Japan Empty Capsules Market Report by Type, Raw Material (Pig Meat, Bovine Meat, Bone, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, and Others), Functionality, Therapeutic Application, End User, and Region 2025-2033

Description

Japan empty capsules market size reached USD 193.0 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 343.0 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6% during 2025-2033. The growing pharmaceutical industry on account of aging regional population and the need for innovative drug delivery methods to encapsulate medications, making them more palatable and easier to administer, is driving the market.

Empty capsules are pharmaceutical shells made from gelatin or alternative materials designed to hold various substances in a convenient and ingestible form. These capsules come in two primary types: hard gelatin capsules and vegetarian capsules. Hard gelatin capsules are composed of animal-derived gelatin, while vegetarian capsules are typically made from plant-based materials like cellulose. Both types are typically transparent or opaque and consist of two parts: a cap and a body, which fit together to enclose the contents. Empty capsules offer a versatile and efficient way to administer various substances, such as medication, vitamins, supplements, or even herbal remedies. They provide a tasteless and odorless delivery method, making it easier for individuals to consume these substances without discomfort. Pharmacists, supplement manufacturers, and individuals often use empty capsules to customize dosages and create personalized formulations tailored to specific needs.

Japan Empty Capsules Market Trends:

The empty capsules market in Japan is poised for significant growth, primarily due to several key drivers that are propelling its expansion. Firstly, the increasing demand for dietary supplements is a major factor fuelling this market's growth. Consumers are becoming more health-conscious and are turning to supplements as a means to meet their nutritional needs. Consequently, the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries are in constant need of empty capsules as a delivery system for these supplements. Moreover, the pharmaceutical sector's rapid advancements and research activities are another crucial driver. The development of new drugs and therapies necessitates the use of empty capsules for encapsulating different drug formulations. This trend is further accelerated by the aging regional population, which requires a higher volume of medications. Furthermore, the empty capsules market benefits from the expanding cosmetics and personal care industry. Cosmetics companies are increasingly incorporating empty capsules for innovative and customized skincare products. This convergence of industries contributes significantly to the market's growth. Lastly, the preference for vegetarian and vegan capsules on account of dietary restrictions and environmental concerns, which leads to the production of plant-based empty capsules, is expected to drive the market in Japan during the forecast period.

Japan Empty Capsules Market Segmentation:

Type Insights:

Gelatin Capsule
Non-gelatin Capsule

Raw Material Insights:

Pig Meat
Bovine Meat
Bone
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC)
Others

Functionality Insights:

Immediate-release Capsules
Sustained-release Capsules
Delayed-release Capsules

Therapeutic Application Insights:

Antibiotic and Antibacterial Drugs
Vitamins and Dietary Supplements
Antacid and Antiflatulent Preparations
Cardiovascular Therapy Drugs
Others

End User Insights:

Pharmaceutical Industry
Nutraceutical Industry
Cosmetics Industry
Others

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

How has the Japan empty capsules market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Japan empty capsules market?
What is the breakup of the Japan empty capsules market on the basis of type?
What is the breakup of the Japan empty capsules market on the basis of raw material?
What is the breakup of the Japan empty capsules market on the basis of functionality?
What is the breakup of the Japan empty capsules market on the basis of therapeutic application?
What is the breakup of the Japan empty capsules market on the basis of end user?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the Japan empty capsules market?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Japan empty capsules?
What is the structure of the Japan empty capsules market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the Japan empty capsules market?

Product Code: SR112025A18697

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

2.1 Objectives of the Study
2.2 Stakeholders
2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Introduction

4.1 Overview
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.3 Industry Trends
4.4 Competitive Intelligence

5 Japan Empty Capsules Market Landscape

5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

6 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Breakup by Type

6.1 Gelatin Capsule
- 6.1.1 Overview
- 6.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 6.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.2 Non-gelatin Capsule
- 6.2.1 Overview
- 6.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 6.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

7 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Breakup by Raw Material

7.1 Pig Meat
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 7.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.2 Bovine Meat
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 7.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.3 Bone
- 7.3.1 Overview
- 7.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 7.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.4 Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC)
- 7.4.1 Overview
- 7.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 7.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.5 Others
- 7.5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 7.5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

8 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Breakup by Functionality

8.1 Immediate-release Capsules
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.2 Sustained-release Capsules
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.3 Delayed-release Capsules
- 8.3.1 Overview
- 8.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

9 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Breakup by Therapeutic Application

9.1 Antibiotic and Antibacterial Drugs
- 9.1.1 Overview
- 9.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.2 Vitamins and Dietary Supplements
- 9.2.1 Overview
- 9.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.3 Antacid and Antiflatulent Preparations
- 9.3.1 Overview
- 9.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.4 Cardiovascular Therapy Drugs
- 9.4.1 Overview
- 9.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.5 Others
- 9.5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

10 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Breakup by End User

10.1 Pharmaceutical Industry
- 10.1.1 Overview
- 10.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.2 Nutraceutical Industry
- 10.2.1 Overview
- 10.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.3 Cosmetics Industry
- 10.3.1 Overview
- 10.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.4 Others
- 10.4.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.4.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

11 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Competitive Landscape

11.1 Overview
11.2 Market Structure
11.3 Market Player Positioning
11.4 Top Winning Strategies
11.5 Competitive Dashboard
11.6 Company Evaluation Quadrant

12 Profiles of Key Players

12.1 Company A
- 12.1.1 Business Overview
- 12.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.1.3 Business Strategies
- 12.1.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.1.5 Major News and Events
12.2 Company B
- 12.2.1 Business Overview
- 12.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.2.3 Business Strategies
- 12.2.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.2.5 Major News and Events
12.3 Company C
- 12.3.1 Business Overview
- 12.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.3.3 Business Strategies
- 12.3.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.3.5 Major News and Events
12.4 Company D
- 12.4.1 Business Overview
- 12.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.4.3 Business Strategies
- 12.4.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.4.5 Major News and Events
12.5 Company E
- 12.5.1 Business Overview
- 12.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.3 Business Strategies
- 12.5.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.5.5 Major News and Events

13 Japan Empty Capsules Market - Industry Analysis

13.1 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- 13.1.1 Overview
- 13.1.2 Drivers
- 13.1.3 Restraints
- 13.1.4 Opportunities
13.2 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 13.2.1 Overview
- 13.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 13.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 13.2.4 Degree of Competition
- 13.2.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 13.2.6 Threat of Substitutes
13.3 Value Chain Analysis