Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients: Global Markets

Report Code: PHM200C

Publish Date: Oct 2024

Publisher: BCC Publishing

Category: Pharmaceuticals

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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
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
Key Market Drivers
  • Resilient Pharmaceutical Demand
  • Increase in Adoption of Generics
  • Shift to More Complex Chemical Entities
  • Growth in the Biologics Market
  • Advances in API Manufacturing
  • Government Support
Companies studied
AUROBINDO PHARMADIVI’S LABORATORIES LTD.
EUROAPIEVONIK INDUSTRIES AG
LONZAPFIZER INC.
SIEGFRIED HOLDING AGTEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD.
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC.WUXI APPTEC
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The global active pharmaceutical ingredients market was estimated to be around $247.8 billion in 2023. The market is projected to reach $347.9 billion in 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period.
An in-depth analysis of the global active pharmaceutical ingredients market, including historical data and market projection on sales by manufacturer type, production method, molecule type and region.
By production method, chemical synthesis segment is anticipated to dominate the market by the end of 2029.
The large molecule segment is the fastest growing market.

Analyst Credentials

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.

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Table of Contents

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Title/Chapter NamePagesMember Price
Full Report: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients: Global Markets119Free
Chapter- 1: Executive Summary3Free
Chapter- 2: Market Overview6Free
Chapter- 3: Market Dynamics11Free
Chapter- 4: Emerging Technologies and Developments2Free
Chapter- 5: Market Segmentation Analysis56Free
Chapter- 6: Competitive Intelligence4Free
Chapter- 7: Appendix37Free
Published - Jan-2021| Analyst - BCC Publishing| Code - PHM200B

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 Includes

  • 27 data tables and 32 additional tables
  • An overview of the global active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) market
  • Estimation of the market size and analyses of market trends, with data from 2018, 2019, estimates for 2020 and projection of CAGR through 2025
  • Highlights of quantitative and qualitative data of the API market by molecular entity, manufacturer type, origin, end use and region
  • Detailed description of API sources, production methods, route of synthesis, and contract manufacturing organizations
  • Information on regulatory perspective on production methods of API and discussion on harmonization of API GMP standards and supply chain integrity
  • Impact analysis of coronavirus on the global economy; and discussion on impact of COVID-19 on API industry
  • Identification of market drivers, restraints and other forces impacting the global market and evaluation of current market trends, market size, market forecast, and technological advancements within the industry
  • Discussion on issues like patent expiry and its impact on the pharmaceutical market, and details of changes in pharmaceutical drug development
  • Coverage of events like mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, collaborations or partnerships, and other key market strategies
  • Company profiles of major players of the industry, including Actavis PLC, BASF AG, Cambrex Corp., GlaxoSmithKline PLC and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Published - Jul-2018| Analyst - BCC Publishing| Code - PHM200A

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.

Report Includes

  • 38 data tables and 32 additional tables
  • Detailed overview of global market for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) within the pharmaceutical industry
  • Country specific data and analysis for United States, Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, U.K., Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, Brazil, South Africa, and UAE
  • Segmentation of the global market by molecular entity, manufacturer type, end use, and geographical region
  • Identification of factors such as challenges, trends and emerging opportunities that impact the future market dynamics
  • A look at the current regulatory updates, new developments, mergers and acquisitions and partnership activities, and patent expiry shaping the API market landscape
  • Examination of vendor landscape and detailed profiles of the major vendors in the global API market, including Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, Cambrex Corp., BASF, Dishman Group, Lonza, and Sun Pharma

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