Oral Dissolving Film Strips.
Your brand. Our manufacturing.
We manufacture custom oral dissolving film strips in our cGMP-certified U.S. facility — from formulation development to private-label packaging and fulfillment. Palatal and buccal delivery with high bioavailability. Launch your own line of vitamin strips, wellness films, or nutraceutical products.
The Technology
What are oral dissolving film strips?
Oral dissolving films (ODF) — also called oral thin films (OTF), dissolving strips, sublingual strips, mouth-dissolving strips, fast-dissolving strips, dissolvable strips, tongue strips, melt strips, oral melts, buccal films, or orally disintegrating strips — are thin, flexible polymer-based films that dissolve on the roof of the mouth or inside the cheek within seconds. Unlike pills, capsules, or gummies, ODF strips deliver active ingredients directly through the oral mucosa, providing faster onset of action and higher bioavailability for many compounds.
The technology was originally developed for pharmaceutical applications — anti-nausea medications, pain relief, and allergy treatments. Over the past decade, oral dissolving films have rapidly expanded into the supplement, vitamin, and nutraceutical markets, driven by consumer demand for convenient, fast-acting, and portable delivery formats. Vitamin strips, energy strips, sleep strips, collagen strips, and wellness strips have become mainstream product categories. The global oral thin film market is projected to reach $5.6 billion by 2031, growing at over 9% annually.
Whether you call them dissolving strips, sublingual films, quick-dissolve strips, or edible film strips — the concept is the same: a precise, pre-measured dose in a pocket-sized format that works anywhere. No water needed, no swallowing large pills, no sugar-loaded gummies, and no measuring liquid doses. From the gym bag to the nightstand to the carry-on, oral dissolving strips are the modern format for supplement delivery.
Also Known As
Oral dissolving films go by many names across the industry. You might know them as dissolving strips, mouth dissolving strips, sublingual strips, oral thin films (OTF), fast-dissolving strips, quick-dissolve strips, dissolvable strips, tongue strips, melt strips, oral melts, edible film strips, buccal films, orally disintegrating strips, or thin film supplements. Whatever you call them, we manufacture them — custom formulated, private-label ready, and produced under cGMP protocols in our U.S. facility.
Why TruMedica
Manufacturing built for quality and scale.
From formulation to fulfillment — every step happens under one roof with cGMP protocols, batch traceability, and third-party testing.
Rapid Oral Mucosal Absorption
Oral dissolving films are placed on the roof of the mouth or inside the cheek and dissolve in seconds. Active ingredients are absorbed directly through the oral mucosa — bypassing the digestive system for faster onset and higher bioavailability compared to traditional capsules, tablets, or gummies.
Precise, Consistent Dosing
Every strip is manufactured with uniform dosing across the entire production batch. No measuring, no splitting tablets, no variability between doses. Each unit delivers exactly the formulated amount — critical for both consumer confidence and regulatory compliance.
2-Year Shelf Life, No Refrigeration
Our oral dissolving film strips are room-temperature stable with a 2-year shelf life. No cold-chain logistics, no refrigeration requirements. Easy to store, easy to ship, easy for end consumers to carry — from gym bags to travel kits.
cGMP Manufactured in the USA
Every batch is produced under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) protocols in our U.S.-based production facility. Full batch documentation, third-party testing, and traceability from raw material receipt through finished product release.
Private Label & White Label Ready
Launch your own branded oral dissolving film line. We handle everything from formulation to packaging design, pouch printing, and carton assembly. Your brand identity on the shelf — our manufacturing quality behind the scenes.
Custom Formulation Services
Bring your own formula or work with our formulation team to develop something new. We support custom active ingredients, flavor profiles, dosage strengths, film sizes, and packaging configurations. From concept to commercially-ready product.
Formulation Library
Ready-to-launch formulations.
Or build your own.
Choose from our library of proven formulations or work with our team to develop something custom. Every category below is available for private-label production.
Vitamins & Multivitamins
Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3, Vitamin C, multivitamin complexes, and biotin strips. High-demand wellness staples in a faster-absorbing format.
Sleep & Relaxation
Melatonin, magnesium glycinate, L-theanine, GABA, and calming botanical blends. Fast-dissolving strips for bedtime routines.
Focus & Cognitive
Nootropic and cognitive support formulations including caffeine + L-theanine, lion's mane, alpha-GPC, and focus blends.
Wellness & Immunity
Elderberry, zinc, echinacea, turmeric, and immunity support blends. Seasonal wellness products in convenient strip format.
Beauty & Collagen
Collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid, biotin, and beauty-from-within formulations. Premium positioning for the beauty supplement market.
Hydration & Electrolytes
Electrolyte strips with sodium, potassium, magnesium, and hydration blends for athletes, travelers, and everyday use.
Botanical & Herbal
Ashwagandha, CBD, kratom, and herbal wellness formulations. Plant-based actives in a modern delivery format.
Custom & Specialty
NAD+, peptide-adjacent compounds, pre-workout blends, and custom formulations. If it can be formulated into an oral film, we can produce it.
Don't see your formulation? We develop custom oral dissolving film formulations for any active ingredient. Request a custom quote →
How It Works
From concept to market.
Four steps.
Discovery & Formulation
We start with your product concept — whether you have a specific formula in mind or need our team to develop one. We evaluate active ingredients for oral film compatibility, determine optimal dosage, and create initial formulations for review.
Prototyping & Testing
Sample strips are produced for evaluation. We test dissolution time, taste profile, stability, and active ingredient content. You review samples, provide feedback, and we iterate until the product meets your exact specifications.
Branding & Packaging
Design your packaging or work with our team. We produce individual foil pouches, printed cartons, display boxes, and retail-ready packaging. Your brand identity, our production quality — finished product ready for shelves or e-commerce.
Production & Fulfillment
Full-scale manufacturing using our solvent-casting production line under cGMP protocols. Each batch includes Certificate of Analysis, full traceability documentation, and quality release. We can ship to your warehouse or drop-ship directly.
Production Excellence
How our ODF strips are made.
Every oral dissolving film strip is manufactured using precision solvent-casting technology with cGMP protocols at every stage.
Formulation & Slurry Preparation
Active ingredients, polymers (pullulan or HPMC), plasticizers, flavorings, and colorants are precisely weighed and combined into a uniform slurry. This step ensures consistent composition across the entire batch.
Solvent Casting Process
The formulated slurry is cast onto a specialized substrate using precision casting equipment. The wet film passes through drying chambers with controlled temperature and humidity to evaporate the solvent.
Film Drying & Conditioning
The film moves through multi-stage drying tunnels where solvent is removed under cGMP-controlled conditions. Dried film is then conditioned to achieve target flexibility and dissolution characteristics.
Cutting & Sizing
The dried film sheet is cut to precise dimensions using rotary cutting dies. Each strip is cut to exact size specifications — whether standard 5cm x 2cm strips or custom dimensions for your brand.
Dissolution Testing
QC samples from each production batch are tested for dissolution time in simulated oral fluid. All strips must dissolve in under 60 seconds at 37°C.
Individual Pouch Packaging
Each strip is immediately placed into individual moisture-barrier foil pouches using automated packaging equipment. Pouches are heat-sealed and inspected for integrity.
Carton Assembly & Labeling
Individual pouches are counted and placed into custom printed cartons with product information, ingredient lists, and dosage instructions. Labels are applied and verified for accuracy.
Final QC & Release
Finished product undergoes final inspection — appearance, weight, seal integrity, label accuracy. Third-party testing confirms potency, purity, and microbial limits. Certificate of Analysis is issued for each batch.
Custom Development
Custom formulation services.
We develop oral dissolving film formulations with a wide range of active ingredients, flavors, and film specifications.
Base Film Materials
We formulate oral dissolving films using proven, FDA-safe film-forming polymers that deliver consistent dissolution and bioavailability:
- Pullulan — Fast dissolving, clean taste, premium feel
- HPMC (Hypromellose) — Versatile, stable, cost-effective
- PVA (Polyvinyl Alcohol) — High moisture barrier, extended shelf life
- Gelatin-based films — Traditional pharmaceutical standard
- Starch derivatives — Plant-based alternatives
Active Ingredient Compatibility
We formulate with a wide range of nutraceutical actives. Our R&D team evaluates stability, dissolution impact, and interaction effects:
- Vitamins & minerals (B12, D3, C, magnesium, zinc)
- Amino acids & peptides (L-theanine, citrulline, collagen)
- Herbal extracts (ashwagandha, lion's mane, rhodiola)
- Stimulants & nootropics (caffeine, alpha-GPC, NAD+)
- Electrolytes & ions (sodium, potassium, calcium)
Flavoring & Masking
Taste is critical to compliance. We develop flavor profiles that appeal to your target market while masking strong, bitter, or off-flavors from active ingredients. Options include:
- Mint, citrus, berry, tropical, vanilla, melon
- Natural vs. artificial flavor systems
- Color-matched visual branding
- Sweetener options (stevia, sorbitol, xylitol)
- Bitter masking technology for challenging actives
Custom Specifications
Every aspect of your oral dissolving film can be customized to match your brand positioning and user preferences:
- Film size & thickness (thin wafers to large strips)
- Dosage strength (any mg from sub-mg to multi-gram)
- Single-layer or multi-layer formulations
- Target dissolution time (3 sec to 5+ minutes)
- Stability at room temperature (2+ years guaranteed)
Brand Control
Packaging & private label options.
From individual pouches to retail-ready packaging, we handle every step of packaging and branding.
Individual Foil Pouches
Each strip in its own moisture-barrier pouch with custom printing of your brand, dosage, and ingredients. Ideal for retail and e-commerce.
Multi-Strip Cards
5-10 strips on a tear-off card, perfect for monthly supply packs or blister-style presentation. Custom card designs and colors.
Custom Printed Cartons
30-60 count boxes with full-color design, ingredient info, QR codes, and barcode. Shelf-ready or direct-to-consumer ready.
Private Label
Your brand, completely. We handle product development, manufacturing, and packaging under your trademark. Full brand control.
White Label
Start with a ready-made formulation from our library, apply your branding, and launch immediately. Fast time-to-market without R&D investment.
Fulfillment Services
Beyond manufacturing — we offer order fulfillment, warehouse management, and drop-shipping to your customers directly.
Design & Compliance Support
We don't just manufacture — we guide you through the entire packaging process. Our team helps with label design, ingredient disclosure, dosage recommendations, and regulatory compliance across different markets.
- Label design & printing
- Barcode generation & integration
- Nutritional facts panel layout
- Regulatory compliance (FDA, FTC)
- International shipping documentation
- QR code & tracking setup
Market Categories
Applications & use cases.
Oral dissolving film strips are produced across dozens of nutraceutical categories.
Wellness Supplements
Vitamins, minerals, and general wellness formulations — B12, vitamin D3, vitamin C, magnesium, zinc, collagen peptides, and multivitamin complexes. High-volume consumer staples.
Sleep & Relaxation
Melatonin, magnesium glycinate, L-theanine, GABA, ashwagandha, and herbal calm blends. Perfect for bedtime routines — dissolves quickly, no water needed.
Energy & Focus
Caffeine + L-theanine blends, nootropic stacks with alpha-GPC and lion's mane, B-complex energy, and mental clarity formulations for productivity.
Immunity & Antioxidant
Vitamin C, zinc, elderberry, echinacea, turmeric, ginger, and immunity-support blends. Seasonal wellness products with convenient dosing.
Beauty & Hair, Skin, Nails
Collagen peptides, biotin, hyaluronic acid, marine collagen, and beauty-from-within formulations. Premium positioning in the beauty supplement space.
Athletic & Performance
Pre-workout formulations, post-workout recovery blends, electrolyte strips, amino acids, and sports nutrition in a portable, quick-dissolving format.
Herbal & Botanical
Ashwagandha, adaptogens, CBD-compatible formulations, kratom, and plant-based wellness blends. Modern delivery for traditional remedies.
Specialty & Longevity
NAD+ precursors, peptide-adjacent compounds, resveratrol, NMN, and advanced formulations for the direct-to-consumer longevity market.
Step by Step
Launch your strip brand in 6 steps.
From initial idea to inventory-ready product, here's exactly how we work with brands to bring oral dissolving films to market.
Inquiry & Discovery Call
Contact our team with your product concept. We discuss your target market, budget, timeline, and brand positioning. No commitment — just a conversation about what's possible.
Formulation Consultation
Either use one of our ready-made formulations from the library, or work with our R&D team to develop something custom. We evaluate active ingredients, dosage, flavor, and film specifications.
Sample Production & Testing
We produce sample strips for you to evaluate — taste, texture, dissolution speed, potency. You review and approve, or we iterate based on your feedback.
Packaging Design & Branding
Design your pouches, cartons, and labels or work with our design team. Finalize colors, fonts, ingredient lists, and compliance messaging for your target market.
Full-Scale Production
We manufacture your product in full cGMP compliance. Each batch includes Certificate of Analysis, full traceability documentation, and third-party testing confirmation.
Packaging & Fulfillment
Finished product is packaged into your branded cartons and pouches, then shipped to your warehouse or directly to customers via our fulfillment partners.
Why Choose TruMedica?
cGMP Certified
Every batch manufactured under current Good Manufacturing Practice protocols in our U.S.-based facility.
End-to-End Service
From formulation to fulfillment — we handle everything so you can focus on growing your brand.
Proven Experience
We've launched dozens of successful oral dissolving film brands. We know what works and what doesn't.
Why Strips
ODF strips vs. traditional supplements.
Who We Work With
From startups to established brands.
We manufacture oral dissolving film strips for a wide range of businesses — whether you're launching your first product or scaling an existing line.
Supplement Brands
New or existing supplement brands looking to add oral dissolving strips to their product lineup. Private-label ready with your branding.
E-Commerce & DTC Brands
Direct-to-consumer wellness brands selling through Shopify, Amazon, or their own platforms. Modern consumers want modern delivery formats.
Health & Wellness Companies
Wellness companies, health clinics, and practitioners who want branded supplement strips for their patients or retail channels.
Beauty & Skincare Brands
Beauty-from-within brands adding ingestible strips — collagen, biotin, hyaluronic acid — to their product lines.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
First-time founders launching a new vitamin or wellness strip brand. We guide you from concept to shelf-ready product.
Distributors & Retailers
Wholesale distributors and retail buyers looking for private-label oral strip products for their store brands or catalog.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about ODF manufacturing.
Oral dissolving films — also called oral thin films, dissolving strips, or fast-dissolving strips — are thin, flexible film strips placed on the roof of the mouth or inside the cheek, where they dissolve in seconds. Active ingredients are absorbed directly through the oral mucosa (the lining of the mouth), providing faster absorption and higher bioavailability than traditional pills, capsules, or gummies. The technology has been used in pharmaceuticals for years and is now rapidly expanding into the supplement, vitamin, and nutraceutical markets.
Our oral dissolving film strips are produced using the solvent-casting method — a process where active ingredients, polymers, plasticizers, and flavorings are combined into a uniform slurry, then cast onto a substrate and dried under controlled conditions to form a thin, flexible film. The film is then cut to size, individually pouched, and packaged. Every step follows cGMP protocols with full batch documentation and quality testing.
Minimum order quantities depend on the formulation complexity and packaging requirements. We work with emerging brands launching their first product run as well as established companies scaling to high-volume production. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements and we'll provide a detailed quote.
Yes. We offer full custom formulation services — from ingredient selection and dosage optimization to flavor development and stability testing. Bring your own formula, or work with our formulation team to develop something new. We specialize in vitamins, botanicals, amino acids, nootropics, and a wide range of nutraceutical actives.
Our production facility operates under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) protocols. Every batch undergoes third-party testing for potency, purity, and consistency. Full batch documentation, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and traceability records are included with every production run.
Yes — private-label and white-label manufacturing is a core part of our business. We handle formulation, production, packaging design, pouch printing, carton assembly, and fulfillment. You receive finished, retail-ready product under your brand name. We stay behind the scenes.
Timelines vary based on formulation complexity and order volume. A standard project using an existing formulation from our library can be ready in weeks. Custom formulations with new ingredient development, stability testing, and custom packaging typically take longer. We'll provide a detailed timeline during the discovery phase.
We offer a wide range of flavor profiles including mint, berry, citrus, tropical, vanilla, and more. Custom flavor development is available for brands that want a unique taste profile. Flavor masking for bitter or strong-tasting active ingredients is a standard part of our formulation process.
For many applications, yes. Oral dissolving films offer advantages over traditional dosage forms: faster absorption, no water needed, easier compliance for people who struggle with pills, and a more modern consumer experience. They're particularly popular in the vitamin, sleep, energy, and beauty supplement categories where convenience and speed of onset matter.
Yes. We produce in the USA and can ship domestically or internationally. Export documentation and compliance support is available for brands selling in international markets.
Minimum order quantities vary based on formulation complexity, custom packaging design, and production timeline. We work with emerging brands launching their first 5,000-unit run as well as established companies scaling to 500,000+ units. Contact our sales team with your production volume target, and we'll provide a detailed quote and MOQ breakdown.
Timelines depend on several factors: For standard formulations using our proven library, production typically takes 6-10 weeks from order to finished, packaged product. Custom formulations with new ingredient development and stability testing may take 12-16 weeks. Rush production is available for additional fees. We provide a detailed timeline during the discovery phase and honor our delivery commitments.
Absolutely. The sampling process is a critical part of our development workflow. We produce 100-500 unit sample batches so you can evaluate taste, texture, dissolution speed, and potency before committing to full-scale production. Sampling fees vary by formulation complexity. Once you approve the sample, those production insights are carried forward into your full batch at no additional charge.
Our production facility operates under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) protocols. Every batch is produced with full traceability documentation, third-party testing for potency/purity/microbial limits, and a signed Certificate of Analysis (CoA). We are registered with the FDA and comply with all applicable regulations for dietary supplement manufacturing. International certifications (ISO standards, GMP equivalency in other markets) can be arranged for export customers.
Yes — packaging design and regulatory compliance is included in our service. We work with your design brief (or create designs from scratch) for carton graphics, pouch printing, and label layouts. Our team ensures all ingredient disclosures, dosage instructions, warning statements, and regulatory language are correct for your target market. We also assist with barcode generation, QR codes, and international compliance for export customers.
Standard formulations using our proven polymers and packaging have a minimum 2-year shelf life at room temperature when stored in proper moisture-barrier pouches. Stability data is generated during the development phase and confirmed through accelerated stability testing. Some formulations may achieve 3+ years of stability depending on active ingredients and storage conditions. Full shelf-life data is provided with your Certificate of Analysis.
Yes. Custom flavor development is a standard service. We work with your target demographic to develop taste profiles that maximize compliance and appeal. We offer natural and artificial flavor systems, sweetener options (stevia, sorbitol, xylitol, sugar), and color-matching to your brand identity. Bitter-masking technology is available for challenging actives. Flavor development is included in our formulation consultation process.
Quality assurance is non-negotiable. Every batch is tested for dissolution time, active ingredient potency, microbial limits, and appearance. If a batch fails any QC metric, it does not leave our facility. We either remediate the batch (if possible) or restart production at no additional cost to you. This commitment to quality is why brands trust TruMedica for their manufacturing — your brand reputation depends on our execution.
Your brand.
Our manufacturing.
Launch your own line of oral dissolving film strips with cGMP manufacturing, private-label packaging, and full fulfillment support. From concept to market — we handle production.