Product Code: ETC6188128 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: May 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Vasudha | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The pharmaceutical grade silica gel market in Australia is primarily driven by its applications as a desiccant in drug packaging and as an excipient in tablet manufacturing. Increased awareness of moisture control and stability issues in pharmaceutical storage and transport continues to support market expansion.
Pharmaceutical-grade silica gel in Australia is gaining attention for its role in moisture control and drug stabilization in packaging. Demand is increasing for highly porous, low-residue silica gels that comply with pharmacopoeial standards. The rise in temperature-sensitive and biological drug products is also propelling the need for advanced desiccants. Innovations in indicating silica gels that offer visual moisture alerts are also gaining traction in the local pharmaceutical packaging ecosystem.
The silica gel market in pharmaceuticals faces issues in maintaining purity standards, as even minor contamination can compromise drug stability. The industry also struggles with increasing energy costs associated with manufacturing. Limited domestic production adds to lead times and logistical complexity, impacting timely supply.
Australia facilitates investments in the pharmaceutical grade silica gel market through its focus on clean technologies and pharmaceutical packaging components. Grants for product innovation and incentives under environmental compliance policies contribute to lowering the cost of entry for new manufacturers.
Silica gel used in pharmaceutical applications is subject to regulatory review to ensure safety in moisture control and stability packaging. Government policies under the TGA demand that any pharmaceutical-grade silica gel meet non-toxicity and inertness standards. Manufacturers must present evidence of compliance with internationally accepted guidelines for silica gel used in direct or indirect contact with medications.
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 Grade Silica Gel Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Gel Breads Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Chromatography, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Trends |
6 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Solid, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market, By Gel Breads Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By White Silica Gel Breads, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Orange Silica Gel Breads, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Blue Silica Gel Breads, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market, By Form |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Fillers & Diluents, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Binders, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Disintegrants, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Lubricants & Glidants, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Colorants, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.7 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Flavoring Agents, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market, By Packaging Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Pouches, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Sachets, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Packets, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Cannisters, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.6 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Containers, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.7 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Bottles, 2021- 2031F |
6.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market, By Chromatography |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Analytical Chromatography, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Preparative Chromatography, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenues & Volume, By Process Chromatography, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Opportunity Assessment, By Gel Breads Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Opportunity Assessment, By Chromatography, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Pharmaceutical Grade Silica Gel Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |