Not All Softgels Are the Same – Inside Our Range of Custom Molds and 100% Plant-Based Capsules

September 14, 2026 | CapsulesBiotech | 1 views
Not All Softgels Are the Same – Inside Our Range of Custom Molds and 100% Plant-Based Capsules

Walk into our production floor and you'll see something most factories don't have: over a dozen capsule molds, each capable of producing a distinct shape. Round. Oval. Teardrop. Olive. Tube. Heart. Sunflower. Cylinder. Racket. And more. Every mold represents a different way for your brand to stand out.

Why Shape Matters

In a crowded market, the capsule is the first thing a consumer sees. A unique shape signals innovation and premium quality before the product is even opened. It also serves a functional purpose — tube shapes are easier to grip, olive shapes evoke natural ingredients, heart shapes suggest self-care and gifting.

Custom Molds Are Available

Don't see the shape you want? We can develop new molds based on your design. From logo silhouettes to geometric patterns, our engineering team works with you to bring a unique shape to life. Custom mold development typically takes a few weeks, after which production runs smoothly at scale.

Colour and Finish Options

Shape is only half the story. We offer clear translucent shells that show the oil inside, opaque solid colours, pearlescent finishes, matte finishes, and dual-tone capsules. We match your brand's Pantone colours precisely.

100% Plant-Based Capsules

For brands targeting vegan, vegetarian, or Halal markets, we produce 100% plant-based capsules using HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose) or pullulan. These shells are:

Free from animal-derived ingredients

Suitable for vegan and vegetarian consumers

Halal and Kosher compliant without additional certification

More stable in warm, humid climates

Ideal for clean beauty positioning

Gelatin vs. Plant-Based – Which to Choose?

Gelatin capsules offer a superior oxygen barrier and lower cost — ideal for high-volume, cost-sensitive projects. Plant-based capsules suit premium, ethical, or clean-beauty brands, and perform better in hot climates. Many brands offer both: gelatin for standard lines, plant-based for a premium sub-line.

We Can Produce Samples of Both

Not sure which shell suits your formula? We can produce sample batches of both gelatin and plant-based versions, so you can test stability, performance, and consumer response before committing.

Let's Build Your Capsule

Tell us your preferred shape, colour, and shell type — or describe your concept and we'll recommend the best options. We'll provide a development plan and quote within 24 hours.

Your brand. Our molds. Made in Guangzhou.


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