As experienced nutraceutical contract manufacturers our expertise spans every aspect of tablet supplement manufacturing, from initial formulation through final packaging and fulfillment. As a leading tablet supplement manufacturer, we understand the unique requirements of the supplement industry.
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Tablet Manufacturing Minimum Orders and Lead Times
Minimum Order Quantities:
- 2,500 units of 60-count bottles
- 150,000 tablets for bulk packaging
Lead Time Expectations:
- First-time productions: 8 weeks
- Recurring productions: 6-8 weeks with proper planning
Effective planning considers seasonal demand fluctuations particularly during cold/flu season, back-to-school periods, and holiday gift-giving seasons. Raw material availability can impact lead times, particularly for natural flavoring and coloring systems.
Why Choose Tablet Manufacturing for Your Supplement Brand
Market Advantages of Tablet Supplements
Tablets dominate the supplement industry for compelling business reasons. They provide precise dosing that consumers trust, with each tablet delivering exactly the intended amount of active ingredients. This consistency builds brand reliability and reduces customer complaints about product variability.
The manufacturing efficiency of tablets tra
nslates directly to your bottom line. Production costs are typically 30-50% lower than gummies or softgels, while shipping costs decrease due to compact size and reduced weight. When choosing a tablet manufacturer, these cost advantages become critical competitive factors.
Cost-Effectiveness and Shelf Stability
Tablet manufacturing offers superior return on investment compared to other delivery forms. The extended shelf life—often 24-36 months—reduces inventory turnover concerns and allows for larger production runs that lower per-unit costs.
Storage requirements are minimal, with tablets requiring no refrigeration or special environmental controls. This simplicity reduces your warehousing costs and simplifies distribution logistics. Working with an experienced tablet supplement manufacturer ensures these benefits translate to your bottom line.
Consumer Preference and Convenience
Modern consumers appreciate the convenience tablets provide. They’re portable, don’t require measuring, and integrate seamlessly into daily routines. Research shows that 73% of supplement users prefer tablets for their ease of use and reliability.
The familiarity factor works in your favor—consumers understand tablets and trust their efficacy. This reduces the marketing effort needed to educate customers about your product format.
| Delivery Form | Shelf Life | Cost Efficiency | Dosage Accuracy | Consumer Preference | Manufacturing Complexity |
| Tablets | Excellent | High | Precise | High | Moderate |
| Capsules | Good | Moderate | Precise | High | Low |
| Gummies | Moderate | Low | Variable | Very High | High |
| Powders | Good | High | Variable | Low | Low |
| Liquids | Poor | Low | Precise | Moderate | High |
Comprehensive Tablet Manufacturing Process
Granulation – Foundation of Quality Tablets
Granulation serves as the cornerstone of effective tablet manufacturing. This critical process transforms raw powdered ingredients into uniform granules that compress consistently and deliver reliable results. Every experienced tablet manufacturer understands that granulation quality determines final product performance.
Wet granulation excels for formulations containing moisture-sensitive ingredients or those requiring enhanced binding. Our fluid bed granulators create granules with optimal flow properties and uniform moisture distribution.
Dry granulation works perfectly for heat-sensitive or moisture-sensitive formulations. This process uses mechanical compression to form granules without liquids, preserving ingredient integrity while achieving excellent compressibility.
Drying and Moisture Control
Precise moisture control determines tablet stability and performance. Our advanced drying systems maintain optimal moisture levels that prevent degradation while ensuring proper binding and compression characteristics.
Fluid bed drying provides uniform heat distribution and controlled moisture removal. This gentle process preserves ingredient potency while achieving the exact moisture specifications your formulation requires.
Real-time moisture monitoring ensures consistent quality across every batch. Our systems continuously track moisture levels and adjust parameters automatically to maintain specifications.
Milling and Particle Size Control
Particle size directly impacts tablet uniformity, dissolution, and bioavailability. Our precision milling equipment achieves exact particle size distributions that optimize both manufacturing efficiency and product performance.
Oscillating mills reduce particle size while maintaining ingredient integrity. This controlled process creates uniform particles that flow consistently through tablet presses and compress evenly.
Particle size analysis validates every batch meets specifications. Our testing protocols verify distribution patterns and identify any variations before production continues.
Blending for Consistency
Uniform blending ensures every tablet contains the exact ingredient ratios specified in your formulation. Our high-capacity blending systems achieve homogeneous mixtures that translate to consistent potency across your entire production run.
V-blenders and ribbon blenders handle different powder characteristics effectively. Selection depends on your specific formulation properties, with each system optimized for particular ingredient combinations.
Blend uniformity testing validates mixing effectiveness before compression begins. Our protocols verify ingredient distribution meets pharmaceutical standards for content uniformity.
Compression Technology
State-of-the-art tablet presses transform blended granules into finished tablets with precise weight, hardness, and thickness specifications. Our equipment handles production volumes from small batches to millions of tablets efficiently.
Weight control systems ensure each tablet meets exact specifications. Real-time monitoring detects variations and adjusts compression parameters automatically to maintain consistency.
Hardness testing validates tablet integrity throughout production. Our protocols ensure tablets maintain structural integrity during packaging and shipping while dissolving properly when consumed.
Coating Applications
Tablet coating serves multiple functions—from improving appearance and swallowability to providing controlled release or stomach acid protection. Our coating capabilities enhance both functionality and market appeal.
Film coating creates smooth, attractive surfaces that improve swallowing while protecting against moisture and light degradation. This process enhances shelf stability and consumer acceptance.
Enteric coating provides targeted release in the small intestine, protecting sensitive ingredients from stomach acid while ensuring optimal absorption. This specialized coating opens new formulation possibilities for your products.
Understanding the role of different tablet components helps optimize formulation decisions:
| Excipient Type | Function | Common Examples | Typical % Range |
| Binders | Hold tablet together | PVP, HPMC | 2-10% |
| Fillers | Add bulk/weight | Microcrystalline cellulose | 20-80% |
| Disintegrants | Help tablet break apart | Croscarmellose sodium | 2-8% |
| Lubricants | Prevent sticking | Magnesium stearate | 0.5-2% |
| Manufacturing Step | Duration | Key Quality Checks | Equipment Used |
| Granulation | 4-8 hours | Particle size, moisture | Fluid bed granulators |
| Drying | 2-6 hours | LOD testing | Fluid bed dryers |
| Milling | 1-3 hours | Particle distribution | Oscillating mills |
| Blending | 2-4 hours | Blend uniformity | V-blenders, Ribbon blenders |
| Compression | 6-12 hours | Weight, hardness, thickness | Rotary tablet presses |
| Coating | 3-8 hours | Coating thickness, appearance | Pan coaters |
Specialized Tablet Manufacturing Types
Chewable Tablet Manufacturing
Chewable tablets expand your market reach by serving consumers who struggle with swallowing traditional tablets. Our formulation expertise creates pleasant-tasting, properly textured chewables that deliver active ingredients effectively. As a specialized tablet manufacturer, we understand the unique challenges of chewable formulations.
Flavor customization capabilities include natural and artificial options that mask bitter ingredients while providing enjoyable taste experiences. Our flavoring specialists work with your preferences to achieve optimal palatability.
Texture optimization ensures proper chewing characteristics without grittiness or unpleasant mouthfeel. This balance requires precise excipient selection and processing parameters.
Effervescent Tablet Manufacturing
Effervescent tablets offer rapid absorption and enhanced bioavailability through dissolution in water. This format appeals to consumers seeking fast-acting supplements with improved taste profiles. As a specialized tablet supplement manufacturer, we handle the complex requirements of effervescent formulations.
Specialized granulation techniques handle the moisture-sensitive nature of effervescent formulations. Our controlled-environment processing prevents premature reactions while maintaining ingredient stability.
Packaging considerations include moisture-resistant containers and desiccant systems that preserve product quality throughout shelf life. Our packaging expertise ensures product integrity from manufacturing to consumption.
Oral Disintegrating Tablets (ODT)
ODT technology provides convenience for consumers who prefer not to swallow tablets or lack access to water. These tablets dissolve rapidly in the mouth, typically within 30-60 seconds.
Fast-melt technology uses specialized excipients and processing techniques that create tablets with rapid disintegration properties while maintaining structural integrity during handling.
Disintegration testing validates performance meets specifications for dissolution time and mouthfeel. Our protocols ensure consistent performance across production batches.
Enteric-Coated Tablets
Enteric coating protects sensitive ingredients from stomach acid degradation while ensuring release in the small intestine where absorption occurs optimally. This technology maximizes ingredient bioavailability and efficacy.
Stomach acid protection preserves probiotics, enzymes, and other acid-sensitive compounds that would otherwise lose potency during gastric transit.
Specialized coating systems apply precise coating weights that provide reliable acid resistance while ensuring proper dissolution in intestinal conditions.
Time-Release and Extended-Release Tablets
Controlled-release technology extends ingredient delivery over predetermined timeframes, reducing dosing frequency while maintaining therapeutic levels. This convenience factor enhances consumer compliance and satisfaction.
Matrix tablet technology embeds active ingredients in controlled-release polymers that regulate dissolution rates. This approach provides consistent ingredient release profiles.
Bioavailability optimization ensures extended-release formulations deliver ingredients as effectively as immediate-release alternatives while providing convenience benefits.
Tablet Customization Options
Shape and Size Variations
Tablet shape impacts both functionality and brand identity. Standard round tablets offer cost-effective production, while custom shapes create distinctive brand recognition that sets your products apart in crowded markets.
Oval and caplet shapes facilitate swallowing for larger tablets containing multiple ingredients. These elongated formats reduce choking concerns while accommodating higher ingredient loads.
Size optimization considers target demographics and dosing requirements. Smaller tablets appeal to children and seniors, while larger formats accommodate comprehensive formulations.
Coating and Appearance Options
Color coating systems create visual brand identity while providing functional benefits. Our capabilities include standard colors, custom color matching, and specialized effects that enhance shelf appeal.
Logo embossing capabilities add professional branding directly to tablet surfaces. This permanent identification builds brand recognition and provides anti-counterfeiting benefits.
Aesthetic customization extends to surface finishes, from high-gloss to matte appearances that align with your brand image and market positioning.
Dosage Form Flexibility
Multi-layer tablets enable combination formulations with different release profiles or incompatible ingredients. This advanced technology expands formulation possibilities while maintaining single-tablet convenience.
Combination formulations reduce consumer pill burden by combining multiple nutrients or functional ingredients in single tablets. This approach improves compliance while reducing packaging costs.
Dual-release profiles provide both immediate and extended release of different ingredients within single tablets, optimizing absorption timing for enhanced efficacy.
| Shape | Best Use Cases | Consumer Benefits | Production Considerations |
| Round | General supplements | Easy to swallow | Standard tooling |
| Oval/Caplet | Large dose requirements | Easier swallowing than round | Custom tooling |
| Oblong | Branding differentiation | Unique appearance | Specialized dies |
| Split tablets | Dosage flexibility | Adjustable dosing | Score line tooling |
Alternative Supplement Delivery Forms We Manufacture
Custom Capsule Manufacturing
While tablets excel in many applications, certain formulations benefit from capsule delivery. Our comprehensive capsule manufacturers capabilities provide alternatives when tablets aren’t optimal for your specific formulation needs. As a full-service tablet supplement manufacturer, we offer complete delivery form flexibility.
Hard capsules accommodate powder blends, granules, and small tablets, offering flexibility for complex formulations. Size and color options enable brand customization while maintaining manufacturing efficiency.
Soft capsules excel for oil-based ingredients and liquid formulations that require precise dosing. This format provides enhanced bioavailability for fat-soluble vitamins and specialized compounds.
Powder Manufacturing Services
Powder supplements offer versatility for consumers who prefer mixing with beverages or foods. Our powder manufacturers expertise includes bulk powders and convenient single-serving formats.
Stick pack formats provide precise dosing with enhanced portability. These convenient packages appeal to active consumers who need supplements on-the-go.
Flavor customization transforms bitter or unpalatable ingredients into enjoyable supplement experiences that encourage consistent use.
Gummy Supplement Manufacturing
Gummy supplements continue gaining popularity, especially among younger demographics and those who struggle with traditional tablets. Our vitamin gummy manufacturer capabilities create appealing alternatives when tablets aren’t suitable.
Sugar-free options expand market reach to health-conscious consumers and diabetics who want supplement benefits without sugar concerns.
Texture and flavor optimization creates enjoyable experiences that feel more like treats than medicine, improving compliance rates significantly.
Softgel Manufacturing
Softgel technology excels for oil-based formulations and ingredients requiring enhanced bioavailability. Our softgel manufacturing services complement tablet offerings for comprehensive product lines.
Specialized encapsulation protects sensitive oils and provides precise dosing for liquid ingredients that tablets cannot accommodate effectively.
Enhanced absorption rates make softgels ideal for fat-soluble vitamins and omega fatty acids that benefit from lipid-based delivery systems.
Liquid Supplement Manufacturing
Liquid supplements offer rapid absorption and dosing flexibility that appeals to specific consumer segments. Our liquid supplement manufacturer capabilities include tinctures, syrups, and beverage formats.
Tincture formats provide concentrated delivery with dropper convenience for precise dosing control. This format works well for herbal extracts and specialty compounds.
Beverage formats create enjoyable supplement experiences that integrate seamlessly into daily routines, especially for hydration-focused formulations.
Research & Development Services
Custom Supplement Development
Successful tablet manufacturing begins with expert formulation development. Our custom supplement development team transforms your product concepts into commercially viable formulations that meet market demands.
Ingredient optimization balances efficacy, stability, and cost considerations to create formulations that perform well while maintaining profitable margins.
Market research insights guide formulation decisions, ensuring your products align with consumer preferences and regulatory requirements.
Custom Supplement Formulation
Proprietary formulations differentiate your brand in competitive markets. Our supplement formulation expertise creates unique combinations that provide competitive advantages.
Bioavailability enhancement techniques maximize ingredient absorption and efficacy, ensuring your products deliver promised benefits effectively.
Stability testing validates formulation performance throughout shelf life, preventing costly product failures and customer dissatisfaction.
Supplement Flavoring
Taste masking transforms bitter or unpalatable ingredients into pleasant supplement experiences. Our supplement flavoring specialists create appealing taste profiles that encourage consistent use.
Natural flavor options align with clean label trends while providing effective taste masking for challenging ingredients.
Flavor system optimization ensures taste remains consistent throughout product shelf life without affecting ingredient stability or potency.
Packaging and Branding Solutions
Supplement Packaging Options
Professional packaging protects product integrity while building brand recognition. Our comprehensive supplement packaging capabilities include bottles, jars, blister packs, and specialized containers.
Bottle selection considers product protection, consumer convenience, and cost optimization. Options range from economical plastic bottles to premium glass containers that enhance perceived value.
Child-resistant closures meet safety requirements while maintaining accessibility for adult consumers. Tamper-evident features provide additional security and consumer confidence.
Tablets in various blister packaging options
Supplement Label Design
Compliant labeling builds consumer trust while meeting regulatory requirements. Our supplement label design services create attractive labels that communicate product benefits effectively.
Brand identity integration ensures packaging aligns with your overall marketing strategy while standing out on crowded retail shelves.
Regulatory compliance expertise prevents costly labeling errors that could delay product launches or trigger regulatory issues.
Supplement Label Printing
High-quality printing reflects product quality and builds brand credibility. Our supplement label printing services provide professional results that enhance market appeal.
Durable materials withstand shipping and storage conditions while maintaining readability and appearance throughout product life.
Color accuracy ensures consistent brand representation across production runs and packaging variations.
| Packaging Type | Minimum Order | Lead Time | Best Applications |
| Plastic Bottles | 2,500 units | 1-2 weeks | Standard retail |
| Glass Bottles | 2,500 units | 1-2 weeks | Premium products |
| Blister Packs | 2,500 units | 1-2 weeks | Single-dose convenience |
| Pouches/Sachets | 2,500 units | 1-2 weeks | Sample sizes |
Quality Assurance and Certifications
GMP Certification Standards
Good Manufacturing Practices ensure consistent quality and safety throughout production. Our GMP-certified facilities maintain rigorous standards that protect both your brand reputation and consumer safety. When evaluating any tablet manufacturer, GMP certification should be a non-negotiable requirement.
Standard Operating Procedures govern every aspect of production, from raw material receiving through final product release. These documented processes ensure repeatability and quality consistency.
Batch record documentation provides complete traceability for every production run, supporting regulatory compliance and quality investigations when needed.
NSF International Certification
NSF certification demonstrates commitment to quality and safety standards that exceed minimum regulatory requirements. This third-party validation provides additional credibility for your products.
Independent audits verify our processes meet stringent NSF standards for facility design, equipment maintenance, personnel training, and quality systems.
Consumer recognition of NSF certification enhances product credibility and may provide competitive advantages in quality-conscious market segments.
Organic, Kosher, and Halal Certifications
Specialized certifications expand market reach to consumers with specific dietary requirements. Our facility maintains multiple certifications that enable production of compliant products.
Organic certification supports clean label positioning while meeting growing consumer demand for natural products free from synthetic additives.
Religious certifications (Kosher and Halal) access important market segments that require specific handling and ingredient sourcing protocols. These certifications demonstrate our commitment to serving diverse consumer needs as a responsible tablet supplement manufacturer.
Third-Party Testing Protocols
Independent testing validates product quality and potency while building consumer confidence. Our testing protocols exceed industry standards for comprehensive quality assurance.
Microbiological testing ensures product safety by detecting harmful bacteria, yeast, and mold that could compromise consumer health.
Heavy metals testing protects against contamination that could pose health risks or trigger regulatory issues. Our testing covers lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic.
For comprehensive information about our quality systems and certifications, visit our supplement certifications page.
Fulfillment and Distribution Services
Warehousing Solutions
Integrated warehousing eliminates the complexity of managing multiple vendor relationships while ensuring product integrity throughout storage. Our climate-controlled facilities protect tablet quality during storage periods.
Inventory management systems track stock levels and expiration dates automatically, preventing stockouts and ensuring product freshness for your customers.
Scalable storage capacity accommodates business growth without requiring facility changes or service interruptions.
Pick and Pack Services
Efficient fulfillment operations ensure accurate, timely order processing that meets customer expectations. Our pick and pack services handle individual consumer orders and wholesale shipments efficiently.
Quality control procedures verify order accuracy before shipping, reducing returns and customer service issues that impact brand reputation.
Flexible fulfillment options accommodate various shipping requirements, from standard ground delivery to expedited shipping for urgent orders.
Shipping and Distribution
Strategic shipping partnerships provide cost-effective delivery options while maintaining reliable service levels. Our distribution network reaches customers efficiently across North America.
Tracking integration provides real-time shipment visibility that enhances customer satisfaction and reduces inquiry volume for your customer service team.
Packaging optimization reduces shipping costs while ensuring product protection during transit, improving your profit margins.
Platform Integration Capabilities
E-commerce integration streamlines order processing and inventory management across multiple sales channels. Our systems connect with major platforms to automate fulfillment operations.
Real-time inventory updates prevent overselling while ensuring accurate stock level reporting across all sales channels.
For detailed information about our fulfillment capabilities, explore our supplement fulfillment services.
Superior Supplement Manufacturing as Your Tablet Supplement Manufacturer
Minimum Order Requirements
Our tablet manufacturing accommodates businesses at various growth stages with practical minimum orders. For tablets, you can start with just 2,500 units of 60-count bottles or 150,000 tablets in bulk format.
Flexible order sizing allows you to test market demand without excessive inventory investment while maintaining cost-effective production economics.
Bulk packaging options reduce per-unit costs for established products while bottle packaging provides retail-ready convenience for new market entries.
Lead Times and Production Scheduling
Efficient project management ensures predictable delivery schedules that support your market launch timing. First-time tablet manufacturing orders typically complete within 8-10 weeks from final formulation approval.
Recurring production benefits from streamlined processes and established specifications, reducing lead times to just 6-8 weeks with proper planning and inventory forecasting.
Production scheduling accommodates seasonal demand patterns and promotional timing to optimize your market success and inventory management.
Partnership Approach
Collaborative relationships drive mutual success through shared expertise and aligned goals. Our team becomes an extension of your organization, providing insights and support that enhance your competitive position. The right tablet manufacturer partnership extends far beyond basic production services.
End-to-end support eliminates the complexity of managing multiple vendors while ensuring seamless project execution from concept through final delivery.
Industry expertise guides decision-making throughout the development process, helping you avoid common pitfalls while optimizing formulation and packaging choices.
Industry Trends in Tablet Manufacturing
Clean Label Movement
According to the International Food Information Council (IFIC) 2023 Food & Health Survey, 73% of consumers say they are trying to choose foods made with simple, recognizable ingredients, and 70% are trying to avoid artificial ingredients.
Natural excipient alternatives provide functionality while meeting clean label expectations. Our formulation expertise identifies effective natural alternatives that maintain tablet performance.
Transparent labeling builds consumer trust by clearly communicating ingredient purposes and sources, supporting premium positioning strategies.
Personalized Nutrition Trends
Customized formulations address individual health needs and preferences, creating opportunities for targeted product development. This trend supports higher margins through specialized positioning. An innovative tablet supplement manufacturer stays ahead of these personalization trends.
Biomarker-based formulations use genetic and nutritional testing results to guide ingredient selection and dosing recommendations.
Demographic targeting creates products optimized for specific age groups, gender, or health conditions, enabling focused marketing strategies.
Sustainable Packaging Innovations
Marine Biodiversity research has found that 66% of global consumers are willing to pay more for products and services from companies committed to positive social and environmental impact.
Recyclable packaging materials reduce environmental impact while appealing to eco-conscious consumers who increasingly influence market trends.
Reduced packaging waste through optimized sizing and minimal packaging approaches align with sustainability goals while potentially reducing costs.
Advanced Coating Technologies
Functional coatings enhance product performance beyond basic protection and aesthetics. Time-release coatings, enteric protection, and taste masking continue advancing tablet capabilities.
Smart coating systems respond to physiological conditions for targeted ingredient release, improving bioavailability and reducing side effects.
Combination coatings provide multiple benefits simultaneously, such as moisture protection with time-release functionality in single coating applications.
Getting Started with Your Tablet Manufacturing Project
Initial Consultation Process
Every successful tablet manufacturing project begins with understanding your goals, target market, and formulation requirements. Our consultation process identifies opportunities and challenges that guide project planning. Choosing the right tablet manufacturer starts with comprehensive project assessment.
Market analysis helps position your product competitively while identifying differentiation opportunities that support premium pricing and market share growth.
Formulation feasibility assessment ensures your concept translates into manufacturable products that meet quality, stability, and cost targets.
Formulation Development
Expert formulation transforms your product concept into optimized tablet designs that balance efficacy, stability, manufacturability, and cost considerations. A skilled tablet supplement manufacturer ensures these factors work together for market success.
Ingredient sourcing leverages our supplier relationships to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices while ensuring reliable supply chain support.
Prototype development validates formulation performance through accelerated stability testing and consumer acceptance evaluation.
Production Planning and Timelines
Detailed project timelines coordinate all manufacturing activities to ensure on-time delivery that supports your market launch schedule.
Quality milestone reviews validate progress and identify any adjustments needed to maintain project schedule and quality objectives.
Risk management planning identifies potential challenges and develops contingency strategies that prevent project delays or quality issues.
Ready to transform your tablet supplement concept into market-ready products? Our experienced team provides the expertise and capabilities needed to bring your vision to life efficiently and cost-effectively. As your trusted tablet manufacturer partner, Superior Supplement Manufacturing delivers comprehensive services that accelerate your product development success. Contact us today to discuss your tablet manufacturing requirements and discover how our proven capabilities can support your business growth.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tablet Supplement Manufacturing
Our MOQ is 250,000 tablets or 2,500 units (60-count).
More raw material can fit into a tablet than in a capsule. Around 2,000 mg of material can fit into a tablet; however, that would be a very large, difficult to swallow tablet. Please refer to the “Solid Dose Size Chart” above.
Oils and some hard-to compress ingredients, although these are rare.
In general, the type of delivery form that is optimal for your product will depend on the formula. For instance, tablets will work best for formulations that require more ingredients than will typically fit in a capsule. It will also depend on how the ingredients will be consumed. Chewables typically require tablet form, while delayed-release can be produced in capsules or tablets, depending on the formula. Ask to speak with one of our Account Executives today to discuss the best delivery form for your product.
You may have noticed that some tablets have an indented line down the center – that line is known as a “score”. Scoring makes it easier to break the tablet into smaller doses. Without the score it is more difficult for consumers to ensure they are breaking the tablet into equal doses.
There is a wide variety of tablet scoring options. One of our Account Executives can help you with finding the best option for your product.
Enteric coating is a polymer barrier used to coat tablets to prevent them from prematurely dissolving in the stomach. The contents can then travel to the small intestines where they are dissolved and absorbed. Keep in mind that this type of coating can form a cloudy film over the tablet that some customers may find off-putting.
Enteric coating is not typically required for capsules due to the ability to design them to dissolve in the intestines.
Yes, please let our Account Executives know your specific needs.
Yes, we can. Talk to one of our Account Executives for details.
It is possible to produce most colors in tablet form. However, there are some limitations. For instance, shiny colors tend to be a challenge due to the surface texture of the tablet.
Oxidation can cause tablets to change color over time, gaining a tint or developing small spots.
Yes we can.
Both plastic and glass bottles have benefits. Glass is sturdier and can provide better protection for tablets under certain environmental conditions. Plastic containers are quite common, durable, and easier to transport and store. Call to speak with one of our Account Executives today about your specific product needs.
Granulation is a process that makes the powder form of ingredients larger so they’re easier to press into tablet form.
Wet granulation uses a volatile, non-toxic solvent to make ingredients easier to compress into tablet form. The solvent is typically removed through drying and can increase the product’s shelf life.
Environmental factors can influence stability. Time, moisture, temperature, storage conditions, etc., can lead to tablet breakdown. Storing your product under the proper conditions is an important aspect to maintaining the integrity of the product.
We carry a few high-end stock tablet formulas. These products meet some of the highest quality standards in the industry.
Tablets aren’t generally printed. However, you can get custom punches that include emblems/logos.
Standard shapes are round and oval. The size of the tablet will vary depending on the amount of raw materials. Custom tablet punches are available as well.
Yes, we can manufacture both delayed/sustained-release tablets.
We can produce chewable tablets with a variety of flavor options.
There are several ways to mask foul smelling ingredients, however some ingredients have off-putting or strong odors that cannot be avoided. Ask to speak with one of our Account Executives today to discuss the specific needs of your product.
Excipients serve numerous purposes in the manufacturing process. Some excipients ensure the table can be compressed. Other excipients help ingredients flow through machines, allowing for smoother manufacturing.
There is a wide variety, including magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, and stearic acid, to name a few.
It is very rare that a tablet can be manufactured without excipients, due to the binders necessary to help the tablet compress.
Bottles, jars, bags, sachets, blisters, and bulk.
Typical bottle sizes are 100cc to 500cc, depending on the number and size of tablets.
The manufacturer will need to do a pilot run in order to determine the amount of excipients needed to allow the tablet to compress.
We do not offer custom label design in-house, however, we have a few designers we work with that we can introduce you to.
