By 2050, the world’s population over the age of 60 will almost double from 12% to 22%. Needs of aging consumers are different from typical supplement users. Due to age-related physiological changes and cognitive and motor function impairment, they need product formats that are easy to swallow, easy to distinguish, combats pill fatigue, reduces gastric distress etc. These factors will drive new development in dose forms, resulting in better products to address healthy aging.

Omega-3 products are a leading category among the nutritional supplement market. The category is expected to reach $4.9 billion by 2023, at 4% CAGR during the same period. However, one of the consumer challenges in taking Omega-3 softgels is that they can produce fishy burps which gives a lingering, unpleasant aftertaste once ingested. Catalent has developed an innovative solution to deliver odorous oils such as omega-3 products.

Vegetarian softgels are becoming increasingly competitive with animal-based gels. With increasing interest in vegetarian products, rapid technological advances and decreasing production costs, plant-based softgels are becoming a popular option. Download this eBook and become a part of this growing segment of the market that is revolutionizing the way products are encapsulated.

There has been a lot of controversy in the media regarding krill oil and omega-3s. However, healthcare professionals’ belief in omega-3 benefits has remained constant, and they continue to recommend it as a dietary supplement.

Nutritional softgel product offerings for Heart Health, Eye Health, Nutritional Oils, Vitamins & Minerals.

Improve product performance & enhance consumer experience with enteric coating.

Deliver more differentiated dietary supplement products, faster to market.

Patented technology designed to overcome consumer challenges with Omega-3s, such as fishy burps, foul odor and aftertaste.

Differentiate products at the unit dose level & deliver a more recognizable product.

Ideal solution for consumers seeking an animalfree alternative to gelatin capsules.