United States Empty Capsules Market

Market Overview:

United States empty capsules market size reached USD 765 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1,137 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% during 2025-2033. The widespread adoption of innovative therapeutics and pharmaceutical drugs, coupled with the introduction of advanced treatment options, is primarily driving the market growth across the country.

Empty capsules are durable shells that encase medications delivered in various dosage forms, including granules and pellets, within a patient's body. They are commercially accessible in two main categories: gelatin and non-gelatin. Gelatin capsules, available in both hard and soft forms, are derived from high collagen animal sources, specifically pig meat, beef, and chicken connective tissues. In contrast, non-gelatin or vegetarian capsules are crafted from a combination of starch and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC). Presently, empty capsules play a crucial role in diverse healthcare and therapeutic applications.

United States Empty Capsules Market Trends:

The United States empty capsules market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the widespread applications of these capsules in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. Additionally, gelatin capsules, derived from collagen-rich animal sources such as pig meat, beef, and chicken connective tissues, are offered in both hard and soft variants, which is acting as another significant growth-inducing factor. Besides this, in contrast, non-gelatin or vegetarian capsules are composed of a blend of starch and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), thereby positively influencing the regional market. Moreover, the versatility of empty capsules is evident in their integral role across various healthcare and therapeutic applications in the United States. Apart from this, as the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries continue to evolve, the demand for empty capsules is rising due to their convenience, compatibility with different medications, and ease of administration, which is further augmenting the regional market. The market's growth across the United States is fueled by technological advancements in capsule manufacturing and an increasing preference for vegetarian capsules, aligning with broader trends in health-conscious consumer choices. With the elevating focus on drug delivery innovation and patient-friendly dosage forms, the United States empty capsules market is further poised for sustained expansion, reflecting its integral role in the pharmaceutical landscape over the forecasted period.

United States Empty Capsules Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, raw material, functionality, therapeutic application, and end user.

Type Insights:

• Gelatin Capsule
• Non-gelatin Capsule
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes gelatin capsule and non-gelatin capsule.

Raw Material Insights:

• Pig Meat
• Bovine Meat
• Bone
• Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC)
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on raw material have also been provided in the report. This includes pig meat, bovine meat, bone, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), and others.

Functionality Insights:

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

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the functionality. This includes immediate-release capsules, sustained-release capsules, and delayed-release capsules.

Therapeutic Application Insights:

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

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on therapeutic application have also been provided in the report. This includes antibiotic and antibacterial drugs, vitamins and dietary supplements, antacid and antiflatulent preparations, cardiovascular therapy drugs, and others.

End User Insights:

• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Nutraceutical Industry
• Cosmetics Industry
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes pharmaceutical industry, nutraceutical industry, cosmetics industry, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Northeast
• Midwest
• South
• West
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include the Northeast, Midwest, South, and West.

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.

United States Empty Capsules Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the United States 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 United States empty capsules market?
• What is the breakup of the United States empty capsules market on the basis of type?
• What is the breakup of the United States empty capsules market on the basis of raw material?
• What is the breakup of the United States empty capsules market on the basis of functionality?
• What is the breakup of the United States empty capsules market on the basis of therapeutic application?
• What is the breakup of the United States empty capsules market on the basis of end user?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the United States empty capsules market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the United States empty capsules?
• What is the structure of the United States empty capsules market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the United States empty capsules market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the United States empty capsules market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the United States empty capsules market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the United States empty capsules industry and its attractiveness.
• A competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.