💊 WHY DO TABLETS FAIL? | Top 6 Manufacturing Defects
Even small tablet defects can lead to batch rejection, regulatory observations, or product recalls.
🔍 Key Takeaways
• ✅ Capping: Often caused by trapped air or insufficient binder.
• ✅ Lamination: Usually linked to formulation or compression issues.
• ✅ Sticking & Picking: Frequently due to excess moisture or poor lubrication.
• ✅ Mottling: Indicates non-uniform color distribution or mixing problems.
• ✅ Cracking: May result from over-drying or excessive compression stress.
💡 Pro Tip:
Quality is built into the manufacturing process—not inspected into the final product.
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