A new, more sustainable film coating system for the nutraceutical industry

At Vitafoods 2025, Peter Freed, Head of Global Pharma Customer Technical Support at Roquette, presented a company case study about our new, more sustainable film coating system for the nutraceutical industry.

About the Presentation:

The increasing global emphasis on sustainability and consumer-friendly solutions is driving innovation in the ingredients space. Traditionally, nutraceutical industries have used hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) for immediate-release coatings of solid oral dosage forms. However, new alternatives like modified pea starch polymer offer improved sustainability.

This presentation will overview immediate-release nutraceutical coating technologies, discussing the role of coatings, coating steps, available types, and selection considerations. It will highlight Roquette’s ReadiLYCOAT® plant-based film coating systems and LYCOAT® hydroxypropylated pea starch, emphasizing their consumer and eco-friendly properties, energy efficiency, water solubility, ease of use, and customizable colors.

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