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Pullulan capsules (Likencell)

Pullulan: natural innovation in capsules for supplements and nutraceuticals

Pullulan is a natural polysaccharide produced by the fermentation of tapioca starch using the fungus Aureobasidium pullulans. It has become a benchmark material in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries for the manufacture of high-quality vegetable capsules.

Technical characteristics of pullulan capsules:

  • Natural and plant-based origin: gelatin-free, suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
  • High oxygen barrier: up to 300 times more effective than HPMC or gelatin, protecting sensitive ingredients (probiotics, fatty acids, vitamins, antioxidants).
  • Transparency and stability: no preservatives, colorants, or gelling agents required.
  • Sensory neutrality: odorless and tasteless, improving the consumer experience.
  • Compatibility: adapts to powdered formulas, granules, and plant extracts.

Main uses:

  • Nutraceutical industry: premium supplements (probiotics, omega-3, botanical extracts).
  • Pharmaceutical industry: formulations that require high protection against oxidation.
  • Vegan and clean label market: products that seek transparency, purity, and sustainability.