What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ) for capsules?

Capsule MOQ starts at 200,000 capsules. Exact figures depend on shell type, fill complexity, and packaging — share your target in the quote wizard for a precise figure.

Do you offer vegetarian (HPMC) capsules?

Yes. We run both traditional gelatin and vegetarian HPMC shells across all standard sizes (000 through 4), so you can match your positioning and dietary-claim needs.

How long does sampling take?

Representative capsule samples are usually ready in 2–3 weeks after formula sign-off, assuming all raw materials are in stock. Stability studies run on a longer timeline.

Do you offer formulation development?

Yes. Our R&D lab handles everything from adapting an existing formula to developing a new powder-fill blend — including bulk-density and flow optimisation for clean high-speed filling.

What certifications do you hold?

Our facility is FDA-registered and cGMP-certified. We also support Non-GMO, Made in USA, and other claim-driven documentation where your formula qualifies.

What is the typical lead time?

From formula approval to finished goods, standard capsule orders run roughly 6–10 weeks depending on volume, shell type, and lab queue. Rush scheduling is available — mention it in your quote request.

Capsule Manufacturing

Custom two-piece hard-capsule formulation, filling, and packaging — produced under cGMP discipline for supplement brands worldwide.

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What is capsule manufacturing?

Custom two-piece hard-capsule formulation, filling, and packaging — produced under cGMP discipline for supplement brands worldwide. Our Ontario facility runs fully automatic capsule filling lines handling powders, pellets, and liquids into two-piece hard shells. From high-potency single-actives to complex blends, every batch is processed under controlled conditions and third-party tested before release.

Daily capacity: Up to 92,000 bottles/day across capsule lines
MOQ: From 200,000 capsules (confirm for your shell & packaging)

Capsule Manufacturing Capabilities

Our Ontario facility runs fully automatic capsule filling lines handling powders, pellets, and liquids into two-piece hard shells. From high-potency single-actives to complex blends, every batch is processed under controlled conditions and third-party tested before release.

Shell sizes: 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 — gelatin and vegetarian (HPMC)
Fill types: Powders, granules, pellets, beads, and non-aqueous liquids
Daily capacity: Up to 92,000 bottles/day across capsule lines
MOQ: From 200,000 capsules (confirm for your shell & packaging)

Why partner with HiGO for capsules

Capsules deliver taste and odor masking, fast disintegration, and strong consumer perception of quality. We bring automatic filling, vegetarian shell options, and the formulation expertise to fill even difficult powders at high speed.

cGMP quality control

Every batch is documented end-to-end: raw-material COA, in-process weight checks, and finished-goods testing against your specification.

Powder-fill engineering

Our lab optimises bulk density and flow so even sticky or low-bulk actives fill cleanly at production speed.

Gelatin & vegetarian shells

Choose traditional gelatin or HPMC vegetarian capsules to match your positioning and dietary-claim needs.

Flexible MOQ

Pilot runs for first-to-market validation, scaling seamlessly to full-volume production on the same line.

Our capsule production process

Raw material inspection

Incoming actives and excipients verified against COA before release to production.

Blending

Powders blended to uniform dose distribution and optimised for capsule fill.

Capsule filling

Automatic filling machines dose powder, pellets, or liquid into two-piece shells.

Polishing & inspection

Filled capsules polished and optically sorted to remove dust, loose powder, and defects.

Weight verification

In-process statistical weight checks confirm dose uniformity throughout the run.

Visual inspection

Optical and manual sorting removes any out-of-spec capsules.

Packaging

Bottling, blistering, or sachet packing with your label and artwork applied.

Final QA & release

Finished-goods testing and documentation review before shipment.

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Capsule applications

Two-piece capsules are ideal for powdered actives, probiotics, and any ingredient where taste masking and rapid release matter.

Probiotics

Live cultures dosed and protected in controlled-fill shells.

Powdered botanicals

Herbal powders and extracts with reliable dose uniformity.

Sports nutrition

Pre-workout, amino acid, and protein-derived actives.

Specialty actives

Moisture-sensitive and high-potency compounds with barrier protection.