Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus vegan HMPC capsules

Our Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus capsules make it easy to maximize market differentiation and consumer appeal.

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40% of supplement consumers look for ‘vegan’ citing the claim as an important purchasing factor2

11.3% CAGR for the vegan supplements market projected globally until 20301

50% of consumers prefer capsules making them the globally preferred dosage and offering brands a strategic edge in product design3

Demand for vegan supplements is soaring1

Consumers are increasingly choosing vegan products to support both their health, and the health of the planet. This opens opportunities for nutraceutical brands to widen their net and attract new consumer groups, but how can you capitalize on this growing trend while standing out in a crowded market?

Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus capsules offer creativity, performance, and a premium feel

Discover the broadest range of immediate release HPMC capsule colors on the market, including innovative food-colored and TiO2-free options.

Made from just color and HPMC—a cellulose-based material—our Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus vegan capsules are manufactured using a thermo-gelation process without secondary gelling agents. This enables gelatin-like release profiles and a glossy gelatin-like look, creating a premium feel for further brand differentiation and added value.

Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus capsules are designed for both performance and creativity—offering broad ingredient compatibility and a desired gelatin-like immediate release in a range of color options. Plus, the stable polymer structure of HPMC reduces the potential of cross-linking to allow excellent and consistent dissolution performance.

Want to unlock countless possibilities for your vegan immediate release formulations with just one capsule?

For technical and quality specifications, please refer to our Technical Reference File below.

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Product Features
  • Available in a broad range of capsule colors
  • Premium feel glossy finish
  • Broad ingredient compatibility
  • Excellent dissolution performance for immediate release applications

References:

1 Grand View Research. Report: Vegan Supplements Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Ingredient (Vitamins & Minerals, Protein Supplements), By Form (Capsules, Tablets), By Distribution Channel, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 – 2030. Available at: Vegan Supplements Market Size And Share Report, 2030 (grandviewresearch.com)
2 Lonza proprietary research
3 Ipsos. (2021). Omnibus survey on consumer preference [Unpublished data]

Vegan immediate release HPMC capsules made under the highest quality standards

Our HPMC for our Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus capsules is sustainably sourced**. Protecting the planet and prioritizing ethical manufacturing is a top priority for consumers and brands alike. That’s why we uphold the highest environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards for all our capsules***.

Our Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus capsules also align with broader consumer values and are suitable for use with organically labeled food supplements (in the EU).

** Supplier sustainability as assessed by Ecovadis
*** Compared to Lonza CHI portfolio

Product Features*
  • Vegan-Certified
  • Manufactured in facilities which are ISO 9001 certified 
  • Non-GMO Project verified 
  • Kosher certified 
  • Halal certified 

*Certifications may vary by site

Supporting your vegan supplement creativity from start-to-finish

Offering complete concept-to-market services, we guarantee your products are well-made and well-positioned within the vegan supplement market. From creating your perfect formulation with unique visual appeal, to getting your product on the shelves quickly, our experts can help you launch your next breakthrough vegan nutraceutical product.

With stock available and ready to go, we can help to get you to market fast—so you can meet rising demand from vegan consumers and outpace the competition.

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Service Features
  • Get to market faster 
  • Formulation expertise
  • Easily fill portfolio gaps
Deliver unmatched efficacy for immediate release applications

Open vast formulation possibilities with just one capsule. Our vegan HPMC Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus capsules offer broad ingredient compatibility, that sought-after glossy finish, consistent dissolution and immediate release of ingredients—without the need for gelatin or secondary gelling agents. Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus HPMC capsules are expertly designed to provide optimal performance—even in low humidity environments.

Designed for both powder and liquid filled applications, Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus capsules are our most versatile vegan capsule yet. Their low moisture content makes them ideal for a broad range of ingredients, as well as for trending hygroscopic ingredients like mushroom powders, meaning you can create unique formulations that resonate with in-demand health trends.

Product Features
  • Excellent dissolution performance
  • Broad ingredient compatibility
  • Ideal for multi-ingredient nutraceutical supplements
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Go Create! Unleash your creativity, capture consumer imagination, and develop standout vegan supplements with Capsugel® Vcaps® Plus HMPC capsules.

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