Nutramax Laboratories

Nutramax Laboratories

Manufactures veterinary and human nutritional supplements

Overview

Nutramax Laboratories develops nutritional supplements for people and pets, with a focus on joint health through products like Cosamin for humans and Cosequin for animals. It combines natural compounds such as glucosamine and chondroitin, which are taken as pills or chewables to support joint cartilage and mobility, under a framework of safety and efficacy validated by science. The company is privately held and family-owned, emphasizing a Christian-based, science-driven culture and steady, self-funded growth rather than public funding or IPOs, which it uses to scale operations and expand facilities. Its goal is to deliver high-quality joint health and other nutritional supplements through ongoing product development and internal funding.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Nutramax Laboratories

Simplify's Rating
Why Nutramax Laboratories is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Healthcare

Consumer Goods

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lancaster, South Carolina

Founded

1992

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What believers are saying

  • Nutramax opened a 200,000-square-foot Lancaster expansion in 2026, adding manufacturing capacity.
  • May 2026 partnerships with Westminster Kennel Club and AKC expand Cosequin visibility.
  • February 2024 Practitioner Formulas opened a new healthcare channel beyond pet supplements.

What critics are saying

  • A 2026 $11.5 million Cosequin settlement forces packaging changes and damages efficacy claims.
  • Nutramax sued Grand Horizon in August 2025 and Abumayyaleh in January 2025 over trademarks.
  • If courts keep narrowing Cosequin claims, Nutramax loses the brand promise driving repeat purchases.

What makes Nutramax Laboratories unique

  • Nutramax built Cosequin and Cosamin over 30 years of veterinary and human supplement research.
  • Its Lancaster, South Carolina manufacturing footprint underpins quality control and supply chain speed.
  • The company sells through veterinarians, practitioners, and pet brands, not commodity retail alone.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
Ini Law
Aug 9th, 2024
Fighting for the Max: Nutramax Battles Alleged Trademark Violations

Fighting for the max: Nutramax battles alleged trademark violations.

PR Newswire
May 3rd, 2024
Registration Now Open For 'A Different Way To Ce!'

Nutramax Laboratories sponsors Fourth Annual CVM Veterinary ConferenceLANCASTER, S.C., May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 'A Different Way to CE' is back for the fourth year in Nashville, Tennessee! The annual continuing education veterinary conference, sponsored by Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc ., welcomes veterinary professionals and students from around the world to the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Attendees will enjoy one-of-a-kind fellowship with other veterinary professionals, superior entertainment, and opportunities to stretch their knowledge with educational sessions designed just for them!"This is 'A Different Way to CE' because veterinary professionals can receive continuing education credit while achieving work/life balance through our family-friendly sessions, exclusive kids' zone, and meals for the entire family," said Todd Henderson, DVM, CEO and President of Nutramax Laboratories.This year's conference is bigger and better than ever! Attendees can choose from more than 100 sessions and earn up to 20 RACE-approved continuing education credits, learning from academic leaders on a broad range of animal medicine topics. New offerings include hands-on learning opportunities where participants can immerse themselves in new specialties. In addition to CE, attendees will be treated to a private, live concert by multi-platinum star, Gabby Barrett.Registration for the 2024 CVM Veterinary Conference is underway. Interested veterinary professionals and students can click here to sign up for 'A Different Way to CE' 2024!About Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc.Since its inception, Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc. has researched, developed, and distributed products that support the quality of life for pets

PR Newswire
Feb 13th, 2024
Industry Leader Launches Exclusive Supplement Line For Healthcare Practitioners

LANCASTER, S.C., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than 30 years, Nutramax Laboratories has researched and developed nutritional supplements for people and their pets, setting and adhering to the highest standards in manufacturing and quality with a focus on scientific innovation. Furthering its mission to improve the quality of life, Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care is introducing a line of exclusive nutritional supplements designed specifically for healthcare practitioners."Our mission is fueled by using the combination of scientific research and an innovative mindset to create nutraceutical products that enable optimal health," says Pharmacist and Founder of Nutramax Laboratories, Dr. Robert Henderson.Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care, the makers of Cosamin® for joint health and Avmacol® for detoxification support, are growing their reach with tailored solutions for healthcare professionals. As a part of the company's expanded vision, Nutramax Practitioner Formulas will focus on partnering with healthcare professionals seeking a multi-modal approach to their patients' health and wellness.In a state-of-the-art Translational Research Laboratory, Nutramax evaluates how ingredients work at the cellular level. A team of cellular and molecular biologists assess the bioactivity of raw materials by evaluating changes in biomarkers

PR Newswire
Jan 5th, 2024
Veterinarians Take Over Nashville In November For A Different Way To Ce!

Record Attendance at The Third Annual CVM Veterinary ConferenceLANCASTER, S.C., Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Christian Veterinary Mission (CVM) Veterinary Conference: "A Different Way to CE!" wrapped with more than 900 guests in attendance. The third annual conference, sponsored by Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc., saw its highest attendance to date, as veterinary professionals and students from around the world converged at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Attendees enjoyed one-of-a-kind fellowship with other veterinary professionals, superior entertainment, and stretched their knowledge with educational sessions designed just for them!"We came up with 'A Different Way to CE' so that veterinary professionals would not only receive continuing education, but could focus on work/life balance, Christ-centered worship with colleagues, and discover new ways to build relationships with their clients," said Todd Henderson, DVM, CEO and President of Nutramax Laboratories.The relationship between Nutramax and CVM continues to grow as they strive to live out their combined mission statement: Honoring God through veterinary medicine, helping people share Christ through their profession, and supporting both veterinarians and students throughout their careers."CVM is grateful to Nutramax for their innovation and support in co-hosting this unique CE event. The collaboration is a great example of how both organizations can honor God while serving the veterinary profession together," said Lee Myers, DVM and CEO of Christian Veterinary Mission.Attendees chose from over 80 sessions and earned up to 21 RACE-approved continuing education credits, learning from academic leaders who presented on a broad range of animal medicine topics. In addition to CE, guests were treated to a private concert from Gary LeVox, front man for the multi-award-winning super group, Rascal Flatts!Registration for the 2024 CVM Veterinary Conference is already underway

Food Ingredients First
Oct 18th, 2023
For the love of pets: Nutramax and ADM Protexin to expand reach of animal supplement distribution

18 Oct 2023 --- The pet supplement R&D company Nutramax Laboratories has announced it is expanding its partnership with ADM Protexin, ADM 's probiotic supplements brand.

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