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Gelatin is ideally suited for the production of hemostatic products such as sponges and powders, which are used to stop bleeding, promote blood clotting, and support wound healing. These products are particularly important in surgical and dental applications to effectively control bleeding during or after procedures. GELITA's high-performance MEDELLAPRO® portfolio enhances these applications by providing superior quality gelatin that meets rigorous safety and efficacy standards.

Step into the future of bioscience applications with our Endotoxin Controlled Excipient (ECE) portfolio, designed to meet the highest standards in biomedical innovation. Featuring VACCIPRO^® for vaccine stabilization, trusted by leading vaccine manufacturers worldwide, and MEDELLAPRO^® for pioneering applications in parenteral medical devices, 3D bioprinting, wound care and more.

Download the eBook now to discover how these pharmaceutical grade solutions can transform your biomedical products - and explore our vision for animal-free gelatin developed at our Biotech Hub in Frankfurt.

Leaks in softgels are a persistent challenge in the production process, resulting in increased costs, wasted resources and significant environmental impact. Every time a softgel capsule leaks, it’s not just the product that’s lost but its expensive contents. This then contaminates machinery and other capsules, resulting in additional cleaning and production downtime. This means not only wasted materials but also higher energy use and additional labor costs, all of which add to the environmental and financial burden. If you’re in the softgel production game, you’ll know this scenario only too well.

Formulating softgels with challenging fills? Crosslinking doesn’t have to be a barrier!

Our eBook shows you how to maintain performance, solubility, and stability—even in extreme conditions.

• Four gelatin solutions tailored to your formulation needs
• Reliable solubility over entire shelf life and beyond
• Proven effectiveness across climate zones
• RXL^® Ultra - the new gold standard to solve extreme crosslinking challenges

Make crosslinking a thing of the past. Download now and discover how RXL^® can guarantee your softgel success.

Producing the perfect supplement means paying close attention not only to the contents of the capsule, but also the material used for its shell. Whether you’re formulating omega-3s, probiotics or multivitamins, choosing the right softgel excipient can make all the difference. Not all fills are encapsulated equally and many come with their own unique challenges that can affect efficacy. Here, we explore a specific issue in supplement formulation – ingredients that can irritate the stomach – and reveal our tailormade solution.

Herbal supplements are continuing to grow in popularity, driven by consumers seeking wholesome options for everything from immune support to cognitive health. Botanical ingredients can offer numerous and invaluable health benefits for digestion, skin and cardiovascular function, for example. In fact, supplement launches with botanical ingredients have shown the strongest growth compared to launches of botanicals in food and beverages, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of six per cent between April 2019 and March 2024 [1]. Here, gelatin softgels are a preferred delivery format. However, manufacturers face a major challenge with softgels containing plant extracts – crosslinking.