According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market size was valued at US$ 930 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 1497 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 7.1% during review period.
Pharmaceutical film coating is a process where a thin, polymer-based layer is applied to the surface of solid oral dosage forms like tablets, capsules, and pellets. This coating serves various purposes, including masking unpleasant tastes or odors, improving ease of swallowing, protecting the drug from environmental factors like moisture and light, and modifying drug release profiles (e.g., immediate or delayed release). The film is typically applied through spraying a coating solution onto the dosage forms in a controlled environment, resulting in a smooth, uniform film that enhances the product's stability, appearance, and patient acceptability.
The global pharmaceutical market is 1475 billion USD in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 5% during the next six years. The pharmaceutical market includes chemical drugs and biological drugs. For biologics is expected to 381 billion USD in 2022. In comparison, the chemical drug market is estimated to increase from 1005 billion in 2018 to 1094 billion U.S. dollars in 2022. The pharmaceutical market factors such as increasing demand for healthcare, technological advancements, and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, increase in funding from private & government organizations for development of pharmaceutical manufacturing segments and rise in R&D activities for drugs. However, the industry also faces challenges such as stringent regulations, high costs of research and development, and patent expirations. Companies need to continuously innovate and adapt to these challenges to stay competitive in the market and ensure their products reach patients in need. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of vaccine development and supply chain management, further emphasizing the need for pharmaceutical companies to be agile and responsive to emerging public health needs.
The pharmaceutical film coating industry is currently experiencing several key trends. There's a growing demand for advanced coating technologies that offer greater control over drug release, such as targeted delivery to specific areas of the gastrointestinal tract. This is driving innovation in polymer science and coating techniques. Another trend is the increasing focus on patient-centric formulations, leading to the development of coatings that improve palatability, ease of swallowing, and overall patient compliance. This includes coatings with improved taste-masking properties and smoother textures. Furthermore, there's a strong emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendly practices, with a shift towards aqueous-based coating systems that reduce the use of organic solvents. The industry is also witnessing a rise in the use of functional coatings that provide additional benefits, such as protection against counterfeiting through embedded security features. Finally, continuous manufacturing processes are gaining traction, offering greater efficiency and control over the coating process. These trends collectively point towards a future of more sophisticated, patient-friendly, and sustainable film coating technologies in the pharmaceutical industry.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Pharmaceutical Film Coatings
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Colorcon, Ashland Global Holdings Inc, Eminent Solutions, Biogrund, SEPPIC, Beijing Yingmao, Shanghai Hongyun, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Gastric Dissolving Type
Intestines Dissolving Type
Market segment by Application
Tablet
Capsule
Others
Major players covered
Colorcon
Ashland Global Holdings Inc
Eminent Solutions
Biogrund
SEPPIC
Beijing Yingmao
Shanghai Hongyun
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Pharmaceutical Film Coatings product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Pharmaceutical Film Coatings, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Pharmaceutical Film Coatings from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Pharmaceutical Film Coatings competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Pharmaceutical Film Coatings breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Pharmaceutical Film Coatings market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Pharmaceutical Film Coatings.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Pharmaceutical Film Coatings sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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