Gas Chromatography Market Report 2026

The gas chromatography market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.88 billion in 2025 to $3.07 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in chemical analysis demand, expansion of pharmaceutical r&d, increased use in food safety testing, adoption in environmental monitoring, reliance on traditional detection methods.

The gas chromatography market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.95 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for rapid testing workflows, expansion of biotechnology and drug development, rising adoption of portable chromatography systems, growth in environmental compliance testing, development of high-sensitivity detection technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of advanced chromatography data systems, expansion of cloud-enabled analytical platforms, development of intelligent automated sample processing, advancement of smart instrument diagnostics, integration of AI-based analytical interpretation.

Rising demand from the pharmaceutical industry is expected to propel the growth of the gas chromatography market going forward. The pharmaceutical industry refers to the discovery, development, and manufacturing of active ingredients and medications. Growth in this sector is being driven by the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and the rising need for effective treatments. Gas chromatography supports the pharmaceutical industry by separating and detecting the chemical components of a sample mixture to determine their presence and/or quantity. For instance, in October 2024, according to the Government of Canada, sales of patented medicines in Canada reached $19.9 billion in 2023, reflecting an 8.2% increase compared to 2022. Additionally, the R&D-to-sales ratio for all Rights Holders in Canada rose to 3.7% in 2023, up from 3.1% in 2022. Therefore, the rising demand from the pharmaceutical industry is driving the growth of the gas chromatography market.

Leading manufacturers in the gas chromatography market are focusing on developing innovative systems such as compact and modular gas chromatographs to improve analytical efficiency, reduce carrier gas consumption, and optimize laboratory workspace utilization. A modular gas chromatograph integrates detachable injector and detector units, advanced control software, and energy-saving components - offering faster maintenance, lower operational costs, and higher throughput compared to traditional fixed-frame gas chromatographs. For instance, in September 2023, Shimadzu Corporation, a Japan-based analytical instrument manufacturer, launched the Brevis GC-2050 Gas Chromatograph, a compact system that inherits the high performance of the Nexis GC-2030 model while reducing the instrument’s width by 35%. The product enables simultaneous dual-line analysis, enhances space efficiency in QC laboratories, and supports emerging green transformation applications such as biofuels and next-generation fuels.

In April 2024, Valmet Oyj, a Finland-based technology company, acquired the Process Gas Chromatography businesses from Siemens AG for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance Valmet's automation capabilities by integrating Siemens' Process Gas Chromatography and integration technologies into its Analyzer Products and Integration business unit. By incorporating these advanced systems, Valmet seeks to strengthen its process automation offerings and expand its ability to serve a broader customer base. Siemens AG, headquartered in Germany, specializes in providing innovative solutions in automation and digitalization, including gas chromatography systems designed for analytical and process industries. This acquisition positions Valmet to better meet the growing demands of its clients while welcoming new colleagues and clients into its operations.

Major companies operating in the gas chromatography market are Agilent Technologies Inc., DANI Instruments S.p.A, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Merck KGaA, Restek Corporation, Shimadzu Corporation, LECO Corporation, PerkinElmer Inc., Danaher Corporation, Chromatotec Inc., W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn, Yokogawa India Ltd., Regis Technologies Inc., GL Sciences Inc., Scion Instruments, Valco Instruments Co. Inc., Centurion Scientific Limited, SRI Instruments GmbH, E ChromTech Co. Ltd., Trajan Scientific and Medical, Falcon Analytical, PT Besha Analitika, Dynamax Inc., Interscience Corporation.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the gas chromatography market by raising costs for imported detectors, precision tubing, columns, autosampler components, and electronic modules used in instrument manufacturing. Pharmaceutical, environmental, food and beverage, and research laboratories in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific face higher capital costs and extended procurement timelines due to global sourcing dependencies. However, tariffs are encouraging localized component production, regional assembly capabilities, and innovation in cost-efficient analytical technologies, strengthening long-term supply chain resilience.

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Gas chromatography is an analytical technique employed to analyze volatile substances in the gas phase. This method finds applications in various fields, including chemistry, environmental monitoring, and food safety, where it is used to identify and quantify substances present in complex samples.

The main instruments involved in gas chromatography include systems, auto-samplers, fraction collectors, and detectors. Systems refer to a collection of elements or components organized for a common purpose, and in gas chromatography, they are utilized for separating organic compounds and gases, which are then measured. Accessories and consumables associated with gas chromatography include columns, fittings and tubing, auto-sampler accessories, pressure regulators, and gas generators. These tools are used by various end-users, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic institutions, research institutes, food and beverage companies, environmental agencies, hospitals and clinics, among others.North America was the largest region in the gas chromatography market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the gas chromatography market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the gas chromatography market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The gas chromatography market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing gas-solid chromatography (GSC) and gas-liquid chromatography (GLC). The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The gas chromatography market also includes sales of reagents, instruments, and consumables. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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