What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ) for softgels?

Softgel MOQ typically runs 300,000–500,000 units depending on shell and fill complexity. Softgel runs are scheduled in campaign windows — share your target volume and timeline in the quote wizard for a confirmed slot.

How long does sampling take?

Representative softgel samples are usually ready in 2–3 weeks after formula sign-off, assuming all raw materials are in stock. Stability and accelerated shelf-life studies run on a longer timeline.

What shapes, sizes, and colours can you produce?

We support oval, oblong, round, and tubular shapes in a wide range of sizes. Shell colours include transparent, opaque, and two-tone options, with enteric coating available where required.

Do you offer formulation development?

Yes. Our R&D lab handles everything from adapting an existing formula to developing a novel fill from scratch — including oxidation control, suspension stability, and active compatibility.

What certifications do you hold?

Our facility is FDA-registered and cGMP-certified. We also support Non-GMO, Made in USA, and other claim-driven documentation where your formula qualifies.

What is the typical lead time?

From formula approval to finished goods, standard softgel orders run roughly 8–12 weeks depending on volume, packaging complexity, and lab queue. Rush scheduling is available — mention it in your quote request.

Softgel Manufacturing

Custom softgel formulation, encapsulation, and packaging — produced under cGMP discipline for supplement brands worldwide.

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What is softgel manufacturing?

Custom softgel formulation, encapsulation, and packaging — produced under cGMP discipline for supplement brands worldwide. Our Ontario facility runs dedicated softgel lines capable of producing a wide range of shapes, fill viscosities, and shell colours. From high-potency oils to moisture-sensitive actives, every batch is processed under controlled humidity and third-party tested before release.

Daily capacity: Up to 10,000 bottles/day on dedicated softgel lines
MOQ: 300,000–500,000 softgels (confirm for your shell & fill)

Softgel Manufacturing Capabilities

Our Ontario facility runs dedicated softgel lines capable of producing a wide range of shapes, fill viscosities, and shell colours. From high-potency oils to moisture-sensitive actives, every batch is processed under controlled humidity and third-party tested before release.

Shapes: Oval, oblong, round, tubular — custom tooling available
Shell colours: Transparent, opaque, two-tone, enteric-coated
Fill types: Oils, suspensions, pastes, self-emulsifying systems
Daily capacity: Up to 10,000 bottles/day on dedicated softgel lines
MOQ: 300,000–500,000 softgels (confirm for your shell & fill)

Why partner with HiGO for softgels

Softgel manufacturing demands precision at every stage — from gel mass preparation to drying tunnels. We bring the equipment, the discipline, and the formulation expertise to get it right.

cGMP quality control

Every batch is documented end-to-end: raw-material COA, in-process checks, and finished-goods testing against your specification.

Custom formulation R&D

Our lab develops and stabilises your fill — handling oxidation-sensitive oils, suspensions, and novel active combinations.

Production-ready MOQ

Softgel programs typically start at 300,000–500,000 units; share your timeline so we can align capacity as lines scale.

Fast sampling

Representative softgel samples typically ready in 2–3 weeks, so you can validate taste, appearance, and stability early.

Our softgel production process

Raw material inspection

Incoming actives and excipients verified against COA before release to production.

Formulation preparation

Fill mass blended and degassed; active content standardised to your spec.

Gel mass melting

Gelatin, glycerin, and water prepared at controlled temperature and viscosity.

Encapsulation

Rotary die fills and seals each softgel in a single continuous operation.

Drying & conditioning

Softgel cascade through low-humidity tunnels to reach final shell hardness.

Visual inspection

Optical and manual sorting removes any malformed or leaking units.

Packaging

Bottling, blistering, or sachet packing with your label and artwork applied.

Final QA & release

Finished-goods testing and documentation review before shipment.

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Softgel applications

Softgels are the format of choice for oils, oil-soluble actives, and ingredients where precise dosing and easy swallowing matter.

Omega-3 & fish oil

Marine and algal oils with oxidation control and enteric options.

Vitamin complexes

Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and lipid-based combinations.

Botanical extracts

Herbal oils and lipophilic plant actives in stable, bioavailable form.

Functional oils

MCT, evening primrose, flaxseed, and specialty lipid blends.