About Testobite: Ek Vishwas Behind Every Crunchy Snack

Testobite is manufactured and marketed by Mahek Foods, located in Ambernath, Maharashtra, India. Ambernath sits in the Mumbai industrial belt, which gives the unit dependable power, water and road connectivity to ports, warehouses and city markets. The same team handles sourcing, roasting, seasoning, packing and dispatch, so decisions about quality are taken by people who own the outcome. Business and manufacturing references for the company are available on request, and every pack carries the manufacturer name and address along with the FSSAI licence number.

Each Testobite pack carries the FSSAI Licence No. 11518021000420, the product name, ingredient list with percentages for major ingredients, nutritional information per 100g, net quantity, batch number, date of manufacture, best before period, storage instructions, country of origin, vegetarian marking, customer care contact and the manufacturer and marketer details. For Yellow Chana, chana is declared at 98 percent of the ingredients with iodised salt and turmeric powder as the balance, and approximately 20.4 grams of protein per 100 grams is declared. We present these figures as product information rather than health claims, which is also how we advise partners to describe the range to customers.

Hygiene starts before production. Raw material lots are cleaned, de stoned and graded on arrival, and rejected lots are returned rather than blended. Inside the unit, staff wear caps, hairnets, gloves and dedicated footwear, and everyone passes through a hand wash and sanitising station before entering the processing area. Roasting drums, tumbler and contact surfaces are cleaned at the end of each shift, frying oil is filtered and changed on schedule, and the packing room is kept dry and dust controlled. Floors and drains are cleaned daily, waste is removed in covered bins, and pest control is carried out by a contracted agency with documented visits. Every batch carries a code, a retention sample is stored for shelf life reference, and cleaning and production records are maintained shift wise.

Every complaint is treated as a traceability exercise. If a customer or retailer reports an issue with taste, texture or packaging, we ask for the pack photo showing the batch code and best before date. That code identifies the production shift, the raw material lot and the packing run. If the retention sample confirms a deviation, affected stock is traced and corrective action is taken at the source, which may mean retraining, a maintenance fix or a supplier correction. Retailers and distributors should route complaints to their account contact or to mahek.foods@testobite.com with the batch details attached. Prompt reporting with a batch code is the fastest way to get a resolution.

Pricing is slab based, meaning the rate improves as quantity increases, and it is quoted per SKU because pack format and raw material cost differ between products. Retailers can begin with a single assorted carton to test the range. Distributors place larger committed orders and receive territory specific pricing discussed individually. Institutional and bulk buyers using 1kg and 5kg formats receive a separate quotation covering quantity, delivery destination and payment terms. Mixed SKU cartons can be arranged so smaller buyers do not need to commit to one product. All quotations are shared in writing and remain valid for the period stated on them, since raw material prices for chana and groundnut move with the season.

First orders are generally against advance or part advance, which is standard practice for a new trading relationship. Once a partner has a consistent ordering history, credit terms can be discussed based on volume, territory and payment discipline. Every dispatch is accompanied by a tax invoice and an e way bill where applicable, and transport documents are shared at dispatch so buyers can track the consignment. GST details are required for invoicing. For marketplace supply, billing follows the platform purchase order and settlement cycle. Partners who need a formal quotation, proforma invoice or a credit application should request it through the contact page or by email.

Yes. Prospective retailers and distributors can request product samples to taste the range before committing, along with the current catalogue listing every SKU, pack size and barcode. Along with samples we share shelf talkers, danglers and display guidance so a partner can present the products properly from day one. Sample requests are usually processed with a courier charge or adjusted against a first order, depending on the size of the enquiry. Send your requirement with the city name to mahek.foods@testobite.com or call +91 72089 50312, and mention which categories interest you so we can send a relevant assortment rather than a random box.

We do discuss private label packing for businesses that have their own brand and a committed volume. This typically suits regional brands, retail chains wanting a house label snack, gifting companies and exporters. Private label work requires a higher minimum volume commitment because it involves separate packaging artwork, cylinder or plate costs and dedicated production slots. The product specifications, pack format and labelling compliance remain the responsibility of both parties, and we support with manufacturing capability, documentation and quality records. Share your brand name, required products, pack size and expected monthly volume so we can respond with a realistic assessment.

Most Testobite products carry a best before period of about six months from the date of manufacture when the pack remains sealed. Shelf life depends on the product type, so refer to the printed date on each pack. Storage matters as much as the seal: keep cartons in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from direct sunlight, moisture and strong odours, and store them on pallets or racks rather than directly on the floor. Rotate stock on a first in first out basis so older cartons sell first. In humid coastal cities, opened retail packs should be transferred to airtight jars. Damaged or wet cartons must be separated immediately to protect the rest of the stock.

Packaging is planned in two layers. The primary pouch is a food grade laminate chosen to block moisture and protect the crunch, sealed with clean jaws and coded with batch and date details. The secondary carton is sized so that packs sit tightly without crushing, and cartons are sealed with strong tape and strapped for long haul movement. Bulk 1kg and 5kg formats use heavier cartons suited to stacking in godowns. Because our products are dry snacks, they travel well by road, but we still advise partners to avoid stacking heavy goods on top of snack cartons and to check consignments at the time of delivery, noting any damage on the transporter receipt before signing.