What minimum order quantities apply to capsules?

Minimum order quantities start at 50,000 to 100,000 units depending on capsule format and fill material. Liquid oil fills and specialized coated pellet fills may require higher minimums due to line setup times. Test batches start at approx. 5,000 to 10,000 units.

What does the BVL notification obligation mean for food supplement capsules?

In Germany, food supplements must be notified to the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) before they are first placed on the market. The notification obligation rests with the party placing the product on the market - not with the contract manufacturer. Avoria GmbH supplies the product-related documentation for the BVL notification on request.

When does a capsule count as a medicinal product rather than a food supplement?

The distinction depends on active ingredient, concentration, dosage form and product presentation. Avoria GmbH exclusively produces foods (food supplements) and non-food capsules - no medicinal products requiring authorization under the AMG. If a pharmacological effect could be attributed to a formulation, a regulatory classification by an authorization consultant is required before production starts.

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Capsules
Contract filling

ISO 9001 & HACCP certified direct manufacturer in Roßtal, Bavaria. Food supplement capsules (HPMC and gelatin), powder, granulate and oil filling as well as flavor capsules - since 2010. HPLC and GC-MS analysis in our in-house laboratory.

ISO 9001 & HACCP HPMC & gelatin From 50,000 units Own laboratory

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Product area

Capsules

Capsule filling

Jars & containers

Supplement focus

Caps

Jar

HACCP

1.000+

Units from a typical series start

Caps

Focus on capsule products

Jar

Containers and kitting

HACCP

Documented production environments

Service profile

Capsule filling with
clear supplement logic

Capsules remain at number 04 and get their own focused product page.

Capsule filling

Filling and kitting for supplement-type capsule products.

Jars and containers

Capsule containers, jars, labels and outer packaging are coordinated.

Batch logic

Clear assignment of product, container and production run.

Scalable

From pilot series to growing supplement lines.

Specifications

Capsule products &
Kitting

The page clearly separates capsule projects from powder and stick pack topics.

Production in detail

Product types Hard capsules and supplement-type capsule products

Packaging materials Jars, pouches, capsule containers and cartons

Lot size From 1,000 units, scalable depending on the project

Additional steps Labeling, cartoning and ready-to-ship kitting

Market environment Functional nutrition, sports nutrition and D2C supplements

Presence Warm, high-quality and supplement-oriented

Capsule containers Jars Retail Ready

Built for functional products

Capsules get their own stage for supplement brands and clear container logic.

Caps Supplement Jar

Quick answer

Avoria GmbH handles capsules contract filling in Roßtal, Bavaria - for food supplement capsules (HPMC and gelatin, powder, granulate, pellet and oil filling) and flavor capsules for cigarette filter applications. Production under ISO 9001 and HACCP certification, with our own HPLC and GC-MS laboratory.

Note: this offering is aimed exclusively at commercial clients. Avoria GmbH does not provide legal or regulatory advice.

ISO 9001 & HACCP certified capsules contract filling in Roßtal - HPLC and GC-MS laboratory at the production site
6 capsule and fill material categories: HPMC, gelatin, powder, granulate, oil filling, flavor capsules
Minimum order quantities from 50,000 units depending on capsule type and fill material

6 capsule categories

Which capsules and fill materials
does Avoria GmbH process?

Six capsule and fill material categories in contract filling - from vegan HPMC capsules to flavor capsules for cigarette filters - with batch record and analytical release as the standard scope of delivery.

Hard capsules HPMC (vegan)

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose capsule shells for vegan, vegetarian or allergen-sensitive target groups. Lactose-free, gluten-free and stable across a broad pH range.

Hard capsules gelatin

Capsule shells made from bovine gelatin for standard supplement applications. Halal or kosher options are possible by arrangement depending on batch size and source availability.

Fill materials powder

Vitamin and mineral blends, dry extracts, amino acid preparations, enzyme formulations and powders adjusted with flow aids. Flowability and bulk density determine the capsule size.

Granulate and pellets

Slow-release granulates, coated pellets and multiparticulate systems. Coated pellets require adjusted filling machine parameters in order to avoid damage to the pellet surface.

Oil and liquid filling

Omega-3 fat preparations, oil-based vitamin D formulations and CBD oils in hard gelatin capsules using the liquid filling process. Suitable for smaller quantities and special applications.

Flavor capsules

Mono-core and dual-core flavor capsule structures for integration into cigarette filters. Food-grade flavor liquids are encapsulated for burst-release applications.

Typical applications

For supplement and
functional lines

Capsules are now clearly visible as a category of their own.

Food supplements

Capsule concepts for health, sports and functional brands.

D2C and retail

Retail-ready capsule containers with strong brand impact.

Series build-up

Suitable for brands moving from a pilot series to growth.

Process

From the capsule setup through to
finished unit

The process is focused on capsule products.

Setup

Product type, capsule, container and target quantity are clarified.

Release

Packaging materials and specifications are coordinated.

Filling

The capsule series is processed under control.

Kitting

Labeling, packaging and shipping preparation complete the process.

Quality

Clean production logic with
strong brand maturity

Capsule projects need trust, clear processes and clean kitting.

HACCP

Suitable process and hygiene structures.

Batch logic

Traceable assignment of product and run.

Kitting

Packaging materials are part of the product concept.

Brand fit

Modern enough for young supplement brands.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions on capsules contract filling

The key answers on minimum order quantities, HPMC vs. gelatine and regulatory requirements - quick and direct.

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Which minimum order quantities apply to capsules?

Minimum order quantities start at 50,000 to 100,000 units depending on capsule format and fill material. Liquid oil fillings and specialized coated pellet fillings can require higher minimums due to equipment setup times. Test batches start at approx. 5,000 to 10,000 units.

What distinguishes flavor capsules from supplement capsules in regulatory terms?

Supplement capsules are foodstuffs and are subject to NEM-VO 2004, LMIV (EU) 1169/2011 and HCVO (EC) 1924/2006. Flavor capsules for cigarette filter applications are tobacco accessories and are subject to TPD 2014/40/EU. The regulatory requirements and documentation obligations are fundamentally different for the two categories.

What is the difference between gelatin and HPMC capsules?

Gelatinekapseln sind der Standardfall - kostengünstiger und etabliert, aber nicht vegan. HPMC-Kapseln (Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose) sind pflanzlich, vegan-zertifizierbar und tolerieren ein breiteres Feuchtigkeitsspektrum. Für Produkte mit veganer Kennzeichnung ist HPMC die Standardwahl.

What does the BVL notification requirement mean for food supplement capsules?

In Germany, food supplements must be notified to the Federal Office of Consumer Protection (BVL) before they are placed on the market for the first time. The notification obligation lies with the entity placing the product on the market - not with the contract manufacturer. Avoria GmbH supplies the product-specific documentation for the BVL notification on request.

When is a capsule considered a medicinal product rather than a food supplement?

The distinction depends on the active ingredient, concentration, dosage form and product presentation. Avoria GmbH produces exclusively foodstuffs (food supplements) and non-food capsules - no medicinal products subject to approval under the AMG. If a pharmacological effect could be attributed to a formulation, a regulatory classification by a regulatory affairs consultant is required before production starts.

Which capsule sizes does Avoria GmbH process?

Avoria GmbH processes standard hard capsules in sizes 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3 and 4 - in both gelatin and HPMC. Size 0 (approx. 680 mg fill volume at typical bulk density) is the most common choice for single- and multi-component supplement blends.