The Global Market for Empty Clear Capsules!

Natural empty capsule

If you store your capsules properly (in clean airtight containers in a cool, dry place), they will last for years. Please note, however, that clear capsules can become cloudy due to raw material differences in the manufacturing process. This does not affect the quality of the capsules, and it does not mean that they are contaminated.

The global market for empty capsules is driven by growth in demand for dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals. The segment is anticipated to grow at a moderate CAGR over the forecast period. Gelatin is an important raw material used in the manufacture of empty capsules, and it is available in several forms. The porcine gelatin segment is expected to account for a major share of the market in 2021, followed by the bovine gelatin segment. The use of bovine gelatin is gaining popularity in the global market as it offers an alternative to the pork-based gelatin for companies with ethical beliefs and restrictions that restrict the use of porcine products.

The key quality attributes of empty hard capsules for the development and manufacture of pharmaceutical drug formulations are their dimensional characteristics and weight variability. The pharmacopoeial requirements for the presence of sulfur dioxide, sulfated ash, and lubricant content are also considered to be important for the in vivo performance of the drug formulation in the capsule. In contrast, the impact of the capsule characteristics on the specific drug formulation is beyond the scope of this study and should be evaluated in a product-specific DoE during the development and manufacturing process.