Nutra Formulations
Nutraceutical Advantage
Natural Range for Herbal and Dietary Formulations
Coating system based on plant-derived ingredients. Ideal for nutraceuticals, dietary supplements and herbal formulations. Fast soluble, clear coating, organic certified without artificial excipients or synthetic chemicals .
Improving the appearance and texture of nutritional supplements such as extracts, minerals or vitamins.
Compliant with FSSAI.
Key Advantages
Key Objectives in Nutraceutical Coatings
- Taste Masking: Essential for bitter herbal extracts, minerals, or amino acids.
- Odor Masking: For fish oils, garlic, and sulfur-containing actives.
- Moisture Protection: For hygroscopic ingredients like probiotics or plant enzymes.
- Appearance & Branding: High-gloss, vibrant natural colors using clean-label pigments.
- Stability & Shelf Life: Controlled release and protective coatings for actives sensitive to light, air, or stomach acid.
| Brand Name | Coating System | Polymer | Recon % | Optimal Weight Gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
COAT ICON ® NU |
Aqueous |
Sodium Alginate/ Hpmc/PVA |
11% |
2 – 4% |
|
COAT ICON® NC |
Stearic acid & HPMC combination or PVA & stearic acid combinations |
Natural Ingredients Focus
Colorants
Spirulina, beetroot, turmeric, chlorophyllin, anthocyanins
Polymers
HPMC, Alginates, Zein, Pullulan
Plasticizers
Glycerin, Sorbitol, PEG (non-synthetic options available)
Flavors
Mint, lemon, vanilla for outer coating
| Application Areas | Common Nutraceutical Coatings Needs |
|---|---|
|
Probiotics |
Moisture protection, enteric delivery |
|
Herbal Tablets |
Taste masking, gloss finish |
|
Multivitamins |
Color-coded branding, aesthetic appeal |
|
Protein/Amino Tabs |
Odor suppression, stability enhancement |
|
Digestive Enzymes |
Delayed or site-specific release |
Advantages
- Talc-free & Titanium Dioxide-free
- Odor Masking: For fish oils, garlic, and sulfur-containing actives.
- Moisture Protection: For hygroscopic ingredients like probiotics or plant enzymes.
- Appearance & Branding: High-gloss, vibrant natural colors using clean-label pigments.
- Stability & Shelf Life: Controlled release and protective coatings for actives sensitive to light, air, or stomach acid.
Compliance & Safety
• Meets international regulatory standards (USP, Ph. Eur.)• Designed with pharma-grade excipients only• Available in GMP-certified, validated formats