What Are Empty Capsules?
Empty capsules are standardized, pharmaceutical-grade shells used to fill powders, granules, pellets, herbal extracts and nutraceutical formulations. They are widely used in pharmaceutical factories, nutraceutical brands, herbal supplement producers, and contract manufacturing facilities.
Tianhong supplies high-quality gelatin, vegetarian (HPMC) and enteric-coated empty capsules in a full range of sizes and colors to support both small-batch and large-scale production.
Types of Empty Capsules We Supply
1. Gelatin Empty Capsules
Made from high-quality bovine or porcine gelatin (BSE-free)
Smooth finish for consistent filling
Ideal for powders, granules, pellets
Cost-effective choice for mainstream pharmaceutical & nutraceutical use
2. Vegetarian / HPMC Empty Capsules
Made from Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC)
Suitable for vegetarian, vegan, halal and kosher products
Excellent stability in high humidity or temperature environments
Ideal for herbal extracts, sensitive ingredients and clean-label formulas
3. Enteric Empty Capsules
Designed to withstand stomach acid and dissolve in the intestine
Ideal for probiotics, enzymes, and pH-sensitive actives
Supports targeted release and improved absorption
Capsule Sizes & Color Options
Available Sizes: 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Size 000 / 00: For herbal powders, high-volume nutraceuticals
Size 0 / 1: Most popular for pharmaceutical & dietary supplements
Size 2 / 3 / 4 / 5: For smaller doses or pediatric applications
Color & Printing Options
Clear, natural, transparent
Single-color or dual-color capsules
Custom color matching & logo/brand printing (optional)
With or without banding / locking features
Applications of Empty Capsules
Empty gelatin and HPMC capsules are suitable for filling:
Pharmaceutical powders & APIs
Vitamins, minerals, nutraceutical blends
Herbal powders & botanical extracts
Essential oils and oily liquids (special inner coating available)
Granules, pellets, sustained-release beads
Health supplement formulas & custom blends
Our capsules are widely used in:
Pharmaceutical manufacturing plants
Nutritional supplement companies
Herbal medicine factories (Ayurvedic, TCM, natural health)
R&D laboratories and pilot production lines
Contract manufacturers (OEM/ODM)
Why Choose Tianhong Empty Capsules?
High Quality & Pharmaceutical Compliance
Made under GMP, ISO-certified production standards
Free from BSE/TSE, heavy metals and common contaminants
Consistent wall thickness and locking mechanism for smooth filling
Suitable for hard capsule filling machines (automatic & semi-automatic)
Bulk Supply & Flexible Customization
Large-volume production capacity
Multiple packaging options (bulk cartons, sterile bags, export-grade packaging)
Custom colors, printing, and special requirements available
Perfectly Compatible with Capsule Filling Machines
Our empty capsules are designed for reliable performance on:
Automatic Capsule Filling Machines
Semi-Automatic Capsule Filling Machines
Liquid Capsule Filling Machines
Capsule Polishing & Sorting Systems
Ensuring smooth operation and minimal rejection rate in high-speed production lines.
Need Bulk Empty Capsules or Customized Options?
Whether you need gelatin or vegetarian capsules, enteric types, custom colors, or capsules optimized for oils, pellets or herbal extracts, our team can recommend the best option based on your formulation and equipment.
Contact us for bulk pricing, samples, or technical support.
