The rapid surge in café culture all around the world is expected to drive market expansion in the near future at a CAGR of 7.90% during the forecast period 2024 to 2032.

Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Global Coffee Capsule Market” that contains information from 2019 to 2032. The coffee capsule market is estimated to register a CAGR of 7.90% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2032.

MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the global coffee capsule market - illycaffe S.p.A., Inspire Brands, Inc., Lavazza Group, Nestle S.A., Georg MENSHEN GmbH & Co. KG, Aumeeka Ventures LLP, The Kraft Heinz Company, Halo Coffee, Coffee Nirvana, The J. M. Smucker Company, Starbucks Corporation, and JDE Peets N.V.

Market Highlights

The global coffee capsule market is accounted to register a CAGR of 7.90% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 12.290 billion by 2032.

Growing demand for premium and instant ground coffee, a growing need for non-alcoholic beverages, and people's busy work schedules worldwide are major factors propelling the market's revenue growth. Because they cut down on the time and effort needed to make a cup of coffee, coffee capsule demand is predicted to rise and help the market's revenue growth. Additionally, the development of environmentally friendly capsules and a focus on creating capsules that work with a variety of coffee makers are anticipated to continue creating profitable business prospects for established companies and newcomers to the worldwide market. Furthermore, the ability of capsules to deliver quality, convenience, and diversity in a single serving is gaining popularity, and this trend is anticipated to fuel market expansion going forward.

Segment Analysis

The global coffee capsule market has been segmented into material, distribution channel, and end user.

On the basis of material, the market is segmented into Aluminium, Compostable, and PBT Plastic. The aluminium segment was attributed to holding the largest market share in 2023. The use of aluminum coffee capsules has risen substantially in recent years because of their versatility and ease of use. Nowadays, consumers who want premium coffee made fast and easily without requiring them to grind beans or measure out coffee grounds prefer aluminum coffee capsules.

Based on distribution channel, the global coffee capsule market has been segmented into Hypermarkets and Supermarkets, Specialty Stores, E-Commerce, and Others. The hypermarkets and supermarkets segment was expected to hold the largest market share in 2023. Supermarkets and hypermarkets serve as major distribution channels for coffee consumables due to their large retail spaces and ability to sell a wide range of goods. Supermarkets and hypermarkets are expected to witness a rapid rise in this industry due to their provision of premium coffee capsules within certain price ranges and the availability of brand and functionality alternatives.

Based on end user, the global coffee capsule market has been segmented into Commercial  (Café and Restaurants, QSR, Others) and Residential. The transportation segment was expected to hold the largest market share in 2023. There are various benefits to using coffee capsules for business purposes. For example, coffee capsules are user-friendly, practical, and consistently deliver high-quality flavor. This is crucial in a business setting where clients or employees require premium coffee. Coffee capsules are an additional affordable and sensible solution for companies who wish to provide coffee options without investing in expensive equipment or hiring professional baristas.

Regional Analysis

The global coffee capsule market, based on region, has been divided into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World. North America consists of the US and Canada. The Europe coffee capsule market comprises of Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Europe. The coffee capsule market in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The Rest of the World coffee capsule market comprises the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.

The largest market share for coffee capsules was maintained by the North American regional sector. Many different brands and tastes of coffee capsules are available in the North American market. Traditional blends, specialty coffee, and flavored capsules are just a few of the possibilities available to consumers. With their smooth coffee experience and consistent capsule delivery, subscription services have also grown in popularity. Another major development in the US market for coffee capsules is the premiumization of coffee.

Moreover, the Europe market has been persistently growing over the forecast period. The shift in consumer preferences from instant coffee to more expensive options and creative new product development in the region are the primary reasons for the revenue growth of the European market. Furthermore, the region's high coffee consumption is anticipated to be crucial to the market's growth. Due to the presence of major industry players in the area, the European coffee capsule market is anticipated to develop at a strong revenue rate throughout the forecast year.

Additionally, Asia Pacific is anticipated to experience the quickest growth over the forecast period. The Asia Pacific market is growing due to a number of causes, including people's changing preferences from tea to coffee, changing lifestyles, and an increase in the working population. Asia Pacific consumers gravitate toward health-beneficial items, especially in China, India, and Japan. The region's strong desire for novel products is another factor fueling the expansion of the market.

Furthermore, the rest of the world's coffee capsule market is divided into the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. The market for coffee capsules is clearly seeing a boom in demand throughout the rest of the world. Known historically for drinking tea, the North has seen a notable move toward coffee capsules. The increasing demand can be ascribed to the impact of global coffee culture, shifting lifestyles, and changing customer tastes. This change is partly due to urbanization and exposure to a variety of coffee trends via travel and the media.

Key Findings of the Study

• The global coffee capsule market is expected to reach USD 12.290 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 7.90% during the forecast period.


• The Asia-Pacific region accounted for the fastest-growing global market due to changing lifestyles.


• Based on gasifier application, the transportation segment was attributed to holding the largest market in 2023, with an approximate market share of 45–65%.


• illycaffe S.p.A., Inspire Brands, Inc., Lavazza Group, Nestle S.A., Georg MENSHEN GmbH & Co. KG, Aumeeka Ventures LLP, The Kraft Heinz Company, Halo Coffee, Coffee Nirvana, The J. M. Smucker Company, Starbucks Corporation, and JDE Peets N.V are the key market players.