Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals

What Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals does

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a privately held Georgia corporation founded in 1997 and headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, that develops, manufactures, and markets branded nutritional supplements. The company operates four cGMP-certified U.S. production facilities totaling more than 400,000 square feet in Georgia (Norcross and Suwanee) and Pennsylvania (State College), with annual capacity of 35 billion tablets, 10 billion capsules, 500 million bottles, 250 million blister packs, and 150 million pacquettes. Its 116-product catalog spans weight loss and energy (Lipodrene®, Fastin®, HydroxyElite®, Stimerex®), pre-workouts (Mesomorph®, Amp3d™, Ultimate Orange), muscle and strength compounds (Deca-DuraBolin®, Dianabol®, Anavar®), protein supplements, testosterone and hormone support, sexual health, and general health and wellness categories. The portfolio is differentiated by three proprietary technology platforms: Cyclosome™, a liposomal/cyclodextrin delivery system deployed across 55+ products to enhance bioavailability; Thermo-Z™, a branded ephedra extract used in flagship weight-loss SKUs; and Extend-Rx™, an extended-release delivery system.

The company generates revenue through three channels: direct-to-consumer e-commerce at hitechpharma.com with free shipping over $100; wholesale and retail distribution through Amazon, GNC, CVS, Rite Aid, Vitamin Shoppe, Cardinal Health, McKesson, and thousands of independent pharmacies and convenience stores in the U.S.; and contract manufacturing and private-label services for other brands with small-batch minimums of approximately 100 bottles and 72-hour to one-week lead times. International distribution reaches 15+ countries across Asia, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East. Hi-Tech also markets and distributes ten acquired sports nutrition brands (ALRI, APS Nutrition, BPI Sports, EAS, Formutech Nutrition, iForce Nutrition, Innovative Labs, LG Sciences, Top Secret Nutrition, USPLabs) through its owned storefront and retail network. The company is led by founder, president, and CEO Jared Wheat and holds cGMP certification with a Superior GMP Rating from ASI Food in 2025, FDA-registered facility status in Pennsylvania, and a Pennsylvania Drug Manufacturing License. The company and its CEO are currently defending against federal charges of forgery and illegal drug inclusion in products.

Name

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals

Legal name

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Website

https://hitechpharma.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, cGMP-certified U.S. dietary supplement manufacturer founded in 1997, operating four production facilities with 35 billion-tablet annual capacity and selling a 116-product sports nutrition and wellness portfolio via DTC e-commerce, national retail chains, wholesale distributors, and international channels across 15+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Nutrition Supplements

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

SIC

Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122)

akta.pro primary industry

Weight Management & Metabolic Supplements (CRADAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Health & Pharmacy Omnichannel (CRAFAEAK)

Keywords

• Sports nutrition supplements
• Dietary supplement manufacturing
• Weight loss supplements
• Pre-workout supplements
• Prohormone supplements

Headquarters

HQ city

Norcross

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct-to-Consumer E-Commerce: Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals sells its own branded nutritional supplements directly to consumers through its e-commerce storefront (hitechpharma.com), offering online ordering with shipping across the United States.
2. Wholesale / Retail Distribution: Products sold through major national retail chains including Amazon, GNC, CVS, Rite Aid, Vitamin Shoppe, Cardinal Health, McKesson, and thousands of independent pharmacies and convenience stores. Retailers purchase products at wholesale prices for resale to end consumers.
3. Contract Manufacturing / Private Labeling: Hi-Tech provides custom manufacturing and private-label services to other brands, producing tablets, capsules, powders, and liquids. Small runs start at ~100 bottles on select stock formulas. The company imports raw materials directly and operates on a 72-hour to 1-week typical lead time. Revenue generated from B2B manufacturing fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals is a cGMP-certified dietary supplement manufacturer that creates, produces, and markets a portfolio of over 50 proprietary nutritional formulations spanning weight loss and energy, pre-workout, muscle building, protein, testosterone and hormone support, sexual enhancement, and health and wellness categories. Products are sold through the company's direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront, major national retail chains, pharmaceutical distributors, and international channels, with additional revenue from contract manufacturing and private-label services.

Product overview

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals is a dietary supplement manufacturer and e-commerce company founded in 1997, based in Norcross, Georgia. The company operates as a cGMP-certified manufacturer with four U.S.-based production facilities and distributes a portfolio of over 116 proprietary nutritional supplement products. The product portfolio is organized across multiple categories including Weight Loss & Energy (featuring flagship products Lipodrene®, Fastin®, HydroxyElite®, Stimerex®, and Slimgovy®), Pre-Workouts (Amp3d™, Mesomorph®, Ultimate Orange, N.O. Overload™), Muscle & Strength (Deca-DuraBolin®, Dianabol®, Anavar®, Halodrol™, Equipoise®, Trenabol®, Sustanon 250®), Protein Supplements (Precision Protein®, NitroPro®, Critical Mass™, Premium Protein™), Testosterone & Hormone Support (Andriol®, Testosterone 21®, Bulasterone™), Estrogen Management (Arimistane®, Novedex XT™, Estrogenex®, Arimiplex® PCT), Sexual Enhancement (Stamina-RX®, Somatomax®), and Health & Wellness (CoQ-10, Ashwagandha, Collagen Peptides, NMN, Liposomal NAD+, Turmeric 95®, Fish Oil, Vitamins). The company also distributes third-party brands including ALRI, APS Nutrition, BPI Sports, EAS, Formutech Nutrition, iForce Nutrition, Innovative Labs, LG Sciences, Top Secret Nutrition, and USPLabs. The portfolio includes over 50 advanced formulations supported by proprietary delivery technologies including Cyclosome™ Technology and Thermo-Z® brand Ephedra Extract. Products are sold through major national retailers and distribution networks across the United States.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ALRI: HumaPro amino acid protein formulas
• APS Nutrition
• BPI Sports
• EAS
• Formutech Nutrition
• iForce Nutrition
• Innovative Labs
• LG Sciences
• Top Secret Nutrition
• USPLabs

Products and services

• Lipodrene® Hi-Tech's flagship weight loss and energy enhancement supplement containing 25 mg Thermo-Z™ brand Ephedra Extract, legal in all 50 states. Targeted at consumers seeking weight loss and thermogenic support.
• Precision Protein® 100% hydrolyzed whey protein isolate supplement providing 25 grams of ultra-premium protein per serving for muscle recovery. Targeted at bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts.
• Somatomax® Deep sleep supplement and feel-good product promoting enhanced sexual experience through multi-pathway GABA benefits. Targeted at bodybuilders, athletes, and adults seeking sleep and recovery support.
• Fastin® Weight loss supplement based on advanced formulations. Targeted at consumers seeking rapid weight loss results.
• Deca-DuraBolin® World's best anabolic prohormone, the ultimate stacking prohormone for optimal size and strength gains. Targeted at serious bodybuilders and competitive athletes.
• Amp3d™ High-performance pre-workout and advanced nitric oxide supplement utilizing proprietary Hi-Tech delivery technology. Targeted at athletes and bodybuilders seeking enhanced pump and workout performance.
• Andriol® Patented oral testosterone support compound designed to elevate testosterone levels, increase muscle mass, and improve quality of life. Targeted at men seeking testosterone support.
• Anavar® Muscle-building agent and strength-increasing compound containing L-Arginine and Arginase Inhibitors ABH and BEC. Targeted at bodybuilders and strength athletes.
• Mesomorph® Legendary pre-workout supplement for muscle building and performance. Targeted at serious bodybuilders and high-intensity training athletes.
• HydroxyElite® Advanced weight loss and energy supplement designed for individuals wanting more from their supplementation. Targeted at fitness enthusiasts seeking enhanced thermogenesis.
• OxyELITE Pro® Advanced energy and weight loss support supplement for individuals demanding more from their training. Targeted at athletes and serious fitness users.
• Stamina-RX® Revolutionary sexual stimulant with proprietary blend of epimedium extract and xanthoparmelia scabrosa extract. Targeted at adult consumers seeking sexual performance enhancement.
• CoQ-10 Cardiovascular support supplement with antioxidant properties, utilizing the proprietary Extend-Rx™ delivery system. Targeted at health-conscious consumers.
• Turkesterone 650™ Highly concentrated turkesterone supplement for increased lean muscle mass and preventing muscle breakdown. Targeted at bodybuilders and advanced athletes.
• 1.M.R.™ Time-tested powerhouse pre-workout supplement developed for shattering training goals with intensity. Targeted at bodybuilders and dedicated gym-goers.
• ALRI Supplements Brand line of HumaPro amino acid protein formulas distributed by Hi-Tech. Targeted at bodybuilders and athletes seeking premium protein supplementation.
• BPI Sports Trusted sports nutrition brand known for high-performance formulas supporting serious training. Targeted at fitness enthusiasts and athletes.
• EAS High-quality protein powders and sports nutrition products trusted by athletes for decades. Targeted at athletes and active consumers.
• USPLabs Sports nutrition line built on innovation, quality, and consistency, including products like Jack3d and OxyELITE Pro. Targeted at performance-focused consumers.
• Contract Manufacturing & Private-Label Services Custom manufacturing and private-label services for other supplement brands, producing tablets, capsules, powders, and liquids. Small runs start at approximately 100 bottles on select stock formulas with typical lead times of 72 hours to 1 week. Targeted at supplement and health product brands seeking high-capacity cGMP manufacturing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1 billion Lipodrene® tablets sold since product launch
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• AmazoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmazon serves as a major online marketplace reseller of Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals' supplement products, providing broad consumer access across the United States.
• GNCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGNC (General Nutrition Centers) is a leading specialty retailer of health and wellness supplements that stocks Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals' products in its retail stores and online.
• CVS PharmacycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCVS Pharmacy carries Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals' products in its retail stores and through its online channel, making supplements accessible to CVS's broad consumer base.
• Rite AidcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRite Aid is a national pharmacy chain that stocks and sells Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals' nutritional supplement products in its retail locations across the United States.
• Vitamin ShoppecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVitamin Shoppe is a specialty retailer of nutritional supplements that stocks Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals' products in its stores and online, serving health- and fitness-conscious consumers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• NOW Foods: NOW Foods is a large family-owned supplement manufacturer with broad vitamins, sports nutrition, and wellness portfolios sold through the same specialty retail and pharmacy channels as Hi-Tech. Both companies manufacture supplements in cGMP-certified U.S. facilities.
• GNC: GNC is the largest specialty retailer of vitamins, minerals, and sports nutrition supplements and one of Hi-Tech's largest distribution partners. Both sell overlapping sports nutrition and weight loss product lines, with Hi-Tech supplying GNC shelves while also competing in some categories.
• Optimum Nutrition (Glanbia): Optimum Nutrition is a leading global sports nutrition brand owned by Glanbia, with Gold Standard Whey as a flagship. It competes with Hi-Tech's Precision Protein® and broader protein lines at GNC, Vitamin Shoppe, and other retailers Hi-Tech supplies.

Regional players

• BodyTech: BodyTech is a sports nutrition brand primarily serving Latin American markets (Mexico, Colombia, Peru) where Hi-Tech also has established distribution. Both companies offer protein, pre-workout, and weight management supplements to similar consumer segments.

Direct peers

• Universal Nutrition: Universal Nutrition produces bodybuilding supplements including Animal Pak and is sold in the same specialty channels as Hi-Tech products. Both companies target hardcore bodybuilding consumers with branded performance supplements.
• MusclePharm: MusclePharm is a sports nutrition brand offering protein, pre-workout, and recovery products in similar channels to Hi-Tech, including GNC and Amazon. Both serve bodybuilding and fitness consumers with branded performance supplements.
• Nutricost: Nutricost is a DTC-focused sports nutrition and supplement manufacturer selling directly online at competitive price points, similar to Hi-Tech's hitechpharma.com model. Both compete across protein, pre-workout, and general supplement categories with vertically integrated sourcing.
• Cellucor (owned by Glanbia): Cellucor's C4 pre-workout line competes head-to-head with Hi-Tech's Mesomorph® and Amp3d™ products. Both target bodybuilders and serious fitness consumers with branded sports nutrition and proprietary formulations sold through specialty retail and online.
• Bio-Engineered Supplements and Nutrition (BSN): BSN owns the Syntha-6 and N.O.-XPLODE pre-workout franchises, competing directly with Hi-Tech's protein and pre-workout SKUs. Both companies distribute through specialty supplement retailers, mass market, and online channels.
• Iovate Health Sciences: Iovate owns Hydroxycut, MuscleTech, and Six Star Pro Nutrition, competing directly with Hi-Tech's weight loss (HydroxyElite®, Lipodrene®) and sports nutrition lines. Both companies produce and distribute branded supplements across mass retail and specialty channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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