Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market (Size: Large Capsules, Medium Capsules, and Small Capsules)- Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Regional Outlook and Forecasts, 2022-2030

The global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules market size was estimated at USD 2.9 billion in 2021 and is expected to surpass around USD 4.8 billion by 2030 and poised to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9% during the forecast period 2022 to 2030.

Overview of Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market

Liquid filled hard capsule refers to a technology that offers an advanced form of dosage in two different types—hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) and gelatin—for multi-particulate, paste, semisolid, and liquid applications. Currently, pharmaceutical companies require various types of dosage forms and technologies with developed customized solutions in order to improve the method of delivery of products to specific areas of the body. Significant applications of liquid filled hard capsules are projected to boost the global liquid filled hard capsules market from 2022 to 2031. Demand for liquid filled hard capsules has increased substantially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Report Scope of the Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market

Report Coverage

Details

Market Size

USD 4.8 Billion by 2030

Growth Rate

CAGR of 7.9% from 2022 to 2030

Largest Market

North America

Fastest Growing Market

Asia Pacific

Base Year

2021

Forecast Period

2022 to 2030

Segments Covered

Size, Application, End-user And Geography,

Companies Mentioned

  •  ACG
  • Altasciences
  • CapsCanada Corporation
  • Erawat Pharma Limited
  • Farmacapsulas S.A.
  • Fine USA Trading, Inc.
  • HealthCaps India Ltd.
  • Lefancaps
  • Lonza Group
  • PLx Pharma Inc.
  • QUALICAPS
  • Roxlor

 

Rise in Commercialization of Gelatin Capsule-based Drug Delivery Systems to Drive Global Market

Gelatin capsules are better carriers owing to their capability to encapsulate lipophilic and hydrophilic drugs, and provide protection from degradation. These can act as efficient solubilizing matrices and offer better absorption rates. Gelatin-based immediate-release (IR), extended-release (ER), and delayed-release (DR) formulations perform better than traditional formulations, leading to improved efficacy and better patient compliance. These benefits are resulting in increased acceptance of gelatin-based capsules. This is drives the global liquid filled hard capsules market. Gelatin capsules derived from bovine, porcine, and marine sources have proven beneficial vis-à-vis other natural gelatin based on low toxicity, non-antigenicity, high stability, and high nutritional value parameters. Gelatin capsules exhibit high sustained release of various drugs, owing to their high adsorption capacity and high dispersion ability in the water.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Seizing Lucrative Opportunities in Canada

Companies are striving to bring over-the-counter drug manufacturing to North America. CapsCanada, a Lyfe Group company, announced the launch of new liquid filled hard capsule manufacturing service in North America. Liquid filled hard capsule manufacturers are increasing efforts to support the entire manufacturing process, right from formulation and development to full-scale production. Thus, companies are partnering with leading manufacturers of generic and branded drugs in Canada.

In order to increase revenue streams and bolster credibility, manufacturers in the liquid filled hard capsules market are striving to gain the approval of Health Canada, the department of the Government of Canada responsible for national health policy. Liquid filled hard capsule manufacturers in Canada are investing in fully analytical labs that conduct licensing for controlled drugs & substances, including narcotics, and a choice of blister or bottle packaging.

Technological Advancements and Rise in Preference to Drive Medium Capsules Segment

In terms of size, the global liquid filled hard capsules market has been classified into large capsules, medium capsules, and small capsules. The large capsules segment has been split into size 000 and size 00 & 00E. The medium capsules segment has been categorized into size 0 & 0E, size 1, and size 2. The small capsules segment has been segregated into size 3, size 4, and size 5.

The medium capsules segment is likely to witness strong growth due to the increase in usage of medium capsules with advanced technological development.

Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Addressing HPAPI Challenges

Based on application, the global liquid filled hard capsules market has been segmented into drugs, vitamins & mineral, amino acids, peptides & proteins, lipids, and others.

Highly potent or highly toxic active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) require specialized handling. Therefore, companies in the liquid filled hard capsules market are boosting their output capacities in hard-shell liquid fill capsules. Liquid filled capsule products continue to be seen principally as a mechanism to increase bioavailability for poorly soluble drugs. However, they have the potential to address low-dose HPAPI (highly potent API) challenges.

Encapsulated liquid based products offer a proven approach to overcome challenges associated with development, commercial manufacturing, and scale-up of highly potent APIs. These trends are translating into revenue opportunities for companies in the liquid filled hard capsules market. Liquid fill capsules enable the incorporation of an API powder into a liquid formulation, either as a solution or as a suspended solid.

Launch of New Therapeutics to Propel Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies Segment

In terms of end-user, the global liquid filled hard capsules market has been divided into pharmaceutical & biopharmaceutical companies, nutrition supplement manufacturers, and others.

Pharmaceutical & biopharmaceutical companies are increasingly investing in development and launch of new therapeutics. For instance, in 2018, 19 of the 59 novel approved drugs were considered first-in-class, 34 received orphan designation for treating rare diseases, and 24 received fast-track designation, as they are intended for serious conditions with unmet medical needs.

Regional Outlook of Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market

North America accounted for the largest market share of around 37.8% in terms of revenue in 2021. The region is projected to dominate the global liquid filled hard capsules market during the forecast period. The market in North America is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2022 to 2030.

Europe is expected to be the second most lucrative market for liquid filled hard capsules during the forecast period. The region held 28% share of the global market in 2021. The market in the region is likely to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest growing market from 2022 to 2030. This can be ascribed to the shift in production bases of several global manufacturers to the region due to high unmet medical needs and untapped growth opportunities. Additionally, rapid economic development in emerging countries such as India and China and increase in healthcare expenditure are projected to augment the liquid filled hard capsules market in Asia Pacific.

Analysis of Key Players in Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market

The global liquid filled hard capsules market is highly fragmented, with the presence of large number of players. ACG, Altasciences, CapsCanada Corporation, Erawat Pharma Limited, Farmacapsulas S.A., Fine USA Trading, Inc., HealthCaps India Ltd., Lefancaps, Lonza Group, PLx Pharma, Inc., QUALICAPS, and Roxlor are some of the key players operating in the market. These players have adopted various strategies such as geographical expansion, investments in building new manufacturing facilities for liquid filled hard capsules, and mergers & acquisitions to establish a strong distribution network.

Key Developments in Global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market

  • On May 23, 2022, Lonza announced that it will invest in additional inhalation capabilities
  • On May 09, 2022, Lonza expanded its Capsugel product offering with a titanium dioxide-free (TiO2-free) white hard gelatin capsule, fulfilling the evolving demand of its customers to meet new titanium dioxide-free requirements for foods in the European Union
  • On February 08, 2021, Qualicaps Europe S.A.U. expanded its presence to South Asia, following its expansion in Middle East & Africa in 2020

Some of the prominent players in the Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market include:

  • ACG
  • Altasciences
  • CapsCanada Corporation
  • Erawat Pharma Limited
  • Farmacapsulas S.A.
  • Fine USA Trading, Inc.
  • HealthCaps India Ltd.
  • Lefancaps
  • Lonza Group
  • PLx Pharma Inc.
  • QUALICAPS
  • Roxlor

Segments Covered in the Report

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2017 to 2030. For this study, Nova one advisor, Inc. has segmented the global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules market

  • Size
    • Large Capsules
      • Size 000
      • Size 00 & 00E
    • Medium Capsules
      • Size 0 & 0E
      • Size 1
      • Size 2
    • Small Capsules
      • Size 3
      • Size 4
      • Size 5
  • Application
    • Drugs
    • Vitamins & Minerals
    • Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
    • Lipids
    • Others
  • End-user
    • Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies
    • Nutrition Supplement Manufacturers
    • Others

By Geography

North America

  • U.S.
  • Canada

Europe

  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

  • Brazil
  • Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa (MEA)

  • GCC
  • North Africa
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Benefits for Stakeholders

  • This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules industry analysis from 2022 to 2030 to identify the prevailing Liquid Filled Hard Capsules industry opportunity.
  • The market research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
  • Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
  • In-depth analysis of the global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules industry segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
  • Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
  • Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
  • The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules industry trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.

Chapter 1. Introduction

    1.1. Market Definition and Scope

    1.2. Market Segmentation

    1.3. Key Research Objectives

    1.4. Research Highlights

2. Assumptions and Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary: Global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market

4. Market Overview

    4.1. Introduction

        4.1.1. Size Definition

        4.1.2. Industry Evolution / Developments

    4.2. Overview

    4.3. Market Dynamics

        4.3.1. Drivers

        4.3.2. Restraints

        4.3.3. Opportunities

    4.4. Global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast, 2017–2030

        4.4.1. Market Revenue Projections (US$ Mn)

    4.5. Porter’s Five Force Analysis

5. Key Insights

    5.1. U.S. Dietary Supplements Regulatory Overview

    5.2. Regulation of Dietary Supplements, by Country

    5.3. Un-denatured Type II Collagen Analysis

    5.4. Key Industry Events

    5.5. COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Industry (value chain and short / mid / long term impact)

6. Global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast, by Size

    6.1. Introduction & Definition

    6.2. Key Findings / Developments

    6.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Size, 2017–2030

        6.3.1. Large Capsules

            6.3.1.1. Size 000

            6.3.1.2. Size 00 & 00E

        6.3.2. Medium Capsules

            6.3.2.1. Size 0 & 0E

            6.3.2.2. Size 1

            6.3.2.3. Size 2

        6.3.3. Small Capsules

            6.3.3.1. Size 3

            6.3.3.2. Size 4

            6.3.3.3. Size 5

    6.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Size

7. Global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast, by Application

    7.1. Introduction & Definition

    7.2. Key Findings / Developments

    7.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Application, 2017–2030

        7.3.1. Drugs

        7.3.2. Vitamins & Mineral

        7.3.3. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins

        7.3.4. Lipids

        7.3.5. Others

    7.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Application

8. Global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast, by End-user

    8.1. Introduction & Definition

    8.2. Key Findings / Developments

    8.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030

        8.3.1. Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies

        8.3.2. Nutrition Supplement Manufacturers

        8.3.3. Others

    8.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis, by End-user/p>

9. Global Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast, by Region

    9.1. Key Findings

    9.2. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Region

        9.2.1. North America

        9.2.2. Europe

        9.2.3. Asia

        9.2.4. Latin America

        9.2.5. Middle East & Africa

    9.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Region

10. North America Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast

    10.1. Introduction

        10.1.1. Key Findings

    10.2. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Size, 2017–2030

        10.2.1. Large Capsules

            10.2.1.1. Size 000

            10.2.1.2. Size 00 & 00E

        10.2.2. Medium Capsules

            10.2.2.1. Size 0 & 0E

            10.2.2.2. Size 1

            10.2.2.3. Size 2

        10.2.3. Small Capsules

            10.2.3.1. Size 3

            10.2.3.2. Size 4

            10.2.3.3. Size 5

    10.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Application, 2017–2030

        10.3.1. Drugs

        10.3.2. Vitamins & Mineral

        10.3.3. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins

        10.3.4. Lipids

        10.3.5. Others

    10.4. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030

        10.4.1. Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies

        10.4.2. Nutrition Supplement Manufacturers

        10.4.3. Others

    10.5. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Country, 2017–2030

        10.5.1. U.S.

        10.5.2. Canada

    10.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        10.6.1. by Size

        10.6.2. by Application

        10.6.3. by End-user

        10.6.4. by Country

11. Europe Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast

    11.1. Introduction

        11.1.1. Key Findings

    11.2. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Size, 2017–2030

        11.2.1. Large Capsules

            11.2.1.1. Size 000

            11.2.1.2. Size 00 & 00E

        11.2.2. Medium Capsules

            11.2.2.1. Size 0 & 0E

            11.2.2.2. Size 1

            11.2.2.3. Size 2

        11.2.3. Small Capsules

            11.2.3.1. Size 3

            11.2.3.2. Size 4

            11.2.3.3. Size 5

    11.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Application, 2017–2030

        11.3.1. Drugs

        11.3.2. Vitamins & Mineral

        11.3.3. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins

        11.3.4. Lipids

        11.3.5. Others

    11.4. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030

        11.4.1. Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies

        11.4.2. Nutrition Supplement Manufacturers

        11.4.3. Others

    11.5. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030

        11.5.1. Germany

        11.5.2. U.K.

        11.5.3. France

        11.5.4. Spain

        11.5.5. Italy

        11.5.6. Rest of Europe

    11.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        11.6.1. by Size

        11.6.2. by Application

        11.6.3. by End-user

        11.6.4. by Country/Sub-region

12. Asia Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast

    12.1. Introduction

        12.1.1. Key Findings

    12.2. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Size, 2017–2030

        12.2.1. Large Capsules

            12.2.1.1. Size 000

            12.2.1.2. Size 00 & 00E

        12.2.2. Medium Capsules

            12.2.2.1. Size 0 & 0E

            12.2.2.2. Size 1

            12.2.2.3. Size 2

        12.2.3. Small Capsules

            12.2.3.1. Size 3

            12.2.3.2. Size 4

            12.2.3.3. Size 5

    12.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Application, 2017–2030

        12.3.1. Drugs

        12.3.2. Vitamins & Mineral

        12.3.3. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins

        12.3.4. Lipids

        12.3.5. Others

    12.4. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030

        12.4.1. Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies

        12.4.2. Nutrition Supplement Manufacturers

        12.4.3. Others

    12.5. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030

        12.5.1. Japan

        12.5.2. China

        12.5.3. India

        12.5.4. Australia & New Zealand

        12.5.5. Rest of Asia

    12.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        12.6.1. by Size

        12.6.2. by Application

        12.6.3. by End-user

        12.6.4. by Country/Sub-region

13. Latin America Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast

    13.1. Introduction

        13.1.1. Key Findings

    13.2. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Size, 2017–2030

        13.2.1. Large Capsules

            13.2.1.1. Size 000

            13.2.1.2. Size 00 & 00E

        13.2.2. Medium Capsules

            13.2.2.1. Size 0 & 0E

            13.2.2.2. Size 1

            13.2.2.3. Size 2

        13.2.3. Small Capsules

            13.2.3.1. Size 3

            13.2.3.2. Size 4

            13.2.3.3. Size 5

    13.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Application, 2017–2030

        13.3.1. Drugs

        13.3.2. Vitamins & Mineral

        13.3.3. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins

        13.3.4. Lipids

        13.3.5. Others

    13.4. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030

        13.4.1. Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies

        13.4.2. Nutrition Supplement Manufacturers

        13.4.3. Others

    13.5. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030

        13.5.1. Brazil

        13.5.2. Mexico

        13.5.3. Rest of Latin America

    13.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        13.6.1. by Size

        13.6.2. by Application

        13.6.3. by End-user

        13.6.4. by Country/Sub-region

14. Middle East & Africa Liquid Filled Hard Capsules Market Analysis and Forecast

    14.1. Introduction

        14.1.1. Key Findings

    14.2. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Size, 2017–2030

        14.2.1. Large Capsules

            14.2.1.1. Size 000

            14.2.1.2. Size 00 & 00E

        14.2.2. Medium Capsules

            14.2.2.1. Size 0 & 0E

            14.2.2.2. Size 1

            14.2.2.3. Size 2

        14.2.3. Small Capsules

            14.2.3.1. Size 3

            14.2.3.2. Size 4

            14.2.3.3. Size 5

    14.3. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Application, 2017–2030

        14.3.1. Drugs

        14.3.2. Vitamins & Mineral

        14.3.3. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins

        14.3.4. Lipids

        14.3.5. Others

    14.4. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030

        14.4.1. Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Companies

        14.4.2. Nutrition Supplement Manufacturers

        14.4.3. Others

    14.5. Market Value & Volume Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030

        14.5.1. GCC Countries

        14.5.2. South Africa

        14.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa

    14.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        14.6.1. by Size

        14.6.2. by Application

        14.6.3. by End-user

        14.6.4. by Country/Sub-region

15. Competition Landscape

    15.1. Market Player - Competition Matrix (by tier and size of companies)

    15.2. Market Share Analysis, by Company, 2021

    15.3. Company Profiles

        15.3.1. ACG

            15.3.1.1. Company Description

            15.3.1.2. Business Overview

            15.3.1.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.1.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.2. Altasciences

            15.3.2.1. Company Description

            15.3.2.2. Business Overview

            15.3.2.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.2.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.3. CapsCanada Corporation

            15.3.3.1. Company Description

            15.3.3.2. Business Overview

            15.3.3.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.3.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.4. Erawat Pharma Limited

            15.3.4.1. Company Description

            15.3.4.2. Business Overview

            15.3.4.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.4.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.5. Farmacapsulas S.A.

            15.3.5.1. Company Description

            15.3.5.2. Business Overview

            15.3.5.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.5.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.6. Fine USA Trading, Inc.

            15.3.6.1. Company Description

            15.3.6.2. Business Overview

            15.3.6.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.6.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.7. HealthCaps India Ltd.

            15.3.7.1. Company Description

            15.3.7.2. Business Overview

            15.3.7.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.7.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.8. Lefancaps

            15.3.8.1. Company Description

            15.3.8.2. Business Overview

            15.3.8.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.8.4. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.9. PLx Pharma, Inc.

            15.3.9.1. Company Description

            15.3.9.2. Financial Overview

            15.3.9.3. Business Overview

            15.3.9.4. Strategic Overview

            15.3.9.5.SWOT Analysis

        15.3.10. Lonza Group

            15.3.10.1. Company Description

            15.3.10.2. Financial Overview

            15.3.10.3. Business Overview

            15.3.10.4. Strategic Overview

            15.3.10.5. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.11. QUALICAPS

            15.3.11.1. Company Description

            15.3.11.2. Business Overview

            15.3.11.3 .Strategic Overview

            15.3.11.3. SWOT Analysis

        15.3.12. Roxlor

            15.3.12.1. Company Description

            15.3.12.2. Business Overview

            15.3.12.3. Strategic Overview

            15.3.12.4. SWOT Analysis

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