Global Softgel Capsules Market Size & Outlook, 2022-2030

The softgel capsules industry worldwide is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 13,095.0 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 6.9% is expected of the worldwide softgel capsules industry from 2023 to 2030.
Revenue, 2022 (US$M)
$7,670.8
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$13,095.0
CAGR, 2023 - 2030
6.9%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global softgel capsules market highlights

  • The global softgel capsules market generated a revenue of USD 7,670.8 million in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 13,095.0 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2023 - 2030) of 6.9% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, gelatin-based/animal-based accounted for a revenue of USD 5,541.9 million in 2022.
  • Non-Animal-Based is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, North America was the largest revenue generating market in 2022.
  • Country-wise, Canada is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2022USD 7,670.8 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 13,095.0 million
Growth rate6.9% (CAGR from 2022 to 2030)
Largest segmentGelatin-based/animal-based
Fastest growing segmentNon-Animal-Based
Historical data covered2018 - 2021
Base year for estimation2022
Forecast period covered2023 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationGelatin-Based/Animal-Based, Non-Animal-Based

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 29.2% of the global softgel capsules market in 2022.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, Canada is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 257.2 million by 2030.

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Gelatin-based/animal-based was the largest segment with a revenue share of 72.25% in 2022. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global softgel capsules market based on gelatin-based/animal-based, non-animal-based covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Softgel Capsules Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Gelatin-Based/Animal-Based
    • Non-Animal-Based
  • Global Softgel Capsules Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • 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
  • Global Softgel Capsules End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Pharmaceutical Companies
    • Nutraceutical Companies
    • Cosmeceutical Companies
    • Contract Manufacturing Organization

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