Alpha Science Laboratories
Alpha Science Laboratories is a Toronto-based manufacturer of 80+ NPN-approved natural health supplements, founded in 1997 by Dr. Gordon Chang as a division of Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals Inc., selling exclusively through verified naturopathic, nutrition, and chiropractic practitioners and their referred patients in Canada.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1997
- HeadquartersToronto, Canada
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Alpha Science Laboratories does
Alpha Science Laboratories is a Toronto-based manufacturer of natural health supplements, operating as a division of Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals Inc. since 1997 under founder and CEO Dr. Gordon Chang, PhD. The company produces over 80 SKUs spanning gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, joint, immune, men's health, women's health, nervous system/sleep, weight management, and nutritional categories, with formulations grounded in scientific research combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine theory. All products undergo on-site and third-party laboratory testing for heavy metals, microbial contaminants, and toxins, and hold Natural Product Numbers (NPN) issued by Health Canada's NNHPD.
The company's go-to-market is a closed B2B channel: it sells exclusively to verified Healthcare Practitioners (naturopaths, nutritionists, chiropractors) and healthcare students via online accounts requiring professional credential verification, with end-patients able to purchase only with a practitioner-issued referral code. A Drop-Ship program allows practitioners to ship product directly to patients on their behalf. The OASIS (Omega Alpha Scientific Institute of Supplements) education division supports the practitioner channel through sponsored educational events, content, and an ongoing partnership with the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) including sponsored awards and guest lectures.
Revenue is generated primarily through direct online product sales to practitioners and referred patients, with all shipping currently limited to Canada (international shipping available by special arrangement). Pricing is not publicly disclosed at the SKU level; shipping terms are structured with free-shipping thresholds ($200 for practitioners, $100 for patients) and a $20 flat-rate handling fee for drop-ship orders. The company manufactures in a 30,000 sq. ft. GMP-compliant Toronto facility and employs 101–250 people.
Alpha Science Laboratories firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Alpha Science Laboratories
- Legal name
- Alpha Science Laboratories
- Website
- https://alphasciencelabs.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1997
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Alpha Science Laboratories is a Toronto-based manufacturer of 80+ NPN-approved natural health supplements, founded in 1997 by Dr. Gordon Chang as a division of Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals Inc., selling exclusively through verified naturopathic, nutrition, and chiropractic practitioners and their referred patients in Canada.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Alpha Science Laboratories industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Natural Health Supplements
- NAICS
- Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411)
- SIC
- Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialty Condition Supplements (Sleep, Stress, Heart, Joint, Gut, Immunity) (CRADAGAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Vitamins & Minerals (Single Nutrients) (CRADAGAB), Functional Foods & Supplement Formats (Gummies, Chews, Powders, Shots) (CRADAGAI), Women’s Health Supplements (Prenatal, Menopause, Hormonal) (CRADAGAK)
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Where Alpha Science Laboratories is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Toronto
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Alpha Science Laboratories business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Direct Product Sales: The company manufactures and sells natural health supplements directly to Healthcare Practitioners and Patients (with referral codes) through their e-commerce website. Orders are shipped to business addresses (practitioners) or patient destinations (drop-ship model).
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Healthcare Practitioner Account - Orders under $200 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Healthcare Practitioner Account - Orders $200+ |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Drop-Ship Practitioner Account |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Patient Account - Orders under $100 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Patient Account - Orders $100+ |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels4 records
Alpha Science Laboratories product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Alpha Science Laboratories manufactures and distributes natural health supplements (capsules, liquids, powders, tinctures) formulated using scientific research and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory. The company produces over 80 SKUs spanning gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, joint, men's health, women's health, weight management, and nutritional categories, sold primarily to licensed healthcare practitioners and (via referral) their patients.
Product overview
Alpha Science Laboratories is a Canadian manufacturer of natural health supplements for professional use by naturopaths, nutritionists, and healthcare practitioners. Founded in 1997, the company operates as a division of Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals Inc. and produces over 80 products across multiple health categories including gastrointestinal health (DG-Licorice, Litis, Ultimate Fibre Plus), cardiovascular health (Choles-FX), respiratory health (Resp-FX), detoxification (SC Liver/Breast/Lung Formulas, Ultimate Fibre Plus), immune support (Super Immune Plus, Turkey Tail, Shiitake, Chaga, Lion's Mane, Cordyceps, Maitake mushroom extracts, Phyto-Immun, IP6, Goldenseal & Echinacea), joint health (Joint-FX, ArthriPlex, MSM products, Cal-Mag Essentials, D-Glucosamine & Chondroitin), men's health (Prosta-FX, Lib-FX, Tribulus Terrestris, Horny Goat Weed, Stinging Nettle), women's health (FemPlex), nervous system & sleep (Valerian, St. John's Wort), nutrition (Vegan Protein, Protein-Zyme, Protein Complex), and weight management (LipoTrim, LipoChitin). Products are manufactured in a 30,000 sq. ft. facility in Toronto, Ontario with quality testing and Health Canada NPN approvals. The company also operates OASIS (Omega Alpha Scientific Institute of Supplements) education division and offers drop-ship services for practitioners.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- OASIS (Omega Alpha Scientific Institute of Supplements): Education division that conducts or sponsors numerous educational events for customers.
Products and services
- DG-Licorice Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) gastrointestinal support supplement in 90 vegetarian capsules, used in herbalism to help relieve inflammatory conditions of the gastro-intestinal tract. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Choles-FX Healthy cholesterol formula in 60 or 120 vegetarian capsules, containing plant sterols, inositol hexanicotinate, red yeast rice, policosanol, and folate to help lower LDL and total blood cholesterol. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Litis Gastrointestinal health formula in 60 vegetarian capsules containing licorice root, spleen extract, L-glutamine, and marshmallow root to help relieve inflammatory conditions of the gastrointestinal tract. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Resp-FX Respiratory support formula based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, available in 120ml or 500ml bottles containing peppermint, polygala, chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, skullcap, and other herbal ingredients. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Ultimate Fibre Plus Powder 340g powder formula containing 6 soluble fibres, 4 probiotics and prebiotics, GI herbal support, bioflavonoids, and detoxification support including psyllium, apple fibre, glucomannan, flax seed, inulin, and guar gum. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Ultimate Fibre Plus Capsules 180 vegetarian capsules containing 6 soluble fibres, 4 probiotic species, and prebiotic support for maintenance of good health, bulk forming laxative, and relief of constipation. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- SC Liver Formula 500ml special care liver formula containing burdock root, sheep sorrel, slippery elm bark, and other herbal extracts to help boost immune system, cleanse blood, and reduce liver inflammation. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- SC Breast Formula 500ml special care breast formula with sheep sorrel, slippery elm bark, cleavers, myrrh, and Siberian ginseng to help boost immune system, cleanse blood, and reduce breast inflammation. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- FemPlex 500ml premenopausal and menopausal support formula combining traditional Chinese herbs including Chinese angelica root, rehmannia root, white peony root, and szechwan lovage rhizome. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- LipoTrim 60 vegetarian capsule fat metabolizer containing Norwegian kelp, Garcinia cambogia, North American ginseng, gymnema, bitter orange, and chromium to help metabolize fats and carbohydrates. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- LipoChitin 120 vegetarian capsule dietary fat binding fibre product containing chitosan for safer weight control and cardiovascular health support. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Vegan Protein Vegan protein blend powder available in chocolate and vanilla (450g) containing organic rice protein, pea protein, hemp protein, quinoa, and spirulina with phytonutrients from moringa and wheat grass. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Protein-Zyme Enzyme-enhanced protein powder in chocolate and vanilla (300g) combining milk protein isolate, whey protein isolate, and protease for optimal protein absorption and lean muscle building. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Protein Complex Complete protein and multi-vitamin complex powder in chocolate and vanilla (300g) providing milk protein isolate, whey protein isolate, protease, acetyl-L-carnitine, R-alpha-lipoic acid, and comprehensive B-vitamins and minerals. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Valerian 120ml natural sleep aid tincture containing valerian root extract to help relieve nervousness and promote sleep. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- St. John's Wort 120ml tincture for sleep and nervous disorders, traditionally used as a sedative for relief of restlessness or nervousness. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Tribulus Terrestris Capsules 120 vegetarian capsules containing puncture vine fruit traditionally used in Ayurveda as an aphrodisiac, diuretic, and for relief of difficult urination. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Tribulus Terrestris Liquid 120ml high potency liquid extract (1:2) of tribulus terrestris for hormone support. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Stinging Nettle 120ml herbal extract for allergies, used as nutritive tonic, diuretic, and supportive therapy for rheumatic complaints and seasonal allergy symptoms. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Lib-FX 120ml libido enhancement formula containing maca root, ginkgo, tribulus, damiana, Siberian ginseng, and ashwagandha to support emotional aspects of sexual health. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Prosta-FX 90 vegetarian capsule prostate formula with saw palmetto, adlay seed, polyporus, stinging nettle root, pygeum, and cellulase to help reduce symptoms of benign prostate hyperplasia. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- MSM Powder 250g powder supplement containing methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) for relief of osteoarthritis pain associated with knees and joints. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Horny Goat Weed 120ml tonic containing epimedium (horny goat weed) traditionally used in Chinese medicine to tonify kidneys, strengthen yang, and promote vitality and physical performance. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- MSM & D-Glucosamine Sulphate 90 or 180 vegetarian capsule combination of D-glucosamine sulphate and MSM for protection against cartilage deterioration and osteoarthritis pain relief. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- MSM Capsules 180 vegetarian capsule supplement containing 1000mg methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) per capsule for osteoarthritis pain relief. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Joint-FX 500ml liquid osteoarthritis formula containing D-glucosamine hydrochloride, MSM, D-chondroitin sulphate, boswellia serrata, and turmeric extract to reduce joint pain and maintain healthy cartilage. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- D-Glucosamine Sulfate & Chondroitin 120 vegetarian capsule combination supporting joint structures and pain associated with osteoarthritis, containing D-glucosamine sulphate and D-chondroitin sulphate. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Inflam-FX 120ml or 500ml mobility improvement formula based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, containing notopterygium root, rehmannia, gentian, angelica, acanthopanax, and kadsura pepper. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Cal-Mag Essentials Powder 360g calcium magnesium essential mineral complex powder with vitamins C and D, containing calcium citrate, magnesium citrate, vitamin D3, vitamin C, and trace minerals for bone and teeth development. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Cal-Mag Essentials Liquid 500ml liquid calcium magnesium supplement with supporting trace elements including calcium citrate, magnesium citrate, vitamin D3, zinc, manganese, copper, chromium, boron, and vanadium. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Cal-Mag Essentials Capsules 240 vegetarian capsule calcium magnesium supplement with essential minerals including vitamins C and D for bone and teeth development and maintenance of good health. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- ArthriPlex 90 vegetarian capsule osteo-arthritis formula containing D-glucosamine sulphate, turmeric extract, ginger root, MSM, cat's claw bark, and cellulase for joint health maintenance. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Trametes versicolor (Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract) 250ml immunomodulating extract containing 2000mg turkey tail mushroom (Trametes versicolor) fruiting body per teaspoon as source of fungal polysaccharides. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Super Immune Plus 120ml immune system enhancement formula containing astragalus, echinacea, Siberian ginseng, reishi mushroom, cat's claw, and ashwagandha for immune support. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- SC Lung Formula 500ml special care lung formula with burdock root, sheep sorrel, slippery elm bark, astragalus, licorice, and codonopsis to boost immune system, cleanse blood, and reduce lung inflammation. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Phyto-Immun 60 or 120 vegetarian capsule phytosterol immune modulating formula with beta-sitosterol to promote healthy balanced immune system. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Ophiocordyceps sinensis (Cordyceps Mushroom Extract) 250ml cordyceps mushroom extract providing 2000mg per teaspoon with antioxidant properties and immunomodulating polysaccharides. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Lentinula edodes (Shiitake Mushroom Extract) 250ml shiitake mushroom extract providing 2000mg per teaspoon with immunomodulating fungal polysaccharides and antioxidants for immune support. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Inonotus obliquus (Chaga Mushroom Extract) 250ml chaga mushroom extract providing 2000mg per teaspoon with immunomodulating properties. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- IP6 90 vegetarian capsule inositol hexaphosphate supplement. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Goldenseal & Echinacea 120ml cold and flu support formula combining echinacea and goldenseal extracts as supportive therapy for upper respiratory tract infections. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Hericium erinaceus (Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract) 250ml lion's mane mushroom extract providing 2000mg per teaspoon with immunomodulating fungal polysaccharides and antioxidants. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Grifola frondosa (Maitake Mushroom Extract) 250ml maitake mushroom extract providing 2000mg per teaspoon with immunomodulating fungal polysaccharides for immune support. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Artemisia Extract 250ml artemisia extract remedy based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory. For healthcare practitioners and their patients.
- Drop-Ship Practitioner Program Fulfillment service for verified healthcare practitioners enabling products to be packaged and shipped directly to patients on the practitioner's behalf. A $20 flat rate handling fee is charged per order. Currently ships within Canada only.
- OASIS Educational Programs (Omega Alpha Scientific Institute of Supplements) Education division conducting or sponsoring educational events for healthcare practitioner customers. Provides educational articles, product monographs, and health resources to support practitioners and build brand authority in the natural health space.
Quantifiable outcome
- 30,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Toronto, Ontario
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Alpha Science Laboratories
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Alpha Science Laboratories technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Alpha Science Laboratories partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM)coreAlpha Science Laboratories has an ongoing partnership with CCNM, sponsoring educational awards including the ASL Botanical Medicine awards and Alpha Science Award of Excellence. The company provides financial support for student recognition and maintains an educational affiliation through guest lectures by CEO Dr. Gordon Chang at CCNM since 2000.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Alpha Science Laboratories competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Metagenics: Practitioner-exclusive supplement brand with a similar B2B model, professional-grade botanical and nutritional formulations sold exclusively through licensed healthcare practitioners. Highly comparable in channel, GMP-grade manufacturing and clinical positioning to Alpha Science.
- Thorne: Premium practitioner-grade supplement company selling to health professionals and their patients with NSF and third-party quality testing comparable to Alpha Science's on-site + third-party QC regime.
- Designs for Health: Practitioner-channel supplement brand offering professional-grade formulations in categories (joint, GI, immune, cardiovascular) closely overlapping Alpha Science's catalog, with a similar professional-only e-commerce model.
- Pure Encapsulations (Nestlé Health Science): Practitioner-exclusive hypoallergenic supplement brand, comparable to Alpha Science in GMP manufacturing rigor, purity testing, and B2B practitioner channel — backed by Nestlé Health Science scale.
- Douglas Laboratories: Professional-grade nutraceutical manufacturer distributed through healthcare practitioners with comparable GMP manufacturing, third-party testing and practitioner-only sales model.
- Standard Process: Practitioner-channel whole-food and botanical supplement company with vertically-integrated manufacturing and a comparable credential-verified B2B distribution model.
- Integrative Therapeutics: Professional-channel supplement manufacturer with clinician-only distribution, therapeutic-condition-focused catalog (GI, immune, mood) and rigorous quality testing similar to Alpha Science's positioning.
- AOR (Advanced Orthomolecular Research): Canadian practitioner-grade supplement brand specializing in evidence-based formulations, sold through health professionals — the most direct Canadian-headquartered competitor to Alpha Science.
Broad incumbents
- Natural Factors: Large Canadian supplement manufacturer (owned by Factors Group) with overlapping product categories and an in-house laboratory for quality testing, competing both in practitioner and mass retail channels.
- Jamieson Wellness: Canada's largest mass-market vitamin and supplement brand (TSX: JWEL); competes with Alpha Science in categories like vitamins, minerals and joint health, with vastly larger retail distribution and marketing budget.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Alpha Science Laboratories leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Alpha Science Laboratories funding detail
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Funding rounds
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Frequently asked questions about Alpha Science Laboratories
What does Alpha Science Laboratories do?
Alpha Science Laboratories manufactures and distributes natural health supplements (capsules, liquids, powders, tinctures) formulated using scientific research and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory. The company produces over 80 SKUs spanning gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, joint, men's health, women's health, weight management, and nutritional categories, sold primarily to licensed healthcare practitioners and (via referral) their patients.
Is Alpha Science Laboratories a public or private company?
Alpha Science Laboratories is a private company. It is currently operating.
When was Alpha Science Laboratories founded?
Alpha Science Laboratories was founded in 1997. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Alpha Science Laboratories based?
Alpha Science Laboratories is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Alpha Science Laboratories make money?
One revenue line is on record: direct Product Sales.
Who are Alpha Science Laboratories's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Metagenics, Thorne, Designs for Health, Pure Encapsulations (Nestlé Health Science), Douglas Laboratories, Standard Process, Integrative Therapeutics and AOR (Advanced Orthomolecular Research). Broad incumbents are Natural Factors and Jamieson Wellness.
Does Alpha Science Laboratories have an API?
No public API is recorded for Alpha Science Laboratories.
What industry is Alpha Science Laboratories in?
Alpha Science Laboratories's product category is Natural Health Supplements. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRADAGAE, Specialty Condition Supplements (Sleep, Stress, Heart, Joint, Gut, Immunity), with a secondary code of CRADAGAB, Vitamins & Minerals (Single Nutrients). Its NAICS code is 325411 and its SIC code is 2833.