Specialists in Food Science & Regulatory Consulting
PRODUCT SOLUTIONS RESEARCH, INC. delivers expert scientific and regulatory consulting to the food and biotechnology industries. Founded and led by Dr. Sangeeta Patel, we support clients throughout product development, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance. Our focused team combines cutting-edge science with deep knowledge of US and global food standards to guide your ventures from concept to market.
01 / What we do
We provide a comprehensive suite of science-driven advisory services tailored to food and biotechnology stakeholders. Whether you are developing a novel ingredient or navigating regulatory frameworks, our expertise ensures clarity, safety, and compliance every step of the way.
From ideation to commercialization, we manage the full product development lifecycle for new foods and ingredients. Our services include formulation, optimization, technology transfer, and scale-up to ensure that innovations seamlessly transition from lab to manufacturing. We cater to companies seeking unique recipes, improved processes, or technical oversight for complex food science challenges.
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Rigorous safety evaluation is essential when introducing novel ingredients. We prepare comprehensive scientific and toxicological reviews to support FDA GRAS notifications and other regulatory submissions. Our experience includes successful representation as agents for GRAS determinations—such as stevia—ensuring that safety data meet the highest standard for regulatory review.
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Stay compliant in a shifting regulatory landscape. We interpret and apply FDA requirements to packaging, labeling, and ingredient statements. Our consulting clarifies what’s permissible, prevents costly missteps, and assists in preparing technical documentation for both U.S. and international markets, so your products align with applicable food laws and labeling standards.
Discuss your idea ↗We advise clients on effective market entry strategies, helping manage product launches and develop quality assurance plans. Our expertise supports planning for regulatory milestones, risk management, and scaling up with an eye on operational excellence. Engage us to define timelines, quality measures, and informed navigation through complex product approval pathways.
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02 / About us
Founded in 2012 by Dr. Sangeeta Patel, PRODUCT SOLUTIONS RESEARCH, INC. is a scientific and regulatory consulting firm based in Davis, California. Our capacity is anchored by in-depth academic achievement and industry knowledge in food science, making us a trusted partner for companies addressing novel ingredients and biotechnological advancements.
As an independent, unfunded research consultancy, we provide attentive, senior-level engagement on every project. Dr. Patel is actively involved in each consultation, ensuring thorough, scientifically-grounded guidance throughout your journey. Our approach is personalized, blending technical rigor with practical solutions for real world challenges in food innovation.
We serve a diverse client base that spans startups through established food and biotechnology firms. Our competitive edge is a focus on clarity, compliance, and scientific integrity—making us a preferred choice against larger, less nimble consultancies such as FoodChain ID or NIZO food research. We welcome inquiries at any project stage.
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Our consultancy is founded on bridging scientific excellence with actionable strategies. This combination gives clients the advantage of robust technical defense during regulatory review while supporting swift, confident market entry. The close involvement of Dr. Sangeeta Patel ensures deep technical understanding at every decision point—turning insight into commercial outcomes.
03 / How to get started
Contact us to discuss your concept, regulatory concerns, or project needs. During an initial conversation, we’ll clarify your technical and compliance objectives, and identify key areas for collaboration. This is a great time to ask about our expertise, scope, and recent advisement on similar challenges.
Based on your enquiry, we draft an overview of possible pathways, regulatory considerations, and scientific milestones for your unique products. We'll suggest a tailored approach and outline next steps, clarifying how you can prepare supporting information such as ingredient specifications, desired claims, or technical data.
Review our written recommendations and decide if our consultancy matches your needs. We define scope, expected deliverables, and the type of ongoing advisory relationship best suited for your project. Questions are welcomed during this phase, including timeline, compliance documentation, or multi-step collaboration.
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Our services are suitable for innovators, manufacturers, and investors in the food and biotechnology industry who need expert support at any stage of the product lifecycle. Our flexible approach means we advise on everything from ground-up formulations to targeted compliance and safety evaluations.
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Effective engagement starts with an informed initial consultation. Gathering relevant documents, research data, or labeling drafts can help us quickly identify your needs and advise on immediate next steps, streamlining the regulatory process and saving valuable time in product development.
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While our expertise covers U.S. and some international requirements, we do not represent ourselves as legal counsel or provide guarantees regarding final regulatory decisions. We support scientific and regulatory arguments—clients are responsible for confirming all business and legal arrangements as projects progress.
04 / A little more detail
We work with food and biotechnology firms of all sizes, including startups developing new food ingredients and established companies needing regulatory guidance. If your project involves novel foods, ingredient safety, or U.S. FDA compliance, our practical scientific services can be shaped to your requirements.
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) determinations involve preparing a thorough scientific and toxicological dossier for FDA review. We assist by compiling research, interpreting toxicology data, and framing your submission to meet regulatory standards. We can also represent your interests as an agent with the FDA.
Our core expertise is U.S. FDA requirements, but we routinely address global compliance concerns and can provide guidance on preparing packages for international regulatory bodies or harmonized labeling standards. Let us know your target markets so we can clarify how we can assist.
Include a brief description of your planned product or ingredient, relevant technical background, and key regulatory goals—such as gaining GRAS status or meeting labeling standards. The more context you can share, the more tailored our initial response and recommendations will be.
We provide agile, senior-level attention, with every project led by Dr. Sangeeta Patel. Our firm combines personalized guidance and scientific depth, without layers of administrative overhead. This means rapid response and deep engagement with your team, focused on the core priorities of your project.
05 / Contact us
Ready to explore your product’s path to market or have questions about food science regulations? Reach out for a confidential discussion about your needs, objectives, and timeline. We will respond directly to your enquiry and guide you through next steps.
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