Capsugel® Colorista® | Color Capsules

Colorista® capsules are a single solution for pharmaceutical formulation development. They offer the ability to test for compatibility and stability before deciding on a color for commercial drug products. Colorista® capsules are the perfect tool for pharmaceutical customers who are looking for flexible and time-efficient development of new products or generics.

Product Configurator

With Capsugel® Colorista®, you can progress with compatibility and stability testing before deciding on a color.

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Ideal for initiating compatibility trials before the final commercial color selection

Capsugel® Colorista® technology can provide a shorter development time for your product while offering flexibility before the final commercial color and print decision is made. As part of our R&D offer, Colorista® offers 160 extractable colors in gelatin and 50 extractable colors in HPMC. It is a single solution for early-stage development support and compatibility testing before deciding on the final color for commercial drug products.

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

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Product features

Fast development
Wide color and printing ink selection for future commercial product
Available in multiple sizes (in both gelatin and HPMC)
Solid functionality and performance
Supported by color lab services

Colorista® Capsules match many of the highest standards of leading pharmaceutical companies

Our NSF, FSSC 22000, and EXCiPACT certifications attest to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Learn the difference with our Kosher, Halal, BSE Compliant and GMP-certified capsules, which are crafted for optimal drug delivery.

Take advantage of our unrivalled color lab services

Our capsule application services experts will work with you to provide a customizable solution. Whether you need to quickly respond to changing global demand or enter new and emerging markets to stay competitive, our insight into regulatory compliance can help you achieve your goals.

Service features

Color development services to explore color preferences
Color proposal is assessed against applicable standards for the intended marketing regions
Quick turnaround for color gel strips in any combination
Combination of multiple inks as well as multiple colors

Meet functionality requirements across a multitude of applications

We offer specific solutions to help you in the drug development stage of your drug product. Whether you require support in selecting optimal dosage forms for complex compounds or wish to set your existing products apart, our team collaborates with you to identify the ideal dosage form that aligns perfectly with your specific requirements.

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