Star-shaped tablets are one of the most popular novelty shapes in confectionery and children's supplement manufacturing. The five-pointed or six-pointed star profile creates an instantly recognizable, fun tablet shape that appeals to consumers of all ages.
EMMKAY INDUSTRIES manufactures star shape tablet dies and punches with precision-ground points and consistent geometry in D tooling and B tooling standards.
Star Shape Specifications
| Configuration | 5-pointed star, 6-pointed star, custom point counts |
| Typical size | 6mm to 20mm across widest point |
| Tooling standards | D tooling, B tooling |
| Punch type | Keyed (orientation required) |
| Tip profiles | Flat-faced (most common), shallow concave |
| Embossing | Logo or text on central face area |
| Materials | EMMKAY Special Steel, OHNS, HCHC (D3), S7 |
| Coatings | Chrome, DLC, TiN, CrN |
| Price range | ₹2,000 – ₹3,000 per set |
| Minimum order | 10 sets |
Applications
Candy and Confectionery
Pressed candy tablets, novelty sweets, and branded mints. Star shapes are a top seller in confectionery tooling.
Children's Vitamins
Fun star shapes encourage children to take nutraceutical supplements. Popular for multivitamins and omega-3.
Ayurvedic Products
Branded herbal products with distinctive shelf appeal and product differentiation.
Promotional Products
Custom branded tablets for marketing campaigns and corporate gifting.
For high-volume production, consider our star multi-tip configuration. Pair star with moon shape for a popular star and moon combination.
Additional Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make stars with different numbers of points?
Yes. We manufacture 5-pointed, 6-pointed, and custom point configurations. Provide your design or concept and we will create the tooling. See our sample CAD drawings for reference, or visit our custom tablet dies page for the full ordering process.
What is the recommended material for candy star tablets?
OHNS with chrome plating for standard sugar-based formulations. For sticky or acidic formulations, consider TiN or CrN coatings. Read our punch coatings guide for a full comparison of all available coating options.
What other novelty shapes are available?
We also manufacture moon, fish, bottle, triangle, and fully custom shapes. See our sample CAD drawings for all available options.