Microcrystalline Cellulose Market to Grow with a CAGR of 6.28% through 2030

Rising Demand for Nutraceuticals and Dietary Supplements and Sustainability and Shift Toward Renewable Resources are expected to drive the Global Microcrystalline Cellulose Market growth in the forecast period, 2026-2030

According to TechSci Research report, “Microcrystalline Cellulose Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2030F”, the Global Microcrystalline Cellulose Market stood at USD 1.15 Billion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of 6.28% in the forecast period.

The pharmaceutical industry continues to be the primary driver of global microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) demand. MCC is widely utilized as a binder, filler, and disintegrant in oral solid dosage forms, including tablets and capsules. Rising incidences of chronic diseases, growing demand for generic medications, and expanded healthcare access in emerging markets are fueling pharmaceutical production, sustaining robust demand for MCC. Its exceptional compressibility, stability, and compatibility with active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) make it a critical component in ensuring product quality and consistency across formulations.

Regulatory acceptance further reinforces MCC’s market position. Recognized as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the U.S. FDA and approved by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and other international bodies, MCC offers manufacturers confidence in its safety and reliability, enabling extensive application across pharmaceuticals, food, and personal care products.

Beyond pharmaceuticals, MCC is increasingly adopted in cosmetics and personal care products, where its natural origin and functional properties such as enhancing texture, stability, and absorbency align with growing consumer demand for clean-label, eco-friendly, and plant-based formulations. This trend is opening new avenues for market expansion.

Despite regulatory recognition, MCC manufacturers face challenges in meeting stringent global standards for purity, safety, and performance. Compliance with multiple regulatory frameworks increases operational complexity and cost. Smaller manufacturers, in particular, may struggle with maintaining consistent product quality, undergoing rigorous certification processes, and navigating approval delays, all of which can limit market penetration and slow expansion into new geographies.

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Global Microcrystalline Cellulose Market is segmented into source, form , application, regional distribution, and company.

Based on the category of Form, the powder segment emerged as the dominating segment in the market for Microcrystalline Cellulose in 2024. Powdered MCC is the most widely used form due to its high functionality as a binder, disintegrant, stabilizer, and bulking agent, particularly in pharmaceuticals, food & beverages, and cosmetics. Its fine particle structure, excellent compressibility, and superior flowability make it indispensable in tablet and capsule formulations, which represent the largest share of pharmaceutical production worldwide.

The dominance of the powder form is further supported by its cost-effectiveness and compatibility with a wide range of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients. Manufacturers prefer powdered MCC because it enables consistent product quality, enhances mechanical strength of tablets, and supports controlled drug release. In the food industry, powdered MCC serves as a stabilizer, anti-caking agent, and fat replacer, which is critical in the production of low-fat dairy, bakery, and processed foods. Its versatility has also led to growing adoption in nutraceuticals, where demand for dietary supplements is accelerating globally. Powdered MCC aligns with industry trends favoring clean-label, plant-derived, and sustainable ingredients. Regulatory acceptance by agencies such as the U.S. FDA and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) further strengthens its adoption across multiple end-use applications, as companies prioritize reliable, approved, and safe excipients. The powder form also enjoys well-established supply chains and easier storage, packaging, and transportation advantages compared to other MCC forms, which boosts its commercial dominance.

Europe is set to experience one of the fastest growth rates in the global microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) market, driven by a combination of strong industrial demand, regulatory support, and rising consumer awareness of health and sustainability. The region hosts a mature pharmaceutical industry with high adoption of MCC in oral solid dosage forms, where its binding, bulking, and disintegrant properties are critical for tablets and capsules. Continuous innovation in drug delivery systems, including sustained-release and orally disintegrating tablets, further fuels MCC consumption. The growing nutraceutical and dietary supplement sector in Europe also contributes significantly to market expansion. Increasing health-consciousness, an aging population, and government initiatives promoting preventive healthcare are driving demand for high-quality nutraceutical products, which rely on MCC for consistency, stability, and dosage precision.

Europe’s food and beverage industry is similarly influencing market growth. With a strong focus on functional foods, low-calorie products, and clean-label ingredients, MCC is increasingly used as a stabilizer, fat replacer, and texturizer in processed foods and beverages. Consumer preference for plant-based, natural, and sustainable products aligns with MCC’s renewable and eco-friendly characteristics, boosting its adoption in both traditional and emerging applications.

Major companies operating in Global Microcrystalline Cellulose Market are:

• Roquette Frères.
• JRS PHARMA GmbH & Co. KG
• Asahi Kasei Corporation
• Apollo Scientific Ltd
• SEPPIC
• Ankit Pulps and Boards Pvt Ltd
• GODAVARI BIOREFINERIES LTD
• International Flavors & Fragrances Inc
• DFE Pharma
• Fengchen Group Co., Ltd

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“The Global Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) Market is poised for sustained growth, driven by its indispensable role across pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food, and personal care industries. Rising healthcare demand, expanding nutraceutical consumption, evolving consumer preferences for clean-label and sustainable products, and technological advancements in production collectively reinforce MCC’s market relevance. While regulatory compliance and raw material considerations remain important factors, the increasing adoption of MCC in emerging applications such as advanced drug delivery, functional foods, and eco-friendly formulations highlights its strategic importance. With robust demand across mature and emerging regions, the market is well-positioned for long-term expansion, solidifying MCC’s status as a critical, versatile ingredient in global industrial and consumer applications.,” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director of TechSci Research, a research-based management consulting firm.

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