Report Highlights
The global market for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) is estimated to increase from $247.8 billion in 2023 to reach $347.9 billion by 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% from 2024 through 2029.
Report Includes
- 64 data tables and 38 additional tables
- An analysis of the global markets for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
- Analyses of global market trends, with market revenue data from 2022 to 2023, estimates for 2024, forecast for 2025, and projected CAGRs through 2029
- Estimates of the size and revenue prospects of the global market, along with a market share analysis by origin, drug molecular entity type, manufacturer type, end use and region
- Facts and figures pertaining to the market dynamics, technical advances, API sources, production methods, route of synthesis, regulations, and the impact of macroeconomic variables
- A Porter’s Five Forces model, and global supply chain and PESTLE analyses
- Patent activity featuring issues like patent expiry and its impact on the pharmaceutical market, and details of changes in pharmaceutical drug development
- Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments, with emphasis on consumer attitudes, ESG score analysis, and the ESG practices of leading companies
- Analysis of the industry structure, including companies’ market shares, strategic alliances, M&A activity and a venture funding outlook
- Company profiles of major players within the industry, including Pfizer Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., EuroAPI, Lonza, Siegfried Holding AG, and Divi’s Laboratories Ltd.
Report Scope
This goal of this report is to impart in-depth knowledge of the global market for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), in terms of both qualitative and quantitative data, to help readers assess the market landscape, develop business/growth strategies, and analyze their market position. BCC Research estimates market size for 2023 (the base year) and forecasts values for 2024 by the end of 2029. It is important to note that market size reflects the demand for APIs within a region or country rather than the API industry itself.
In this report, the API market is analyzed by manufacturer type, production method, molecule type, region and country. Industry growth trends, drivers, restraints and opportunities in the API market are also discussed in detail. The scope of the study is global.
Report Synopsis
| Report Metrics | Details | ||||||||||
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| Base year considered | 2023 | ||||||||||
| Forecast period considered | 2024-2029 | ||||||||||
| Base year market size | $247.8 billion | ||||||||||
| Market size forecast | $347.9 billion | ||||||||||
| Growth rate | CAGR of 5.9% for the forecast period of 2024-2029 | ||||||||||
| Units considered | $ Millions | ||||||||||
| Segments covered | Manufacturer Type, Production Method, Molecule Type | ||||||||||
| Regions covered | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Rest of the World | ||||||||||
| Countries covered | U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Poland, Belgium, Austria, Netherlands, Sweden, Russia, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, New Zealand, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Brazil, Turkey, Argentina, Israel, U.A.E., South Africa, Egypt, Turkey, Iran, Iraq, Peru, Columbia | ||||||||||
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BCC Research Team possesses expertise and experience in life and physical science domains. They specialize in offering valuable business insights, including industry analysis, competitor intelligence, strategic and financial analysis, and opportunity assessment. The team has in-depth knowledge of various sectors, including healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, IT, automation, advanced materials, and energy. They are proficient in qualitative and quantitative market intelligence providing clients with actionable insights. With a vast understanding of the competitive landscape, the team can support clients in making data-driven decisions to help them achieve a competitive edge in their respective markets.
Report Highlights
The global market for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) should grow from $135.4 billion in 2020 to $173.3 billion by 2025, at compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% for the period of 2020-2025.
Report Highlights
The global active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) market should reach $154.7 billion by 2022 from $114.2 billion in 2017 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2% for the period 2017-2022.
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