General Compounding

**Hard Gel Capsules**
Hard gel capsules are small-sized, cylindrical containers, composed of two joined halves, mainly used to contain solids, liquids, or powders. They are very popular in the pharmaceutical and food industry due to their versatility and ease of ingestion.

**Construction & Materials**
- Body and lid: The capsules are composed of two halves, usually gelatin, which are pressed together. Gelatin is a natural polymer obtained from collagen, which gives the capsules a soft and flexible texture.
- Colorants: Food colorants are added to identify different formulations or simply to improve the appearance of the final product.
- Opaque or transparent: Capsules can be opaque or transparent, depending on the active ingredient they contain and the desired effect.

**Available Sizes**
The size of hard gel capsules is expressed in numbers, with the most common being 00 to 5. The number indicates the capacity of the capsule, with 00 being the largest and 5 being the smallest. Choosing the right size depends on the volume of the filler and the specific needs of each formulation.
- Size 00: The largest, ideal for bulky or low-density fillings.
- Size 0: Widely used for supplements and herbal products.
- Sizes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5: These are used for smaller volume fillings and for products that require a smaller capsule.

**Available Colors**
The range of colours available for hard gel capsules is wide and varied. The most common colors include:
-Transparent
- White-White
- White - Red
- White - Green
- White - Orange
- White - Blue
-Black
-White
-Red
-Oranges
-Blue
-Green
-Orange

**Uses**
Hard gel capsules are used in various industries, including:
- Pharmaceutical: To package solid medicines, liquids and powders.
- Food: For nutritional supplements, vitamins, minerals and probiotics.
- Cosmetics: For powder or liquid products for topical use.