Abstract: A capsule for preparing a beverage and/or nutritional product is disclosed that includes a body that forms a first compartment for liquid injection and a second compartment for containing beverage and/or nutritional ingredients. A separation wall separates the first and second compartments and includes an aperture for the liquid transfer from the first compartment to the second compartment. A separate liquid injector is inserted in and/or against the separation wall and is arranged for transferring liquid from the first compartment to the second compartment.

Abstract: The present invention provides a filter unit 10 for a capsule for preparing a beverage and/or nutritional product. The filter unit is designed to avoid clogging. The filter unit therefore comprises a second filter 50, which is provided upstream a first filter 40 in respect to the liquid flow through the filter unit 10. The second filter 50 has a pore size to hold back large particles such as scale, bio-film or iron oxide. The present invention is able to ensure a consistent liquid flow through the filter unit. The filter unit can be used with any kind of liquid source.

Abstract: A filter unit for a capsule for preparing a beverage and/or nutritional product is disclosed, along with a capsule containing same. Methods of production and use thereof are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a capsule (10) for preparing a beverage and/or nutritional product, comprising a body (20) for forming integrally a first compartment (21) for liquid injection and a second compartment (22) for containing beverage and/or nutritional ingredients, a separation wall (30) for separating the first compartment (21) and the second compartment (22), the separation wall (30) comprising an aperture (31) for the liquid transfer from the first compartment to the second compartment, a separate liquid injector (40) comprising a liquid inlet (41) and a liquid outlet (42), wherein the liquid injector (40) is inserted in and/or against the separation wall (30), and is arranged for transferring liquid from the first compartment (21) to the second compartment (22).