AUMEATS – Global OEM/ODM Experts in Pet Food & Treats
From premium meat-based snacks to complete pet nutrition, we deliver compliant, high-quality solutions for brands worldwide.
One-stop solutions: from creative formulation to mass production in top Chinese factories, to compliance registration and local distribution in the US, EU, Japan, Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.
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AUMEATS OEM/ODM Closed-Loop Process
Transforming complex supply chains into controllable projects with clear process, defined gates, single ownership, and measurable deliverables.
How to Use This Playbook
This chapter is the operational playbook packaged with the contract and technical annexes. AUMEATS turns methodology into a project system with clear process, defined gates, single ownership, and measurable deliverables — guiding your products from T0/T1 to Tfinal, and from COA release to customs clearance and shelf placement.
It converts a "complex supply chain" into a controllable project. Structured from purchasing & legal perspectives, it delivers an end-to-end loop across five dimensions: Process · Gates · Ownership · Deliverables · Risk Control.
Seven Key Components
One-Page Overview
7 Milestones from track positioning to global launch with Stage-Gate control
Governance
RACI & SLA per stage; client interfaces with one AUMEATS PM
Pass Gates
Verifiable "Red Lines" - no pass, no progress
Additional Components
Deliverable Packs
Templates as standard - downloadable Charter, COA, AQL forms
Controlled Change
ECO/CR process: Propose → Assess → Approve → Execute → Archive
Embedded Quality
Chapters 6/7/8/9 embedded as gates & docs
Risk & Assurance Framework
Primary/Backup Mirroring
Mirrored lines, equivalent materials list, regulatory monitoring & alerting
Compliance Sentinel
Dashboards for FPY, on-time, CAPA cycle
Cadence & Escalation
Fixed meeting rhythm; urgent response SLA (12–48h)
One-Page Process Overview
Seven milestones guide your product from concept to global launch:
This chapter focuses on: Stage Goals | Pass Gates | RACI | Deliverable Templates & Samples | SLA | Risk Control. (For details: Quality — Ch.6; Regulatory/Labels — Ch.7; R&D Co-creation — Ch.8; Cooperation Models — Ch.9.)
The Seven Milestones
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1. Track Positioning
Requirement Confirmation
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2. Solution Design
Resource Matching
3
3. Prototyping
Baseline Validation · T0
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4. Pilot Scale
Quick Market Test · T1
Final Milestones
1
5. Finalization
Regulatory Labels · Tfinal
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6. Mass Production
Quality Release
3
7. Export Clearance
Global Launch
Staged Governance Overview
Each stage has defined goals, pass criteria, deliverables, RACI assignments, and SLA commitments:
R=Responsible, A=Accountable, C=Consulted, I=Informed. Client interfaces with AUMEATS PM only (single window).
Stage 1: Track Positioning & Requirement
Goal
Freeze market/segment/price point/USPs/timeline/MOQ
Gate
Signed Project Charter + NDA/Non-circumvention in force
RACI & SLA
AUM R/A · Client C · Factory C
3–5 business days
Deliverable
Project Charter (template)
Project Charter Contents
- Code/Brand, Target Markets (US/EU/ANZ/JP/KR/…)
- Audience & USPs, Category & Specs
- Milestones & SLA, Budget & MOQ
- Contract/Compliance, Risks
- Comms rhythm (weekly), Single POC (AUMEATS PM)
Stage 2: Solution Design & Resource Matching
Goal
Deliver integrated Formula–Process–Packaging–Compliance plan & match best line
Gate
Cost/lead time/regulatory path feasible; test plan approved
RACI & SLA
AUM R/A · Client C · Factory R
5–10 business days
Deliverable
Proposal Skeleton
Proposal Skeleton Contents
- Product matrix & flavors
- Baseline formula & functional actives (prebiotics/fish oil/glucosamine; dosage ranges)
- Process & CCP/PC
- Packaging & barrier specs
- Destination compliance points (AAFCO/FEDIAF/DAFF/CFIA/JP/KR)
- T0/T1 test plan
- Timeline & cost
Stage 3: T0 Prototype & Baseline Validation
Goal
Produce evaluable samples; palatability/physicochemical/microbiology/stability baseline
Gate
T0 samples & reports passed
RACI & SLA
AUM R · Client C · Factory/Lab R/A
7–15 business days
Deliverable
COA Sheet
T0 Sample Pack Contents
- Sample IDs, palatability A/B results
- Physicochemical (moisture/protein/fat/fiber/ash/aw)
- Microbiology (TPC/Salmonella/Enterobacteriaceae per destination)
- Early oxidation & sensory
- Initial label elements
- Packaging mini-check
- Conclusion & next steps
Stage 4: T1 Pilot & Quick Market Test
Goal
Verify scale-up & consistency; small-scope market quick test
Gate
Consistency OK; quick-test feedback acceptable
RACI & SLA
AUM R/A · Client C · Factory R
3–5 weeks
Deliverable
Quick-Test Card
T1 Scale-Up & Quick-Test Review
- Batch records (temperatures/time/pressure/aw curves)
- CPK & weight variation
- Appearance/texture uniformity
- COA
- Test plan (channels/sample size/period/metrics)
- Results & iteration points
- Decision for Tfinal
Stage 5: Finalization (Tfinal) & Regulatory Labels
Goal
Lock BOM, process parameters, label text & layout; finish legal review
Gate
Cost locked; labels passed; ECO frozen
RACI & SLA
AUM R/A · Client C · Factory R
2–4 weeks
Deliverable
Label Legal Checklist
Tfinal Pack Components
- BOM & process card (percentages; CCP list)
- Quality standards (physicochemical/microbiology/sensory; AQL Critical 0.0 / Major 1.0 / Minor 2.5)
- Label texts (multi-version): US (AAFCO), EU (FEDIAF), others per Ch.7 (ANZ/CFIA/JP/KR/SEA)
- Packaging layouts (AI/PDF): front/back, multilingual, barcodes (UPC/EAN/ITF-14), lot coding
- Stability & shelf-life (accelerated + real-time)
- Compliance dossier (destination forms, formula tables, declarations)
Stage 6: Mass Production & Quality Release
Goal
Mass production + mirrored backup line; batch release/retention/traceability
Gate
COA passed; pre-shipment inspection passed; traceability closed
RACI & SLA
AUM R/A · Factory R · Client I
4–8 weeks
Deliverable
AQL Form · COA
Factory Release Pack Contents
- Batch/Date/Line
- COA (chem/micro/metal detect/appearance/net weight/seal)
- X-ray/metal detect logs
- Drop/transport simulations (e.g., ISTA 3A)
- Retention & traceability codes
- Packing list & loading photos
Stage 7: Export Clearance & Global Launch
Goal
Docs complete; smooth clearance; inbound & rollout
Gate
All docs cleared; inbound acceptance passed
RACI & SLA
AUM R/A · Client I · Forwarder/Customs C
Per transit/clearance
Deliverable
Carton & Pallet Spec
Export & Launch Dossier
- INV/PL/BL; Certificate of Origin; veterinary/health certs (as needed)
- US: FDA factory no., FCE/SID where applicable (wet foods)
- EU: TRACES/pre-notice (as needed)
- ANZ/CA/JP/KR import licenses/notifications (as applicable)
- Destination label filings
- Inbound appointments & receipts
- First-wave rollout plan
RACI Matrix - Execution View
RACI Matrix Continued
Stage Gate Checklist
General Requirements
- ✅ Supplier approval & allergen/cross-contact assessment
- ✅ CCP/PC monitoring records (temp/time/aw/sterilization/metal detect)
- ✅ Palatability & chem/micro pass; label & appearance first-pass rate ≥ target
- ✅ Retention, traceability, recall drill closed loop; OOS/CAPA records complete
Product-Specific Requirements
Wet Food Specific
- ✅ Sterilization validation (e.g., F0/temperature profile)
- ✅ Seal strength/leak rate
- ✅ FCE/SID (if shipping wet food to U.S. and applicable)
- ✅ Batch coding rules
Dry/Snacks/Chews Specific
- ✅ Coating uniformity
- ✅ aw & oxidation control
- ✅ Breaking strength/chewability
- ✅ Mold dimension consistency
Additional Deliverables
Regulatory & Docs
Destination compliance templates; INV/PL/BL/CO; veterinary/health certs (as required)
Plans & Tracking
Gantt, weekly reports, milestone minutes, risk & change logs (ECO/CR)
Legal Focus
Contract Annex Copy Points
NDA & Non-Circumvention
Protect formula, BOM, label texts, supplier/factory info, pricing, and channels; necessary disclosures only with written approval under NDA.
Formulas & IP
ODM — baseline formula/process owned by AUMEATS/partner factory; exclusive use rights for client. OEM — custom formula/look owned by client; AUMEATS retains non-exclusive implementation rights.
Additional Legal Points
Quality & Claims
Release per Tfinal standards; COA as release evidence; warranty per shelf-life & INCOTERMS responsibility zone; claim workflow with timelines.
Change Control (ECO/CR)
Scope, impact assessment, client approval, execution & verification, archival.
Performance Dashboards
Dashboards: FPY, on-time rate, complaint rate, CAPA cycle, quick-test conversion; weekly visual reports.
98%
First Pass Yield
Target performance metric
95%
On-Time Rate
Milestone delivery
24h
Response SLA
Urgent issues
Cadence & Escalation
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Meetings
Weekly during initiation; bi-weekly during mass production; urgent topics → special meeting within 48h.
02
Minutes & Actions
Each decision archived as Minutes + Action Items in shared drive (project members only).
03
Escalation SLAs
General: 24h acknowledge/48h plan; Major: 12h acknowledge/24h plan; single-window via AUMEATS PM.
Production & Launch Timeline
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Nov 26 - Dec 31
Mass Production & Release
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Jan 1-20
Export Clearance & Launch
KPIs & Visual Dashboard
Externally Committable Metrics
First-pass yield, Milestone on-time rate, Complaint rate, CAPA cycle time, Expedited response SLA, Quick-test conversion rate. Delivered via weekly report + online dashboard for transparent tracking.
98%
First-pass yield target
95%
On-time milestone delivery
85%
Quick-test conversion rate
Frequently Asked Questions
Can MOQ be reduced?
Yes — by sharing packaging/using common molds/merging similar SKUs; assess early in Stage 2.
How is formula confidentiality protected?
NDA + Non-circumvention + info tiering + necessary-disclosure approval; regulatory submissions via AUMEATS single window.
What if destination rules change suddenly?
Trigger Compliance Sentinel and ECO process; prioritise label updates and assess inventory impact.
What if quick-test feedback is negative?
Enter "second prototype fast lane," adjust only core drivers (flavour/texture/aroma) while keeping major packaging unchanged to avoid delays.
AUMEATS
2025 Global Pet Food & Treats OEM/ODM Solutions White Paper
Version Number: AUMEATS-V006-08092025
Release Date: 08 September 2025
Welcome to the comprehensive guide designed exclusively for global pet food & Treats buyers. Navigate the full OEM/ODM process from concept to compliance, production, export, and market entry with confidence.
The “AUMEATS | 2025 Global Pet Food & Treats OEM/ODM Solutions White Paper” is a comprehensive white paper that maps out the entire journey—from ingredients and formulation, R&D and innovation, manufacturing and quality control, compliance and labeling, export and logistics, commercial terms, sustainability to country-specific regulations and practical tools.
It is designed for global pet food & Treats buyers, brand owners, and distributors, offering:
It is designed for global pet food & Treats buyers, brand owners, and distributors, offering:
- How to turn concepts into compliant, market-ready products;
- How to choose between OEM, ODM, Private Label, or Contract Manufacturing models;
- Practical use of official tools (FDA, TRACES, CFIA, BICON, IHS, etc.);
- Actionable checklists, comparison tables, workflows, and FAQs to speed up decisions.
With this guidebook, you gain a clear, executable roadmap from Chinese factories to global shelves—reducing risks, cutting time-to-market, and growing your brand with confidence.
Fill in this form to receive your tailored execution plan within 48 hours (Compliance Path × Label Draft × Initial Quote × MOQ × Sampling Plan)