Capsule tablet sachet and liquid supplement formats
Food Supplements6 min read

Capsule, tablet, sachet or liquid: how to choose a supplement format

Format is not merely a visual or marketing preference. Ingredient load, material properties, intended user and production method directly shape product feasibility.

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Match the formula to physical format limits

Total daily load, flow, compressibility, taste and solubility behave differently across formats. Assess early whether the target dose requires one unit or multiple servings.

Consider the user and the use occasion

Swallowability, portability, preparation and flavour expectations affect adherence. Children, adults or professional channels may point to different formats for the same ingredient concept.

Plan packaging and shelf life together

Sensitivity to moisture, oxygen and light informs the choice between blister, bottle, sachet and unit-dose packs. Stability planning and logistics should accompany the format decision.