Empty Vegetable Capsules - Size "00"

Empty vegetable capsules in size 00, the vegan-friendly alternative to gelatin capsules. Made from HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), a plant-derived cellulose material. Suitable for users with dietary preferences against animal products and for encapsulating oil-rich preparations that would weaken gelatin.

Key Facts

Material

HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose) - plant-derived cellulose

Size

00 (larger of the two standard home-fill sizes)

Capacity

Approximately 500-735 mg of finely ground powder

Dietary suitability

Vegan, vegetarian, halal, kosher

Best for

Plant-based diets; oily preparations; users avoiding bovine-derived materials

What are HPMC Capsules?

HPMC capsules are made from plant cellulose modified to form a capsule shell. They function identically to gelatin capsules: two halves slide together, dissolve in the stomach, and release the contents. The cellulose material has different stability characteristics: HPMC is more stable with oily contents and slightly more rigid than gelatin.

How to Use

Fill the same way as gelatin capsules - by hand or with The Capsule Machine (size 00 matches these capsules). For oily preparations, vegetable capsules are the recommended choice as oils can soften gelatin over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between vegetable and gelatin capsules?
Vegetable capsules are made from plant cellulose (HPMC); gelatin capsules are made from animal-derived gelatin. Both function the same way in use.

Are vegetable capsules suitable for oily preparations?
Yes, and they are the preferred choice for oily herbs. Oils can soften gelatin over time; HPMC handles oils better.

Do vegetable capsules dissolve as quickly as gelatin?
HPMC dissolves slightly slower than gelatin but still completely within typical digestion timeframes.

What's the capacity of size 00 HPMC?
Approximately 500-735 mg of finely ground powder, the same as gelatin capsules at size 00.

Are these suitable for halal and kosher diets?
Yes; HPMC is plant-derived and suits halal, kosher, vegan, and vegetarian diets.

Can I use these with The Capsule Machine?
Yes; size 00 vegetable capsules work with The Capsule Machine "00".