Global Pharmaceutical Lipid-based Excipients Market Size & Outlook

The global pharmaceutical lipid-based excipients market size was estimated at USD 1,825.0 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2,420.9 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2025 to 2030.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$1,825.0
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$2,420.9
CAGR, 2025 - 2030
4.8%
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Worldwide

Global pharmaceutical lipid-based excipients market, 2018-2030 (US$M)

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Global pharmaceutical lipid-based excipients market highlights

  • The global pharmaceutical lipid-based excipients market generated a revenue of USD 1,825.0 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 2,420.9 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2030) of 4.8% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, oils accounted for a revenue of USD 772.0 million in 2024.
  • Lecithin and Phospholipids is the most lucrative excipient type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Europe was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 1,825.0 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 2,420.9 million
Growth rate4.8% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030)
Largest segmentOils
Fastest growing segmentLecithin and Phospholipids
Historical data covered2018 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationOils, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oils, GMCC (Glyceryl Monostearate), Hard Fats, Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), Lecithin and Phospholipids, Sodium Oleate, Capri Caprylic Mono Diglyceride, Other Excipient Types

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 26.3% of the global pharmaceutical lipid-based excipients market in 2024.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, China is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 196.2 million by 2030.

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Pharmaceutical Lipid-Based Excipients Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
IOI Corp Bhd View profile 28010 Level 29,IOI City Tower 2, Lebuh IRC, IOI Resort City, Wilayah Persekutuan, Putrajaya, SGR, Malaysia, 62502 https://www.ioigroup.com
Gattefossé View profile 251-500 Saint Priest, Limousin, France, Europe https://www.gattefosse.com/
Lipoid View profile 11-50 Ludwigshafen, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany, Europe http://www.lipoid.com/
CordenPharma View profile 5001-10000 Plankstadt, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe http://cordenpharma.com
Croda International PLC View profile 5852 Cowick Hall, Snaith, Goole, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom, DN14 9AA https://www.croda.com
Ashland Inc View profile 3800 8145 Blazer Drive, Wilmington, DE, United States, 19808 http://www.ashland.com
Evonik Industries AG View profile 33409 Rellinghauser Strasse 1-11, Essen, NW, Germany, 45128 https://www.evonik.com
Basf SE View profile 111855 Carl-Bosch-Strasse 38, Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany, 67056 https://www.basf.com
Merck KGaA View profile 62345 Frankfurter Strasse 250, Darmstadt, HE, Germany, 64293 https://www.emdgroup.com

Global pharmaceutical lipid-based excipients market outlook

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Oils was the largest segment with a revenue share of 42.3% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global pharmaceutical lipid-based excipients market based on oils, hydrogenated vegetable oils, gmcc (glyceryl monostearate), hard fats, medium chain triglycerides (mcts), lecithin and phospholipids, sodium oleate, capri caprylic mono diglyceride, other excipient types covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Pharmaceutical Lipid-Based Excipients Excipient Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Oils
      • Sesame Oil
      • Linseed Oil / Flaxseed Oil
      • Coconut Oil
      • Olive Oil
      • Soybean Oil
      • Safflower Oil
      • Arachis Oil / Peanut Oil
      • Castor Oil
      • Cotton Seed Oil
      • Sunflower Oil
      • Almond Oil
      • Grapeseed Oil
      • Corn Oil / Maize Oil
      • Other Oils
    • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oils
    • GMCC (Glyceryl Monostearate)
    • Hard Fats
    • Lecithin and Phospholipids
    • Capri Caprylic Mono Diglyceride
    • Sodium Oleate
    • Other Excipient Types
    • Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs)
  • Global Pharmaceutical Lipid-Based Excipients Product Applications Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Topical Applications
      • Creams
      • Other
      • Ointments
    • Ophthalmic Applications
      • Eye Drops
      • Ocular Emulsions
    • Oral Formulations
      • Liquid Oral
      • Solid Lipid Nanoparticles (SLNs)
      • Solid Dosage (Tablet, capsules, & pills)
      • Softgel Capsules
    • Suppositories
      • Vaginal Suppositories
      • Other Suppositories
      • Rectal Suppositories
    • Other Product Applications
    • Parenteral
      • Small Volume Parenteral
      • Large Volume Parenteral
  • Global Pharmaceutical Lipid-Based Excipients Disease Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Cardiovascular Diseases
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Oncology
    • Metabolic Disorders
    • Other Disease Applications
    • Hormonal Therapies
  • Global Pharmaceutical Lipid-Based Excipients Industry Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Nutraceutical (Dietary Supplements & Others)
    • Pharmaceutical (OTC & Rx)
  • Global Pharmaceutical Lipid-Based Excipients Age Group Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Adult Products (19-64 years)
    • Pediatric Products (0-18 years)
    • Geriatric Products (65+ years)
  • Global Pharmaceutical Lipid-Based Excipients End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs)
    • Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
    • Others

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