Softgel Healthcare

What Softgel Healthcare does

Softgel Healthcare Private Limited is an India-based, pure-play contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Founded in 2006 and operating with 800+ employees, the company specializes in the development and production of soft gelatin capsules for global pharmaceutical and nutraceutical clients. Its customer base spans multinational branded pharma, generic pharma, consumer health, and major pharmacy retailers, with named relationships including Pfizer, Abbott, Viatris, Sandoz, Sun Pharma, Cipla, Mankind Pharma, Apotex, Jamp Pharma, Unilab, Walgreens, CVS, P&G, Reckitt Benckiser, and GNC. The company generates revenue through negotiated, per-project contract manufacturing fees for formulation development, scale-up, commercial manufacturing, and packaging, targeting Rx and OTC pharmaceutical and nutraceutical buyers across 60+ countries.

The company's technical platform is built around automated, servo-controlled high-speed softgel encapsulation equipment sourced from Sky Softgel Korea, fully automated visual inspection systems, and dedicated suites for high-potency molecules and hormones with specialized containment. It operates 21 CFR Part 11 compliant laboratory systems and supports multiple packaging formats including blisters, alu-alu, bottles, and bulk foil with serialization compatible with US FDA and EU markets. Quality and regulatory compliance are anchored by a broad set of accreditations covering FDA, EU GMP, TGA, Health Canada, ANVISA, INVIMA, NAFDAC, FSSAI, ISO 9001/14001/13485, EU MDR, and CMMC Level 2, giving the firm permission to manufacture for most major regulated pharmaceutical markets. The product catalog covers 25+ formulations spanning oncology (Enzalutamide, Midostaurin), cardiovascular (Icosapent Ethyl, Dutasteride), pain management (Ibuprofen, Paracetamol/Acetaminophen), dermatology (Isotretinoin), immunology (Voclosporin, Avacopan), and nutritional supplements (Vitamin D3, Alfacalcidol, Calcitriol). Commercialization runs through two brand surfaces: SHPL for Rx/OTC and Valdoza for nutraceuticals.

The business is founder-managed, with A.M. Sulaiman as Managing Director and supported by a Scientific Advisory Board that includes Dr. Arjun Oberoi (healthcare investment), Guru Ramanathan (former GNC CIO), and Kimberlee Steel (former Catalent BD). Go-to-market is enterprise B2B field sales through a global chief business officer and four regional business development officers covering South East Asia, Middle East & Europe, Eastern Europe, and LATAM. The company has pursued ESG positioning via a Power Purchase Agreement with Radiance Renewables projected to abate roughly 130,000 tonnes of CO2 over the agreement life, and a recent (2025) cross-border discovery proceeding in the Madras High Court and Supreme Court of India against a Pfizer-issued Letter Rogatory from a US Delaware court. Ownership, funding history, and detailed financials are not disclosed in the source material.

Name

Softgel Healthcare

Legal name

Softgel Healthcare Private Limited

Website

https://softgelhealthcare.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Softgel Healthcare is an Indian CDMO based in Chennai that develops and manufactures softgel capsules for global pharmaceutical and nutraceutical companies. It operates 800+ employees, multi-regulatory accreditations, and serves 60+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceutical Contract Manufacturing

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Small-Molecule Drug Product (Solid/Oral/Parenteral) CDMO (HLAGABAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Packaging, Labeling & Serialization (Clinical/Commercial) CDMO (HLAGABAJ)

Keywords

• Softgel capsule manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical contract manufacturing
• Nutraceutical production
• High-potency drug manufacturing
• CDMO formulation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Chennai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Contract Manufacturing Services: As a pure-play CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization), Softgel Healthcare generates revenue through contract manufacturing of softgel capsules for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products. The company develops and manufactures products for clients under non-compete agreements, providing end-to-end services from product development to manufacturing and packaging.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Softgel Healthcare is a pure-play Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) that develops and manufactures soft gelatin capsules for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical clients globally. It provides end-to-end services from formulation development and analytical R&D to manufacturing, packaging (bottles, blister, alu-alu, bulk foil) with serialization, regulatory affairs support, and clinical studies assistance, serving clients under non-compete agreements across 60+ countries.

Product overview

Softgel Healthcare is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in softgel capsule manufacturing. The company operates two product brands: SHPL for Rx and OTC pharmaceutical products, and Valdoza for nutraceuticals. Their portfolio comprises 24 distinct softgel capsule products spanning therapeutic categories including oncology (Enzalutamide, Midostaurin), cardiovascular (Icosapent Ethyl), dermatology (Isotretinoin), pain management (Ibuprofen, Paracetamol/Acetaminophen), vitamins and supplements (Vitamin D3, Alfacalcidol, Calcitriol), and various OTC treatments. The company also offers pharmaceutical manufacturing services including quality management, logistics, regulatory services, manufacturing and packaging, sourcing, project management, and clinical studies. Packaging options include Clear Bottle, Blister in Carton, White Bottle, Alu Alu, Grey Foil Bulk Packing, and Blister in Pouch formats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Valdoza: Nutraceuticals product brand under Softgel Healthcare

Products and services

• Enzalutamide Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Enzalutamide softgel capsules, an Rx pharmaceutical product, for global pharmaceutical company clients under CDMO arrangements.
• Cyclosporine Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Cyclosporine softgel capsules, an Rx pharmaceutical product, for global pharmaceutical company clients under CDMO arrangements.
• Tafamidis Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Tafamidis softgel capsules, an Rx pharmaceutical product, for global pharmaceutical company clients under CDMO arrangements.
• Nintedanib Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Nintedanib softgel capsules, an Rx pharmaceutical product, for global pharmaceutical company clients under CDMO arrangements.
• Ibuprofen Softgel Capsule (Regular and Minis) Contract manufacturing of Ibuprofen softgel capsules in regular and mini sizes for pain relief, available for both Rx and OTC pharmaceutical clients.
• Paracetamol and Ibuprofen Combination Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of a fixed-dose combination Paracetamol and Ibuprofen softgel capsule formulation as an OTC analgesic product.
• Acetaminophen Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Acetaminophen softgel capsules for pain relief and fever reduction as an OTC pharmaceutical product.
• Ethosuximide Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Ethosuximide softgel capsules for anti-epileptic use as an Rx pharmaceutical product.
• Isotretinoin Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Isotretinoin softgel capsules for acne treatment as an Rx pharmaceutical product.
• Vitamin D3 Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Vitamin D3 softgel capsules as a nutraceutical dietary supplement product.
• Alfacalcidol Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Alfacalcidol softgel capsules, a vitamin D analog, as a nutraceutical dietary supplement product.
• Calcitriol Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Calcitriol softgel capsules, the active form of Vitamin D3, as a nutraceutical dietary supplement product.
• Icosapent Ethyl Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Icosapent Ethyl softgel capsules, an omega-3 fatty acid for cardiovascular health, as an Rx pharmaceutical product.
• Dutasteride Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Dutasteride softgel capsules, a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, as an Rx pharmaceutical product.
• Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride softgel capsules as an OTC antihistamine product.
• Loperamide Hydrochloride Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Loperamide Hydrochloride softgel capsules as an OTC anti-diarrheal product.
• Midostaurin Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Midostaurin softgel capsules as a targeted therapy Rx pharmaceutical product, including for oncology indications.
• Sennosides Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Sennosides softgel capsules as an OTC laxative product.
• Simethicone Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Simethicone softgel capsules as an OTC anti-gas product.
• Docusate Sodium Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Docusate Sodium softgel capsules as an OTC stool softener product.
• Avacopan Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Avacopan softgel capsules, a complement C5a receptor antagonist, as an Rx pharmaceutical product.
• Voclosporin Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Voclosporin softgel capsules as an Rx immunosuppressant pharmaceutical product.
• Benzonatate Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Benzonatate softgel capsules as an OTC cough suppressant product.
• Valporic Softgel Capsule Contract manufacturing of Valporic softgel capsules as an Rx pharmaceutical product.
• SHPL Rx and OTC Pharmaceutical Product Catalog Official product catalog from Softgel Healthcare listing the full range of Rx and OTC pharmaceutical softgel capsule products manufactured under the SHPL brand via CDMO engagements.
• Valdoza Nutraceutical Product Catalog Official product catalog for the Valdoza sub-brand of Softgel Healthcare, listing nutraceutical softgel capsule products including vitamins and dietary supplements.
• Clear Bottle Packaging Contract packaging of softgel capsules in clear bottle format as a finishing option for CDMO customers.
• Blister in Carton Packaging Contract packaging of softgel capsules in blister packs within cartons, with serialization support per US FDA and EU norms, as a finishing option for CDMO customers.
• White Bottle Packaging Contract packaging of softgel capsules in white bottle format as a finishing option for CDMO customers.
• Alu Alu Packaging Contract packaging of softgel capsules in alu-alu blister format for enhanced protection as a finishing option for CDMO customers.
• Grey Foil Bulk Packing Contract bulk packaging of softgel capsules in grey foil format for high-volume distribution as a finishing option for CDMO customers.
• Blister in Pouch Packaging Contract packaging of softgel capsules in blister packs within pouches as a finishing option for CDMO customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Avoids approximately 130,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions over PPA agreement life
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Radiance RenewablescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Radiance Renewables signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Softgel Healthcare to supply green power to the healthcare manufacturer's operations in India. The project is expected to avoid approximately 130,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions over the life of the agreement, equivalent to planting around 270,000 trees, while also conserving more than 314,000 cubic metres of water. The partnership reflects the growing momentum among Indian industries to decarbonize operations through renewable energy adoption.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sirio Pharma: China-based CDMO offering softgel, gummy, and other dosage forms to global pharma and nutraceutical brands. Closely comparable to Softgel in softgel CDMO services, end-to-end development model, and global customer footprint.
• Aenova Group: European-headquartered CDMO with significant softgel manufacturing capabilities, serving pharma and consumer health customers globally. Direct competitor to Softgel in oral solid softgel CDMO services and primary packaging.
• Procaps Group: Latin American integrated pharmaceutical and softgel CDMO with global brand operations. Comparable to Softgel in softgel manufacturing, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical customers, and international distribution.
• Catalent: Global pure-play CDMO (now owned by Novo Holdings) with one of the largest softgel encapsulation capacities in the world. Directly comparable to Softgel Healthcare in dosage form, target customers (global pharma), and end-to-end development-to-commercial services.
• Contract Pharmaceuticals: Canadian specialty CDMO focused on liquid and semi-solid softgel dosage forms for global pharma. Direct peer in softgel contract development and manufacturing for Rx and OTC products.

Broad incumbents

• Almac Group: Large global CDMO offering a broad range of services including API, drug product, and clinical services. Comparable as a competing CDMO for global pharma customers, though softgel is not its primary dosage form focus.
• Eurofins CDMO: Global CDMO offering API, drug product, and packaging services including softgel capabilities. Comparable as a competing CDMO for development and commercial manufacturing outsourcing decisions.
• Patheon (Thermo Fisher Scientific): Major global CDMO (part of Thermo Fisher) offering softgel manufacturing as part of a much broader services portfolio. Comparable as a competing CDMO for the same global pharma customers Softgel targets.
• Piramal Pharma Solutions: India-headquartered global CDMO offering drug substance, drug product, and biologics services with a global customer base. Comparable as a competing India-rooted CDMO for global pharma outsourcing, though significantly broader in scope than Softgel.

Regional players

• Aurobindo Pharma: Large Indian pharmaceutical manufacturer with CDMO services and global generics footprint including softgel products. Comparable to Softgel in India-based manufacturing scale, generic pharma customer base, and regulated-market approvals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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