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What is the primary contribution of pork skin gelatin in the blends used for hard capsule production?
What is the primary contribution of pork skin gelatin in the blends used for hard capsule production?
- Reduces viscosity and weight
- Enhances plasticity and clarity (correct)
- Improves solubility and thermal stability
- Increases toughness and firmness
What characteristic does bone gelatin impart to the film produced for hard capsules?
What characteristic does bone gelatin impart to the film produced for hard capsules?
- It produces a tough, firm, but hazy and brittle film. (correct)
- It contributes high clarity and less brittle nature.
- It adds a slippery texture to the capsule.
- It increases the overall weight of the capsules considerably.
What is the significance of using 'green' bones in the production of Type B gelatin?
What is the significance of using 'green' bones in the production of Type B gelatin?
- They produce gelatins that are indistinguishable in practical use from those made from aged bones. (correct)
- They yield a gelatin of superior taste and aroma.
- They result in a lighter color of the gelatin produced.
- They require a different processing method compared to aged bones.
What modification is typically required when using green bones as a source of gelatin?
What modification is typically required when using green bones as a source of gelatin?
Which property of the gelatin in hard capsule production does NOT come from bone gelatin?
Which property of the gelatin in hard capsule production does NOT come from bone gelatin?
Flashcards
Gelatin for capsules
Gelatin for capsules
A blend of bone and pork skin gelatin used for creating hard capsules.
Bone gelatin
Bone gelatin
A tough, firm, but hazy and brittle gelatin used in capsules.
Pork skin gelatin
Pork skin gelatin
Contributes plasticity and clarity to capsule blends, reducing haze.
Green bone gelatin
Green bone gelatin
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Gel strength in capsules
Gel strength in capsules
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Study Notes
Gelatin Blends for Capsules
- Gelatin blends, high in gel strength, are used for hard capsule production.
- Bone gelatin creates a tough, firm film, but is hazy and brittle.
- Pork skin gelatin adds plasticity and clarity, reducing haze in capsules.
Recent Gelatin Developments
- Commercial use of "green" (fresh) bones for Type B gelatin production.
- Processing is similar to aged bones, requiring pretreatment for residue removal.
- Final gelatins are practically identical.
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