Herbalife Ltd. celebrated the opening of its new Center of Excellence–Quality Control and Research and Development Labs. Located in Torrance, California, the facility represents a $7 million investment that integrates research and development with sensory science and quality control.
The new center leverages advanced analytical technologies to thoroughly verify ingredient identity, purity and potency, contamination prevention and product integrity. Herbalife’s proprietary Seed to Feed quality management system, which ensures ingredient traceability, purity, potency and safety, is also integrated into the new center.
“At Herbalife, our rigorous, science-backed approach fuels innovation and guarantees that every product meets the highest standards of quality, safety and effectiveness,” said Troy Hicks, Herbalife Chief Operating Officer. “With this new Center of Excellence, we’re accelerating our ability to develop breakthrough health and wellness solutions that our independent distributors can confidently offer to customers worldwide.”
The Center of Excellence hosts scientists who will collaborate disciplines, like organic chemistry, food and nutrition science, microbiology and molecular biology to drive innovation, development and continued quality.
“For 45 years, Herbalife has been committed to advancing nutrition through science-driven innovation and rigorous quality standards,” the company wrote in a statement. “By integrating cutting-edge research, advanced technologies, and a global network of specialized labs, the company ensures its products deliver consistent safety, efficacy, and ingredient integrity. The Torrance center, recognized with the highest Green Level certification from My Green Lab, further reflects Herbalife’s commitment to sustainable and environmentally conscious laboratory practices. This unwavering dedication empowers Herbalife’s independent distributors to offer trusted nutrition solutions that improve the lives and well-being of their customers worldwide.”
