Animal Research Equipment Global Market Report 2025

The animal research equipment market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.67 billion in 2024 to $4.25 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.8%. The growth during the historic period is driven by the rising adoption of bioinformatics tools, expansion of genomics and proteomics research, advancements in cloud computing for biological data, increasing demand for personalized medicine, and enhanced government funding for life sciences research.

The animal research equipment market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.73 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be explained by growing pharmaceutical and biotechnology research, increasing demand for preclinical studies, rising focus on drug safety and efficacy, increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, government funding and supportive regulations. Major trends in the forecast period include automation and robotics in animal handling, high throughput screening systems, advanced imaging and visualization technologies, digital data acquisition and analytics, and integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning.

The rising public and private funding in life sciences is expected to drive the growth of the animal research equipment market going forward. Public and private funding in life sciences refers to the financial support provided by government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private investors to advance research, development, and innovation in areas such as biology, biotechnology, and medicine. Public and private funding in life sciences is increasing due to the growing focus on developing new treatments and technologies to address emerging diseases, as governments, institutions, and investors recognize the urgent need to strengthen healthcare systems and accelerate innovation in biomedical research. Public and private funding in life sciences supports animal research equipment by providing the financial resources required to develop advanced technologies, upgrade laboratory facilities, and ensure researchers have access to precise tools that enhance the quality, efficiency, and ethical standards of experimental studies. For instance, in July 2025, according to the report published by the Society of Chemical Industry (SCI), a United Kingdom-based international organization, the United Kingdom government released its life sciences sector plan, outlining six actions supported by $2.57 billion (£2 billion) in funding to promote investment and growth in the sector. Therefore, the rising public and private funding in life sciences is fueling the growth of the animal research equipment market.

Key companies operating in the animal research equipment market are concentrating on technological innovations such as automated phenotyping systems to provide researchers with advanced tools that enhance data accuracy, improve reproducibility, and accelerate the pace of preclinical studies. Automated phenotyping refers to the use of advanced technologies such as AI, imaging, and sensors to continuously and objectively measure an organism’s traits and behaviors without manual intervention. For example, in May 2024, Olden Labs, PBC, a US based biotechnology public benefit corporation, launched the world’s first fully automated animal research laboratory. The company integrates artificial intelligence, robotics, and genetic engineering to modernize traditional animal studies by introducing smart cages and data rich monitoring systems that deliver continuous insights into animal health and behavior, aiming to reduce costs, improve reproducibility, and accelerate the development of new therapies.

In January 2025, Esco Micro Pte. Ltd., a Singapore-based company, acquired Esco Korea Micro Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Esco Micro Pte. Ltd. aims to strengthen its distribution network, expand direct sales, and enhance service capabilities across South Korea. The move also supports the company’s digital transformation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and better cater to the growing biopharma, research, and clinical markets in the region. Esco Korea Micro Ltd. is a South Korea-based provider of animal research equipment.

Major players operating in the Animal Research Equipment market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (Fisher Scientific), Bruker Corporation, Lab Products, LLC, RWD Life Science, TSE Systems, NuAire, Inc., Labconco Corp., Amerigo Scientific, Kent Scientific Corporation, Dan-Kar Corp., Lafayette Instrument Company, Mopec, Inc., Perotech Sciences, Viewpoint Behavior Technology, San Diego Instruments, Inc., Sta-Pure Systems, LLC, NCE LifeSciences, Omnitech Electronics, Inc., Noldus, Columbus Instruments, QuinTron Instrument Company, Inc., Ugo Basile, David Kopf Instruments, Thoren Caging Systems, Inc., H.B. Sherman Traps, Inc., NeuraLynx, Inc.

North America was the largest region in the animal research equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the animal research equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, 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.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the veterinary healthcare sector, particularly in the supply of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and animal care equipment. Higher duties on imported veterinary drugs, diagnostic tools, surgical instruments, and pet care products have increased operational costs for veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, and livestock care providers, forcing them to raise service fees or absorb shrinking margins. Livestock and agricultural sectors face similar challenges, with tariffs on feed additives, vaccines, and breeding equipment driving up production costs and affecting animal health management. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs in key export markets have reduced demand for U.S.-produced veterinary products, further straining industry revenues. The sector must now prioritize local sourcing, preventive care solutions, and digital health innovations to mitigate rising costs while maintaining high standards of animal care.

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Animal research equipment includes specialized tools and devices used to support the care, handling, and study of animals in research environments. These tools ensure controlled and humane treatment and are designed to facilitate various experimental procedures and animal management requirements. Proper use of this equipment helps maintain accuracy, safety, and animal welfare throughout the research process.

The key types of animal research equipment are behavioral research equipment, physiological research equipment, surgical instruments, imaging systems, and others. Behavioral research equipment refers to tools and devices used to study, monitor, and analyze the behavioral patterns of animals under controlled experimental conditions. The animal types include rodents, rabbits, canines, primates, and others, for various applications such as drug discovery and development, basic research, disease modeling, toxicology testing, academic research, and others, and are utilized by several end users, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic and research institutes, contract research organizations, veterinary hospitals and clinics, research laboratories, and others.

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

The animal research equipment market consists of sales of animal cages and housing systems, bedding dispensers and disposal systems, animal enrichment devices, cage washers and sanitizers, environmental monitoring systems, animal weighing scales, and restrainers. 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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