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