Pentadecanoic acid (C15) gummy manufacturing
The odd-chain fatty acid at the center of the longevity category, formulated into a gummy.
Pentadecanoic acid (C15) is an odd-chain saturated fatty acid that has become one of the most talked-about longevity ingredients, studied for cellular and metabolic health. HBM manufactures C15 into a gummy, 100 mg per gummy in a sugar-free, vegan base, and offers it as the Pentadecanoic Acid (C15) Longevity Gummies stock formula, ready to manufacture under a brand.
Why C15 is made into a gummy
Most C15 on the market is a softgel or capsule. A gummy is a differentiated format for the category, easier to take daily and better for a lifestyle longevity brand. The formulation work is carrying a meaningful 100 mg dose of pentadecanoic acid in a stable pectin gummy without an oily or waxy mouthfeel, which HBM handles with a controlled base and coating.
Dosing and stability
C15 is a fatty acid, so the quality steps are dose accuracy and oxidative stability across shelf life. HBM formulates at 100 mg per gummy with process control and stability testing so the label claim holds, and pairs it in the CellSpa stock formula with ergothioneine, spermidine, and vegan D3 plus K2 for a full cellular-health stack.
A longevity-category ingredient
C15 sits alongside spermidine and ergothioneine as a modern longevity active, which is why it pairs well in a multi-active gummy rather than a single-ingredient softgel. HBM keeps the base sugar-free, vegan, and allergen-free so the finished gummy suits a clean longevity positioning.
Format and minimums
HBM runs gummies in-house on continuous depositing lines in St. Petersburg, FL, in jar, bottle, pouch, and single-serve formats. The gummy MOQ and pilot-batch path are walked through at quote, with a formal preliminary estimate back in 24 hours.
Ingredient at a glance
| Common name | Pentadecanoic acid (C15) |
|---|---|
| Type | Odd-chain saturated fatty acid |
| Typical gummy dose | 100 mg per gummy |
| Pairs with | Spermidine, ergothioneine, vitamin D3 + K2 |
| Base | Sugar-free, vegan, pectin-set |
| Call-outs | Vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, allergen-free |
| Best format | Gummy |
FAQ
Can pentadecanoic acid (C15) be made into a gummy?
Yes. HBM manufactures C15 as a gummy at 100 mg per gummy in a sugar-free, vegan pectin base, offered as a stock longevity formula.
How much C15 is in HBM's gummy?
100 mg of pentadecanoic acid per gummy, alongside spermidine, ergothioneine, and vegan vitamin D3 and K2.
Is the C15 gummy vegan and sugar-free?
Yes. The base is vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, and allergen-free, with no artificial colors or flavors.
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