Abstract: The present invention relates to apparatus and methods for removing powder from the exterior of capsules. An exemplary capsule removal apparatus includes an input for receiving the one or more capsules having powder thereon. Connected to the input is a screen that is configured to remove the dust from the capsules. The screen may include a plurality of openings therein through which the powder can fall from the capsules. A vibration motor may also cause the screen to vibrate to facilitate the removal of the powder. The screen may further be contained within a housing having a powder collector connected thereto. The powder collector may be a sliding tray within the housing in which the powder is collected as it falls through the screen, thereby allowing the collected powder to be accounted for and optionally reused.