Licaps® capsules: liquid formulations, made simple

Licaps® liquid-filled hard capsules open the door to more competitive liquid supplement solutions. Powered by proprietary sealing and a nitrogen fusion process, Licaps® capsules set a new benchmark in liquid formulation technology.

                                
                            
Engineered to prevent leaksPatented sealing technology creates a wider, band-free seal zone, delivering stronger leak resistance

                                
                            
Protect high value liquid ingredientsNitrogen bubble infusion displaces oxygen from within the capsule, providing excellent ingredient protection

                                
                            
Proven shelf performanceEnhanced capsule integrity and shelf-life reduces the risk of degradation and reinforces consumer trust

Innovative technology you can trust

For brands looking to go beyond powder fills and softgels, Licaps® liquid-filled hard capsules offer a more competitive liquid supplement solution. Powered by proprietary band-free LEMS® (Liquid Encapsulation Microspray Sealing) technology and a nitrogen bubble infusion process, Licaps® capsules enable formulators to tackle liquid fill challenges with confidence, offering excellent ingredient protection and stability. This gives brands the freedom to create more premium, differentiated products, diversify their portfolios, deliver better consumer experiences, and unlock new market opportunities.

Product Features

Patented LEMS® fusion sealing technology
Oxygen-sensitive ingredient protection
Proven shelf performance
Premium visual aesthetics

From idea through to scalable reality

Licaps® liquid-filled hard capsules are available in both gelatin and plant-based HPMC and pullulan options, designed to suit the lifestyle, dietary and cultural preferences of your consumers. All backed by the global expertise, technical excellence, and trusted partnership of Lonza Capsugel.

Product Features*

Kosher / Halal certified
BSE compliant
GMP certified
ISO 9001 and ISO 22000
Gluten-free

*depending on polymer, site and capsule

Pioneers in premium liquid protection

Liquid formulation is complex. But with nearly two decades of liquid-capsule expertise, we understand the challenges inside and out. Our liquid-fill capsule technology and hands-on support from concept to scale enables supplement brands to quickly overcome liquid formulation challenges, so you can move faster than with softgels, and at a comparable manufacturing cost. We handle the technicalities for you, including unstable ingredients, high viscosity oils, hygroscopic fills, and oxidation risk. And we can help brands bring those products to market – reliably, efficiently, and at scale.

For those interested in unlocking more complex liquid delivery opportunities, Licaps® liquid-filled capsules can also be combined with our other offerings within Dosage Form Solutions

Support services

Hands-on support – from concept to scalable manufacturing
Faster routes to market – streamlined development compared to softgels
Technical confidence – backed by proprietary sealing and nitrogen infusion technology
Future-ready flexibility – unlock more complex liquid delivery opportunities

Capsules designed with consumers in mind

With Licaps® liquid-filled hard capsules, brands can appeal to consumers seeking simpler ingredient lists, as no plasticizers are used in the liquid capsule shell. And for those that want to meet growing vegan and vegetarian consumer demand, Licaps® liquid-filled capsules are also available in plant-based options.

A premium, transparent two‑piece capsule, Licaps® liquid-filled hard capsules, elevates how products look and feel on shelf and online by revealing the liquid inside. This signals quality, care, and cleaner labels that resonate with consumer lifestyle aesthetics and drive shareability on social media.

Product Features

Cleaner ingredient list
Plant-based options
Premium visual appeal

Why choose liquid-filled hard capsules over softgel?

Watch how Licaps® liquid-filled hard capsules go beyond softgels, delivering excellent ingredient protection, cleaner ingredient lists, and premium aesthetics.

Licaps® liquid-filled hard capsules brochure

Why choose liquid-filled hard capsules over softgel?

Liquid supplement formulations hold enormous potential, but concerns over ingredient stability, oxidation, leaks, and the complexity of scaling from concept to commercial reality can hold back innovation in this space. Softgels have traditionally been the default delivery format, often perceived as the go-to option for challenging fills.

This guide challenges that assumption, revealing the technological and formulation advantages of liquid-filled hard capsules, and how they can help brands bring more innovative, differentiated products to market – faster and with greater confidence.

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