Nutraceutical capsules are vegetarian or gelatin shells filled with concentrated nutrients, herbs, or supplements designed to deliver targeted health benefits with easy administration.
Capsules are the most popular supplement format, accounting for 45% of the global supplement market because they’re easy to swallow, offer precise dosing, and have excellent shelf life (2-3 years).
Complete Nutraceutical Capsule Product List
| Sr. No. | Product Name | Pack Size |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DHA 10% , FOLIC ACID , VITAMIN B12 | 10 X 10 |
| 2 | FERROUS ASCORBATE (EQ. ELE. IRON) , FOLIC ACID , VIT B12 | 10 X 10 |
| 3 | FERROUS FUMERATE , FOLIC ACID , VIT B12 , ZINC SULPHATE | 10 X 10 |
| 4 | VITAMIN B12 , ALPHA LIPOIC ACID , VIT B1 , VIT B6 , FOLIC ACID | 10 X 10 |
| 5 | LYCOPENE 6% , VIT A , VIT E , VIT C , ZINC SULPHATE , SELENIUM | 10 X 10 |
| 6 | ANTIOXIDANT, MULTI-VITAMIN WITH MULTI MINERALS CAPS. VIT A , VIT B1 , VIT B12 , VIT B6 , ASCORBIC ACID , VIT D3 , CALCIUM D PANTOTHENATE, NIACINAMIDE , DIBASIC CALCIUM PHOSPHATE , FERROUS ASCORBATE , COPPER , IODINE , MAGNESIUM , MANGANESE , POTASSIUM , ZINC , SELENIUM , FOLIC ACID |
10 X 10 |
| 7 | MULTIVITAMIN WITH 4G FORMULA CAPSULE | 10 X 10 |
| 8 | OMEGA 3 FATTY ACID WITH MULTIVITAMIN | 10 X 10 |
| 9 | PRE-PRO BIOTIC CAPSULES | 10 X 10 |
| 10 | B-COMPLEX CAPSULES VIT B1 , VIT B2 , VIT B6 , NIACINAMIDE , FOLIC ACID , ZINC SULPHATE , VIT A , CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE , VIT E 10 |
10 X 10 |
| 11 | MULTIVITAMIN WITH CALCIUM ASCORBATE, WHEAT GERM OIL, PIPERINE | 10 X 10 |
| 12 | SPIRULINA WITH MULTIVITAMIN | 10 X 10 |
What Are Nutraceutical Capsules?
Nutraceutical capsules consist of two main components:
- Shell: Vegetarian (plant-based cellulose) or gelatin (animal-derived collagen)
- Fill: Powdered herbs, vitamins, minerals, extracts, amino acids, or proprietary.
Each capsule contains a measured dose of active ingredients, making compliance and dosage control simple for consumers.
Vegetarian vs. Gelatin Capsules:
| Aspect | Vegetarian | Gelatin |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Plant cellulose | Bovine/porcine collagen |
| Dissolution | Slower (10-15 min) | Fast (5-10 min) |
| Best For | Vegan products, premium brands | Cost-conscious brands |
| Shelf Life | Excellent (2-3 years) | Good (2-3 years) |
| Dietary | Vegan, Vegetarian | Non-vegan |
How Nutraceutical Capsules Are Made
Total Timeline: 40 days from raw materials to finished product
- Raw Material Selection & Testing (7 days)
- Formulation & Blending (5 days)
- Capsule Filling (8 Days Depending on Volume)
- Quality Control Testing (15 Days)
- Packaging & Labeling (5 Days)
- Source ingredients from verified suppliers
- Test for purity, potency, microbial contamination
- Confirm ingredient compatibility (will they work together?)
- Documentation: Certificates of Analysis (CoA) for each ingredient
- Mix active ingredients with excipients (fillers, binding agents)
- Verify blend homogeneity (even distribution)
- Stability testing for oxidation/degradation
- Feed powder into filling machine
- Machine fills, counts, and seals capsules
- Fill weight verification (±5% tolerance)
- Metal detection (ensure no contamination)
- Weight uniformity check
- Dissolution testing (confirm capsule breaks down properly)
- Content analysis (HPLC – verify potency)
- Microbial testing (Salmonella, E. coli, etc.)
- Heavy metal testing (As, Cd, Pb, Hg)
- Pack into bottles, blister packs, or pouches
- Apply labels with nutrition facts, warnings, usage
- Serial numbering for traceability
- Final inspection
Best Uses & Benefits
Why Capsules are Popular:
- Easy to Swallow – Smooth coating, small size
- Precise Dosing – Exactly measured amount
- Masks Taste – Hide bitter herbs/minerals
- Long Shelf Life – 2-3 years stability
- Professional Appearance – Premium positioning
- Customizable – Any formula possible
Capsules vs. Other Formats
Comparison: Which Format Wins?
| Factor | Capsules | Tablets | Soft Gels | Syrups |
| Easy to Swallow | Excellent | Good | Good | N/A |
| Taste/Flavor | None (masked) | Bitter | Minimal | Yes (flavored) |
| Absorption Speed | 10-15 min | 15-20 min | 5-10 min | 5-10 min |
| Shelf Life | 2-3 years | 2-3 years | 2-3 years | 2-3 years |
| Premium Feel | Yes | Mixed | Yes | No |
| Best For | General health | Cost-conscious | Oils/vitamins | Kids/convenience |
Winner: Capsules are best for most applications.
Manufacturing Timeline at Krishnam Biotech
Certifications We Hold
FAQs
Gelatin capsules are animal-derived (cow/pig collagen) and cost 30% less. Vegetarian capsules are plant-based, better for vegan products, and premium brands. Both have excellent shelf life; gelatin dissolves slightly faster.
Properly stored capsules last 2-3 years. Storage should be cool, dry, dark. Avoid heat and humidity which cause ingredient degradation. Check moisture content is below 5%.
Yes, but ingredients must be compatible (no reactions between them). We perform stability testing to ensure no reactions occur over time. Some ingredients can’t mix (e.g., wet + dry powders without proper ratio).
Standard MOQ is 5,000 units. For established formulas, we can sometimes go lower (2,000-3,000 units). Higher volumes (20K+, 50K+) qualify for significant discounts.
Size 1 is most common (300 mg capacity). Use Size 0 for potent ingredients (less volume needed). Use Size 2 for bulky ingredients requiring more space. We recommend Size 1 for most applications.
Not from their product (that’s reverse engineering, potentially illegal). But we can develop a similar formula with the same benefits using different ratios of ingredients. This is legal and common.
Ingredient sourcing, stability testing, regulatory review, 2-3 formula iterations based on your feedback, and production validation. Typically 4-6 weeks.
Yes, complete packaging solutions including design, printing, and fulfillment. Labels are customized for your target market (US FDA, EU, India FSSAI compliant).