CAREERS FAQS Markets Services Packaging News About Contact Frequently Asked Questions Jump to a section: Products, Services, and Capabilities Getting Started Client Questionnaire Products, Services, and Capabilities What types of products can you fill? We fill specialized liquid, gel, and cream products. Are there products that you can't fill? At this time, we are unable to fill the following types of products Semi-solids (such as lip balms) Powder/dry products Tablets Prescription products Products that contain high alcohol percentages (our machinery can typically work with <30% alcohol content) Can you fill viscous products? Yes, we can typically fill viscous liquids, gels & creams. Do you make or fill glass vials? No. Unicep's blow-fill-seal ampoules/vials/dispensers are made of recyclable plastic. Can we buy your plastic blow-fill-seal dispensers and fill them in our facility? No, our packaging is not available unfilled. We are happy to fill your liquid & gel product in our dispensers within our facility. Can you fill a product that requires a sterile fill? Although Unicep is a non-sterile manufacturer, we can refer you to companies that provide terminal sterilization to meet your sterile requirements. Do you sell machinery for filling? No, we don't sell machinery. We are happy to fill your liquid & gel products in our facilities. Do you have a clean room? No, we do not have a clean room. Our facility is subjected to, and environmentally monitored to, ISO Class 8 standards via particle count and viable particulate testing, though we are not formally validated to the standard. Is your facility FDA registered? Yes, Unicep facilities are FDA registered, ISO 13485 certified, and cGMP compliant. Can you provide testing for compatibility and stability? Yes, we can provide this type of testing. Please contact us to discuss your requirements and how we can meet your specific needs. Can Unicep formulate a product for me? We offer formulation assistance in conjunction with a liquid filling agreement. We work with clients to ensure the compounding of their formulation meets their requirements. We offer full support of tech transfers, batch records, and mix instructions for products manufactured at Unicep's facility. We often assist with product line enhancements or help in solving complex formulation issues. Can you mix my product if I provide a formulation? Do I need to provide the ingredients? Yes. With a supplied formation, we can compound your product. We source ingredients based on your specifications. If you have preferred sources for your ingredients, we are happy to discuss how we can partner with your preferred suppliers. Can I ship my product to you in bulk form? Yes. We can receive bulk product for filling. ↑ Back to top Getting Started What are your average lead times? Our lead times vary based on the services that you require. Once we understand the scope of your project, we can provide an estimated lead time. Do you have quantity minimums? Our minimum run requirements are based on your packaging choice and any compounding requirements. Once we understand the scope of your project, we can provide our minimum requirements. Can we tour both of your facilities in Sandpoint, ID and Spokane, WA? We welcome visits from our customers' project teams. Please contact your assigned Program Manager to make arrangements. Where will my product ship from? Your final packaged products will ship from our dock in Spokane, WA. Do I need to supply the packaging for you to fill my product? Our blow-fill-seal single use dispensers are created in our facility through a blow molding process. All other packaging such as, tubes, pumps, cartons, syringes, and pouch materials are sourced through our approved suppliers. If you have a preferred source, we are happy to discuss how we can partner with your preferred supplier. ↑ Back to top Requesting Your Quote What are some questions Unicep will ask to get my project started? Due to the specialized nature of the work we do, Unicep works with prospective partners to ensure our capabilities are the right match for their project needs. Questions we may ask to ensure alignment include: What is the product that you are interested in packaging? What is the product used for? What type of package have you chosen for your product? What is the FDA classification of the product? What are the product claims? Will you be shipping us bulk product to fill or will we be mixing your product at our facility? What are the ingredients of your product? What type of testing do you require? What are your initial order quantities & annual predictions? What is your target pricing and product launch date? How do I receive a formal quote? Our Business Development team will work with you to understand the scope of your project and qualify our ability to support your requirement. Once qualified, a Program Manager will be assigned to your project and will provide a formal quote based on the work required. Have a different question? A suggestion for this page? Ready to get started? Contact Us © Unicep 2021 Terms of Use Privacy Policy Contact Us Today: 800.354.9396