The global softgel encapsulation machine market size is set to be valued at USD 104.5 Million in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2022 to 2032. The market is anticipated to reach a valuation of USD 159.6 Million by 2032. Increasing production of softgel capsules is anticipated to fuel growth in the softgel encapsulation machine market, as a result of advancements in technology, production techniques, and integration.
Ongoing advancements in the techniques for creating capsules have increased the demand for new softgel encapsulation machinery. The softgel encapsulation machine market is expected to grow as a result of the urgent need for more automatic softgel encapsulation machines for large-scale softgel manufacturing. Increasing demand for health supplements in both emerging and mature economies is also fueling the softgel encapsulation machine market.
According to the new FMI analysis, Europe is anticipated to continue to be the most lucrative softgel encapsulation machine market, making up more than one-third of global sales by 2022. Demand for softgel encapsulation machines is directly impacted by the growth of the pharmaceutical industry, which has been expanding steadily in recent years.
It is estimated that end-use industries like personal care and cosmetics products manufacturing will benefit from the global softgel encapsulation machine market. The softgel encapsulation machine market accounts for ~18% to 20% of the global encapsulation machine market.
Softgel encapsulation machines are mainly utilized for high volume and quick production, reflecting the vitality of the pharmaceutical business. High production is provided by the softgel encapsulation machine, which also allows for the filling of various products.
Softgel encapsulation machines are also very simple to assemble and disassemble, which makes machine maintenance simple. Moreover, the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries place a high priority on hygiene.
The softgel encapsulation machine is efficient and upholds hygiene when producing softgel liquid capsules. Due to this, there are a few possibilities for cross-contamination. Owing to their simplicity in terms of use, softgel encapsulation machines can significantly reduce labor costs.
High atmospheric stability, enhanced bioavailability, improved absorption, taste & odor masking, and ease of swallowing are some of the crucial advantages of softgel capsules, which would push the demand for softgel encapsulation machines in the next ten years.
Introduction of new materials and advancements in manufacturing technology are projected to add more features to conventional capsules such as formulation choice of potent active pharmaceutical ingredient (APIS), tamper-evident, and controlled drug release owing to low longer shelf life, appealing aesthetics, and reduced degradation in stomach pH.
| Attributes | Key Insights |
|---|---|
| Global Softgel Encapsulation Machine Market Estimated Size (2022E) | USD 104.5 Million |
| Projected Market Valuation (2032F) | USD 159.6 Million |
| Value-based CAGR (2022 to 2032) | 4.3% |
| Collective Value Share: Top 3 Countries (2022) | 70.5% |
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From 2017 to 2021, the global softgel encapsulation machine market showcased growth at a 3.1% CAGR. It is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% in the forecast period from 2022 to 2032. This increase in terms of YOY growth in 2022 is because of various factors, including the rising global population. The ever-increasing population worldwide has further pushed the demand for advanced healthcare products. Softgel encapsulation machines are becoming more popular as pharmaceutical industries are expanding globally.
Demand for softgel encapsulation machines has significantly increased as a result of rising awareness among health-conscious people about the benefits of capsules. The rapid expansion of the pharmaceutical product manufacturing industry is also boosting demand in the softgel encapsulation machine market. Softgel encapsulation machines are widely used in the pharmaceutical industry, cosmetics, and personal care products manufacturing industries. In contrast to the USD 104.5 Million recorded in 2022, the above-mentioned factors are anticipated to boost the market to reach USD 159.6 Million by the end of 2032.
Production of Tamper-proof Capsules to Boost Sales of Softgel Filling Machines
Expanding global population and high demand from the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry has led to the production of medicines on a large scale worldwide. Softgel capsules are filled with liquids that bring different types of formulations together along with commercial benefits. Many clients in the health and nutritional industries, as well as those in the biopharmaceutical industry, depend heavily on softgel liquid capsules.
The global softgel encapsulation machine market is likely to experience steady growth as liquid capsule filling facilitates the production of tamper-proof softgel capsules with a wide range of shapes and sizes. These factors would mainly help to increase the demand for softgel encapsulation machines.
Demand for softgel encapsulation machines is set to grow at a rapid pace in the next ten years on the back of the expansion of the healthcare sector across the globe. Also, various technically advanced features of softgel encapsulation machines would create new opportunities for key manufacturers.
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Demand for Drugs for Cancer Treatment to Push Sales of Soft Gelatin Capsule Machines in Germany
Germany is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 2.8% in the forecast period. The country is expected to hold a prominent share in the Europe softgel encapsulation machine market during the forecast period of 2022 to 2032.
Germany is one of the leading countries in Europe that have the maximum number of patent applications, which are focused on a novel drug production system. The number of pharmaceutical patent applications increased by 4.4% in 2018, according to the data provided by the European Patent Office (EPO) 2019 Patent Index.
Germany is also the top country for cancer treatment in the Europe region. Softgel encapsulation machines are used in the production of chitosan-alginate BSA-gel-capsules, which are utilized after the treatment of local chemotherapy.
Research initiatives of the pharmaceutical industry in the country are set to lead to the introduction of new drugs for various health treatments against different types of viruses. Because of the rapid expansion in the healthcare sector, the softgel encapsulation machine market will experience lucrative growth in Germany in the evaluation period.
High Demand for Good Quality Medicines in China to Propel Sales of Soft Gelatin Encapsulation Machines
China is anticipated to hold around 4.8% CAGR in the East Asia softgel encapsulation machine market. China is the most populous nation globally, and with the rising population, there is more demand for medical products in the country. China is also considered to be the second-largest pharmaceutical market in the world after the USA
The rapidly growing aging population and consequent rise in terms of medical product demand would offer a large number of opportunities for key players present in the Chinese pharmaceutical industry. This would further increase sales of softgel encapsulation machines in the country, which will be beneficial for growth in the softgel encapsulation machine market.
Export of Advanced Medicines from the USA to Drive Demand for Softgel Machines
Over the forecast period, the softgel encapsulation machine market in the USA is projected to create an incremental opportunity of nearly USD 9.4 Million. The country has some of the biggest pharma companies in the world, and the majority of the advanced pharmaceutical products in the world are manufactured & exported by the country’s pharmaceutical sector. The country is already witnessing high demand for softgel encapsulation machines from other parts of the world, which is likely to push the USA market.
Sales of Fully Automatic Softgel Making Machines to Grow Exponentially by 2032
By level of automation, the fully automatic segment is anticipated to account for more than 86.6% of the global softgel encapsulation machine market share by the end of 2032. A fully automatic capsule filling system reduces the consumption of electricity. It has high levels of automation.
It also uses a touch-screen interface, a microcomputer-programmable controller, frequency conversion speed control, and an electronic automatic counting mechanism. With high efficiency, it also reduces labor work. All these above-mentioned factors make fully-automatic machines the most popular segment in the softgel encapsulation machines market.
Sales of Oil-softgel Making Machines to Increase Rapidly by the End of 2032
Based on type, the oil-softgel encapsulation machine segment is projected to hold more than 84% of the global softgel encapsulation machine market share by 2032. The simplicity of storage and transportation for this type of machine sets it apart. Compared to other types, the oil-softgel encapsulation machine has a large number of benefits such as speedy disintegration, a high biological utilization ratio, and convenience of swallowing.
This kind of encapsulator is widely employed worldwide due to its accurate filling and high production qualities. These factors would drive sales of oil-softgel encapsulation machines in the global market,
Softgel Encapsulation Machines with an Output of 25,000 to 50,000 softgel/Hour to Gain Impetus
Based on output type, the 25,000 to 50,000 softgel/hour segment is projected to create an absolute dollar opportunity of USD 15.5 Million between 2022 and 2032. When making softgel capsules, effectiveness is essential to gain success. The productivity of a company’s production process will soar when everything in the facility runs like a perfectly tuned machine. Machines with an output of 25,000 to 50,000 softgel/hour have proved to operate with higher efficiency, as compared to other output types.
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The global softgel encapsulation machine market contains a large number of international and local companies. They are mainly focusing on acquisitions and mergers to expand their production facilities. A few other companies are aiming to introduce customized softgel encapsulation machines for various end-use industries.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Estimated Market Size (2022) | USD 104.5 Million |
| Projected Market Valuation (2032) | USD 159.6 Million |
| Value-based CAGR (2022 to 2032) | 4.3% |
| Forecast Period | 2022 to 2032 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2017 to 2021 |
| Market Analysis | Value (USD Million) |
| Key Regions Covered | North America; Latin America; Europe; East Asia; South Asia; and Pacific; and the Middle East & Africa |
| Key Countries Covered | USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, France, UK, Spain, BENELUX, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, India, ASEAN, Australia and New Zealand, GCC Countries, Northern Africa, South Africa, Turkey |
| Key Market Segments Covered | Level of Automation, Type, Output, and Region |
| Key Companies Profiled | ACIC Pharmaceuticals Inc.; USA Pharmaceutical Equipment; CapPlus Technologies; United Pharmatek; Joysun Mech-Tech; Volks Vita; Changsung Softgel System Ltd.; ACG World; Qualicaps; Kamata Machine Co., Ltd.; Beijing Xin Hang Cheng Technology Development Co., Ltd.; Hedagel |
| Report Coverage | Market Forecast, brand share analysis, competition intelligence, Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities and Threats analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, Strategic Growth Initiatives |
The global softgel encapsulation machine market is expected to reach a valuation of USD 104.5 Million in 2022.
The global softgel encapsulation machine market reached a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2032.
ACIC Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA Pharmaceutical Equipment, CapPlus Technologies, United Pharmatek, Joysun Mech-Tech, Volks Vita, Changsung Softgel System Ltd., ACG World, Qualicaps, Kamata Machine Co., Ltd., and Beijing Xin Hang Cheng Technology Development Co., Ltd. are the leading market players. They collectively account for 40% to 45% of the global softgel encapsulation machine market share.
The China softgel encapsulation machine market is expected to exhibit growth at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2022 to 2032 on the basis of value.
Germany, China, and the USA are key consumers in the softgel encapsulation machine market.
1. Executive Summary | Softgel Encapsulation Machine Market 2. Market Overview 3. Key Market Trends 4. Key Success Factors 5. Global Market Demand Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast, 2022 to 2032 6. Global Market - Pricing Analysis 7. Global Market Demand (USD Million) Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast, 2022 to 2032 8. Market Background 9. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, by Level of Automation 9.1. Semi-Automatic 9.2. Fully Automatic 10. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, by Type 10.1. Paintball Encapsulation Machine 10.2. Softgel Encapsulation Machine 11. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Output 11.1. Up to 15,000 Softgel /hour 11.2. 15,000 to 25,000 Softgel /hour 11.3. 25,000 to 50,000 Softgel /hour 11.4. 50,000 to 75,000 Softgel /hour 11.5. More than 75,000 Softgel /hour 12. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, by Region 12.1. North America 12.2. Latin America 12.3. Europe 12.4. South Asia and Pacific 12.5. East Asia 12.6. Middle East & Africa (MEA) 13. North America Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032 14. Latin America Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032 15. Europe Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032 16. South Asia and Pacific Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032 17. East Asia Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032 18. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032 19. Key and Emerging Countries Market Analysis 20. Market Structure Analysis 21. Competition Analysis 21.1. ACIC Pharmaceuticals Inc. 21.2. USA Pharmaceutical Equipment 21.3. CapPlus Technologies 21.4. United Pharmatek 21.5. Joysun Mech-Tech 21.6. Volks Vita 21.7. Changsung Softgel System Ltd. 21.8. ACG World 21.9. Qualicaps 21.10. Kamata Machine Co., Ltd. 21.11. Beijing Xin Hang Cheng Technology Development Co., Ltd. 21.12. Hedagel 22. Assumptions and Acronyms Used 23. Research Methodology
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