Chromatography Instruments Global Market Report 2025

The chromatography instruments market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.65 billion in 2024 to $11.6 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth during the historic period can be credited to increased investments in academic and industrial research, a stronger emphasis on precision medicine and personalized therapies, expanded use of chromatography in clinical diagnostics, greater adoption of automation and high-throughput systems, and the enhanced availability of advanced detectors and data management systems.

The chromatography instruments market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16.13 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth projected for the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing adoption of chromatography in drug development, expanded use of chromatography methods in food safety testing, heightened regulatory focus on product purity and quality, growing applications in biotechnology and biopharmaceuticals, and the rising incidence of chronic diseases fueling biomarker discovery. Key trends during this period include improvements in column technologies that enhance separation efficiency, the integration of chromatography with mass spectrometry, the use of AI and machine learning for automated data analysis, advancements in high-throughput chromatography enabling faster workflows, and the development of multi-dimensional chromatography techniques.

The expanding pharmaceutical industry is expected to significantly drive the growth of the chromatography instruments market in the coming years. This industry encompasses the research, development, production, and marketing of both prescription and over-the-counter drugs aimed at improving health outcomes and treating various medical conditions. Growth in this sector is fueled by increasing demand for innovative drugs and therapies, advancements in biotechnology, and rising global healthcare needs. Chromatography instruments play a vital role in the pharmaceutical industry by enabling precise separation and analysis of complex mixtures, which ensures the purity, quality, and safety of drug products - critical factors for regulatory compliance and successful drug development. For example, in 2023, the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations reported that Europe’s total pharmaceutical production reached $368.83 billion (€340 billion) in 2022, marking a 4.95% increase from $351.42 billion (€323.95 billion) in 2021. Consequently, the growth of the pharmaceutical industry is a key driver for the chromatography instruments market.

Major companies operating in the chromatography instruments market are prioritizing the development of innovative products, such as ion chromatography instruments, to boost analytical precision, enhance detection sensitivity, and address increasing demand across pharmaceutical, environmental, and food safety sectors. Ion chromatography instruments are analytical devices designed to separate and quantify ions and polar molecules in solutions, widely used in testing for environmental contaminants, pharmaceutical quality control, and food safety monitoring. For example, in February 2024, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a US-based biotechnology leader, introduced the Thermo Scientific Dionex Inuvion Ion Chromatography (IC) system. This system delivers enhanced reliability, intuitive operation, and flexible, easily upgradable workflows, supporting efficient and high-quality ion analysis across a variety of laboratory settings. Its compact, user-friendly design combined with advanced pump technology allows laboratories to quickly adapt to evolving analytical requirements while maintaining consistent and reproducible results.

In August 2024, Calibre Scientific Inc., a US-based manufacturing company, acquired Conex Chromatography Systems Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Calibre Scientific aims to leverage its resources and extensive global network to strengthen its service capabilities and expand product offerings within the UK chromatography market. Conex Chromatography Systems Ltd., headquartered in Scotland, specializes in providing chromatography instruments and related services, making it a strategic addition to Calibre Scientific’s portfolio.

Major players in the chromatography instruments market are Hitachi Ltd., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Danaher Corporation, Merck KGaA, GE Healthcare Life Sciences, Agilent Technologies Inc., Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, Sartorius AG, PerkinElmer Inc., Shimadzu Corporation, Waters Corporation, Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., Pall Corporation, GL Sciences Inc., Biotage AB, Gilson Inc., YMC Co. Ltd, SCION Instruments, Knauer Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH, JASCO Corporation, and ChromaNik Technologies Inc.

North America was the largest region in the chromatography instruments market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in chromatography instruments report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the chromatography instruments market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Chromatography instruments are analytical devices used to separate, identify, and measure components within a mixture. They operate by moving the mixture through stationary and mobile phases, utilizing differences in how components interact with these phases. Common types include gas chromatography (GC) and liquid chromatography (LC). These instruments are vital in fields such as pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, food safety, and chemical research.

The primary types of chromatography instruments include liquid chromatography systems, gas chromatography systems, supercritical fluid chromatography systems, and thin-layer chromatography systems. Liquid chromatography systems separate components in a liquid mobile phase as it passes through a stationary phase. Various consumables and instruments associated with chromatography include tubes, detectors, columns, vials, autosamplers, pumps, fraction collectors, and more. Chromatography is applied in multiple sectors, such as agriculture, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, and environmental testing, serving industries like life sciences, academic and research institutions, oil and gas, environmental agencies, and the food and beverage sector.

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The chromatography instruments market consists of sales of ion chromatography (IC) systems, chiral chromatography columns, and chromatography detectors. 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.

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