Our Services
Establish New Ingredients or Uses
Establish New Ingredients or Uses
Establish New Ingredients or Uses
R & D is just the first step in getting your ingredient to market. We have the experience to pick the correct regulatory pathway and help you build the data package to support new uses of animal food ingredients.
Assist with FDA Conversations
Establish New Ingredients or Uses
Establish New Ingredients or Uses
Prompt and complete responses to warning letters from FDA and other regulatory agencies is critical in mitigating their impact. Put us on the coaching team for responses and implementation of needed changes.
GRAS Notifications
Establish New Ingredients or Uses
GRAS Notifications
Already have a GRAS ingredient? Let's tell the world. We can assist with notifying FDA and State Regulators
Food Safety Plans
Project Management
GRAS Notifications
We'll help you create high-quality plans for any type of animal food including pets or livestock. We can also serve as a PCQI on your food safety team.
Mock Inspections
Project Management
Project Management
Our experts can perform mock audits to test your readiness for inspection. We have experience in FSMA 507 audits for cGMP's and Preventive Controls. We can also help with Safe Feed Safe Food, HACCP and Mock Recalls.
Project Management
Project Management
Project Management
We'll help you build or implement any feed safety plans or trainings. We can herd your cats!
Decades of Experience
Our Consultants
At Ingredient Consultations, we understand that the right ingredients are the foundation of every successful product. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing tailored consultations that meet your unique needs. We offer comprehensive guidance on ingredient selection, sourcing, and regulatory compliance. With a focus on innovation and quality, we help you navigate the complex landscape of animal food ingredients. Let us assist you in creating products that stand out in the market and minimize regulatory conversations.
Our Staff
Richard Ten Eyck
Born and raised in Oregon, Richard holds a B.S. in Animal Science from Oregon State University. His 40+ years in the feed industry has covered all sides of the business including ingredient buying, farm store sales, nutrition, state regulatory (26 years), and auditing. He is a past President of the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) and past Chair of the AAFCO Ingredient Definitions Committee. Richard holds Certificates of Training as an FSPCA Lead Instructor for Animal Food and for Foreign Supplier Programs. He is trained as an auditor and regularly conducts third party audits for Safe Feed Safe Food and HACCP.