Softgel Capsules Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type, By Application, End Use, By Region, and Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

The Global Softgel Capsules Market, valued at USD 8.02 Billion in 2024, is projected to experience a CAGR of 7.86% to reach USD 12.63 Billion by 2030. Softgel capsules represent a specialized oral dosage form, comprising a liquid or semi-liquid fill enclosed within a soft, gelatinous shell typically composed of animal gelatin or plant-based polymers. The market's growth is primarily driven by several distinct factors, including the inherent benefits of softgel formulations such as improved bioavailability and ease of swallowing, increased demand for dietary supplements and nutraceuticals, and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases necessitating effective drug delivery. These attributes facilitate enhanced patient compliance and expand application across pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic sectors.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 8.02 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 12.63 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	7.86%
Fastest Growing Segment	Gelatin-Based/Animal-Based
Largest Market	North America

Key Market Drivers

The global softgel capsules market expansion is significantly propelled by the growing demand for dietary supplements and nutraceuticals, alongside rising consumer health awareness and a proactive approach to preventive healthcare. The burgeoning nutraceutical sector, which frequently utilizes softgel formulations for their effective delivery of active ingredients, remains a primary catalyst. According to the IADSA, at the start of 2023, the worldwide market for supplements was larger than USD 170 billion, underscoring the substantial base driving softgel production in this segment. This robust demand is further amplified by a global shift towards preventative health measures and increased consumer understanding of nutrition's role in well-being. This trend encourages a consistent uptake of supplements, for which softgels offer an appealing and convenient dosage form.

Key Market Challenges

A significant challenge impeding the expansion of the global softgel capsules market is the high production costs associated with specialized encapsulation machinery, stringent manufacturing controls, and the rising prices of raw materials. These economic factors directly influence the operational profitability and growth strategies of manufacturers within the sector. The substantial investment required for advanced encapsulation technologies, alongside the ongoing expenses of maintaining rigorous quality and regulatory compliance, significantly elevates overall manufacturing overheads.

Key Market Trends

The growing consumer preference for vegan and vegetarian products, coupled with increasing health and ethical considerations, is significantly driving the adoption of plant-based encapsulation materials in the softgel capsules market. This trend involves a shift from traditional animal-derived gelatin to alternatives such as pullulan, starch, and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, which cater to a broader demographic seeking ethical and sustainable options. The move towards plant-based ingredients is evident in manufacturing capacity, with the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) reporting that Catalent alone accounted for nearly 14% of global plant-based capsule manufacturing capacity in 2023. This expansion underscores the market's response to evolving dietary preferences and clean label demands. In a notable development, IFF introduced new pectin-based technology in April 2023 to expand its vegan softgel offerings, reflecting industry innovation in sustainable solutions.

Key Market Players

Fuji Capsule Co Ltd
Sirio Pharma Co Ltd
Captek Softgel International Inc
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals Inc
Catalent Inc
EuroCaps Ltd
Aenova Group GmbH
Lonza Group AG
Soft Gel Technologies Inc.

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Softgel Capsules Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Softgel Capsules Market, By Type:

Gelatin-Based/Animal-Based
Non-Animal-Based

Softgel Capsules Market, By Application:

Antacid and Anti-Flatulent Preparation
Anti-Anemic Preparations
Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
Antibiotic and Antibacterial Drugs
Cough and Cold Preparations
Health Supplement
Vitamin and Dietary Supplement
Pregnancy
Others

Softgel Capsules Market, By End Use:

Pharmaceutical Companies
Nutraceutical Companies
Cosmeceutical Companies
Contract Manufacturing Organization

Softgel Capsules Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global Softgel Capsules Market.

Available Customizations:

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Softgel Capsules Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Type (Gelatin-Based/Animal-Based, Non-Animal-Based)
- 5.2.2. By Application (Antacid and Anti-Flatulent Preparation, Anti-Anemic Preparations, Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Antibiotic and Antibacterial Drugs, Cough and Cold Preparations, Health Supplement, Vitamin and Dietary Supplement, Pregnancy, Others)
- 5.2.3. By End Use (Pharmaceutical Companies, Nutraceutical Companies, Cosmeceutical Companies, Contract Manufacturing Organization)
- 5.2.4. By Region
- 5.2.5. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Softgel Capsules Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Type
- 6.2.2. By Application
- 6.2.3. By End Use
- 6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By End Use
- 6.3.2. Canada Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By End Use
- 6.3.3. Mexico Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By End Use

7. Europe Softgel Capsules Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Type
- 7.2.2. By Application
- 7.2.3. By End Use
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By End Use
- 7.3.2. France Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By End Use
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By End Use
- 7.3.4. Italy Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By End Use
- 7.3.5. Spain Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By End Use

8. Asia Pacific Softgel Capsules Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Type
- 8.2.2. By Application
- 8.2.3. By End Use
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By End Use
- 8.3.2. India Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By End Use
- 8.3.3. Japan Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By End Use
- 8.3.4. South Korea Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By End Use
- 8.3.5. Australia Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By End Use

9. Middle East & Africa Softgel Capsules Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Type
- 9.2.2. By Application
- 9.2.3. By End Use
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By End Use
- 9.3.2. UAE Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By End Use
- 9.3.3. South Africa Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By End Use

10. South America Softgel Capsules Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Type
- 10.2.2. By Application
- 10.2.3. By End Use
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By End Use
- 10.3.2. Colombia Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By End Use
- 10.3.3. Argentina Softgel Capsules Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By End Use

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Softgel Capsules Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Fuji Capsule Co Ltd
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Sirio Pharma Co Ltd
15.3. Captek Softgel International Inc
15.4. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
15.5. EyePoint Pharmaceuticals Inc
15.6. Catalent Inc
15.7. EuroCaps Ltd
15.8. Aenova Group GmbH
15.9. Lonza Group AG
15.10. Soft Gel Technologies Inc.