6 Pharma Product & Packaging Trends

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Akbar Ali, PhD, General Manager and Head of Development and Technology at ACG, highlights key trends shaping the pharmaceutical sector in 2025, including the rising adoption of gel capsules, evolving regulatory landscapes, and increasing demands for sustainability. These factors are significantly influencing pharmaceutical packaging and shipping practices, prompting the industry to innovate and adapt to meet both market expectations and compliance requirements.

ACG Packaging Materials GHG Commitment Validated and Approved by SBTi

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ACG Packaging Materials, a leading global supplier of integrated manufacturing solutions for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries, has taken a significant step forward in its sustainability journey as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) officially validated the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets. This validation aligns with ACG’s core philosophy of Making it Better, reinforcing its commitment to impactful progress toward a sustainable future.

Rethinking capsules: How HPMC is changing the game in OSD

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Join us for an exclusive webinar as we explore the pivotal role of HPMC capsules in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing. This session is designed to provide professionals in the field with deep insights into how HPMC capsules can enhance formulation flexibility, improve product stability, and meet the growing demand for plant-based solutions.

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Vitafoods Europe

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Vitafoods Europe, the leading trade show for the nutraceutical industry, will be held in Barcelona, Spain, at Fira Barcelona Gran Via from May 20-22, 2025. This event is organized by Informa Markets. It focuses on four key sectors: Ingredients & Raw Materials, Branded & Finished Products, Contract Manufacturing & Private Label, and Services & Equipment. The event aims to connect industry professionals, showcase innovations, and facilitate partnerships. 

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How to determine an accurate endpoint of high-shear mixer granulation

High-shear mixer (HSM) granulation remains the most widely used method for wet granulation in the formulation of tablets and capsules. Despite its established reputation for producing high-quality granules, accurately identifying the granulation endpoint presents ongoing challenges for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Manufacturers currently rely on various methods to determine when the granulation process is complete. This article examines the strengths and limitations of various methods, and identifies the most promising solution among them.
High-shear mixer (HSM) granulation remains the most widely used method for wet granulation in the formulation of tablets and capsules. Despite its established reputation for producing high-quality granules, accurately identifying the granulation endpoint presents ongoing challenges for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Manufacturers currently rely on various methods to determine when the granulation process is complete. This article examines the strengths and limitations of various methods, and identifies the most promising solution among them.

Meet the modern tablet coater designed to tackle your coating challenges

The pharmaceutical industry has witnessed incredible technological advancements over the years, with tablet-coating technology being no exception. What began as a simple effort to enhance the aesthetic appeal and palatability of tablets has evolved into a sophisticated process that plays a critical role in drug delivery.
The pharmaceutical industry has witnessed incredible technological advancements over the years, with tablet-coating technology being no exception. What began as a simple effort to enhance the aesthetic appeal and palatability of tablets has evolved into a sophisticated process that plays a critical role in drug delivery.