Where Are iHerb Products Made? Manufacturing Locations Explained

Understanding Where iHerb Products Are Manufactured

When customers ask “where are iHerb products made,” they are usually trying to determine product origin, safety standards, and regulatory environment. Because iHerb sells thousands of products across many brands, there is no single country of manufacture.

The country of production depends on the specific brand and product.

iHerb functions primarily as a retailer and distributor rather than a centralized manufacturer. For broader context, see what iHerb is.

Products Manufactured in the United States

Many supplements sold on iHerb are manufactured in the United States. U.S.-based supplement manufacturing typically follows:

• Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• FDA dietary supplement regulations
• Labeling compliance standards

Brands manufactured in the U.S. often emphasize:

• GMP-certified facilities
• Third-party testing
• Quality assurance protocols

For regulatory background, see iHerb's manufacturing FDA compliance.

Products Manufactured in Europe

Some brands originate from European countries known for strict supplement and cosmetic standards. European manufacturing often follows:

• EU regulatory frameworks
• Ingredient safety controls
• Batch testing requirements

European origin is common in certain herbal and specialty supplement categories.

Products Manufactured in Asia

Some products sold on iHerb may be manufactured in parts of Asia, depending on the brand and supply chain. This does not automatically indicate lower quality.

Quality standards depend on:

• Facility certification
• Compliance documentation
• Import regulations
• Contract manufacturing oversight

Here we discuss quality assurance in detail.

How to Check Where a Product Is Made

Customers can typically identify the country of manufacture by:

• Reviewing product labels
• Checking product description pages
• Examining packaging disclosures

The country of manufacture is usually listed directly on the product label.

Does Manufacturing Location Affect Price?

Manufacturing region may influence:

• Production costs
• Shipping expenses
• Import duties

However, iHerb's pricing is also influenced by bulk purchasing and operational efficiency.

Manufacturing Location vs Brand Ownership

Some customers confuse brand ownership with factory location.

A brand may be:

• Owned by a U.S. entity
• Manufactured in multiple countries
• Distributed globally

For ownership structure, see what brands does iHerb own?

Summary

iHerb products are manufactured in multiple countries, depending onthe brand and supply chain. Many are produced in the United States, while others originate from Europe or Asia. Quality depends on facility standards and regulatory compliance, not simply geographic location.