Product Code: ETC6188123 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Vasudha | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In Australia, pharmaceutical-grade gelatin is primarily used in soft and hard capsule production. Demand is also growing for gelatin-based excipients in wound care and hemostatic products. Key trends include the shift towards bovine-sourced gelatin and halal-certified options to meet regulatory and consumer requirements.
Pharmaceutical gelatin in Australia continues to be in demand for applications such as capsule manufacturing and soft gels. Trends point toward increased adoption of high-bloom and pharmaceutical-grade gelatin that ensures consistency and meets safety standards. Consumer preference for animal-free or plant-based alternatives is also prompting research into vegan and synthetic gelatin replacements, though traditional gelatin still dominates due to its functional superiority and cost-effectiveness.
This market is constrained by ethical and dietary concerns surrounding animal-derived gelatin, which limits its use among certain consumer groups. Sourcing consistent, pharmaceutical-grade gelatin domestically is difficult, leading to high dependency on imports. Moreover, variability in raw material quality can affect product consistency, posing challenges for manufacturers.
Investors in the pharmaceutical gelatin market benefit from Australia`s transparency in bio-material sourcing and production standards. The country`s strict animal product import regulations and emphasis on local processing capacity have created a secure regulatory framework that appeals to both domestic and foreign investors.
Pharmaceutical-grade gelatin is regulated in Australia under animal by-product import conditions and manufacturing quality controls. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry enforces biosecurity standards for gelatin derived from animal sources, while the TGA ensures its compliance with GMP for its application in capsule production. Policies also mandate traceability and source validation to mitigate risks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE).
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Function, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for pharmaceutical gelatin due to the growing pharmaceutical industry in Australia |
4.2.2 Rising prevalence of chronic diseases leading to higher consumption of pharmaceutical products |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in gelatin manufacturing processes improving product quality and efficiency |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations and quality standards in the pharmaceutical industry impacting gelatin production and supply |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of raw materials affecting the cost of manufacturing pharmaceutical gelatin |
5 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Trends |
6 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Pig Skin, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Bovine Hides, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Bones, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Function |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Stabilizers, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Thickeners, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Gelling Agents, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Hard Capsules, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Soft Capsules, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Coating for Tablets, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Absorbable Hemostat, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Micro-encapsulation, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of pharmaceutical companies in Australia using gelatin in their products |
8.2 Research and development investment in pharmaceutical gelatin-related technologies |
8.3 Number of new pharmaceutical gelatin product launches in the market |
9 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Opportunity Assessment, By Function, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |