HPMC Vegetarian Capsules
Derived from plant cellulose, our HPMC shells contain no animal by-products, low moisture content (3-6%), and exceptional stability for hygroscopic herbs and botanical powders. Fully Halal, Kosher, and Vegan certified.
GMP Certified · Health Canada Licensed · US FDA Registered
Capsule Manufacturing — Q Nutritions
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Audited & Compliant Quality System
🇨🇦 Health Canada Site Licence 🇺🇸 US FDA Registered ✅ cGMP Compliant 🔬 ISO 17025 Tested 🌿 HPMC Vegetarian Verified ☪️ Halal Certified ✡️ Kosher Certified 📋 ISO 22000 Cleanroom
c-GMP & ISO 22000
80M+Monthly Capsule Filling Output
Technical Capability
High-Speed Hard-Shell Capsule Encapsulation & Precision Filling
Q Nutritions is a premier Canadian contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in precision hard-shell capsule encapsulation. Operating out of our Health Canada-licensed and US FDA-registered facilities in Mississauga, Ontario, we support global commercial supplement brands, clinical distributors, and pharmaceutical importers across 40+ international markets.
Our high-speed automated capsule filling machinery accommodates complex powder blends, botanical extracts, micro-pellets, and granules. Every encapsulation run adheres to stringent cGMP standards, featuring real-time gravimetric weight monitoring, automatic ejection of non-conforming capsules, and full analytical verification.
- Vegetarian HPMC & Bovine/Porcine Gelatin
- Sizes 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4
- Controlled-Humidity Probiotic Cleanrooms
- Targeted Delayed-Release & Enteric Options
- Custom Shell Color Matching & Imprinting
- Full Batch COA via ISO 17025 Accredited Testing
Formulation Expertise
Comprehensive Hard-Shell Solutions for Global Brands
Select the optimal capsule technology to meet your regional market regulations, consumer diet preferences, and target active release profiles.
Pharmaceutical Gelatin
High-clarity bovine or porcine gelatin shells offering cost-effective encapsulation, fast gastric breakdown, and smooth swallowability for standard vitamin, mineral, and amino acid formulations.
Enteric & Delayed-Release
Engineered to bypass stomach acidity, protecting acid-sensitive actives such as enzymes, probiotics, and SAMe, ensuring targeted delivery directly to the upper intestinal tract.
Probiotic & Live Culture Filling
Encapsulated inside environmentally controlled rooms maintained below 20% relative humidity. Combined with desiccated packaging and nitrogen purging to preserve guaranteed CFU shelf life.
Multi-Pellet & Beadlet Filling
Advanced dosing tech allowing dual-phase release profiles or visual separation of incompatible active ingredients by combining micro-pellets and powders within a single clear shell.
Custom Brand Aesthetics
Stand out on retail shelves with custom capsule color matching (Pantone matching), opaque or transparent shell combinations, and food-grade axial or radial logo printing.
Technical Specifications
Hard-Shell Capsule Sizing & Capacity Reference
Use our technical matrix to estimate target fill weights based on bulk powder tap density (grams per milliliter).
| Capsule Size | Volume (mL) | Fill Capacity (0.6 g/mL Density) | Fill Capacity (0.8 g/mL Density) | Fill Capacity (1.0 g/mL Density) | Recommended Applications |
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| Size 000 | 1.37 mL | 822 mg | 1096 mg | 1370 mg | High-dose meal replacements, sports powders, specialty fiber |
| Size 00 | 0.91 mL | 546 mg | 728 mg | 910 mg | Standard multivitamins, amino acids, herbal complexes, protein powders |
| Size 0 | 0.68 mL | 408 mg | 544 mg | 680 mg | Concentrated botanical extracts, minerals, mushroom blends |
| Size 1 | 0.50 mL | 300 mg | 400 mg | 500 mg | Nootropics, targeted vitamins, CoQ10, probiotic strains |
| Size 2 | 0.37 mL | 222 mg | 296 mg | 370 mg | High-potency micro-actives, specialized botanical extracts |
| Size 3 / 4 | 0.21–0.30 mL | 126–180 mg | 168–240 mg | 210–300 mg | Clinical pediatric formulas, veterinary supplements, trace minerals |
Manufacturing Integrity
Our 6-Stage cGMP Capsule Production Process
Rigorous quality gates ensure potency verification, zero cross-contamination, and strict adherence to specifications.
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Raw Material Testing
100% identity, purity, heavy metal, and micro testing on all raw materials via HPLC & ICP-MS prior to release.
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Precision Blending
Homogeneous powder blending using V-blenders and high-shear mixers under strict humidity and temperature controls.
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High-Speed Encapsulation
Automatic capsule filling featuring continuous weight checking and automated tamping pin adjustments for precision accuracy.
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De-dusting & Polishing
Finished capsules pass through rotary de-dusters and metal detectors to deliver flawless, dust-free shells.
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Quality Control Release
Disintegration, weight variation, dissolution, and assay testing performed by analytical laboratory personnel.
Global Quality & Compliance
Engineered for Strict Import Regulations Worldwide
We handle international export documentation so your products clear customs in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East without delay.
Health Canada Site Licensed
Manufactured under Natural Health Product (NHP) cGMP guidelines, providing an internationally recognized quality baseline.
US FDA Registered Facility
Compliant with 21 CFR Part 111 cGMP regulations for dietary supplements sold in the United States marketplace.
Batch Documentation Pack
Every order ships with complete batch records, Certificate of Analysis (COA), BSE/TSE-free declarations, and allergen statements.
International Trade Support
We issue Free Sale Certificates (FSC), Certificates of Origin (COO), and prepare technical dossiers for EU and GCC registration.
B2B Procurement FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Capsule Manufacturing
Direct technical answers from our contract manufacturing engineering team.
We manufacture capsules in standard sizes 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Shell material options include BSE/TSE-free gelatin (bovine or porcine), plant-derived HPMC (vegetarian), Pullulan, and specialized acid-resistant enteric shells. Custom colors and logo imprinting are available across all shell types.
Our standard commercial minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom capsule filling is 10,000 units. For pilot scale formulations, stability testing batches, or specialized market-validation runs, lower volumes can be accommodated upon technical evaluation by our formulation specialists.
Moisture-sensitive ingredients, active enzymes, and live probiotic cultures are processed within climate-controlled cleanrooms equipped with continuous dehumidification (below 20% RH). Finished capsules are packaged in HDPE bottles with induction seals and desiccants, or aluminum-aluminum blister packs with optional nitrogen purging.
Every commercial batch undergoes rigorous in-house and third-party ISO 17025 laboratory testing. Testing protocols cover active ingredient potency (HPLC/UV-Vis), heavy metals (ICP-MS for lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury), microbiological screening (total plate count, yeast/mold, E. coli, Salmonella), capsule weight uniformity, and disintegration time.
Yes. Our in-house regulatory affairs team assists with Health Canada NPN applications, US FDA Supplement Facts label reviews, EU Food Supplement directives, and GCC registration dossiers. We provide full export documentation including Free Sale Certificates and Certificates of Analysis with every shipment.
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