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Mannatechhas announced that as of November 1st, 2008 they have officially begun selling its products in Singapore.

The expansion into Singapore was celebrated at the company’s Coppell Texas headquarters with a flag raising ceremony. The company is thrilled about the further expansion into Asia as they continue to grow around the world.

Entrepreneurs in Singapore are now eligible for enrollment. While not all products will be available right away, new distributors will have some of the company’s top sellers to offer new clients including the Mannatech Optimal Health System, which is comprised of Advanced Ambrotose glyconutritional dietary supplement; Ambrotose AO antioxidant supplement; PLUS(TM) herbal-amino acid supplement; and MannaMatrix caplets - Mannatech’s proprietary plant and whole food-based multivitamin and mineral supplement, and The MannaBears, a supplement specially designed for children.

Through this week meetings will be held in Singapore at the Grand Plaza Park Hotel to introduce new distributors to the company as well as give them a chance to meet with Mannatech corporate staff. Newly enrolled distributors will have a chance to learn about the products, ask questions, receive tips on running their business and will also receive detailed information about the compensation plan.

Wayne Badovinus, president and CEO of Mannatech spoke about the expansion into Singapore and what it means to the company. “The opening of Singapore is a great achievement for our company as we look toward continued international growth and success,” With our updated computer infrastructure, we are able to streamline international operations and simplify entry into new markets around the globe.”

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Mannatech has just announced that two of their most popular supplements, the PLUS and Ambrotose AO have been certified by NSF International showing that they have met all claims on their label with regards to the purity of the ingredients in the products.

NSF International is an independent accredited testing organization that sets guidelines for dietary supplements. The nonprofit public health certification company is dedicated to investigating labels on health products and dietary supplements to test the efficacy and safety of the ingredients. The NSF also monitors manufacturing plants and facilities to ensure that each company meet rigorous audit requirements regarding the production of supplements.

This past June, Mannatech received certifications for it Ambrotose and Advanced Ambrotose products. The most recent certification came according to the NSF/ANSI 173 Dietary Supplement Supplement Standard, which is the only National Standard for dietary supplements.

Mannatech, needless to say, is very proud of this accomplishment and the company says that it will carry the NSF certification mark on all of their product labels. “Mannatech is committed to pursuing the highest standards of product quality and science. Not only did we earn NSF certification, but we ensure all our manufacturing partners adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, our industry’s standards for ensuring high quality products,” said Marika Berkley, vice president of global regulatory affairs and quality assurance for Mannatech. “Customers need to know that our products always meet these high standards and that they will never be compromised.”

“By obtaining certification for two additional products, Mannatech continues to demonstrate its dedication and commitment to excellence,” said Ed Wyszumiala, general manager of NSF’s dietary supplements programs.

Mannatech said that In the future they will continue to work with NSF to ensure that all of their current and future products meet the requirement to wear the NSF certification label.

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Mannatech has just announced that the company will soon add another country to their ever expanding family. The nutritional products company will expand into Singapore during the fourth quarter, 2008. Mannatech has had a great deal of success in the Asian Markets, and is looking forward to its newest expansion project.

Singapore is a leading developer and provider of skin care products and dietary and nutritional supplements. It was an easy and obvious choice for the company to expand into the country. Among the initial product offerings will be the company’s premier product, Advanced Ambrotose, in capsules and powders, MannaMatrix multi vitamin and mineral supplements and the PhytoMatrix caplets.

Until a new director for Singapore is announced, business in the country will be operated and managed from the company’s Australian headquarters. Mannatech expects their Singapore office to officially open during the first half of 2009.

Wayne Badovinus, President and CEO of Mannatech is looking forward to the company’s newest project, “Given our track record for global expansion success, we are looking forward to entering the Singapore market where we know there is already an interest in Mannatech products.”Opening in Singapore is a natural progression for Mannatech since we have had success in numerous Asian markets. Singapore’s culture and traditions relative to personal health align well with Mannatech’s emphasis on the combination of optimal health and financial wellness.”

Singapore has a great reputation in the direct selling industry. 11 percent of the populations, more than 500,000 people, are involved in direct selling. In the last few years, the total value of the direct sales industry was reported to be over $300 million dollars.

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