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What is a common application of cellulose capsules?
What is a common application of cellulose capsules?
- Cosmetic products
- Encapsulating pharmaceuticals (correct)
- Textile manufacturing
- Food packaging
What is a characteristic of vegan capsules?
What is a characteristic of vegan capsules?
- They are made from animal-derived materials
- They are made from plant-based materials (correct)
- They are used for pharmaceuticals only
- They are non-biodegradable
What is the purpose of plant-based coatings?
What is the purpose of plant-based coatings?
- To change the flavor of a supplement
- To improve the appearance and shelf life of a supplement (correct)
- To reduce the bioavailability of a supplement
- To increase the production cost of a supplement
What is a characteristic of starch capsules?
What is a characteristic of starch capsules?
What is a benefit of hypromellose capsules compared to gelatin capsules?
What is a benefit of hypromellose capsules compared to gelatin capsules?
What is a common source of cellulose used in cellulose capsules?
What is a common source of cellulose used in cellulose capsules?
What is the primary component of hypromellose capsules?
What is the primary component of hypromellose capsules?
What is a major advantage of hypromellose capsules over gelatin capsules?
What is a major advantage of hypromellose capsules over gelatin capsules?
What is a potential drawback of hypromellose capsules?
What is a potential drawback of hypromellose capsules?
What is a characteristic of hypromellose?
What is a characteristic of hypromellose?
What is the primary application of hypromellose capsules?
What is the primary application of hypromellose capsules?
What is involved in the manufacturing process of hypromellose capsules?
What is involved in the manufacturing process of hypromellose capsules?
What is a benefit of hypromellose capsules in terms of product differentiation?
What is a benefit of hypromellose capsules in terms of product differentiation?
What is a potential issue with hypromellose capsules?
What is a potential issue with hypromellose capsules?
Study Notes
Non-Gelatin Capsules
Vegan Capsules
- Made from plant-based materials, making them suitable for vegans and vegetarians
- Can be made from a variety of sources, including:
- Tapioca starch
- Potato starch
- Cornstarch
- Cellulose
- Often used for dietary supplements, vitamins, and minerals
Cellulose Capsules
- Made from plant fibers, typically wood pulp or cotton linters
- Cellulose is a natural, non-toxic, and biodegradable material
- Used for encapsulating pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, and vitamins
- Provides a neutral flavor and odor, making it suitable for a wide range of applications
Plant-based Coatings
- Used to coat capsules, tablets, or pills to improve:
- Appearance
- Shelf life
- Bioavailability
- Made from natural polymers, such as:
- Cellulose
- Starch
- Pectin
- Alginates
- Can be customized to provide specific release patterns or flavors
Starch Capsules
- Made from starch derived from plants, such as:
- Potato
- Corn
- Tapioca
- Starch is a natural, biodegradable, and non-toxic material
- Used for encapsulating pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, and vitamins
- Provides a neutral flavor and odor, making it suitable for a wide range of applications
Hypromellose Capsules
- Made from hypromellose, a semi-synthetic polymer derived from cellulose
- Used for encapsulating pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, and vitamins
- Provides a neutral flavor and odor, making it suitable for a wide range of applications
- Hypromellose is a popular alternative to gelatin due to its:
- High dissolution rate
- Low moisture content
- Stability in various environments
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Description
Discover the world of non-gelatin capsules made from plant-based materials. Learn about vegan-friendly options, cellulose capsules, starch capsules, and hypromellose capsules. Explore their benefits and applications in pharmaceuticals and supplements.
