Capsugel® Nutraceutical Plantcaps® Capsules

Proven in the nutraceutical market for more than 25 years, our transparent vegan Plantcaps® capsules provide excellent protection for oxygen sensitive ingredients, as well as powerful taste masking to maximize appeal in the healthy lifestyle market

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62% of supplement users prioritize non-GMO ingredients in their products

                                
                                                            Meets consumers’ priority product label claims including starch-free, gluten-free, preservative-free, vegetable origin and Non-GMO Project Verified

                                
                                                            “Made with organic” labeling allowed in the U.S. when filled with organic ingredients

A vegan capsule made from Pullulan, obtained by fermenting tapioca

Our Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules help nutraceutical brands satisfy growing consumer demand for plant-based products.

Designed for ease of formulation, Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules provide all the benefits of gelatin in a vegan capsule.

Featuring the best oxygen barrier properties of any vegan capsule material, Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules are developed using a patented formula that ensures robust performance with a wide range of ingredients.

Plus, they offer a disintegration profile equal to gelatin for immediate release application.

When it comes to filling performance, Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules are proven to be highly stable under accelerated aging conditions and offer excellent machinability on all capsule filling machines.

For technical and quality specifications, please refer to our technical reference file below.

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Product features

All the benefits of gelatin in a vegan capsule
Provides ease of formulation
Proven filling performance

Capsules that meet the highest regulatory standards and dietary requirements

Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules are certified to meet a range of dietary preferences and regulatory requirements. They are starch-free, gluten-free, preservative-free, of vegetal origin and Non-GMO Project Verified.

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Excipact
NSF
ISO
No preservatives
Allergen free
Halal certified
Non-GMO

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Our full suite of services turns ideas into breakthrough products. Whether you are looking for your next big idea, have a technical challenge, are looking to launch a new nutraceutical supplement brand, or need formulation or manufacturing support, our concept-to-market services help you launch your next product.

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Available in different designs
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Product manufacturing
Distribution and logistics
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Meet consumer requirements for plant-based nutraceutical products without compromising performance

Available for powder- or liquid-filling with a broad range of capsule sizes available, Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules are suitable for a wide range of nutraceutical applications.

The powerful taste masking capabilities of Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules as well as the oxygen protection inherent to pullulan nature make these capsules the perfect fit for oxygen-sensitive ingredients such as omega-3s, vitamin K and botanicals.

The formulation of Capsugel® Plantcaps® capsules — which allow for “Made with organic” labeling in the U.S. when filled with organic ingredients — can help nutraceutical brands appeal to the most discerning consumers.

And with a gelatin-like finish, customizable colors and printing options, our capsules provide unique market and brand differentiation.