At Shepherd Manuals, we create product manuals built from real product data, including:
Engineering drawings and BOMs
Product specifications and use cases
Production steps and manufacturer inputs
Verified third-party test reports when available
For regulated or higher-risk products, we can work alongside trusted testing partners such as Intertek so your documentation reflects verified compliance data.
Built for Importers, Manufacturers, and Growing Brands
We support:
Factories exporting to the United States
Importers managing multiple SKUs
Amazon and e-commerce brands scaling product lines
Our manuals are designed to:
Communicate safe and proper product use
Improve customer experience and reduce returns
Present your brand professionally across all sales channels
Support your broader compliance documentation process
Our Documentation Tiers
Tier 1 — Quick-Start Guide
$649 per SKU
Simple, clear documentation for low-complexity products.
Includes:
Product specifications
Bullet-point usage instructions
Basic care guidance
General safety notes
Tier 2 — Standard Instruction Manual
$1,299 per SKU
Complete manuals for everyday consumer products.
Includes:
Step-by-step usage instructions
Maintenance and care guidance
Structured safety section
Clean branded layout
Tier 3 — Enhanced Safety Manual
$2,599 per SKU
For products requiring detailed safety communication.
Includes everything in Tier 2, plus:
ANSI-style safety formatting
Hazard identification guidance
Safety hierarchy:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Built using:
Engineering inputs
Product use scenarios
Available product documentation
Tier 4 — Compliance Documentation Package
$4,599 per SKU
Comprehensive documentation for higher-liability or regulated products.
Includes everything in Tier 3, plus:
Integration of verified compliance data
Warranty section
Returns structure
Multilingual support available
Documentation aligned with retailer and importer expectations
Recommended for:
Higher-liability products
Regulated categories
Importers working with third-party labs
Brands preparing for U.S. market entry
Tier 4 Annual Factory Plans
For factories and exporters with recurring documentation needs.
Up to 10 SKUs per Year
$39,000 per year
Includes:
One revision per manual
Standardized formatting across SKUs
Branded print-ready PDF files
Integration of verified compliance data
$72,000 per year
Includes:
Up to 20 Tier 4 manuals annually
One revision per manual
Standardized formatting across SKUs
Branded print-ready PDF files
Integration of verified compliance data
What Clients Must Provide:
To begin work, clients must provide accurate product information.
Required inputs may include:
Product specifications
Manufacturer photos
Engineering drawings
Exploded diagrams
Bill of materials (BOM)
Production or assembly steps
Verified third-party test reports when applicable
Incomplete inputs may delay production timelines.
Scope and Revisions
One revision is included per manual per year
Additional revisions are billed separately
Highly complex products may require scope adjustment
Translation and multilingual versions are available as add-ons
Built From Real Data — Not Guesswork— Not Made UP, Real Data
We do not perform product testing or certification.
Instead, we:
Work directly from your engineering and production inputs
Incorporate verified third-party reports when provided
Structure documentation to align with U.S. expectations
This helps ensure your manuals are:
Accurate
Professional
Defensible
Why Choose Shepherd Manuals
Documentation built from real product data
Structured for clarity, safety, and usability
Consistent across all SKUs
Designed for importers and retailers
Scalable for growing manufacturers
Important Note
Product documentation is one part of overall market readiness.
Testing, certification, and regulatory requirements vary by product category.
Shepherd Manuals helps ensure your manuals accurately reflect your product while supporting your broader compliance process.