FAQ

Are you a manufacturer?

Sorry not, Darryl’s Ice Cream Solutions, LLC is a knowledgable consulting service, specializing in dairy and plant-based frozen products.

I’ve been making a product at home and experiencing an increase in demand, can you help me find a co-pack manufacturer?

Yes – possibly, but first you’ll need to schedule consulting time in order to clearly understand all that is required before making the introduction. Finding the “right fit” manufacturer is important and will specialize in the client’s type of product. Schedule a 10-hour series to get you prepared.

  • Call: 2 hours – cover product composition & specifications, current production process and ingredients    
  • Call: 2 hours – product test feedback from first meeting discussion. Review ingredients, process, flavors and formula suggestions
  • Call: 1 hour – review co-packer requirements for packaging, ingredients, formula, production size, time frame and initial estimated cost
  • Call: 1 hour – formula review, confirming if commercial production ready or if additional tasks are necessary     
  • Call: 1 hour – product characteristics changes when product is made on commercial equipment
  • Call: 1 hour – label requirements, package specifications, suppliers  
  • Call: 2 hours – estimated time line and budget from first PO, monitoring first production, warehousing and product distribution     

The information covered in our 10-hour session will be specific to your product and business requirements. Post-training, you’ll be better prepared to speak informatively with the co-pack manufacturer.     

My family operates a successful ice cream business outside of the US and would like to manufacture and sell our products in America. Can you help us better understand the entire process and feasibility of introducing our brand in the US?

Yes, Darryl works with global companies to understand the US market environment in manufacturing, ingredients, labels, vendors, buyers & logistics.  

Do you work with start-ups with a unique product and concept?

Yes and the primary reason Darryl created his consulting business back in 2012. There is a disconnect between the product concept and the requirements to produce and sell commercially. Darryl will help you connect the dots.

Can you assist in CBD and THC infused, consumables?

Yes, we work with all size of clients in everything from product development and the manufacturing process to proper infusion techniques and the steps to prepare for a successful launch.

Is it better to operate my own production room or find a co-packer?

Great question, with no singular or absolute answer. Understanding the benefits and trade-offs in both is critical. Darryl will explain the differences of making products in your own licensed, commercial space to compare to utilizing a co-pack manufacturer.

Can you help with packaging and label requirements to sell our products in the grocery stores?

Yes, we assist in packaging, size, nutrition declaration, ingredient statement, tamper-evident sealing, and barcoding required by retail buyers.

Can you help with e-commerce internet sales, order fulfillment methods, and the shipping process?

Yes, we work in all areas of the process, methodology, and requirements to ship frozen products correctly and direct to the customer’s door.

Do you know about commercial equipment for my small manufacturing space?

Yes, we will identify all large and small commercial equipment necessary to make products in your licensed facility.

How do I know that you can help me with my specific need?

Schedule a 20-minute no-fee call, that offers the opportunity for you to explain your product and needs. Darryl will explain the tasks, steps, and services. Darryl will help get your business off the ground and in the right direction.

What is the best way to contact you to begin the process?

Click here for Darryl’s contact information and be sure to include something about your project and goals.