Australian Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Lipa Pharmaceuticals
Australia’s first choice contract manufacturer for vitamins, pharmaceuticals, and health food supplements. Eight-time winner of Complementary Medicines Australia’s ‘High Quality Manufacturer’ award.
Lipa Pharmaceuticals is Australia’s first choice contract manufacturer for vitamins and health food supplements. Eight time winner of Complementary Medicines Australia’s ‘High Quality Manufacturer’ award.
High-Quality Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Lipa Pharmaceuticals is Australia's leading choice for developing, manufacturing and distributing vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements. We have the complete capability and delivery format options to manufacture products for both local and export sales.
Here at Lipa, we manufacture pharmaceuticals in tablet, hard capsule, soft capsule, liquid, powder, cream, gel, and probiotic formats. Every step of our supply chain is regulated by the Therapeutic Good Administration (TGA), the world’s strictest guidelines for manufacturing and packaging supplements. We have licence approval to manufacture both lower risk (AUST L) and higher risk (AUST R) medicines and undertake raw material assessments in line with Australia’s stringent regulations.
From the first concept idea to product launch, we offer innovative ideas and advanced technology to ensure your products go beyond the expectations of our industry. Our large client base includes small businesses, to iconic brands recognised globally for their reputation and quality in the complementary medicines industry. However, our standard of work never compromises - regardless of the size or nature of your business.
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Who We Are
Recognised as one of Australia’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturers for Complementary Medicines.
What We Do
Creating customised pharmaceutical manufacturing solutions for producing high-quality supplement products.
How We Do It
Fully licensed to manufacture lower-risk (AUST L) and higher-risk (AUST R) medicines, that undergo strict testing at our TGA-approved Chemical and Microbial testing laboratories.
Meet Lipa Pharmaceuticals
We started as a family-owned business in 1995, with a handful of employees. We have since established ourselves as the leader in the Australian pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Our commitment to quality has meant that many of our first customers and employees from our integral days are still with us today.
Whether you're an industry veteran or are new to complementary medicines, we'll take care of your product range as it moves through strict TGA requirements along the supply chain. Our turn-key solutions allow you to focus on growing your business while we take the risk out of the manufacturing process.
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Our Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Capabilities
Full service pharmaceutical manufacturing - we work with you from the initial stage of research and development through to manufacturing and packaging. Our pharmaceutical manufacturing services extend to:
Tablets for over-the-counter or prescription medications, including coated, uncoated, and extended-release forms.
Hard capsule protection for sensitive ingredients available in hard gelatin shells or plant-based materials like HPMC or pullulan.
Soft capsules for encapsulating oils, liquids, and semi-solid products for easier ingestion.
Liquid manufacturing across aqueous liquids, gels, emulsions, tonics, sprays, and more.
Powder manufacturing capabilities for multiple filling lines, including micro-dose components, complex particle size and density variables.
Formulated to provide targeted treatment with non-greasy application across dermatological, pain relief, or other therapeutic uses.
Produced under strict conditions to ensure viability and efficacy of beneficial bacteria in supporting digestive health & overall well-being.
Lipa Pharmaceuticals produce a range of 'off-the-shelf' OEM products ready for launch and supply under your private label brand.
Preformulated Product Manufacturing
Lipa Pharmaceuticals has an extensive list of preformulated products with proven efficacy ratings that are available for on-demand production as part of our private-label manufacturing services. We can work with you to determine the most suitable formula for your desired supplementary product, carry out production and packaging, and implement the necessary labelling in line with your brand. We have a low minimum order quantity (MOQ) for our preformulated products to meet flexible business orders.
Our preformulated products are available across broad categories including:
‣ Everyday Nutrition
‣ Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health
‣ Brain and Mental Function
‣ Energy and Fitness
‣ Immunity and Wellbeing
‣ Beauty
Who We Work With
Lipa works with small and large businesses across healthcare, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics, providing pharmaceutical manufacturing and development for naturopaths, clinical nutritionists, scientists, dietitians, and engineers.
As a leader in the pharmaceutical space, we make it our mission to be at the forefront of the industry for our clients, and their customers.
The Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Process
- Lipa Pharmaceuticals delivers end-to-end pharmaceutical manufacturing, covering all aspects of the process starting from research and development up to the delivery of packaging solutions. Our pharmaceutical manufacturing process will provide:
- ‣ Research and development by an in-house team of pharmacists for new products
- ‣ Identification of new market segments to target health needs
- ‣ Sourcing TGA-approved ingredients from all over the globe with supply chain strategies
- ‣ Improving existing product formulations for quality, flavour, and efficacy
- ‣ Access to exclusive or novel ingredients
- ‣ Manufacturing of the final formulation in state-of-the-art, GMP-compliant production facilities
- ‣ Medicine packaging solutions
- ‣ Stability testing for quality assurance
- ‣ Obtaining product labelling for compliance with local market standards
Sustainability Practices at the Forefront
- As leaders in the supplement manufacturer Australia industry, we understand the importance of being socially and environmentally responsible in our practices. That’s why we have joined world-leading organisations, including Sedex, Ecovadis, and APCDO, who are helping us drive positive change throughout every stage in our business.
- In 2021 and 2024, Lipa received the CMA Sustainability Award for our efforts in reducing our operational footprint and striving to positively impact our community and employees.
- Our sustainable practices extend beyond our own environmental footprint. We strive to ensure that our practices align with our clients’ commitments to sustainability.
Frequently Asked Questions for Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Do you offer private-label manufacturing services?
- Yes. Our private-label services are ideal for clients who want a simple solution to create a branded line of supplement products. Our end-to-end manufacturing services for private-label clients also cover packaging and labelling for final products to be market-ready.
What is the estimated turnaround time for a custom supplement formula?
- It can take around 6 months or more to deliver a custom purchase order. We conduct rigorous research and quality testing throughout the manufacturing process to ensure that the completed product meets a high standard of quality. We purchase raw materials specifically for each order, which means that the timeline for delivery will also depend on the availability of raw materials.
What packaging options are available for manufactured products?
- We provide a wide range of packaging options, including HDPE, Amber PET, Amber Glass, and Blister packaging. Our packaging options can be tailored to suit your brand and product.
Which industries do you work with for pharmaceutical manufacturing?
- Lipa Pharmaceuticals works with Australian businesses and international companies across a number of industries, including pharmaceutical, health and beauty, personal care, and pet care industries.
What certifications do your manufacturing facilities have?
- Our facility is fully compliant with TGA and GMP regulations. We have AUST R and AUST L licences, which enable us to manufacture lower-risk and higher-risk complementary medicines for the Australian market.
What quality assurance methods are used in the manufacturing process?
- Lipa Pharmaceuticals places a strong emphasis on the quality of our manufactured products. We conduct regular testing to ensure that all internal and external materials and processes align with each order's specific requirements. Quality testing is conducted onsite during the manufacturing process and for completed products at our TGA-approved chemical and microbial testing laboratories.
- We also conduct stability testing to determine the shelf life of products under different environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity. Our stability testing services include shelf life studies tailored to your market.
Acknowledgement of Country
Together we acknowledge First Nations peoples’ unbroken connection to country, and the experience that they bring to the health of the country. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, as we continue our journey of listening, and work towards true kinship and equality.
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