Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market

By Excipient Type;

Polymeric Surfactants, Cyclodextrins, Polymers, Phospholipids and Others

By Bioavailability Enhancement Mechanism;

Solubilization, Permeation Enhancement, Dissolution Rate Enhancement and Crystal Modification

By Application;

Oral, Parenteral, Ophthalmic, Dermal and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn628341702 Published Date: August, 2025 Updated Date: September, 2025

Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market Overview

Polymer Based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market (USD Million)

Polymer Based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market was valued at USD 2,116.72 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 6,091.45 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 16.3%.


Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 16.3 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)16.3 %
Market Size (2024)USD 2,116.72 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 6,091.45 Million
Market ConcentrationLow
Report Pages306
2,116.72
2024
6,091.45
2031

Major Players

  • Ashland Global Holdings Inc
  • BASF SE
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • Colorcon Inc
  • Dow Chemical Company
  • Croda International Plc
  • Roquette Frères
  • Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd
  • Lubrizol Corporation
  • Merck KGaA

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market is expanding rapidly as demand for improved drug solubility and bioavailability rises. These excipients have become essential in addressing challenges related to poorly soluble compounds. Currently, nearly 60% of low-solubility drugs depend on polymer-based excipients to achieve better formulation outcomes.

Key Role in Pharmaceutical Development
The pharmaceutical sector represents about 55% of market consumption, where polymer-based excipients are widely used in oral dosage forms. Their ability to enhance dissolution, maintain stability, and improve therapeutic efficiency underscores their value in modern drug formulations. Their growing role in new drug pipelines highlights their strategic importance.

Use in Advanced Drug Delivery Systems
Around 25% of demand is attributed to applications in advanced drug delivery systems. These excipients are vital in solid dispersions, nanoparticles, and controlled release products, ensuring consistent release and higher absorption of active ingredients. Their contribution supports the industry’s shift toward more precise and effective therapies.

Application in Biopharmaceuticals
The biopharmaceutical industry accounts for close to 15% of utilization, leveraging polymer-based excipients for protein stabilization, improved absorption, and enhanced bioavailability. Their importance in biologics and specialty drugs is growing, as they ensure safety and efficacy in high-value therapeutic areas. This is reinforcing their demand in advanced medicine.

Growth Prospects Ahead
The polymer-based solubility enhancement excipients market is set for robust growth, backed by innovation in drug delivery technologies, rising R&D investments, and the shift toward specialty pharmaceuticals. Their ability to provide superior formulation performance, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen therapeutic effectiveness positions them as indispensable in the evolving pharmaceutical landscape.

Polymer Based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market, Segmentation by Geography

In this report, the Polymer Based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market has been segmented by Geography into five regions; North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America.

Regions and Countries Analyzed in this Report

Legend
North America
Rest of North America
Europe
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East and Africa
Rest of Middle East and Africa
Latin America
Rest of Latin America
Rest of the World

Polymer Based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market Share (%), by Geographical Region.

North America

North America holds ~34–36% share, led by adoption of polymer-based solubility excipients for oral solid dispersions. The U.S. contributes ~80% of regional demand, with growth around ~6–7% as BCS II/IV assets convert to polymer-enabled delivery.

Europe

Europe accounts for ~27–29% of global demand, with ~65%+ centered in Western markets under strong QbD and CMC frameworks. Regional expansion is ~5–6%, and lifecycle optimization adds ~2–3% incremental momentum.

Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific holds ~26–28% share and grows fastest at ~8–10% CAGR. India and China deliver ~60% of regional demand via scaling CDMO capacity, while Japan and South Korea sustain a ~40%+ premium-grade mix.

Middle East & Africa

MEA maintains ~4–5% share, with GCC at ~60–65% of spend. Growth near ~6–7% reflects local production and tender inclusion; compliance programs lift qualified sourcing by ~10–12%.

Latin America

Latin America represents ~6–7% of the market, led by Brazil and Mexico at ~70% of regional demand. Volumes rise ~5–6% via generics and institutional tenders, with tech transfers adding ~2–3%; cost-optimized grades remain ~55–60% of purchases.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Technology
    3. Market Snapshot, By Bioavailability Enhancement Mechanism
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application

    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Pharmaceutical innovation demand
        2. Enhanced drug delivery
        3. Regulatory compliance requirements
        4. Increasing R&D investments
        5. Growing healthcare demand
      2. Restraints
        1. Cost constraints
        2. Limited market awareness
        3. Patent protection challenges
        4. Manufacturing complexities
        5. Regulatory hurdles
      3. Opportunities
        1. Emerging markets expansion
        2. Technological advancements adoption
        3. Customized excipient solutions
        4. Strategic partnerships collaborations
        5. Increasing generics demand
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Copovidone
      2. HPMC
      3. Polymethacrylates
      4. HPMCAS
      5. PVP
      6. Polyvinyl Caprolactam-Polyvinyl Acetate-Polyethylene Glycol Copolymer
      7. HPC
      8. Others
    2. Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market, By Technology, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Solid Dispersion Technology
      2. Particle Size Reduction Technology
    3. Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market, By Bioavailability Enhancement Mechanism, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Solubilization

      2. Permeation Enhancement

      3. Dissolution Rate Enhancement

      4. Crystal Modification

    4. Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Oral
      2. Parenteral
      3. Ophthalmic
      4. Dermal
      5. Other
    5. Polymer-based Solubility Enhancement Excipients Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
      2. BASF SE
      3. Evonik Industries AG
      4. Colorcon Inc
      5. Dow Chemical Company
      6. Croda International Plc
      7. Roquette Frères
      8. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd
      9. Lubrizol Corporation
      10. Merck KGaA
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market