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Vegetable Capsules Market

Vegetable Capsules Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (HPMC,Plant Polysaccharides, Starch), By Application (Pharmaceuticals, Health Supplements, Others), By Region, And By Segment Forecasts, 2024-2031.

Report ID : 2465 | Published : 2024-05-06 | Pages: 180 | Format: PDF/EXCEL

Vegetable Capsules Market Size is valued at USD 1.45 Bn in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 3.03 Bn by the year 2031 at a 9.7% CAGR during the forecast period for 2024-2031.

Vegetable Capsules Market info

Vegetable capsules serve as substitutes for conventional gelatin capsules and are often composed of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), which is obtained from cellulose or other plant sources such as pullulan. They are highly sought after in the pharmaceutical and nutritional supplement sectors because of their appeal to vegetarians and vegans, lack of allergens, and ability to maintain chemical stability. Vegetable capsules are suitable for many dietary requirements, including kosher and halal diets, and are favored for their environmental advantages, such as reduced ecological impact and biodegradability. They are widely employed for enclosing various compounds, such as vitamins, minerals, and pharmaceuticals, providing a sustainable alternative for consumers who are looking for non-animal product choices.

Furthermore, the rising interest in all-natural, plant-based goods is fueling much of this expansion. The need for vegetable capsules is predicted to keep growing as more individuals learn about the ecological and health advantages of plant-based goods. However, because the cost of producing vegetable capsules is about three times higher than that of gelatin, the market's growth is restricted by the high standards for the product's safety and health as well as the product's incapacity to prevent fog in environments with sharp temperature fluctuations.

The specific raw materials and production methods used to make vegetable capsules make them expensive to make, which could slow down the market for these products. The COVID-19 epidemic has reduced productivity in the healthcare sector globally. The illness has forced the temporary closure of several industries, including some in the healthcare sector.

Competitive Landscape

Some Major Key Players In The Vegetable Capsules Market:

  • Capsugel
  • Catalent
  • Qualicaps
  • ACG Associated Capsules
  • Er-kang
  • Bahrain Pharma
  • Aenova
  • Procaps Laboratories
  • SIRIO
  • Shanxi GS Capsule
  • Bright Caps GmbH,
  • CapsCanada (Lyfe Group),
  • Dah Feng Capsule
  • Erawat Pharma Limited,
  • SUHEUNG,
  • Sunil Healthcare Limited,
  • Vivion
  • Natural Capsules Limited,
  • Vcaps Pvt. Ltd.
  • Other Market Players

Market Segmentation:

The vegetable capsules market is segmented based on type and application. Based on type, the market is segmented into HPMC, plant polysaccharides, and starch. The application segment includes pharmaceuticals, health supplements, and others.

Based On The Type, The Starch Segment Is Accounted As A Major Contributor To The Vegetable Capsules Market.

The starch vegetable capsules market is expected to hold a major global market share in 2023. Starch capsules are naturally produced when fungi ferment cornstarch. They are waterproof and stable, which makes them ideal for air-sensitive fillings which need extra protection. They work well with dry substances like powders and granules, but their high moisture content makes them less than ideal for absorbent powders and liquids.

Health Supplements Segment To Witness Growth At A Rapid Rate.

The health supplements dominate as the Health supplements and nutraceuticals are more often used for disease prevention than treatment. They have many therapeutic applications and are also known as functional foods. The market for products based on vegetable capsules is booming with potential nutraceutical uses, thanks to the increasing popularity of functional foods in forms other than core meals.

In The Region, The North American Vegetable Capsules Market Holds A Significant Revenue Share.

The North American vegetable capsules market is likely to record a large market revenue share in the near future. This is due to the increased costs of pharmaceutical drug research and development. The rising number of diabetic patients in the area will also contribute to expanding the vegetable capsules industry. In addition, Europe is predicted to grow rapidly in the global vegetable capsules market because of the flourishing industrial infrastructure, increasing disposable incomes, and long-standing presence of local enterprises in the area.

Recent Developments:

  • In March 2021, ACG introduced its latest line of capsules, ACGcaps NTone and ACGcaps TSafe, specifically designed for the nutraceutical industry. The latest assortment of items from ACG's Capsules division exemplified the company's dedication to promoting a healthier global environment, while simultaneously catering to consumer demands for transparently labeled and safe products.

Vegetable Capsules Market Report Scope:

Report Attribute

Specifications

Market Size Value In 2023

USD 1.45 Bn

Revenue Forecast In 2031

USD 3.03 Bn

Growth Rate CAGR

CAGR of 9.7% from 2024 to 2031

Quantitative Units

Representation of revenue in US$ Bn and CAGR from 2024 to 2031

Historic Year

2019 to 2023

Forecast Year

2024-2031

Report Coverage

The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends

Segments Covered

By Type, And Application

Regional Scope

North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa

Country Scope

U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; France; Italy; Spain; Southeast Asia; South Korea

Competitive Landscape

Capsugel, Catalent, Qualicaps, ACG Associated Capsules, Er-kang, Bahrain Pharma, Aenova, Procaps Laboratories, SIRIO, and Shanxi GS Capsule, Dah Feng Capsule, Erawat Pharma Limited, SUHEUNG,       Sunil Healthcare Limited, Vivion, Natural Capsules Limited, Vcaps Pvt. Ltd. and Other Market Players.

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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

1.1. Research Methodology

1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

Chapter 3. Global Vegetable Capsules Market Snapshot

Chapter 4. Global Vegetable Capsules Market Variables, Trends & Scope

4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope

4.2. Drivers

4.3. Challenges

4.4. Trends

4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis

4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis

4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis

Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Type Estimates & Trend Analysis

5.1. by Type & Market Share, 2019 & 2031

5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Type:

5.2.1. HPMC

5.2.2. Plant Polysaccharides

5.2.3. Starch

Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Application Estimates & Trend Analysis

6.1. by Application & Market Share, 2019 & 2031

6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Application:

6.2.1. Pharmaceuticals

6.2.2. Health Supplements

6.2.3. Others

Chapter 7. Vegetable Capsules Market Segmentation 3: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

7.1. North America

7.1.1. North America Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031

7.1.2. North America Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2019-2031

7.1.3. North America Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031

7.2. Europe

7.2.1. Europe Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031

7.2.2. Europe Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2019-2031

7.2.3. Europe Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031

7.3. Asia Pacific

7.3.1. Asia Pacific Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031

7.3.2. Asia-Pacific Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2019-2031

7.3.3. Asia Pacific Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031

7.4. Latin America

7.4.1. Latin America Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031

7.4.2. Latin America Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2019-2031

7.4.3. Latin America Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031

7.5. Middle East & Africa

7.5.1. Middle East & Africa Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031

7.5.2. Middle East & Africa Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2019-2031

7.5.3. Middle East & Africa Vegetable Capsules Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031

Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape

8.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances

8.2. Company Profiles

8.2.1. Capsugel

8.2.2. Catalent

8.2.3. Qualicaps

8.2.4. ACG Associated Capsules

8.2.5. Er-kang

8.2.6. Bahrain Pharma

8.2.7. Aenova

8.2.8. Procaps Laboratories

8.2.9. SIRIO

8.2.10. Shanxi GS Capsule

8.2.11. Bright Caps GmbH,

8.2.12. CapsCanada (Lyfe Group),

8.2.13. Dah Feng Capsule 

8.2.14. Erawat Pharma Limited,

8.2.15. SUHEUNG,

8.2.16. Sunil Healthcare Limited,

8.2.17. Vivion

8.2.18. Natural Capsules Limited,

8.2.19. Vcaps Pvt. Ltd.

8.2.20. Other Market Players

Segmentation of Vegetable Capsules market-

Vegetable Capsules Market by Type-

  • HPMC
  • Plant Polysaccharides
  • Starch

Vegetable Capsules Market seg

Vegetable Capsules Market by Application-

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Health Supplements
  • Others

Vegetable Capsules Market by Region-

North America-

  • The US
  • Canada
  • Mexico

Europe-

  • Germany
  • The UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific-

  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • South East Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America-

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America

 Middle East & Africa-

  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East and Africa

InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.

Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.

Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.

Secondary research

The secondary research sources that are typically mentioned to include, but are not limited to:

  • Company websites, financial reports, annual reports, investor presentations, broker reports, and SEC filings.
  • External and internal proprietary databases, regulatory databases, and relevant patent analysis
  • Statistical databases, National government documents, and market reports
  • Press releases, news articles, and webcasts specific to the companies operating in the market

The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista

Primary Research:

Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies

The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to: 

  • Industry participants: CEOs, CBO, CMO, VPs, marketing/ type managers, corporate strategy managers, and national sales managers, technical personnel, purchasing managers, resellers, and distributors.
  • Outside experts: Valuation experts, Investment bankers, research analysts specializing in specific markets
  • Key opinion leaders (KOLs) specializing in unique areas corresponding to various industry verticals
  • End-users: Vary mainly depending upon the market

Data Modeling and Analysis:

In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.

The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.

To know more about the research methodology used for this study, kindly contact us/click here.

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Vegetable Capsules Market is expected to grow at a 9.7% CAGR during the forecast period for 2024-2031.

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