Sunil Mundra

CEO & Managing Director

The ubiquitous presence of empty capsules has endured for over a century. Empty capsules, widely used as a standard dosage form, have served as a medium for medication delivery across diverse formulations. In India, a burgeoning market characterized by population growth and a nascent demand for medication, the trajectory of empty capsules remains on a steadfast ascent. Despite this, the per capita consumption of drugs, including capsules, remains notably low, underscoring a substantial growth potential in the foreseeable future. Amidst the ever-evolving landscape, Natural Capsules emerges as a beacon of precision and quality in the manufacturing of empty capsules. Established in 1993, the company embarked on a journey fueled by innovation and a relentless commitment to excellence. Over the decades, Natural Capsules has cemented its position as a leader in capsule manufacturing and set industry standards through a continuous pursuit of technological advancement and quality assurance.

Natural Capsules stands at the forefront of capsule manufacturing, offering a diverse portfolio of products tailored to meet the unique needs of pharmaceutical companies worldwide. The company’s product range caters to a spectrum of formulations, from traditional gelatin capsules to innovative vegetarian alternatives. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, including artificial intelligence-driven inspection systems, Natural Capsules ensures the precision and quality of every capsule that rolls off its production line.

"Every capsule leaving our facility undergoes a rigorous 360-degree inspection using state-of-the-art vision sorting systems", shares Sunil Mundra, CEO and Managing Director of Natural Capsules. This commitment to precision and excellence underscores Natural Capsules' dedication to delivering top-tier pharmaceutical products to its valued clients. Recognizing the sensitivity of capsules to temperature and humidity, the company adheres to strict storage and transportation protocols, maintaining them at required/recommended levels. The company ensures seamless and on time deliveries by utilizing specialized refrigerated containers, extending their commitment to quality from production to customer factories. Natural Capsules conducts comprehensive inspections using artificial intelligence on all its products before their dispatch to mitigate such occurrences. In an extremely rare event of client complaint, their dedicated technical assistance team promptly visits the client to rectify any issues, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining the company’s commitment to excellence.

Tech-Driven Growth

Since its inception, Natural Capsules has embarked on a journey of continuous improvement, leveraging its internal innovation teams to enhance automation and increase production capacity. By 2010, significant strides were made, with the conversion of mechanisms to automation using servo motors, resulting in a capacity increase from 1 million to 1.5 million capsules. With collaborations with external agencies, this momentum got boosted which led to the increase in production of 2.5 million capsules in 2018, followed by a groundbreaking 5 million capsules per day production machine in 2020, now recognized as the fastest in the world.

The company’s commitment to innovation extends beyond machinery upgrades. Automation, including the integration of Servo motors, began in the mid-2000s, with the adoption of artificial intelligence in 2010 marking a significant milestone in operational efficiency. Notably, Natural Capsules was a trailblazer in the manufacturing of vegetarian capsules in the early 2000s, underscoring its dedication to pioneering advancements in pharmaceutical technology. The past decade has seen accelerated growth for Natural Capsules, fueled by a strategic focus on diversification and innovation. With a keen eye on API development and a culture of continuous improvement, the company remains at the forefront of the pharmaceutical industry, poised to shape the future of capsule manufacturing through cutting-edge technology and unwavering commitment to excellence.

The company has distinguished itself as a leader in the capsules industry in India, demonstrating proactive initiatives towards sustainability. Approximately a decade ago, it initiated the installation of solar panels and concentrated solar dishes to harness renewable energy sources. Subsequently, implementing ICR (Integrated Cleaning and Recycling) technology in Pondicherry underscored its commitment to environmental stewardship. This innovative technology effectively removes color and purifies effluents, yielding clean water through a process of oxygen and ozone fusion. Building upon these efforts, the company recently expanded its commitment to clean energy by investing into a 10-megawatt solar power park for the power requirement of its Bangalore unit. Notably, the entire energy consumption of the Bangalore plant is now sourced from solar power, reflecting the company’s conscientious approach towards pollution mitigation and sustainability practices.

Natural Capsules remains poised for exponential growth and expansion. With plans to further enhance its manufacturing capabilities and explore new markets, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry. Whether expanding into European markets or venturing into API manufacturing, Natural Capsules remains steadfast in its mission to drive innovation and set new standards of excellence. Natural Capsules is a paragon of quality, reliability, and innovation in an industry characterized by constant evolution and innovation. With a rich history rooted in excellence and a future defined by growth and expansion, the company continues to shape the landscape of pharmaceutical dosage forms, setting new benchmarks for the industry to follow. As the demand for empty capsules continues to grow, Natural Capsules remains committed to delivering precision, quality, and excellence with every capsule produced, thus reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in pharmaceutical manufacturing.