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MILL SPRING—In a significant local business development for the manufacturing industry, M&M Labs, located at 4021 Highway 108E, has announced that US Customs and Border Protection has activated and approved its status as a Free Trade Zone (FTZ). 

They are the first company to be given FTZ in Polk County. This milestone promises substantial benefits for them and their customers as they navigate the challenges posed by increasing tariffs and rising raw materials costs.

Founded in 2016 in the kitchen of Dr. Jeffrey Hendricks, M&M Labs has continued to grow and now fills the old Stonecutter Mills building in Mill Spring. It consists of a skilled team of medical professionals dedicated to creating high-quality, research-based dietary supplements and wellness products. They collaborate with small businesses, healthcare practitioners, and major retailers to offer the expertise, support, and services required to formulate, manufacture, and distribute nutraceutical products at competitive prices. 

As tariffs continue to escalate, the new FTZ designation allows M&M Labs to provide clients with an efficient and cost-effective solution for manufacturing and exporting their products globally. 

“This is a game-changer for our customers,” stated Dr. Jeffrey Hendricks, CEO of M&M Labs. “With rising tariffs driving up costs, our Free Trade Zone status offers brands a strategic advantage by reducing expenses and simplifying international shipping. This ultimately makes it easier and more affordable to distribute nutraceutical products worldwide.”

Activating M&M Labs’ FTZ status has several key benefits. Designated FTZ areass within the US are legally considered outside of US Customs territory, allow businesses to defer or reduce customs duties on imported goods, fostering international trade and competitiveness. 

As a trusted contract manufacturer of high-quality supplements, vitamins, and functional foods, M&M Labs is dedicated to empowering its partners with innovative solutions aimed at driving business growth. The company’s new FTZ status highlights its commitment to assisting customers in navigating the complexities of global trade while maximizing profitability.

For more information on how M&M Labs’ Free Trade Zone status can benefit your business, USA customers are encouraged to reach out to Evan Puruleski, Director of FTZ Operations, at M&M Labs.