Pharmaceutical Excipients Market to Reach Valuation of USD 12 Billion by 2030 – Growth in the Usage of Pharmaceutical Excipient to Enhance the Drug's Physiological Absorption and Other Applications Drives the Market

Vantage Market Research

Apr 25, 2023

In terms of revenue, the Global Pharmaceutical Excipients Market is expected to reach USD 12 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 5.7% from 2023 to 2030.

Pharmaceutical Excipients play an essential role in the preparation and development of medicines. These substances contain other substances than the pharmacologically active drug or prodrug. Pharmaceutical Excipients ensure the effective delivery of the drug to its destination. These molecules prevent the release of the drug too early while simultaneously assimilating and increasing the drug's effectiveness. Some Pharmaceutical Excipients promote the integration of drugs, which increases the absorption of the drug into the bloodstream. However, stricter regulation of drug and excipient approval, as well as the cost and time-consuming drug development process, is expected to curb the growth of this market.

Pharmaceutical Excipients include everything contained in the medicine except the active pharmaceutical ingredients. These molecules have no therapeutic properties and are ultimately used to improve the physiological absorption of the drug. Pharmaceutical Excipients are inert, which allows the drug molecule to spread to patients in the correct form. Traditionally, Pharmaceutical Excipients have been simple molecules, but technological innovations and increasing demand for new drug delivery systems have increased the complexity of Pharmaceutical Excipients. Pharmaceutical Excipients promote the acceptability of the drug by the patient and increase the stability and bioavailability of the drug.

In addition, Pharmaceutical Excipients help maintain the integrity of the drug, which contributes to the preservation of the drug. Various Pharmaceutical Excipients, including inorganic and organic chemicals, are based on their chemical nature. Organic chemicals include carbohydrates, petrochemicals, petrochemicals, and proteins. Pharmaceutical Excipients can act as binders, fillers, diluents, suspending or coating agents, flavoring agents, disintegrants, coloring agents, lubricants and lubricants, sweeteners, and preservatives, among others.

Key Highlights from the Report

· Based on Product, the Organic chemicals segment is expected to be a dominant share of Pharmaceutical Excipients. It accounted for the largest market share and is estimated to have the highest CAGR due to the increased use of these chemicals.

· Based on End Users, the Oral Formulation segment is expected to grow notably during the forecast period due to their broad use and success in treating various illnesses.

· Regarding Region, Europe held the most significant market share and is expected to be the most gainful market during the forecast period due to growing attention to the generic drugs market.

Market Dynamics

Pharmaceutical Excipients are substances in dosage forms that are not intended for direct therapeutic use but to facilitate production, protect, maintain, or improve stability and availability. With the accelerated development of the global pharmaceutical industry, excipients also play a minor role. Recently, there has been an increase in the demand for generic drugs, which has shown growth in the demand for excipients. In addition, the number of chronic diseases increased. Excipients are inert substances, except active pharmaceutical drugs, introduced into the production process or in dosage forms. Excipients are widely used in pharmaceuticals to add bulk to solid formulations, provide long-term stability and facilitate drug absorption. In addition, it also improves the general safety or functional properties of the product during use or storage. Therefore, the widespread use of excipients in medicines and excipient applications is expected to drive global Pharmaceutical Excipients.

The rise of the Pharmaceutical Excipients market increases the need for strategic business ideas. This includes partnerships, company expansion, and other developments. The growing demand for medicines significantly increases the demand for Pharmaceutical Excipients, and to meet this demand, companies are building new production facilities along with other strategic projects. Strategical initiatives, such as product launches, acquisitions, agreements, and business expansion of major market players, will drive the growth of the Pharmaceutical Excipients market and should act as an opportunity for the global Pharmaceutical Excipients market.

The continent of Europe is anticipated to dominate the global Pharmaceutical Excipients market. Many Europe countries are focusing on the generics market as many pharmaceutical patents will expire in the upcoming years. Because of this, it is anticipated that Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and other Europe countries will see rapid economic growth during the projection, which will likely increase demand for Pharmaceutical Excipients in this region. In addition, expanding government measures to reduce the prices of the drugs on the market are also expected to impact the generic medicines market in these countries significantly. The factors mentioned above are expected to increase the need for innovative excipients, driving the market's expansion in Europe and rising investments in biologics and advanced dosage forms.

The Global Pharmaceutical Excipients Market is Segmented as follows

  • Product
    • Organic Chemicals
    • Oleochemicals
    • Carbohydrates
    • Petrochemicals
    • Proteins
    • Other
    • Inorganic Chemicals
    • Metal Oxides
    • Halites
    • Calcium Carbonate
    • Calcium Sulphate
    • Other Inorganic Chemicals
    • Other Chemicals
  • Functionality
    • Fillers & Diluents
    • Suspending & Viscosity Agents
    • Coatings Agents
    • Flavoring Agents & Sweeteners
    • Disintegrants
    • Colorants
    • Lubricants & Glidants
    • Preservations
    • Emulsifying Agents
    • Other Functionalites
  • End User
    • Oral Formulations
    • Tablets
    • Capsules
    • Liquid Formulations
    • Topical Formulations
    • Parenteral Formulations
    • Other Formulations
  • Region
    • North America
    • Europe
    • Asia Pacific
    • Latin America
    • Middle East & Africa

A list of the Key Players of the Global Pharmaceutical Excipients Market is

Ashland Global Holdings (U.S.), BASF SE (Germany), DuPont (U.S.), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), Associated British Foods (UK), Archer Daniels Midland Company (U.S.), Lubrizol Corporation (U.S.), Croda International (UK), Kerry Group (Ireland)

The Global Pharmaceutical Excipients Market Scope can be Tabulated below

Parameter Details
Market Size Provided for Years 2017 - 2030
Base Year 2022
Historic Years 2017 - 2021
Forecast Years 2023 - 2030
Segments Covered
  • Product
    • Organic Chemicals
    • Oleochemicals
    • Carbohydrates
    • Petrochemicals
    • Proteins
    • Other
    • Inorganic Chemicals
    • Metal Oxides
    • Halites
    • Calcium Carbonate
    • Calcium Sulphate
    • Other Inorganic Chemicals
    • Other Chemicals
  • Functionality
    • Fillers & Diluents
    • Suspending & Viscosity Agents
    • Coatings Agents
    • Flavoring Agents & Sweeteners
    • Disintegrants
    • Colorants
    • Lubricants & Glidants
    • Preservations
    • Emulsifying Agents
    • Other Functionalites
  • End User
    • Oral Formulations
    • Tablets
    • Capsules
    • Liquid Formulations
    • Topical Formulations
    • Parenteral Formulations
    • Other Formulations
  • Region
    • North America
    • Europe
    • Asia Pacific
    • Latin America
    • Middle East & Africa
Regions & Counties Covered
  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexic
  • Eurpe
    • U.K
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Rest Of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • Suth Korea
    • South East Asia
    • Rest Of Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest Of Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • GCC Cuntries
    • South Africa
    • Rest Of Middle East & Africa
Companies Covered
  • Ashland Global Holdings (U.S.)
  • BASF SE (Germany)
  • DuPont (U.S.)
  • Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
  • Associated British Foods (UK)
  • Archer Daniels Midland Company (U.S.)
  • Lubrizol Corporation (U.S.)
  • Croda International (UK)
  • Kerry Group (Ireland)
Report Coverage Market growth drivers, restraints, opportunities, Porter’s five forces analysis, PEST analysis, value chain analysis, regulatory landscape, technology landscape, patent analysis, market attractiveness analysis by segments and North America, company market share analysis, and COVID-19 impact analysis

Pharmaceutical Excipients Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Product (Organic Chemicals, Oleochemicals, Carbohydrates, Petrochemicals, Proteins, Other, Inorganic Chemicals, Metal Oxides, Halites, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Sulphate, Other Inorganic Chemicals, Other Chemicals) by Functionality (Fillers & Diluents, Suspending & Viscosity Agents, Coatings Agents, Flavoring Agents & Sweeteners, Disintegrants, Colorants, Lubricants & Glidants, Preservations, Emulsifying Agents, Other Functionalites) by End User (Oral Formulations, Tablets, Capsules, Liquid Formulations, Topical Formulations, Parenteral Formulations, Other Formulations) by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Assessment (2018 - 2023) & Forecast (2024 - 2032)