United States Empty Capsules Market 2025 | Leading by ACG Associated Capsules Pvt. Ltd, Capsugel, Qualicaps, and Suheung .

Global Empty Capsules by DataM Intelligence estimates the market to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

The empty capsules market comprises manufacturers and suppliers of hollow shells (usually gelatin or non-gelatin, such as HPMC or pullulan) used to enclose powders, granules, or liquids for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, and research applications. These capsules serve to enable precise dosing, protect sensitive active ingredients, mask tastes or odors, and provide controlled or modified release of therapeutic or supplemental agents. Key product types include immediate-release, sustained-release, delayed-release, and modified-release capsule formats. The market also differentiates by material (animal-based vs plant-based), end-use, capsule size, and geographic demand.

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☛ Empty Capsules Market Dynamics and Drivers

Rising demand from nutraceuticals and dietary supplements: As consumers increasingly focus on preventive healthcare, immunity, wellness, and natural products, demand for capsules that can deliver vitamins, probiotics, herbal extracts etc. is growing. This pushes manufacturers to offer clean-label, plant-based (vegetarian/vegan) and halal/ethical capsule alternatives, rather than just traditional gelatin.

Shift to modified or controlled-release formulations: Immediate-release formats continue to dominate, but there is accelerating interest in sustained-release, delayed-release, and enteric (targeted release) capsules. These help optimize therapeutic efficacy, reduce dosing frequency, and improve patient compliance.

Geographic expansion, particularly in Asia-Pacific: Emerging markets are increasing investments in healthcare, improving regulatory frameworks, and growing pharmaceutical & supplement industries. Manufacturers are scaling up regional production capacity to serve local demand and reduce lead times and logistic costs.

Regulatory, sustainability and clean-label pressures: Consumer awareness and regulatory bodies are pushing for capsule materials that are non-animal derived, free from contentious additives (e.g. certain colorants or opacifiers), compliant with environmental and ethical norms. Biodegradable, halal, vegan, vegetarian capsule innovations are now central to growth strategies.

☛ Empty Capsules Industry News:

United States: Recent Industry Developments

✅ In August 2025, the global empty capsules market was valued at US$3.05 billion, with projections to reach US$4.19 billion by 2030, reflecting a steady CAGR of 5.6% over the forecast period.

✅ In 2024-2025, North America, particularly the U.S., accounted for nearly 38% of the global market share, driven by significant R&D investments and surging demand for plant-based and specialty capsules.

Japan: Recent Industry Developments

✅ In 2024, Japan's empty capsules market size stood at USD 193.0 million, and is forecasted to reach USD 343.0 million by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of around 6.6%.

✅ Leading Japanese manufacturers expanded production capacities to meet the rising demand for vegetarian and non-gelatin capsules, reflecting growing consumer preference for sustainable and plant-based products.

✅ In mid-2025, a new vegetarian capsule line (EMBO CAPS® VG-ALPHA) was introduced to strengthen global supply, supporting increasing adoption in Japan's nutraceutical and pharmaceutical segments.

☛ Empty Capsules Market Competitive Landscape:

Capscanada Corporation, ACG Group, Snail Pharma Industry Co. Ltd, Bright Pharmacaps Inc., Capsugel, Medi-Caps Ltd, Qualicaps, Roxlor LLC, Suheung Co. Ltd, and Sunil Healthcare Limited, among others.

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☛ Segment Covered in the Empty Capsules Market:

By Product Type (Gelatin Capsules (Porcine, Bovine, Bone Meal), Non-Gelatin Capsules (HPMC, Pullulan)),

By Therapeutic Application (Antibiotic & Antibacterial Drugs, Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Vitamin & Dietary Supplements, Antacid and Antiflatulent Preparations, Antianemic Preparations, Cardiovascular Therapy Drugs)

By End-User (Animal Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Industry, Nutraceutical Industry)

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☛ Regional Analysis for Empty Capsules Market:

⇥ North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)

⇥ Europe (U.K., Italy, Germany, Russia, France, Spain, The Netherlands and Rest of Europe)

⇥ Asia-Pacific (India, Japan, China, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia Rest of Asia Pacific)

⇥ South America (Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)

⇥ Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)

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