What is Gelpell®?

Gelpell® is a patented microencapsulation technology using gelatin-based beads to deliver active ingredients in a highly stable and bioavailable format. These spherical beadlets are clean-label, excipient-free, and can be encapsulated or used in sachets and stickpacks.

Key Advantages of Gelpell®

Superior Bioavailability

Clinical and in-vitro data demonstrate significantly enhanced absorption of active ingredients such as CoQ10, Vitamin K2 (MK-7), Curcumin, and EGCG when delivered via Gelpell® versus conventional softgels or powders.

Up to 45% Payload

Gelpell® beads can incorporate up to 45% active ingredient, depending on the compound.

Stable, Dual-Compatible Carrier

Gelatin’s biocompatible structure enables the encapsulation of hydrophilic and lipophilic compounds – ideal for complex formulations.

No Excipients – Clean Label

The matrix is composed solely of gelatin and actives – no flow agents, binders, or fillers are needed.

Improved Ingredient Protection

Sensitive ingredients are protected from oxidation, moisture, and light due to the closed, spherical structure.

Multicomponent Synergy

Compatible actives can be combined in a single bead or multiple bead types within one capsule (e.g. vitamin C and iron), optimizing synergy while avoiding negative interactions.

Scientific Evidence on Bioavailability

MK-7 (Vitamin K2)

Clinical trials show higher and longer-lasting plasma concentrations of MK-7 with Gelpell® than with softgel formats.

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)

Water dispersion tests confirm finer particle distribution and better solubility with Gelpell® compared to softgels, supporting increased uptake.

Left: Gelpell® in Water Right: Softcapsule in Water

EGCG, Curcumin & Polyphenols

Gelatin microencapsulation boosts the bioaccessibility and pharmacokinetic profiles of polyphenolic compounds significantly compared to other carriers like chitosan.

GI Absorption

Beads ≤2 mm bypass the stomach more efficiently, promoting faster release and targeted absorption in the intestine.