Innovative Made in Italy solutions for pharmacy, large-scale retail, and childcare distributors
50 Years of Technological Excellence at the Service of Distribution
Since 1976, IPS International Products & Services has been the Italian go-to source for B2B distributors seeking innovative, certified, and high-margin products. Headquartered in San Donato Milanese, we combine technology, regulatory compliance, and production flexibility to support the growth of your catalog.
What sets us apart from the competition
Microencapsulation: A Measurable Competitive Advantage
Our proprietary microencapsulation, developed over four decades of research, allows us to protect liquid or solid substances within ultra-thin protective membranes. This translates into:
- Controlled release of active substances (fragrances, functional ingredients)
- Superior stability compared to standard market products
- Prolonged duration of product effectiveness
- Certified safety for healthcare and baby care applications
Result for the distributor: products that your end customer cannot find elsewhere, with a premium positioning justified by technology.
Regulatory compliance: zero surprises, maximum security
Regulatory compliance: zero surprises, maximum security
We understand that for a pharmaceutical or childcare distributor, regulatory compliance is non-negotiable. Each of our medical devices is:
Operational advantage: no risk of product recalls, guaranteed compliance, documentation available before ordering.
Made in Italy: a commercial argument that sells
Not Just a Label, a Guarantee of Value
IPS’ Made in Italy label isn’t just marketing; it’s a concrete commercial lever for your stores:
- Higher perceived quality by the final consumer compared to Asian products
- Complete traceability of the production chain
- Short delivery times and stock available in Italy
- Technical and commercial support in Italian with rapid response
Founded in 1976: This business continuity is a selling point when your end customer evaluates the reliability of your supplier.
Private label: your brand, our technology
Complete Customization Without Investment in R&D (is that a real added value?)
We offer a turnkey Private Label service for distributors who want to build an exclusive catalog:
- Complete graphic customization (packaging, case)
- Reduced time to market: From request to finished product in competitive times
Case study:
Products designed for sell-out
High Rotation, Higher Margins, Few Returns
Our products are developed with one primary goal: to rotate quickly in your store.
Liquid crystal thermometers
-12% returns compared to electronic thermometers (Read the case study (Brannan))
No dead battery problems
Ultra-thin packaging = optimized logistics costs
Scented plasters (microencapsulation technology)
Seasonal product with high visual appeal (summer, outdoor)
High margin thanks to premium positioning
Compact 75x110mm packaging ideal for cross-selling in pharmacies and childcare
Temporary tattoos
390 searches/month in Italy (source: IPS 2026 keyword research)
Fast-moving consumer product = frequent reorders
Licensing and customization options for events and promotions
IPS vs. Asian Suppliers: The Comparison That Matters
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Criterio
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IPS Retail
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Fornitore Asiatico Tipo
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CE certification for medical devices
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✓ Ready and verifiable
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Often stated, rarely documented
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Delivery time (validate)
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5-15 days (Italy stock)
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45-90 days (by sea)
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Technical support in Italian
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Dedicated, with regulatory expertise
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Limited or absent
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Proprietary technology
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Patented microencapsulation
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Standard commodity
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Production traceability
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Complete
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Opaque
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The numbers that prove your ROI
Market Data (Keyword Research Italy 2026)
The demand is there. IPS provides the products to capture it.
Superior Marginality
Our products, thanks to proprietary technology and Made in Italy, allow for premium positioning with margins 15-25% higher than standard category references.
Ready to differentiate your catalog?
IPS Retail is the B2B partner for distributors who don’t want to compete solely on price, but seek innovative, certified, and profitable products to build lasting relationships with their end customers.
Request the complete catalog and discover how our 50 years of experience can become your competitive advantage.
FAQ for B2B distributors
Minimums vary by product category. Contact us for a personalized quote tailored to your distribution volume.
We provide all technical documentation (certificates, data sheets, declarations of conformity) upon order delivery, ready for any inspections.
We evaluate exclusive agreements for distributors with qualified volumes. Contact us to discuss your area of expertise.
Absolutely. The packaging is consumer-ready, with shelf-friendly graphics and no display rework required.