Backscatter Body Scanner Market Report 2026

The backscatter body scanner market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.86 billion in 2025 to $2.07 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to adoption of single-energy backscatter scanners for airport security, development of dual-energy backscatter scanners for improved threat detection, deployment of fixed-site backscatter scanners at major checkpoints, integration of portable backscatter scanners for flexible screening, rising use of drive-through backscatter scanners for high-volume passenger processing.

The backscatter body scanner market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.11 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for advanced dual- and multi-energy backscatter scanners with higher resolution, expansion of portable and mobile backscatter units for remote security operations, focus on integrating ai and automated threat recognition software, rising adoption of compact and faster-scanning systems for efficiency, increasing procurement for airport modernization and high-security venues. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for enhanced airport and border security screening, growth of portable and mobile backscatter scanner deployments, increasing adoption of dual-energy and high-resolution scanning systems, shift toward privacy-preserving image processing technologies, expansion of scanner use in correctional facilities and high-risk venues.

The growing emphasis on airport security is expected to drive the expansion of the backscatter body scanner market. Airport security measures involve procedures and technologies designed to detect and prevent threats to passengers, aircraft, and airport infrastructure. The rise in security measures is driven by increasing terrorism threats, as extremists employ more advanced tactics and weapons, necessitating stronger detection and prevention systems. Backscatter body scanners enhance airport security by providing non-intrusive, high-resolution detection of concealed threats such as weapons, explosives, and contraband under clothing, improving both passenger screening efficiency and safety. For example, in January 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), a US-based security agency, screened 904 million passengers - a more than 5% increase from 2023 and a 17% increase from 2022 - along with 494 million checked bags and over 2 billion carry-on items. Consequently, the strengthening of airport security measures is driving growth in the backscatter body scanner market.

Leading companies in the backscatter body scanner market are focusing on technological innovations such as high-powered handheld backscatter imaging to improve mobility, image resolution, and on-site threat detection. High-powered handheld backscatter imaging involves compact, portable devices that generate detailed X-ray images by detecting scattered radiation, allowing security personnel to inspect concealed objects through surfaces without unpacking them. For example, in May 2023, Micro-X, an Australia-based security imaging technology company, launched the Argus X-ray Camera. The device incorporates Micro-X’s proprietary Wide-Area Scattered Projection (WASP) backscatter technology, enabling high-definition imaging from a stationary position without scanning across the object. Additionally, it features Spectrum Logic’s 1615HS CMOS X-ray detector, which offers ultra-low noise and high sensitivity, contributing to a lightweight and compact design. These advancements facilitate rapid and safe inspection of suspicious items, enhancing overall security operations.

In March 2024, GigCapital5 Inc., a US-based special purpose acquisition company, merged with QT Imaging Inc. for $151 million. Through this merger, GigCapital aims to assist QT Imaging in commercializing its FDA-cleared Breast Acoustic CT Scanner and expanding its footprint in the medical imaging market. QT Imaging Inc. is a US-based company focused on low-frequency sound-based body imaging technologies.

Major companies operating in the backscatter body scanner market are Smiths Detection Group Ltd, NUCTECH Company Limited, Rapiscan Systems, Mistral Solutions Pvt. Ltd., LINEV Group, Astrophysics Inc., Shanghai Eastimage Equipment Co., Ltd., Autoclear LLC, Analyticon instruments GmbH, Beijing Heweiyongtai, Micro-X Limited, Viken Detection, Westminster Group Plc, Scanna MSC Ltd., Tek84, Hi-Tech Detection Systems (HTDS) Pvt Ltd., Videray Technologies, Lomini Ltd., HDX International, OD Security.

North America was the largest region in the backscatter body scanner market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the backscatter body scanner market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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 on X-ray components, imaging hardware, and electronic subsystems have increased manufacturing and procurement costs for backscatter scanners, most notably affecting hardware-heavy segments such as fixed-site and cylindrical systems in Asia-Pacific and Europe. These added costs and extended lead times slow deployment but also encourage domestic production, supply chain diversification, and innovation in more efficient and affordable scanning technologies.

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A backscatter body scanner is a security screening device that utilizes low-dose X-rays to produce images of a person’s body and identify concealed objects. It works by detecting radiation that reflects off the body and any hidden items. These scanners are widely used at airports to uncover threats such as weapons or contraband concealed beneath clothing.

The main types of backscatter body scanners include flat scanning and cylindrical scanning. Flat scanning involves the use of flat panel detectors to capture images from one or two views, commonly employed for inspecting individuals or objects at security checkpoints. The technologies involved include transmission X-ray, backscatter X-ray, and millimeter wave, each offering different detection capabilities such as metal detection, non-metal detection, organic material detection, and explosives detection. Applications span passenger screening, cargo and luggage inspection, security at high-risk locations, and public venue protection. Key end users include airport security, border control agencies, customs and excise departments, correctional facilities, and event security teams.

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

The backscatter body scanner market consists of sales of single-energy backscatter scanners, dual-energy backscatter scanners, drive-through backscatter scanners, portable backscatter scanners, and fixed-site backscatter scanners. 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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