QUICK FACTS — FOR BUYERS & PROCUREMENT
What Is a Nutraceutical Blister Packaging Machine?
A nutraceutical blister packaging machine is a thermoforming or cold-form packaging system designed to seal vitamins, dietary supplements, softgels, herbal tablets and functional capsules into individual blister cavities.
HIJ Machinery manufactures GMP-compliant nutraceutical blister machines at its Wenzhou facility, supplying supplement manufacturers across 30+ countries including the USA, EU, India and Southeast Asia.
| Manufacturer | HIJ Machinery (Wenzhou), China |
| Output Speed | 100–600 blisters/min |
| Forming Materials | PVC / PVDC / Alu-Alu |
| Compliance | CE / GMP / cGMP / 21 CFR |
| Validation Docs | DQ / IQ / OQ / PQ included |
| Lead Time | 12–16 weeks (FOB Wenzhou) |
| Contact | [email protected] |
NUTRACEUTICAL APPLICATIONS
Products We Package for the Nutraceutical Industry
From standard vitamin tablets to moisture-sensitive omega-3 softgels — HIJ blister machines handle every nutraceutical dosage form.
Not sure which configuration fits your supplement product?
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Choosing the Right Blister Material for Your Supplement
Why Material Selection Matters for Supplements
- ✓ Stability protection: Wrong barrier film can cut supplement shelf life by 30–50% in tropical markets.
- ✓ Regulatory compliance: Many markets require minimum MVTR (Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate) on supplement labels.
- ✓ Cost optimisation: HIJ engineers match barrier level to actual product stability data — no over-engineering.
- ✓ Machine compatibility: All HIJ blister machines support PVC, PVDC and Alu-Alu with tooling changeover in under 30 minutes.
GMP COMPLIANCE FOR NUTRACEUTICALS
Meets Nutraceutical Industry
Regulatory Requirements
Nutraceutical manufacturers in the US, EU, and regulated Asian markets face increasingly stringent GMP requirements for packaging equipment. HIJ machines are built to satisfy audits by FDA, EFSA, FSSAI and WHO.
FDA 21 CFR Part 111 — Dietary Supplements GMP
Equipment design, cleaning procedures and maintenance records
compliant with US dietary supplement manufacturing regulations.
EU Food Safety — EC No 1935/2004
Food-contact material compliance for PVC/PVDC films used in
supplement blister packaging sold in European markets.
WHO GMP TRS 961 — Equipment Qualification
Full DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation provided. Stainless steel 316L
product-contact surfaces. CIP-friendly design.
CE Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
CE marking on all HIJ blister machines confirms compliance with
European machinery safety standards.
VALIDATION DOCUMENTATION PACKAGE
- ✓ Design Qualification (DQ) Report
- ✓ Installation Qualification (IQ) Protocol & Report
- ✓ Operational Qualification (OQ) Protocol & Report
- ✓ Performance Qualification (PQ) Protocol & Report
- ✓ CE Declaration of Conformity
RECOMMENDED MACHINES
HIJ Blister Machines for Nutraceutical Production
20+
Years Experience
100+
Factories Served
30+
Countries
WHY NUTRACEUTICAL BRANDS CHOOSE HIJ
European Quality Engineering.
Not European Pricing.
Supplement-Specific Machine Design
Cavity molds engineered for softgel geometry, gummy
irregular shapes and fragile effervescent tablets —
not generic pharmaceutical tooling.
FDA 21 CFR Part 111 Ready
Complete equipment documentation package satisfies
US FDA dietary supplement facility inspection requirements
out of the box.
Turnkey Line Integration
Blister machine integrates with HIJ cartoning and case
packing machines — single-source line from blister
forming to shipper case, with one SOP document set.
30–40% Below European Market Price
Wenzhou manufacturing efficiency with Siemens/Schneider
international components. Supplement brands reinvest
savings into product R&D.
BUYER FAQ
Nutraceutical Blister Packaging: Common Questions
Can HIJ blister machines handle softgels without deformation?
Yes. HIJ softgel blister machines use deep-cavity forming molds with PVC or Alu-Alu film, combined with gentle vibratory feeding systems that prevent capsule deformation. Sealing temperature and pressure profiles are adjusted per softgel formulation. Contact [email protected] with your softgel dimensions for tooling confirmation.
Which blister film is best for omega-3 fish oil capsules?
Omega-3 fish oil capsules require maximum moisture and oxygen barrier due to oxidation sensitivity. HIJ recommends Alu-Alu (cold-form aluminium) blister packaging, which provides a complete moisture vapor and oxygen barrier — ideal for tropical climates and markets with 24-month+ shelf life requirements. PVDC high-barrier film is a cost-effective alternative for less sensitive formulations.
Is HIJ equipment compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 111 for dietary supplements?
HIJ blister packaging machines are designed to meet the equipment requirements of FDA 21 CFR Part 111 (Current Good Manufacturing Practice in Manufacturing, Packaging, Labeling, or Holding Operations for Dietary Supplements). This includes stainless steel 316L contact surfaces, cleanable design, calibration traceability, and complete maintenance documentation. Full DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ protocol documents are provided with each machine.
What output speed do I need for 10 million supplement units per year?
For 10 million units/year: assuming 8-hour shifts, 250 production days/year, and 2 capsules per blister, you need approximately 70 blisters/minute. The HIJ DPP-250 at its lowest speed range (100/min) provides sufficient headroom for changeovers and planned downtime. Contact HIJ for a production capacity calculation based on your specific shift schedule and product mix.
Can one machine package both tablets and softgels?
Yes, with tooling changeover. HIJ blister machines use modular forming and feeding tooling. Switching between tablet and softgel configurations requires a mold set change and feeder adjustment, typically completed in under 30 minutes. This makes HIJ machines ideal for contract manufacturers and supplement brands with diverse product portfolios.
What is the price of a nutraceutical blister packaging machine?
HIJ nutraceutical blister machine pricing depends on output speed, forming material (PVC vs Alu-Alu), compliance documentation level, and optional integrations (vision inspection, cartoner connection). Entry-level configurations start from USD 18,000–35,000 FOB Wenzhou. Full GMP-validated turnkey lines range from USD 80,000–200,000+. Request a detailed quotation at [email protected].
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