Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using our manufacturing services

Last updated: December 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By engaging with OKANEN's manufacturing services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and our company.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not proceed with our services. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, with changes taking effect immediately upon posting.

Important: Continued use of our services after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

2. Our Services

OKANEN provides comprehensive OEM/ODM manufacturing services for cosmetics and personal care products, including but not limited to:

Product Categories

  • Hair Care Products
  • Body Care Products
  • Facial Care Products
  • Lip Care Products

Service Scope

  • Formula Development
  • Custom Manufacturing
  • Packaging Solutions
  • Quality Testing

3. Manufacturing Process & Responsibilities

Our manufacturing process follows strict protocols to ensure product quality and safety. Client responsibilities and our commitments are clearly defined:

Client Responsibilities

  • Provide accurate product specifications and requirements
  • Ensure all regulatory compliance for target markets
  • Approve samples before mass production
  • Adhere to agreed payment schedules

Our Commitments

  • Maintain ISO 22716 and GMPC standards
  • Deliver products within agreed timelines
  • Conduct comprehensive quality testing
  • Provide full documentation and certificates

4. Quality Standards & Certifications

We maintain the highest quality standards through comprehensive testing and certification processes:

ISO
ISO 22716

Cosmetics GMP

FDA
FDA

US Compliance

CE
CE Mark

EU Standards

HALAL
HALAL

Certified

Quality Assurance Process

1 Raw material inspection and testing (100% batch testing)

2 In-process monitoring and quality control checkpoints

3 Final product testing (microbiological, stability, sensory)

4 Third-party testing and certification when required

5. Intellectual Property Rights

We respect and protect intellectual property rights of all parties involved in our manufacturing partnerships:

Client IP Protection

  • All client formulations and trade secrets remain confidential
  • Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are mandatory for all projects
  • Client retains full ownership of their brand and product designs

OKANEN IP Rights

  • Our proprietary manufacturing processes and technologies
  • OKANEN brand name and associated trademarks
  • General manufacturing know-how and expertise

IP Infringement Policy

Clients must warrant that their products do not infringe upon third-party intellectual property rights. Any legal issues arising from IP infringement are the sole responsibility of the client.

6. Payment Terms & Conditions

Payment Schedule

Order Confirmation 30%
Production Start 40%
Before Shipment 30%

Accepted Payment Methods

  • Wire Transfer (T/T)
  • Letter of Credit (L/C)
  • PayPal (for smaller orders)
  • Western Union

Important Payment Notes

  • • All payments must be received according to agreed schedule to maintain production timeline
  • • Late payment may result in production delays and additional charges
  • • Currency: USD (United States Dollar) unless otherwise specified
  • • Bank charges are responsibility of the paying party

7. Liability & Limitations

Our liability is limited to the manufacturing services provided. We are not responsible for market performance, regulatory approvals in destination countries, or end-consumer reactions unless directly caused by manufacturing defects.

Maximum Liability: Our total liability shall not exceed the total contract value for the specific order in question.

8. Termination & Cancellation

Either party may terminate the agreement with 30 days written notice. Cancellation of orders in production may incur charges for materials and work completed.

9. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the People's Republic of China. Any disputes shall be resolved through arbitration in Guangdong Province.

Questions About These Terms?

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please don't hesitate to contact our legal and customer service team.

OKANEN Manufacturing • Guangdong Province, China • info@okanen.com