Element Bars

Element Bars – Your Partner in Custom Snack Manufacturing

Founded in 2008, Element Bars is a trusted contract manufacturer specializing in custom snack products. Operating out of a modern 50,000-square-foot facility on Chicago’s west side, the company features three state-of-the-art production lines built in 2020. With extensive experience in developing and producing bars, bites, balls, cookies, and more, Element Bars has helped dozens of brands bring hundreds of innovative products to market.

Element Bars offers a full suite of services—from turnkey product development to flexible a la carte solutions. Whether you’re starting from scratch or scaling an existing recipe, the team works collaboratively to streamline production and reduce time to market. Their in-house recipe library, aligned with key snack trends, makes it easy for clients to launch private label products efficiently.

Certified in SQF, USDA Organic, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Non-GMO, Element Bars combines clean manufacturing with expert support in sourcing, packaging, and heavy metals mitigation. Their goal is simple: to support your vision for a successful nutrition bar brand with quality, flexibility, and speed.