Model: Sizes 00 – 4 (#0 – #4), color & print options
Benelabo plant-based empty capsules are non-animal-origin two-piece capsules with moisture content as low as 3% — versus 13–16% in gelatin — produced on fully servo-controlled lines with a 99.9% first-pass product qualification rate, so your filling line runs and your moisture-sensitive actives stay stable.
Highlights
Plant-shell equilibrium moisture far below gelatin limits water migration into hygroscopic fills — probiotics, enzymes and herbal extracts keep potency.
No preservatives, no EO residue; no protein or amino acids — no cross-linking risk, no bacterial recontamination pathway.
Fully servo dipping lines deliver uniform, glossy shells; machinability is proven by your own filling trial before any commitment.
Non-animal origin for vegan, halal and kosher products; four routes (seaweed polysaccharide, HPMC, starch, pullulan) matched to your formula.
Applications
- Probiotic and enzyme supplements
- Herbal extract capsules
- Pharmaceutical fills with hygroscopic APIs
- Clean-label and religious-diet products
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Full Specifications
| Attribute | Benelabo vegetable capsule | Gelatin reference | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | as low as 3% | 13–16% | Manufacturer spec |
| Origin | Plant, non-animal | Bovine/porcine | Manufacturer spec |
| Cross-linking risk | None | Known with aldehydic actives | Manufacturer spec |
| Preservatives / EO residue | None | — | Manufacturer spec |
| Starch route (2nd gen) | Pilot complete, raw material ~50% below HPMC | — | Manufacturer spec |
How to Choose
Choose by fill, not by fashion: moisture-sensitive and probiotic fills take plant shells at ≤3% moisture (gelatin runs 13–16%); four routes — seaweed polysaccharide, HPMC, pullulan, plant starch — cover vegan, halal and kosher claims; sizes 00–4 with color and print options. Prove machinability in a 1,000-capsule filling trial.
- Sensitive fillsSeaweed polysaccharide · HPMC — ≤3% moisture, hygroscopic/probiotic duty
- Premium clean-labelPullulan — non-animal, transparent shell
- Cost-drivenPlant starch (2nd gen) — raw material ~50% below HPMC, pilot complete
Where this sits: Full size/volume data on the Capsule Size Chart; material science compared in Gelatin vs HPMC vs Starch.
Pain Points This Solves
Plant-shell equilibrium moisture far below gelatin limits water migration — shells at ≤3% keep probiotics and brittle vitamins stable.
Non-animal plant shells qualify for vegan, halal and kosher products — one capsule serves every regulatory route.
Servo-dipped uniform shells are proven by your own filling trial from 1,000 capsules — 99.9% first-pass qualification on matched tooling.
Ordering & Trade Details
| Item | How it works at Benelabo |
|---|---|
| Customization | Sizes 00–4, color options and print configured per order; full TDS (dimensions, weight, moisture) available on request. |
| Sampling | Filling trials from 1,000 capsules on your machine — machinability qualified before bulk orders. |
| Quotation & lead time | Send your machine model, process and capacity — engineers reply within 24 business hours; pricing and lead time are confirmed on the proforma invoice. |
| Payment & shipping | Payment terms and shipping Incoterms are agreed on the proforma invoice; export-grade packing with packing list and commercial invoice as standard. |
| Documentation | TDS and capsule certifications (FDA registration, HALAL, REACH) documented and available on request. |
How We Work
Send material, process and capacity — a named engineer replies within 24 business hours.
Fill your formulation in a 1,000-capsule trial; shell size, color and moisture are locked against your filling data.
Built and tested against the agreed spec — FAT evidence before shipment.
Export packing, installation guidance and spare-part supply from the same factory.
Request sizing & a quote for Vegetable Empty Capsules →
FAQ
What is the best alternative to gelatin capsules?
Plant-based vegetable capsules: no animal origin, no cross-linking, 2–8% moisture class (Benelabo as low as 3%), vegan/halal/kosher suitable.
Which capsules suit hygroscopic ingredients?
Low-moisture vegetable capsules — 3% shells limit water transfer into probiotics, enzymes and herbal extracts.
Can I get samples first?
Yes — trials from 1,000 or 5,000 capsules with a filling performance report, then tiered volume quotes.
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Ready to verify on your material?
Send your formulation and target spec — a test plan and quotation come back typically within one working day.