Supplement tablet manufacturing
it involves the production of tablets containing vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, or other dietary supplements.
Types of Supplement Tablets
- Multivitamin/Mineral Tablets
- Herbal Extract Tablets (e.g., ashwagandha, ginseng)
- Protein or Amino Acid Tablets
- Probiotic Tablets
- Chewable or Effervescent Tablets
- Sustained/Extended Release Tablets
Tablet Manufacturing Process
1.Raw Material Preparation
- Active ingredients (vitamins, herbs, etc.) and excipients (binders, fillers, lubricants)
- Quality testing of raw materials for purity, identity, and potency
2. Granulation (Optional but Common)
- Wet Granulation: Liquid binder added to powders to form granules
- Dry Granulation: Pressure-based compaction without liquid
- Granules improve flow and compressibility
3. Blending
- Uniform mixing of API and excipients
- Often includes lubricants and disintegrants
4. Tablet Compression
- Compression of the blended powder/granules into tablet form using tablet presses
- Rotary tablet presses used for high-volume production
5. Coating
- Film coating (for taste masking, stability, or controlled release)
6. Quality Control Testing
- Weight variation
- Hardness and friability
- Disintegration and dissolution time
- Microbial tests
- Content uniformity
7. Packaging
- Blister packs or bottles or Jars.
- Labeling and batch coding.
Key Equipment
- Blender/Mixer (V-blender)
- Granulator
- Dryer
- Tablet press
- Automated coating system
- Blister Packing
- Bottle packing line
Regulatory and Quality Standards
- Must follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- Compliance with NFSA regulations
- Label claims must be backed by ingredient testing
- Stability testing required for shelf life