Hair Skin & Nails Softgel Manufacturer for Global Brands

EUPHM runs softgel lines with a fill weight range of 250 mg to 1,500 mg and a typical output of 1.2 million softgels per day across the plant. Hair, skin and nails formulas usually sit between 500 mg and 1,200 mg, which suits a standard oval or oblong die. The plant stocks multiple die sizes, so a 900 mg biotin and collagen softgel and a 1,200 mg omega-3 blend can run on the same line without new tooling.

Retail bottling covers 30, 60, 90 and 120 counts, with induction sealing, child-resistant caps and desiccant options. For buyers moving from capsules to softgels, EUPHM can match the existing fill weight and bottle count to keep label claims and shelf presence consistent. Pilot runs start below the 1,000-unit MOQ, which lets a brand test a new formula before committing to a full batch.

Hair, skin and nails softgels typically carry a mix of oil-soluble and water-soluble actives. Biotin, zinc and vitamin C are usually suspended as micronised powders in an oil base. Collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid and silica need tighter particle size control to stay suspended through fill and curing. EUPHM formulates with MCT oil, sunflower oil, flaxseed oil or fish oil as the carrier, depending on the claim set.

Sensitive actives such as vitamin A, vitamin E and tocotrienols are dosed with antioxidant protection and nitrogen flushing to limit oxidation. For vegan positioning, the shell switches from gelatin to modified starch or carrageenan, and the fill drops any animal-derived carrier. EUPHM supplies a formula sheet with ingredient percentages, overage levels and analytical methods before the first sample batch.

EUPHM operates a GMP, ISO 22000 and HACCP certified facility. Every hair, skin and nails batch is tested for fill weight, hardness, disintegration and microbial limits. Certificates of analysis cover identity, assay and heavy metals for each active. Retain samples are held for 24 months. Halal certification can be arranged where the shell and fill meet the relevant standards.

For US, EU, UK and Middle East buyers, EUPHM prepares commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, health certificates and free sale certificates. Labels can be printed with barcodes, batch numbers and expiry dates in the destination format. The facility is FDA-registered, which supports US import filings. Documentation is issued before shipment so customs clearance starts without a second request.

Every hair, skin and nails softgel batch is tested against a written specification before release. Incoming raw materials are sampled for identity by FTIR and, where relevant, assay by HPLC. Biotin, collagen peptides and oil-soluble vitamins such as A, D and E are checked for potency. Microbial limits follow the applicable pharmacopoeial method, and heavy metals are screened by ICP-MS. Softgel shells are tested for fill weight uniformity, seam integrity and disintegration time, typically within 15 to 30 minutes in purified water at 37°C.

In-process checks run at defined intervals during encapsulation. Operators verify fill weight every 30 minutes, with an acceptance range of plus or minus 5 per cent of target. Shell thickness and moisture content are monitored to keep the seam sealed through shipping. Visual inspection removes misshapen, leaking or discoloured softgels before bottling. Any batch that drifts outside the control range is held, investigated and either reworked under a documented deviation or rejected.

A certificate of analysis accompanies every shipment. The COA lists batch number, manufacture and expiry dates, fill weight, appearance, identification results, potency as a percentage of label claim, microbial counts, heavy metals and disintegration. It is signed by the quality unit and cross-referenced to the retained samples. Retention samples of each batch are stored under labelled conditions for at least one year past expiry, so a buyer can request a re-check if a market authority raises a query.

Stability protocols are set per market. Accelerated testing at 40°C and 75 per cent relative humidity for three to six months supports shelf-life claims, while real-time data at 25°C and 60 per cent relative humidity is generated in parallel. For oil-based fills, peroxide value and free fatty acid are tracked because oxidation affects both smell and potency. The resulting stability report is issued alongside the COA and is the document most often requested by EU and US importers during supplier qualification.

Softgels are packed in HDPE bottles with induction seals and child-resistant or standard closures depending on market rules. Common retail counts are 30, 60, 90 and 120 softgels. Blisters are available for pharmacy-style packs, and single-serve sachets or stick packs can be produced for sample or travel formats. Bottle dimensions and label panel sizes are confirmed at artwork stage so the label fits without wrinkling or covering the lot code.

For US-bound product, the label must carry a statement of identity, net quantity, a supplement facts panel with nutrient amounts and per cent daily values, other ingredients, directions, and the manufacturer or distributor address. Allergen declarations are required where applicable, and the FDA disclaimer is used only for structure-function claims. EU labels need nutrition and reference intake information, a best-before date and the name of the food business operator. The plant prepares print-ready artwork proofs for buyer sign-off before plates are made.

Lot and expiry coding is applied by inkjet or laser on the bottle base or label edge, and the same code appears on the carton and pallet label. Cartons are specified to withstand normal retail and e-commerce handling, typically with a burst strength suited to 10 to 20 kg contents. Pallets are configured to a standard footprint, stretch-wrapped and labelled with SKU, quantity, batch and gross weight. Amazon sellers can supply FNSKU labels and poly-bag requirements, and the packing line applies them before cartons are sealed.

Retail readiness also covers barcode verification. GTIN or UPC labels are scanned against the artwork file to confirm the correct number and quiet zone. Where a buyer supplies a retail-specific carton, the plant runs a short packing trial to check that bottles fit, labels sit flat and the case count matches the purchase order. Photographs of the finished pallet are sent before dispatch so the buyer can confirm the presentation without waiting for delivery.

Sampling starts with a formulation brief and target fill weight. The plant issues a quotation within two working days and, once the brief is confirmed, produces samples in 7 to 10 working days. Samples are shipped by courier with a draft COA and a specification sheet. Buyers normally test appearance, smell and disintegration before approving, and one round of adjustment to the fill or shell is included at no extra charge.

Mass production runs 20 to 35 working days after written approval of the sample and artwork. The window covers raw material release, encapsulation, drying, inspection, bottling and quality release. Larger orders or new shell formats sit at the upper end. The MOQ is 1,000 units per SKU for retail bottling, with lower quantities accepted for pilot or stability batches. A production schedule with milestone dates is issued at order confirmation.

Delivery terms are agreed per order. EXW is available for buyers with their own freight forwarder in Guangdong. FOB Shenzhen or Hong Kong is common for sea freight, and DDP can be quoted for door delivery where the destination allows. Air freight suits pilot orders and time-sensitive launches, typically 5 to 10 days door to door. Sea freight takes around 25 to 35 days to Europe or the US west coast, depending on port and season.

The export document pack includes the commercial invoice, packing list, COA, MSDS for the finished product, and a free-sale certificate. A certificate of origin can be issued on request. Phytosanitary certificates apply only where a botanical ingredient triggers the requirement, and the plant confirms this at order stage. halal and vegan certificates are supplied when the corresponding scheme has been booked for the batch.