Capsule filling
TGA licensed capsule filling and packing
DB Pharmaceuticals fills hard capsules for listed medicines (AUST L), vitamins and supplements at our TGA GMP licensed facility in Kings Park, Sydney. We blend your formulation, fill gelatin or vegan (HPMC) capsules in sizes 00, 0 and 1, then blister pack or bottle them with labelling in-house. Runs start from around 10,000 capsules, with typical lead times of 3 to 8 weeks once your formula is approved and materials are in stock.
How capsule filling works at DB Pharmaceuticals
Formulation review. We check your formulation for manufacturability: how the powder flows, how much fill fits each capsule, and whether any ingredient needs special handling.
Blending. Ingredients are dispensed against your approved formula and blended to specification in our solid dose suite.
Encapsulation. The blend is filled into hard capsules, with in-process weight checks throughout the run.
Packing. Capsules are blister packed or bottled, then labelled and cartoned in-house.
Physical testing and release. Each batch is documented, physically tested and released for supply through our quality system.
Capsule options
Gelatin or vegan (HPMC) capsules. Choose to suit your product, your customers and your label claims. See our guide: Gelatin vs vegan (HPMC) capsules.
Capsule size and colour. We fill size 00, 0 and 1 hard capsules, with the size matched to your fill weight and the colour matched to your brand.
Minimum run. Runs start from around 10,000 capsules per product, which suits first launches, trial batches and practitioner ranges.
Lead time. Typically 3 to 8 weeks once your formula is approved and raw materials are in stock. We confirm timing with your quote.
Scaling up. The same formula, capsule and pack can move from a small first run to larger repeat runs without changing manufacturer.
Packing format. Blister packs or bottles. See Blister packs or bottles.
Listed medicines and supplements
We fill capsules for AUST L listed medicines under our TGA GMP licence, and for food-regulated supplements and nutraceuticals. The brand owner (sponsor) is responsible for the product’s regulatory status and ARTG listing; we manufacture to the specification you approve.
What to send us for a quote
Your formulation (or a description of the product), target fill per capsule, capsule type preference, pack format and count, and expected run size. Not sure yet? What to prepare before you contact a manufacturer.
FAQ
Capsule filling FAQs
What is the minimum order for capsule filling?
Runs start from around 10,000 capsules per product. We specialise in small to medium runs and can scale the same product to large runs.
How long does a capsule run take?
Typically 3 to 8 weeks once your formula is approved and raw materials are in stock. We confirm timing with your quote.
What capsule sizes do you fill?
Size 00, 0 and 1 hard capsules. We match the size to your fill weight per capsule.
Do you fill capsules for listed medicines (AUST L)?
Yes. Capsules are filled under our TGA GMP licence with documented batch records and release testing.
Do you fill capsules for supplements and nutraceuticals?
Yes, for both listed medicines and food-regulated supplements.
Can you fill vegan capsules?
Yes, we fill both gelatin and HPMC (vegan) capsules.
Can you make the blend as well as fill it?
Yes. Blending, filling and packing all happen on the same site in Kings Park, Sydney.
How are capsules packed?
In blister packs or bottles, labelled and cartoned in-house.
Can you help if my formula doesn’t fit in one capsule?
We review fill weight early and talk through options, such as a larger capsule size or a multi-capsule dose.
How do I get a quote?
Send your formulation (or a description of the product), target fill per capsule, capsule type, pack format and count, and expected run size through the enquiry form, or call 02 9672 3222.
We also make nutraceutical and functional nutrition products.