Probiotic Gummies | Live Culture Supplement | OEM/ODM | Subeau

Probiotic gummies have emerged as the fastest-growing segment in the functional supplement market. By delivering beneficial live cultures in a delicious, convenient gummy format, probiotic gummies solve the biggest consumer pain points with traditional probiotics — no refrigeration needed, no pills to swallow, and great taste that drives daily compliance. At Subeau, we are a specialist probiotic gummy manufacturer in China, offering full OEM/ODM services with proven technology for maintaining live culture viability throughout shelf life.

Whether you’re launching a digestive health brand, an immunity-focused supplement line, or a women’s health product, our probiotic gummy formulations deliver guaranteed CFU counts from production through expiration.

Product Specifications

Product Type	Probiotic Gummy Supplement (Live Cultures)
Base Material	Pectin (preferred for probiotic stability) or Gelatin
Probiotic Strains	Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Bacillus coagulans, or custom strains
CFU Count	1 billion – 50 billion CFU per serving (guaranteed through shelf life)
Functional Lines	Digestive health, immunity, women’s health, children’s health, general wellness
Flavor Options	Berry blend, mango, citrus, strawberry, unflavored
Weight per Piece	4g – 6g (typically 2 gummies per serving)
MOQ	Starting from 500 bottles
Lead Time	Samples: 5–7 days | Bulk: 20–30 days
Certifications	ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP compliant
Factory Capacity	40 million gummy pieces per day

The Science Behind Probiotic Gummies

The single greatest challenge in probiotic gummy manufacturing is maintaining live culture viability. Standard gummy production involves heat (cooking temperatures of 100°C+) and moisture — both of which can destroy probiotic bacteria. Our proprietary process addresses this through:

• Low-Temperature Depositing: We add probiotic cultures after the cooking and cooling phase, when the mixture temperature drops below 45°C — within the survival range of most commercial strains
• Strain Selection Expertise: We work with heat-resistant strains like Bacillus coagulans (spore-forming, survives up to 65°C) for maximum stability, alongside traditional Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium for well-researched health benefits
• Moisture Control Technology: Water activity (aw) management is critical — our formulations maintain optimal aw levels that preserve culture viability without compromising gummy texture
• Protective Matrix: The gummy matrix itself provides a protective environment for probiotics, shielding them from oxygen exposure better than some powder formats

This technical capability is part of our broader expertise in functional gummy manufacturing, where we handle heat-sensitive ingredients across multiple product categories.

Probiotic Product Lines We Offer

• Digestive Health: Multi-strain blends targeting gut balance, bloating relief, and regularity — typically 10–25 billion CFU per serving
• Immune Support: Probiotics combined with Vitamin C, Zinc, and Elderberry extract for immunity positioning
• Women’s Health: Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Lactobacillus reuteri strains specifically studied for vaginal and urinary tract health
• Children’s Probiotics: Lower CFU counts (1–5 billion) with kid-friendly flavors and fun shapes
• General Wellness: Balanced multi-strain formulas for everyday gut health maintenance

Explore our other functional products: Fruit Juice Gummies for clean-label functional candies, or Building Block Gummies for vitamin-infused novelty shapes.

Quality Control & CFU Testing

Probiotic gummies require rigorous microbiological testing at every stage:

• Raw Material Testing: Each probiotic raw material lot is tested for strain identity, CFU count, and absence of contaminants
• In-Process Monitoring: Temperature and timing logs verified for every batch to confirm cultures were added within safe parameters
• Finished Product Testing: CFU count verification at time of production AND after accelerated aging to confirm shelf-life claims
• Stability Studies: We conduct 6-month accelerated stability studies (37°C/75% RH) to validate that CFU counts remain above label claims through the entire shelf life

Our quality control testing standards exceed industry norms, ensuring every bottle meets the CFU count printed on the label — guaranteed through the expiration date.

Why Choose Subeau for Probiotic Gummies

• Proven Viability Technology: Our formulations consistently maintain >90% CFU viability through 18-month shelf life — validated by independent lab testing
• Strain Library: Access to 20+ clinically studied probiotic strains from leading global suppliers
• Low MOQ from 500 Bottles: Test your probiotic concept without large upfront investment
• Regulatory Support: We help navigate FDA, EFSA, and local regulatory requirements for probiotic claims in your target market
• Fast Turnaround: Samples in 5–7 days, production in 20–30 days

Understand the cost dynamics of functional gummy production with our gummy manufacturing cost breakdown, or learn about OEM vs ODM models to choose the best approach for your probiotic brand.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can probiotics actually survive in gummy form?
Yes — with proper formulation and manufacturing processes. The key is adding probiotic cultures after the high-heat cooking phase, when the gummy mass has cooled below 45°C. We also select strains with proven heat tolerance and optimize moisture levels to preserve viability. Our formulations consistently maintain >90% of labeled CFU count through 18-month shelf life, verified by independent third-party testing.

2. What probiotic strains do you offer?
We work with 20+ clinically studied strains including Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium lactis, Bifidobacterium longum, and Bacillus coagulans. Each strain has documented health benefits supported by peer-reviewed research. We can recommend strains based on your target health claim, or work with your specific strain requirements.

3. How do you guarantee the CFU count through shelf life?
We conduct accelerated stability studies (37°C/75% RH for 6 months) on every new formulation to map CFU degradation curves. Based on this data, we over-encapsulate at production to ensure the labeled CFU count is maintained through the stated expiration date. Every production batch includes a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with verified CFU count.

4. Do probiotic gummies need refrigeration?
Not necessarily. Our formulations are designed for ambient temperature stability (up to 25°C), which is a major advantage over liquid probiotics and some powder formats. However, for maximum shelf life in hot climates, we recommend storing below 25°C. We can also develop refrigerated formulations for markets where cold chain is standard.

5. Can I combine probiotics with other functional ingredients?
Absolutely. Popular combinations include: probiotics + prebiotics (synbiotic), probiotics + Vitamin C/D (immunity), probiotics + digestive enzymes, and probiotics + collagen (beauty from within). Our R&D team will ensure ingredient compatibility and stability in the final gummy format. See our custom formula development guide for the full process.