| abstract |
The present invention relates to a process for manufacturing hard capsules, comprising the steps of dispersing a water-soluble cellulose ether derivative and complete amount of a setting system comprising at least one hydrocolloid or a mixture of hydrocolloids in water having a temperature of 60° C. or above and, if required, adding one or more gelling aids, then subsequently mixing and cooling the dispersion to a temperature of less than 48° C. so as to obtain a film forming mixture, dipping a capsule mould pin in the film forming mixture, inducing gelation of the film forming mixture adhering to the surface of the capsule pin mould, and drying the film obtained. The invention also relates to capsules obtained with such a process. |