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Protein Powder Manufacturers in California

23 protein powder manufacturers in California have a GMP-certified facility (NSF/ANSI 455-2) or an Informed Manufacturer certified facility; for 15 of them a USDA Organic certificate lists protein items, and 13 say on their own website that they make protein products. The most are in Anaheim (3), Valencia (3) and Irvine (2). USDA Organic item lists checked October 1, 2026; website claims checked October 16, 2026; certification data checked November 1, 2026.

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All 23 manufacturers

Order: featured, listings with a website, then A–Z.

  1. Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United Statesamaxinutrition.com

    • Powders
    Operations:
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  2. Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Livermore, CA, United Statesproteinresearch.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  3. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Corona, CA, United Stateseagleshinegroup.com

    • Capsules
    • Liquids
    • Oils
    • Powders
    • Softgels
    • Tablets
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  4. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Anaheim, CA, United States4excelsior.com

    • Capsules
    • Gummies
    • Powders
    • Softgels
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  5. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Irvine, CA, United Statesivcinc.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Softgels
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Coating
    • Liquid formulation
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • +1 more
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  6. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Riverside, CA, United Stateskelkerpharma.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  7. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Tracy, CA, United Stateskorupacificpackaging.com

    • Powders
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  8. Lief Organics, LLC

    USDA Organic

    USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Valencia, CA, United Stateslieflabs.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  9. Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Torrance, CA, United Statesparagonlabsusa.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Coating
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  10. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Anaheim, CA, United Statesnellsonllc.com

    • Powders
    Operations:
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  11. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Irvine, CA, United Statesngwellness.com

    • Capsules
    • Gummies
    • Powders
    • Softgels
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Molding
    • Coating
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • +1 more
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  12. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Rancho Dominguez, CA, United Statesorganicbynatureinc.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Kitting
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  13. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Vista, CA, United Statesprimarchmfg.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    Operations:
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  14. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Benicia, CA, United Statesproformlabs.com

    • Powders
    Operations:
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  15. Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Santa Rosa, CA, United Statesrandaloptimal.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Softgels
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Coating
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  16. Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Costa Mesa, CA, United Statesrobinsonpharma.com

    • Capsules
    • Gummies
    • Liquids
    • Oils
    • Powders
    • Softgels
    • +1 more
    Operations:
    • Molding
    • Coating
    • Liquid formulation
    • Tablet compression
    • +2 more
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  17. Simpson Labs LLC

    USDA Organic

    Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Valencia, CA, United Statessimpsonlabs.net

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    Operations:
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  18. Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Anaheim, CA, United Statessklabs.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Coating
    • Tablet compression
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  19. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Valencia, CA, United States6degreescollective.com

    • Powders
    Operations:
    • Liquid formulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  20. Suja Life, LLC.

    USDA Organic

    USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Oceanside, CA, United Statessujalife.com

    • Liquids
    Operations:
    • High-pressure processing
    • Kitting
    • Liquid formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  21. Says it makes protein productscompany website

    Norco, CA, United Statesaurasciences.com

    • Gummies
    • Softgels
    Operations:
    • Molding
    • Encapsulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  22. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Stanton, CA, United Stateswhitebottle.com

    • Capsules
    • Powders
    • Softgels
    • Tablets
    Operations:
    • Encapsulation
    • Dry formulation
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026
  23. USDA Organic certificate lists protein itemsUSDA Organic Integrity Database

    Ontario, CA, United States

    • Powders
    NSF/ANSI 455-2checked Nov 1, 2026

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Compare protein powder manufacturers at a glance in California

  • The most common dosage forms in the listed scope of these 23 protein powder manufacturers in California are powders (21), capsules (15) and tablets (13).
  • 22 of the 23 protein powder manufacturers in California list a company website.
ManufacturerLocationDosage forms in listed scopeCertificationLast checked
Amaxi Nutrition Products, Inc.Rancho Cucamonga, CAPowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2
Berkeley Nutritional Manufacturing Corporation DBA Protein ResearchLivermore, CACapsules, Powders, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Eagleshine Group Inc.Corona, CACapsules, Liquids, Oils, Powders, Softgels, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Excelsior Nutrition Inc DBA 4ExcelsiorAnaheim, CACapsules, Gummies, Powders, Softgels, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, Informed Manufacturer (not a GMP audit), USDA Organic
International Vitamin CorporationIrvine, CACapsules, Powders, Softgels, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Kelker Pharma, Inc.Riverside, CACapsules, Powders, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2
Koru Pacific Packaging, IncTracy, CAPowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Lief Organics, LLCValencia, CACapsules, Powders, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Naturalife Eco Vite Labs., Inc. DBA Paragon LaboratoriesTorrance, CACapsules, Powders, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Nellson Nutraceutical, LLCAnaheim, CAPowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
New Generation Wellness Inc.Irvine, CACapsules, Gummies, Powders, Softgels, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Organic by Nature, Inc.Rancho Dominguez, CACapsules, Powders, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Primarch ManufacturingVista, CACapsules, PowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2
Pro-Form LaboratoriesBenicia, CAPowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2
Randal Optimal Nutrients, Inc.Santa Rosa, CACapsules, Powders, Softgels, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2
Robinson Pharma, Inc.Costa Mesa, CACapsules, Gummies, Liquids, Oils, Powders, Softgels, +1 moreNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Simpson Labs LLCValencia, CACapsules, PowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2, Informed Manufacturer (not a GMP audit), USDA Organic
SK Laboratories IncAnaheim, CACapsules, Powders, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2
Solevy Co. LLC DBA 6 Degrees CollectiveValencia, CAPowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2, NSF/ANSI 455-3, NSF/ANSI 455-4
Suja Life, LLC.Oceanside, CALiquidsNSF/ANSI 455-2, USDA Organic
Wellnes Holding LLC dba Aura SciencesNorco, CAGummies, SoftgelsNSF/ANSI 455-2
White Bottle, Inc.Stanton, CACapsules, Powders, Softgels, TabletsNSF/ANSI 455-2
California Packaging CentersOntario, CAPowdersNSF/ANSI 455-2
All 23 protein powder manufacturers in California, in the same order as the list above. Source: the public listings of NSF, Informed Manufacturer and the USDA Organic Integrity Database, last checked November 1, 2026. How we verify

How is protein powder manufactured?

Separate ingredient production from the finished blend. Arla Foods Ingredients describes removing water from whey through filtration, evaporation and drying. A finished-product manufacturer may buy protein ingredients, blend them with the other formula components and fill tubs or sachets. Ask who produces the protein ingredient and who blends, tests and packages your product; a powder-filling capability does not establish in-house protein extraction.

Source: Arla Foods Ingredients: production processes

How is supplement shelf life established?

There is no single shelf life for every supplement. FDA’s dietary supplement CGMP guidance says an expiration date is not required by that rule, but a date used on a label should have supporting data. Ask for stability evidence for your formula in the proposed packaging and storage conditions; a manufacturing date alone does not tell you how long the product will meet its specifications.

Source: FDA: dietary supplement CGMP guidance

Sources checked . General buyer guidance; not a check of any listed company’s process.

Questions buyers ask

How do I choose a protein powder manufacturer in the USA?

Start with the USA list, check the exact facility and its certificate scope, and confirm private label protein powder. Ask for the minimum order, first-run and reorder lead times, testing plan and an itemized quote. Website capabilities are company claims unless a separate registry basis is shown; confirm the proposed work directly.

What should I ask a protein powder manufacturer?

Ask which protein sources they work with, whether they develop flavours in-house, which pack formats they fill (tubs, pouches or stick packs), and how they test protein content and contaminants such as heavy metals. Ask for a sample made with your formula, and get MOQ and lead time in writing.

Do you verify that these companies make protein products?

No. A company is listed here when one of its facilities is on a public registry we check and either its USDA Organic certificate lists protein items or its own website says it makes protein products. The USDA Organic item list is the certifier’s record of what the operation is certified to handle organically, as we found it in the USDA Organic Integrity Database on the date shown; it covers organic items only and is not a test of any product. A website claim is the company’s own statement: we keep the quote, the page and the date we checked. Each card says which applies. Confirm either with the manufacturer before you rely on it.

What should I ask for in a quote request?

Ask for minimum order quantity, lead times, formulation options, testing and certificates of analysis, in writing. In detail: ask about minimum order quantity (MOQ) per SKU, lead time for a first run and for reorders, whether they offer stock formulas or custom formulation, who sources raw materials, what testing they run (identity, potency, microbiological, heavy metals) and whether you receive a certificate of analysis (COA) per batch, and whether they support the label claims you plan to make. Terms vary widely by manufacturer, so compare written answers rather than assumptions.

How do I verify a manufacturer’s GMP certification myself?

Ask the manufacturer for their current certificate and the exact facility address it covers, then look that facility up on the certifier’s public listing (for NSF/ANSI 455, NSF’s online listings). Certificates apply to specific sites, so make sure the facility that will make your product is the one listed. Each profile here links to the public listing we checked and the date we checked it.

How is protein powder manufactured?

Separate ingredient production from the finished blend. Arla Foods Ingredients describes removing water from whey through filtration, evaporation and drying. A finished-product manufacturer may buy protein ingredients, blend them with the other formula components and fill tubs or sachets. Ask who produces the protein ingredient and who blends, tests and packages your product; a powder-filling capability does not establish in-house protein extraction.

How is supplement shelf life established?

There is no single shelf life for every supplement. FDA’s dietary supplement CGMP guidance says an expiration date is not required by that rule, but a date used on a label should have supporting data. Ask for stability evidence for your formula in the proposed packaging and storage conditions; a manufacturing date alone does not tell you how long the product will meet its specifications.

How do I compare protein powder manufacturers in California?

Check the facility address and the scope shown on its registry record, then confirm that the proposed work will take place at that site in California. Ask for a written quote with minimum order, testing, packaging, freight and lead times. A company address alone does not establish where your order will be made.