Product Code: ETC8848613 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 | |
Pharmaceutical gelatin is widely used in the Philippines for capsule production, drug delivery, and wound care applications. The market is benefiting from the rising demand for softgel capsules, which offer improved bioavailability and ease of consumption. Innovations in plant-based and bovine-sourced gelatin are shaping the market dynamics.
The pharmaceutical gelatin market in the Philippines is expanding, driven by its extensive use in capsule production, soft gels, and tablet coatings. The growing preference for vegetarian and plant-based alternatives is influencing manufacturers to explore new gelatin sources.
The pharmaceutical gelatin market is impacted by fluctuating raw material prices, particularly for bovine and porcine gelatin. Religious and cultural concerns over animal-derived gelatin limit its adoption, increasing demand for plant-based alternatives, which are costly and difficult to manufacture. Additionally, quality control challenges in gelatin production affect its pharmaceutical applications.
Gelatin is widely used in capsule manufacturing and drug formulations. The market presents investment potential in high-quality gelatin production, halal and vegan alternatives, and innovative encapsulation technologies. Developing sustainable and bio-compatible gelatin solutions can also enhance competitiveness.
The production and importation of pharmaceutical-grade gelatin are subject to strict regulations to ensure quality and safety. The FDA mandates that gelatin used in drug capsules and supplements comply with GMP and international safety standards. Manufacturers must ensure that raw materials are sourced from approved suppliers and are free from contaminants such as heavy metals and microbial pathogens. The government also supports the development of alternative gelatin sources to address supply chain challenges.
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 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Function, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Trends |
6 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Pig Skin, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Bovine Hides, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Bones, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Function |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Stabilizers, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Thickeners, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Gelling Agents, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Hard Capsules, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Soft Capsules, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Coating for Tablets, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Absorbable Hemostat, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenues & Volume, By Micro-encapsulation, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Opportunity Assessment, By Function, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Pharmaceutical Gelatin Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |