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OTC Hearing Aid Dividends: CADENZA OEM/ODM Strategy for CVS/Best Buy Expansion

CVS & Best Buy are expanding OTC hearing aids. B2B buyers: Act now! AUSTAR HEARING offers Wholesale, OEM, & ODM solutions with CADENZA's diverse product line to capture the explosive retail growth.

Retail Giants’ Strategic Expansion: The OTC Market is Settled

Since the FDA established the OTC hearing aid category, the market landscape has undergone a fundamental transformation. Market dynamics in October 2025 clearly indicate that channel expansion is accelerating:

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  • Mass Retailers as the New Battleground: Retail chains like CVS Pharmacy and Best Buy are not only stocking hearing aids but positioning them prominently, viewing them as a crucial healthcare category. This increased visibility significantly lowers consumer buying barriers.
  • Urgency from Channel Diversification: The shift from primarily clinic-based sales to online, pharmacy, and consumer electronics channels means market share is being rapidly redistributed. For wholesalers, e-commerce platforms, and private label retailers, this is the critical window to secure product supply and establish market dominance.
  • Data-Driven Procurement: Retail expansion is driven by the massive, unmet demand from adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss. B2B buyers must leverage this trend by adopting a multi-SKU strategy to cater to the distinct needs and price points of different retail environments.

CADENZA's B2B Competitive Edge: Enabling Rapid Market Penetration

CADENZA, backed by AUSTAR HEARING's 20+ years of manufacturing experience, offers B2B partners the tools necessary for rapid, high-quality market entry and sustained growth. We support various cooperation models designed to maximize your speed-to-market and product differentiation.

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CADENZA Hearing Aid Commercial Cooperation Models

Cooperation Model Target Client Core Value Proposition Time-to-Market Brand Control
Wholesale / Distribution Retailers, E-commerce Platforms Quick inventory access, flexible stock management Fastest (Ready-to-Ship) CADENZA Brand
OEM (Original Equipment Mfg.) Private Label Brands White-label production using proven molds Fast (Rapid Turnaround) Client's Private Brand
ODM (Original Design Mfg.) Brands Seeking Exclusive Products Deep customization of technology or design Medium (Requires Development) Client's Private Brand

Our product line covers all mainstream and popular form factors, from discreet CIC/ITC/ITE to mainstream BTE/RIC, ensuring procurement managers can select models that align perfectly with their target retail audience.

Call to Action: Partner Now to Secure Market Dividends

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Market opportunities are fleeting. The actions of retail giants signal an irreversible trend in OTC hearing accessibility. We urge B2B procurement leaders to make OTC market entry a strategic priority. Contact the AUSTAR HEARING/CADENZA team immediately to lock in and maximize the substantial market dividends through our flexible Wholesale, OEM, or ODM partnership structures.