In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, Amazon has become a powerhouse in the supplement industry, setting high standards for quality assurance. In order to advertise supplements on Amazon, sellers must show compliance with Amazon’s strict quality standards. To do so, sellers often use third-party laboratory testing services. Enter New Wave Scientific, a testing and analytics laboratory in Reno, NV. Not only can New Wave Scientific help test your supplements and show that they meet the Amazon criteria, this lab holds the specific ISO 17025:2017 accredited for testing to ensure compliance when listing supplements and other products on Amazon. Keep reading to learn what that means for Amazon sellers.

Amazon defines dietary supplements broadly, including vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, and fatty acids in various forms such as tablets, powders, liquids, and capsules. Given this diversity, the need for rigorous testing to guarantee safety and efficacy is necessary.

To maintain the integrity of the supplement marketplace, Amazon prohibits the inclusion of restricted prescription drug ingredients in supplements. Additionally, products must not be marketed as equally effective as prescription drugs. New Wave Scientific’s accredited testing procedures are designed to identify and eliminate any such elements, ensuring compliance with Amazon’s regulations.

Amazon’s commitment to quality assurance within the supplement industry is paramount. To meet the stringent policies set by Amazon, New Wave Scientific conducts third-party laboratory testing, ensuring compliance and facilitating the acquisition of required documentation for certain products.

Amazon mandates that listed supplements must be safe, effective, and compliant with all relevant laws and regulations to consumer safety and product quality. Retailers must establish a comprehensive quality assurance plan and provide specific documents. Failure to do so can result in product delisting, suspension, and payment withholding. These documents in question are a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Certificate, a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), and legible product images with compliant product labels. The CoA is a critical document certifying nutritional content and the absence of forbidden substances.

New Wave Scientific proudly holds a Certificate of Accreditation in Biological, Chemical, and Non-Destructive Testing, revealing the lab to be a credible source that provides accurate analytical results. This ISO 17025:2017 accreditation, which is held by very few third-party testing laboratories, validates New Wave’s competence and reliability for the Amazon testing requirements.

Since supplements and nutraceuticals are not prescription drugs, analytical testing for the presence of certain prohibited products and ingredients is required per Amazon’s regulations. Testing is based on the product type and supplement class. For reference, check out the following analytes – and their CAS numbers – that are prohibited in Sports Nutrition and Body Building, Sexual Wellness, and Weight Loss products that are sold on Amazon:

In a landscape where credibility and accuracy are paramount, New Wave Scientific stands as a beacon of excellence, ensuring that supplement sellers meet Amazon’s rigorous standards. The laboratory’s commitment to accredited testing and ISO 17025:2017 accreditation highlights its dedication to providing accurate, reliable, and compliant results, ultimately contributing to the success and trustworthiness of supplement listings on Amazon. Contact us today to get started.