refine
Chemists deliver prototypes in 2–4 weeks; the development fee is credited to your first order.
1–3 sample rounds - 03 — Registration
Compliance & testing
Documentation and testing are handled in-house to support your launch market.
International registration support - 04 — Manufacturing
Produce & ship
Full runs are compounded, filled, labeled and released in 4–8 weeks, door to door.
50% deposit to schedule
The numbers
Minimum order quantities
| Container format | MOQ per run |
|---|---|
| Sachets (5–15 ml) | 10,000 units |
| Bottles / jars (10 ml – 2 oz) | 5,000 units |
| ↳ Luxury skincare | 2,500 units |
| Bottles / jars / tubes (2.1 – 8 oz) | 2,500 units |
| Bottles / jars (8.1 – 32 oz) | 2,500 units |
| Bottles / jars (128 oz) | 480 units |
Fees & terms
Straight answers on cost
| R&D development feeCredited to your first order | USD 500 – 1,000 |
| Deposit to schedule production | 50% |
| Quote validity | 30 days |
| Prototype turnaround | 2–4 weeks |
| Production lead time | 4–8 weeks |
Buyer tip: budget for MOQ per SKU, not per range. Launching three shampoos in 8 oz bottles means three runs of 2,500 units each.
Inside the plant
Tested where it matters — in our on-site salon.
Most contract manufacturers send samples out and wait for feedback. We built a professional salon inside the factory, so every haircare formula is worked by licensed stylists and real clients before it carries your name.
- Stylist and consumer feedback recorded at every sample round
- Benchmarked side by side against leading professional brands
- Findings feed straight back to the chemists — same building, same day
- Shorter development loops mean fewer sample rounds and faster launches
You've seen our work — you just didn't know it. Products made at ALFA MFG sell in:
Formula catalog
Start from a finished concept.
Every stock formula is already stability-proven on our lines. Brand it as-is, or use it as the base for a custom variant.
Haircare
Salon-tested systems for professional and retail lines.
Skincare
Luxury skincare available from 2,500 units in small formats.
Bath & Body
Rich textures and fragrance-forward body care.
Home Care
Lifestyle extensions for beauty and hospitality brands.
Other Formats
Niche and emerging categories on request.
Looking for hydration-focused SKUs? Browse the moisturizing collection
Capabilities
Every step in-house. Fully traceable.
Keeping formulation, compounding, filling and QA in one ISO 22716 facility removes hand-offs — the point where most quality and timeline problems begin.
Research & Development
Original formulas, benchmark matching and reformulation, supported by on-site salon testing.
Mixing & Compounding
Emulsions, surfactant systems and serums compounded in controlled batches from pilot to full scale.
Filling & Labeling
Sachets, tubes, bottles, jars and gallons filled, capped and labeled ready for retail shelves.
Quality Assurance
ISO 22716 cGMP quality system audited by SGS in an FDA-registered facility, with batch documentation.
Buyer questions
Answers before you ask.
The questions importers, distributors and brand owners raise most often during supplier evaluation.
Sourcing from outside the U.S.? Prepare these five items
- Your target markets, so registration documents can be planned from day one.
- A benchmark product or a written claims brief (e.g. sulfate-free, vegan, SPF-free).
- Packaging format and size per SKU — it sets your MOQ.
- A 12-month volume forecast to unlock tier pricing at 5,000, 10,000 or 20,000+ units.
- Your preferred shipping terms and destination port or warehouse.
How long does it take to launch a private label or custom cosmetic product?
What are ALFA MFG's minimum order quantities?
What does custom cosmetic development cost?
Can you match a benchmark product?
Can I bring my own formula?
Do you handle filling and labeling?
Do you support international product registration?
How does salon testing work?
Ready to build your line?
Tell us what you are making, where you plan to sell it and the volumes you expect. A product specialist will reply with a clear plan, MOQs and a written quote.