Custom Fragrance & Flavor Development
When our 70,000+ library formulations don’t meet your needs, our R&D team creates exclusive, tailored solutions from scratch. Full IP ownership. Signature scents. Complete customization.
Is Custom Development Right for You?
We offer two distinct approaches to meet your formulation needs. Choose the path that best fits your project requirements.
Recommended First
Library Selection
Access 70,000+ proven formulations ready for immediate sampling and production.
- Proven, tested formulations
- Fast turnaround (1-3 days)
- Standard applications & performance
- Budget-conscious projects
- Quick market testing
- 70,000+ options available
Custom Development
Exclusive formulations created from scratch for your unique brand identity.
- Signature scents no one can replicate
- Specific performance requirements
- Premium brand positioning
- Exclusive IP ownership
- Complex technical solutions
- Complete product line development
6 Custom Development Services
From bespoke creation to regulatory compliance, we solve your most complex formulation challenges
Bespoke Creation
Create entirely new, exclusive formulations from scratch based on your creative vision and brand identity.
Formula Matching
Replicate existing fragrances or flavors with molecular-level accuracy using advanced GC-MS analysis.
Performance Optimization
Enhance formulations for improved performance in challenging applications with advanced delivery systems.
Natural Formulation
Develop natural, organic, or clean-label formulations meeting certification requirements.
Product Line Development
Create cohesive fragrance or flavor families with consistent brand identity across multiple SKUs.
Regulatory Compliance
Adapt formulations to meet specific market regulations while maintaining sensory performance.
The Custom Development Process
A clear, proven journey from concept to production-ready formula
From Brief to Production in 5 Clear Steps
Our streamlined custom development process ensures consistent quality, transparent communication, and efficient timelines.
Discovery & Brief
Consultation, NDA signing, requirements gathering
Formulation
R&D creates 3 initial formula submissions
Client Evaluation
Application testing and feedback collection
Refinement
Formula adjustments and optimization
Production
Documentation and order fulfillment
World-Class R&D Facilities
State-of-the-art laboratories and expert team delivering innovation
110+ Expert Scientists
Our dedicated R&D team combines decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver custom formulations that exceed expectations.
Advanced Equipment
GC-MS, HPLC, sensory labs, stability testing
Expert Team
Perfumers, flavor chemists, applications specialists
ISO Certified
ISO 9001, 22000, IFRA, FDA, ECOCERT
Global Standards
Compliance with international regulations
Complete IP Protection
Your formula. Your IP. Your success. Every custom formulation comes with full intellectual property ownership and comprehensive legal protection.
100% Exclusive
Full IP ownership transferred to your brand. Your formula will never be sold or duplicated for competitors.
Comprehensive NDAs
Standard templates or client-provided agreements with full legal enforceability and confidentiality guarantees.
Secure Development
Dedicated project codes, restricted access protocols, and long-term secure formula archiving systems.
Custom Development FAQs
Quick answers to help you understand our custom development process
What's the minimum order quantity for custom formulations?
Custom formulations follow the same MOQ as our library products — just 25kg for production orders. This lets you test your custom formula in the market, gather real consumer feedback, and validate demand before scaling to larger volumes. When you’re ready to grow, we scale with you — from 25kg to 100,000kg+ without changing suppliers or compromising quality.
Who owns the intellectual property for custom formulations?
You do — 100%. Every custom formula we develop for your brand is exclusively yours. We sign comprehensive NDAs at project kickoff, and your formulation is locked from access by any other client. We never sell, share, or duplicate your custom formula for competitors. Your proprietary formula stays protected in our secure system with restricted access limited to your assigned R&D team.
How much does custom development cost?
Development pricing depends on your project scope — including complexity, raw material requirements, number of iterations, and target timeline. After an initial discovery call (typically 30 minutes), we provide a transparent, itemized quote within 48 hours. There are no hidden fees: you’ll know exactly what you’re paying for before the project begins. Sample submissions during development are included at no extra charge.
What's the typical development timeline?
Most custom projects follow a 5-step process that takes 4–8 weeks from brief to production-ready formula. Standard fragrance or flavor development typically completes in 4–6 weeks, while more complex projects — such as natural formulations or multi-product lines — may take 8–10 weeks. Our streamlined R&D workflow delivers results 40% faster than the industry average, and you’ll receive progress updates at every milestone.
Can you sign an NDA before we discuss our project?
Absolutely — and we encourage it. We can execute your company’s standard NDA or provide our own template, typically signed within 24 hours. Confidentiality is built into every stage of our custom development process: from initial brief through formulation, testing, and production. Our R&D teams work in compartmentalized project environments to ensure your information never crosses into other client projects.
What if the formula doesn't meet our expectations?
Every custom project includes 3–5 sample submission rounds to ensure the formula meets your exact specifications. After each round, our R&D team incorporates your feedback and refines the formulation. With a 98% client satisfaction rate, most projects are finalized within 2–3 rounds. If you’re not satisfied after all included iterations, we’ll work with you on a resolution — whether that means additional refinement or recommending an alternative from our 70,000+ formulation library.
What regulatory support do you provide for custom formulations?
We provide end-to-end regulatory support covering IFRA, FDA, EU, China (GB standards), Halal, Kosher, and ECOCERT requirements. Our regulatory team reviews every custom formula against your target market’s compliance standards and makes adjustments as needed — without compromising sensory performance. You’ll receive complete documentation with each project: COA, MSDS/SDS, allergen declarations, and market-specific compliance certificates ready for import clearance.
Can you match or duplicate an existing fragrance or flavor?
Yes. Our matching service uses GC-MS and HPLC analysis to break down the molecular composition of your reference sample, then our perfumers or flavorists recreate it with high precision. Most matching projects deliver initial samples within 2–3 weeks, with a 25kg production MOQ. We can also improve on the original — adjusting for better stability, cost optimization, or regulatory compliance in your target market.
What sample sizes are provided during development, and is there a cost?
Each submission round includes 100–500g samples, enough for thorough application testing and internal evaluation. All samples during the development phase are provided at no additional cost; they’re included as part of your project. If you need larger evaluation quantities (e.g., for pilot production or consumer testing), we can arrange that with separate pricing.
Can we modify the formula after the project is completed?
Yes. Minor adjustments, such as slight intensity tweaks, color modifications, or seasonal variations, are complimentary within 90 days of project completion. For more significant changes (new scent direction, reformulation for a different application, or major ingredient substitutions), we’d scope that as a new development project with priority scheduling and preferential pricing for existing custom development clients.
Ready to Create Something
Exclusive?
Tell us about your project and our R&D team will provide a custom proposal within 2 business days.
Free Discovery Consultation
No-obligation discussion of your needs and goals
Detailed Project Quote
Transparent pricing with clear timeline expectations
Custom Recommendations
Expert guidance on the best approach for your needs
