Vitamin C Chewable Tablets Using PEARLITOL® 200 SD Mannitol
Published January 27, 2026
Resource
Pharma
Directly compressible formulation for Vitamin C chewable tablets
Formula
| % (by weight) | mg / tablet | |
|---|---|---|
| PEARLITOL® 200 SD mannitol | 63.5 | 508.0 |
| Ascorbic acid 95% DC (Roche Vitamins) | 32.9 | 263.2 |
| Orange flavor (Firmenich) | 1.6 | 12.8 |
| Magnesium stearate | 1.5 | 12.0 |
| Aspartame | 0.3 | 2.4 |
| Sunset Yellow lake (Sensient) | 0.2 | 1.6 |
Method
- Mix PEARLITOL® 200 SD, ascorbic acid, aspartame, flavor and color for 5 minutes.
- Add magnesium stearate and mix for 5 minutes.
- Compress the powder with 13 mm concave punches.
Additional comments
- Tablet weight: 800 mg
- Tablet thickness: 6.35 mm
- Tablet density: 1.33 g/cm3
- Tablet hardness: 105 N
- Dosage: 250 mg Vitamin C / 800 mg tablet
Disclaimer
This formula is a guideline for recommended use of our products; it does not imply consent to their use in violation of existing patent(s).
These details are for information only and we believe them to be reliable.