Redefining tablet coatings: beyond aesthetics to functionality and sustainability

Published: 2-Jan-2026

By investing in innovative coating technologies today, the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries can ensure resilience and relevance in an increasingly complex landscape

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By adding colour, gloss and branding appeal to plain dosage forms, tablet coatings have long served as the pharmaceutical industry’s aesthetic touchpoint.

In today’s landscape, wherein patient-centricity, regulatory scrutiny and environmental responsibility converge, coatings are strategic tools that go beyond visual appeal.

Damian Hernandez, General Manager, Film Coatings at Colorcon, reports.

Functionality is at the core of this transformation. Modern coatings play a crucial role in both drug delivery and stability. 

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