GMP Certified · FDA-Registered · USA-Based
Custom Tablet Manufacturing
High-precision tablet compression for high-potency, high-volume formulas.
150,000
Minimum tablet run
per custom SKU
10–14 wks
Typical lead time
deposit to delivery
USP <905>
Content uniformity standard
in-process testing every run
Definition
What Is Custom Tablets Manufacturing?
Custom tablet manufacturing is the process of compressing powdered active ingredients and pharmaceutical-grade excipients into a solid dosage form using rotary tablet presses under controlled pressure, temperature, and humidity. Tablets can be uncoated, film-coated, enteric-coated, or formulated for extended, delayed, or modified release. All production is governed by 21 CFR Part 111 (cGMP) with in-process controls for hardness, friability, disintegration, and content uniformity.
Why brands choose tablets
Tablets offer the highest active ingredient payload per unit of any solid-dose supplement format, the longest shelf life, and the lowest cost-per-serving at high production volumes. They are the format of choice for multi-ingredient clinical-grade formulas, high-dose minerals (calcium, magnesium), and any formulation where the fill weight exceeds capsule capacity. For brands with proven formulas and volume commitments, tablets deliver the best economics at scale.
Brand fit
Is tablets the right form for your brand?
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Cost to make
Customer compliance
Why brands choose tablets
- ✓Highest payload capacity — can fit more active ingredient per unit than any other solid form
- ✓Most economical at very high volumes (500,000+ units) due to fast compression speeds
- ✓Longest shelf life of any solid-dose form — low moisture exposure slows degradation
- ✓Custom embossing available — press your brand name or logo into every tablet
Things to know before you commit
- →Hardest form to swallow — customers who struggle will skip doses and stop reordering
- →One-time tooling fee of $2,000–$8,000 for custom shapes or embossing
- →Lowest consumer compliance — highest skip rate of any supplement form
- →Pharmaceutical appearance may feel cold or clinical to some audiences
Best fit
High-dose mineral formulas, practitioner-channel brands, customers 50+, and brands with very high production volumes where per-unit cost is the priority.
May not be the right fit
Brands where customer experience and repeat purchase rate are the primary growth levers.
Not sure which form is right for your brand?
Compare all four forms side by side →What We Produce
Tablets Types We Manufacture
Every format is produced in our FDA-registered, cGMP-certified facility with full third-party testing and batch documentation.
Standard Compressed
Most EconomicalDirect compression or wet granulation. Uncoated. Most economical. Highest active ingredient density per unit.
Film-Coated
Most PopularThin aqueous polymer coating for taste masking, improved swallowability, and brand differentiation with custom colors.
Enteric-Coated
SpecialtypH-dependent Eudragit® coating that resists gastric acid and dissolves in the intestine. Required for acid-sensitive ingredients.
Sublingual / Chewable
SpecialtyRapid dissolution under the tongue or in the mouth. High bioavailability pathway for B12, melatonin, and fast-acting formulas.
Capabilities
Tablets Manufacturing Specifications
Our facility is built for high-volume commercial production. Every specification below is verified in-process and confirmed by third-party laboratory testing before any lot is released.
Get a Custom Quote →| MOQ | 150,000 tablets per SKU |
| Available shapes | Round, oval, caplet, scored — custom tooling available |
| Coating types | Uncoated, film coat, enteric coat, sugar coat |
| Compression types | Direct compression, wet granulation, dry granulation |
| Typical lead time | 10–14 weeks from deposit |
| In-process controls | Hardness, friability, disintegration, content uniformity |
| Regulatory | cGMP 21 CFR Part 111, FDA-registered facility |
How It Works
The Tablets Manufacturing Process
From formula intake to certified finished product. Every step is documented, tested, and traceable — because your brand's reputation depends on it.
Formula Intake & R&D
Submit your target function, active ingredients, and volume goals. Our R&D team reviews your formula for ingredient synergy, regulatory compliance, and cost-per-bottle efficiency before committing to a pilot run.
Raw Material Sourcing & QC
We source every raw material from audited suppliers and verify identity and purity against the certificate of analysis using FTIR spectroscopy before any ingredient enters production.
Pilot Run & Approval
A pilot batch is produced at reduced scale to verify blend uniformity, fill weight accuracy, and finished-product appearance. You review and approve a physical sample before full-scale production begins.
Full-Scale Production
Your formula runs on our dedicated production line with continuous in-process quality controls: hardness/fill weight checks, content uniformity sampling, and environmental monitoring at defined intervals.
Third-Party Testing & Release
Every production lot is sent to an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited third-party laboratory for identity, potency, microbial, and heavy metal testing. We release only when all specifications are confirmed. Your Certificate of Analysis and batch records ship with every order.
What We Formulate
Top Tablets Formulation Categories
The supplement categories below represent the highest-demand and most profitable tablets-format products in the U.S. market. Our R&D team specializes in all of them.
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium, Iron, Multivitamin complexes, B-Complex
Joint & Mobility
Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, Collagen Type II
Antioxidants
Vitamin C, Alpha Lipoic Acid, CoQ10, Resveratrol
Cardiovascular
Nattokinase, Berberine, Plant Sterols, Omega blends
Digestive Health
Digestive enzymes, Betaine HCl, Fiber blends
Hormonal Support
DHEA, Pregnenolone, Maca, Thyroid support blends
Quality Assurance
Uncompromising QA on Every Tablets Lot
Every production lot undergoes multi-stage testing by ISO/IEC 17025-accredited third-party laboratories. We provide full Certificates of Analysis and batch records with every order — because your customers and the FDA deserve nothing less.
- ✓Identity & Potency (FTIR + HPLC) — confirms every active matches its COA
- ✓Microbial Screening — Total Plate Count, Yeast, Mold, E. coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus
- ✓Heavy Metals (ICP-MS) — Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury per USP <2232>
- ✓Allergen Segregation — dedicated production areas for major allergens
- ✓In-Process Controls — per-batch weight, hardness, fill accuracy checks
| Capability | Generic Mfg. | Private Label Express |
|---|---|---|
| cGMP 21 CFR Part 111 | ✗ | ✓ |
| FDA-Registered Facility | ✗ | ✓ |
| Third-Party Potency Testing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Heavy Metal Screening (ICP-MS) | ✗ | ✓ |
| Full Batch Records & COA | ✗ | ✓ |
| R&D Formulation Support | ✗ | ✓ |
| In-House Fulfillment Option | ✗ | ✓ |
Robert De Lima
· Founder & CEO, Private Label ExpressWith a background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, Robert founded Private Label Express in 2010 to correct the transparency and reliability issues endemic to the dietary supplement contract manufacturing industry. He oversees formulation standards and quality systems across all production lines.
Fact-checked by Private Label Express Quality Review Board · Updated June 2026
Common Questions
Tablets Manufacturing — FAQ
Questions about our tablets manufacturing process, capabilities, and specifications.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom tablet manufacturing?+
What types of tablets do you produce?+
What are the advantages of tablets over capsules?+
Can you manufacture extended-release or modified-release tablets?+
How do you test tablet quality and consistency?+
Do you offer custom tablet embossing or shapes?+
Ready to Scale?
Start Your Custom Tablets Run
If you're an established brand-owner ready to scale your tablets line, our team will review your formula and volume goals and respond within one business day.
Minimum 150,000 units per run · Serious inquiries only · Founded 2010