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US Oral Solid Dosage CDMO Market Grows with Rising Demand for Drug Manufacturing Outsourcing

US oral solid dosage CDMO market is growing as drugmakers increase outsourcing for oral formulations, generics, and complex drug manufacturing.
Author: Rohan Patil Published Date: 7 July 2026
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The U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO market size accounted for USD 14.38 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 15.33 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 27.2 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 6.58% from 2026 to 2035. Growing outsourcing of complex formulations, urgent demand for specialized manufacturing technologies, an expanding generic drug pipeline, growing clinical trial manufacturing demand, increasing focus on quality control, and rising demand for specialized formulations are promoting market growth.

U.S. Oral Solid Dosage CDMO Market Overview

Market Snapshot: The Rise of the U.S. Oral Solid Dosage CDMO Market

The U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO refers to the contract development and manufacturing organizations across the U.S. providing services such as formulation development, manufacturing, and packaging for oral solid dosage forms. They help in the development of oral tablets and capsules, support commercial-scale drug production, offers process optimization services. They also help in reducing manufacturing costs, offer expertise, and ensure regulatory compliance, which encourages their use.

  • The growing outsourcing trends across the U.S. are increasing the use of oral solid dosage CDMOs.
  • Increasing demand for high-potency and generic oral solid dosage forms is also increasing their use.
  • Rise in complex oral solid drug formulations, controlled-release products, and modified-release products is also driving their demand.
  • Increasing investments are also leading to new collaborations with these CDMOs to leverage advanced manufacturing infrastructure. 
  • Expanding adoption of personalized and precision medications is also driving the use of oral solid dosage CDMOs.
  • Growing R&D activities and clinical trials are also increasing their use to leverage formulation and regulatory expertise.

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Market Segmentation Overview

By product type, the tablets segment accounted for the highest revenue share of 56% of the U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO market in 2025, due to their ease of use and enhanced affordability. Their high stability and longer shelf life also increased their use. They were widely prescribed, which increased their production and promoted the use of oral solid dosage CDMOs.

By service type, the commercial manufacturing segment held a major revenue share of 37% of the U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO market in 2025, due to high demand for large-scale production. The need for scalable manufacturing solutions is also increasing their use. Additionally, growing demand for generic oral formulations is also driving their demand.

By therapeutic area type, the cardiovascular diseases segment contributed the biggest revenue share of 21% of the U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO market in 2025, driven by growth in their incidence rates. This increases the use of oral solid formulations. Additionally, frequent prescription of cardiovascular medication also increased their manufacturing volume and collaboration with CDMOs.

By customer type, the large pharmaceutical companies segment held the largest revenue share of 42% of the U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO market in 2025, due to a high volume of drug development. A rise in the need for additional manufacturing capacity and specialized expertise also increased the use of oral solid dosage CDMOs. They were also used for development, research, and marketing.

By end user, the branded drug manufacturers segment led the U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO market with a 44% share in 2025, driven by large-scale commercial production and high investments. Growth in the specialty drug pipeline also increased collaboration with CDMOs. The need for flexible manufacturing capacity has also increased its use.

Regional Analysis

The U.S. oral solid dosage CDMO market held a significant share and is expected to show notable growth during the predicted time, due to the presence of robust industries. Increasing outsourcing trends and growing demand for oral solid formulation also increase their use. Growing investments, demand for generic products, and personalized medications are also enhancing the market growth.

Market Movers: Top CDMOs Powering Oral Solid Dosage Manufacturing

Catalent, Inc. registered dominance over the market with its Zydis ODT, OptiShell, and OptiMelt products, where Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. was its closest competitor, which provided Patheon Quadrant and Patheon Quick to Clinic. Lonza Group AG also sustained its position by offering Capsugel, Colorectal-Targeted Caps, and Vcaps Plus, where Cambrex Corporation also contributed to the market growth with its Cambrex HP-OSD and Cambrex MicroSphere products.

Segments Covered in the Report

By Product Type

  • Tablets
    • Immediate Release (IR) Tablets
    • Extended Release (ER) Tablets
    • Chewable Tablets
    • Orally Disintegrating Tablets (ODTs)
    • Effervescent Tablets
  • Capsules
    • Hard Gelatin Capsules
    • HPMC/Vegetarian Capsules
    • Soft Capsules
  • Powders & Granules
    • Sachets
    • Bulk Powder
    • Unit-Dose Granules
  • Lozenges & Pastilles
  • Others

By Service Type

  • Preformulation & Formulation Development
  • Analytical & Stability Testing
  • Process Development & Scale-up
  • Clinical Manufacturing
    • Phase I
    • Phase II
    • Phase III
  • Commercial Manufacturing
  • Packaging & Labeling
    • Bottle Packaging
    • Blister Packaging
    • Stick Packs & Sachets
  • Regulatory Support & Documentation

By Therapeutic Area

  • Oncology
  • Cardiovascular Diseases
  • Central Nervous System (CNS)
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Endocrine & Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Respiratory Diseases
  • Pain Management
  • Others

By Customer Type

  • Large Pharmaceutical Companies
  • Mid-sized Pharmaceutical Companies
  • Small & Emerging Biopharmaceutical Companies
  • Virtual Pharma Companies

By End User

  • Branded Drug Manufacturers
  • Generic Drug Manufacturers
  • Biotechnology Companies
  • Research Organizations

By Drug Potency

  • Standard Potency APIs
  • High Potency APIs (HPAPI)
    • Oncology Products
    • Hormonal Products
    • Cytotoxic Products

By Manufacturing Scale

  • Clinical Scale
  • Pilot Scale
  • Commercial Scale

By Release Profile

  • Immediate Release
  • Modified Release
    • Extended Release
    • Delayed Release
    • Controlled Release
  • Enteric-Coated
  • Multiparticulate Systems