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Gelatin MOQ Explained: Minimum Order Quantities for Purchaser
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Hard Capsule Gelatin: Specifications for Empty Capsule Manufacturers
Hard Capsule Gelatin: Specifications for Empty Capsule Manufacturers Two-piece hard capsules are widely used for pharmaceutical, supplement, and nutraceutical formulations in the form of powders, granules, pellets, and selected non-aqueous fills. Each capsule begins as ...Read more -
Soft Gelatin Capsules (Softgels): Formulation and Gelatin Requirements
Soft Gelatin Capsules (Softgels): Formulation and Gelatin Requirements July 29, 2026 6 min read Series: Softgel & Pharma Gelatin Pick up almost any fish-oil, vitamin-E, or supplement, and you are likely holding a soft gelatin capsule — a softgel....Read more -
How Is Edible Gelatin Made? From Raw Materials to Food-Grade Gelatin
How Is Edible Gelatin Made? From Raw Materials to Food-Grade Gelatin July 28, 2026 7 min read Series: Edible Gelatin Basics Walk down any supermarket aisle and you will find edible gelatin quietly holding together a surprising share of what we eat and take as ...Read more -
Edible Gelatin vs Agar Agar: Which Gelling Agent Should You Choose?
When you need to set a dessert, gummy, or dairy product, two names come up most often: edible gelatin and agar agar. Both form gels, but they are fundamentally different ingredients — and the "right" choice depends on your product, your process, and your consumers. Formu...Read more -
How to Choose a Gelatin Supplier: 10 Factors to Evaluate
For a food, pharmaceutical, or nutraceutical manufacturer, gelatin is rarely a line-item you can swap on price alone. The grade you receive directly determines your product's texture, stability, and shelf life — and a single off-spec batch can trigger recalls, line downt...Read more -
Pharmaceutical Gelatin 101: Grades, Standards and Applications
From the hard capsule that delivers your daily vitamin to the softgel that encapsulates omega-3 oil, pharmaceutical gelatin is one of the most widely used excipients in drug and supplement delivery. Yet for many pharma and nutraceutical buyers, the distinctions between g...Read more -
What Is Edible Gelatin? A Complete Guide for Food Manufacturers
If you formulate gummies, yogurts, marshmallows, or any product that needs a stable, appealing texture, edible gelatin is almost certainly on your ingredient list — or should be. Yet many food manufacturers source gelatin year after year without fully understanding what ...Read more -
How to Prevent Softgel Cross-Linking: A Guide for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
In the pharmaceutical and high-end nutraceutical industries, softgel capsules remain one of the most preferred dosage forms for delivering hydrophobic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fat-soluble vitamins, and specialized oils. However, softgel manufacturers fre...Read more -
Gelken at VITAFOODS Europe 2026
From May 5–7, Gelken participated in VITAFOODS Europe 2026 in Barcelona, joining professionals from across the global nutraceutical and functional ingredient industry. As one of the key international meeting points for health and nutrition markets, the exhibition provide...Read more -
Unlocking the Therapeutic Potential of Marine Collagen
Did you know that the global collagen market is projected to reach $6.5 billion by 2027, driven by the increasing demand for marine collagen? This remarkable ingredient is making waves in the beauty and personal care industry, providing a susta...Read more -
Hydrolyzed Collagen Type II: A Natural Nutrient for Joint and Skin Health
1. What is Hydrolyzed Collagen Type II? Hydrolyzed Collagen Type II is a vital category in the collagen family and the core component of human cartilage tissue. Excluding moisture, 55%-65% of human cartilage tissue is composed of type II collagen. It is...Read more
