Japan Empty Capsules Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product (Gelatin and Non-Gelatin), By Therapeutic Application (Antibiotic and Antibacterial Drugs, Vitamins and Dietary Supplements, Antacid and Antiflatulent Preparations, and Others), and Japan Empty Capsules Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan Empty Capsules Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Empty Capsules Market Size Was Estimated at USD 182.0 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 6.53% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Empty Capsules Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 365.0 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Japan Empty Capsules Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 365.0 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.53% from 2025 to 2035. The Japan empty capsules market is driven by various factors, including a rise in the geriatric population, rising demand for capsules, a rise in personalized medicines, and technological advancements.

Market Overview

Empty capsules are tube-shaped and consist of a cap and a body, which fit into each other to form a hard but elastic empty shell, which is in extensive use in the process of manufacturing capsule forms in the pharmaceutical and health care products industries. These empty capsules are made from gelatin and non-gelatin materials. They are available in two types such as hard gelatin capsules and vegetarian capsules. Hard gelatin capsules are prepared from animal-derived gelatin, whereas vegetarian capsules are prepared from plant-based materials like cellulose. One of the key drivers for the Japanese empty capsules market is the expanding use of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the aging population who require a suitable medication adherent delivery system. The Japan government supports pharmaceutical industries at international trade levels, which leads to innovation, which further increases the new R&D activities, presenting a potential opportunity for Japan market. The growing popularity of personalized medicines is the key trend in this market.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan empty capsules market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan empty capsules market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Japan empty capsules market.

Driving Factors

Japan has one of the largest aging populations, which is more susceptible to chronic diseases such as diabetes and CVD, raising the demand for pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals. The capsules are easy to use and more convenient to maintain, which makes them popular among the aging population. The empty capsules are widely used in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetics industries, which further drives the market. Additionally, technological advancements in the development of empty capsules contribute to the market growth.

Restraining Factors

The manufacturing of empty capsules has strict regulations, which leads to the complexity and significant challenge for new entrants and small-scale manufacturers. The high production cost associated with the advanced capsule technologies makes the final products expensive, which further limits the market expansion.

Market Segmentation

The Japan empty capsules market share is classified into product and therapeutic application.

• The gelatin segment held the dominant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.   

The Japan empty capsules market is segmented by product into gelatin and non-gelatin. Among these, the gelatin segment held the dominant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to these capsules are pure protein, gluten-free and GMO-free. Additionally, they are prepared by adjusting colors, shape and size to meet different requirements.  

• The antibiotic and antibacterial drugs segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.   

The Japan empty capsules market is segmented by therapeutic application into antibiotic and antibacterial drugs, vitamins and dietary supplements, antacid and antiflatulent preparations, and others. Among these, the antibiotic and antibacterial drugs segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to rising bacterial infections, TB, bladder infections, and GIT infections. Additionally, the rise in R&D activities is associated with antibiotic and antibacterial drugs, which aid in market growth.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan empty capsules market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Qualicaps
• Dainippon Ink and Chemicals
• AstraZeneca
• Novartis AG
• Pfizer Inc.
• Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
• Other

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan empty capsules market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Empty Capsules Market, By Product

• Gelatin
• Non-Gelatin

Japan Empty Capsules Market, By Therapeutic Application

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