Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), also known as hypromellose, is produced through the synthetic alteration of the natural polymer cellulose and is considered safe for human consumption. HPMC is rapidly being used as an alternative to hard shell gelatin capsules, since these natural capsules are manufactured using plant extracts. They meet the dietary and cultural needs of vegetarians by offering excellent alternatives to gelatin capsules. The HPMC material is present in the form of an off-white powder or granules which are hygroscopic and practically insoluble in hot water, acetone, and chloroform, but disintegrate readily in cold water, forming a colloidal solution due to their thermal reversible gelation property. The FDA clinical trials for the safety of HPMC material using rats have exhibited no adverse reaction to this material. It is therefore considered safe for human consumption. Also, the capsules’ in-vitro studies have displayed better performance in terms of dissolution/disintegration and decreased time of development compared to gelatin capsules.

Market Analysis and Insights: Global Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Capsules Market
In 2020, the global Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Capsules market size was US$ XX million and it is expected to reach US$ XX million by the end of 2027, with a CAGR of XX% between 2021 and 2027
Global Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Capsules Scope and Market Size
The global Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Capsules market is segmented by region (country), company, by Type, and by Application. Players, stakeholders, and other participants in the global Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Capsules market will be able to gain the upper hand as they use the report as a powerful resource. The segmental analysis focuses on sales, revenue and forecast by region (country), byType, and by Application for the period 2016-2027.

Segment by Type
Pectin
Carrageenan
Glycerin
Gellan gum
Others

Segment by Application
Pharmaceuticals
Food
Neutraceuticals
Dentistry
Cosmetics
Others

By Company
Capsugel Belgium NV
ACG-Associated Capsules
Catalent, Inc
Qualicaps Co., Ltd.
Suheung Capsule Co., Ltd.
SUNIL HEALTHCARE LIMITED
Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation
ACG World
Encap

By Region
North America
United States
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Russia
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Taiwan
Indonesia
Thailand
Malaysia
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Colombia
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE