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, BB tooling, DB 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 |
Available Tooling Standards
| Tooling Standard | Max Tablet Size | Die OD |
|---|---|---|
| D Tooling | Up to 25mm | 38.10mm |
| B Tooling | Up to 18.5mm | 30.16mm |
| BB Tooling | Up to 18.5mm | 24mm |
| DB Tooling | Up to 25mm | 30.16mm |
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.