Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Market Size & Share 2024 – 2032

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Market Size

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Market size was valued at USD 101.4 billion in 2023 and is growing at a CAGR of 6.6% between 2024 and 2032, driven by factors such as the rising prevalence of chronic disease such as cancer, cardiovascular disease diabetes and various other related disease that fuels the demand for novel drug therapies.

For instance, as per the report published by International Diabetes Federation in 2021, it has been reported that, 537 million adults (20-79 years) are living with diabetes. This number is predicted to rise to 643 million by 2030 and 783 million by 2045. In addition, 541 million adults have Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT), which places them at high risk of type 2 diabetes. Thus, the rapid increase in the prevalence of chronic disease globally is expected to increase the demand for CDMO services for the development of novel drug therapies that propel the growth of the market in upcoming years.
 

API CDMO are companies that specialize in providing services related to the development, manufacturing, and regulatory support of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). These organizations typically work with pharmaceutical companies that outsource these aspects of drug development and production, allowing them to focus on other areas of their business such as research, marketing, and distribution.
 

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Market Trends

• The rise in the demand and approval for generic drugs is one of the major factors that boost the growth of the market. Also, countries such as China and India are hotspots for developing and manufacturing generic drugs. For instance, as per the report published by Food and Drug Administration in 2023, a generic drug program by the U.S. FDA Office of Generic Drugs (OGD) approved 90 first generic medicines.
   
• In addition, a generic drug costs 30% to 90% less than branded drugs because the cost and time required from developing to commercializing novel drugs are high. Therefore, the increasing demand for generic drugs worldwide, fueled by the expiration of patents on branded drugs, is driving the need for cost-effective API manufacturing that is expected to boost the market growth.
   

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Market Analysis

Based on the product, the global market is classified into chemical APIs, biological APIs, and high potent APIs. The chemical APIs segment dominated the market with revenue of USD 60 billion in 2023.
 

• The rise in the prevalence of chronic disease, growing number of research and development activities by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies coupled with adoption of chemical synthetic APIs are some of the factors that boost the growth of the market.
   
• Moreover, the market demand is expected to be driven by the increasing tendency of major pharmaceutical companies outsourcing, especially in traditional contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMO) for active pharmaceutical ingredients (API).
   

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Based on the indication, the global active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market is classified into oncology, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hormonal disorders, infectious diseases, and other indications. The oncology segment dominated the market with market share of 28.3% in 2023.
 

• The increase in prevalence of cancer cases globally is the major factor that raises the demand for novel cancer drug therapies. Also, continuous advancements in oncology research and drug development lead to the discovery of new therapeutic targets and molecules. This creates opportunities for API CDMOs to collaborate with pharmaceutical companies in the development and manufacturing of these innovative oncology drugs.
   

Based on drug, the active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market is classified into branded and generic. The branded segment is expected to exhibit 6.9% CAGR between 2024 - 2032.
 

• The factors such as an increase in the number of U.S. FDA approvals for new molecular entities and an increased focus on research and development, are driving the growth of this segment.
   
• Also, the extensive research & development activities have resulted in a pipeline that will likely contain many distinct compounds and be introduced throughout the projection period. Thus, widespread usage of APIs in the pipeline will spur the market growth during the analysis period.
   

Based on workflow, the active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market is classified into clinical and commercial. The commercial segment is expected to reach 108.4 billion by 2032.
 

• The demand for CDMO operations producing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) is rising globally due to rising rates of chronic disease and mortality. This continuous rise will advance in manufacturing technologies such as continuous manufacturing, process optimization, and automation to improve the efficiency and quality of API production, thereby driving the demand for CDMO services.
   
• Furthermore, it is expected that growing investments in research and development (R&D) aimed at improving API production techniques will fuel the growth of the market.
   

Based on application, the active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market is classified into human and veterinary applications. The human application segment is expected to exhibit 6.7% CAGR between 2024 to 2032.
 

• As the incidence of chronic diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes continues to rise globally, there's a growing demand for APIs used in the treatment of these conditions. Also, pharmaceutical companies are diversifying their supply chains and seeking cost-effective manufacturing solutions globally. Therefore, CDMOs offering competitive pricing, high-quality products, and reliable delivery timelines are favored partners for human API production, thereby augmenting the market growth.
   

Based on end-use, the active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market is classified into pharmaceutical & biotech companies, and academic & research institutes. The pharmaceutical & biotech companies’ segment accounted for USD 69.5 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 125.3 billion by end of 2032.
 

• Pharmaceutical companies are increasingly outsourcing their API manufacturing processes to specialized CDMOs to focus on their core competencies such as drug discovery and marketing.
   
• Moreover, the various advantages offered by CDMO services such as regulatory compliance, customization and flexibility and cost reduction are the major factors that most of the pharmaceutical companies preferred to outsource the active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing process. Such advantages associated with outsourcing APIs will propel the growth of the market.
   

The active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market in U.S. is expected to exhibit 6.8% CAGR to reach USD 65.9 billion by 2032.
 

• The rise in the demand for specialty & biologic drugs that often require complex manufacturing processes and expertise in API production, driving the need for specialized API CDMO services in U.S.
   
• Also, the pharmaceutical companies in the U.S. strive to optimize manufacturing costs and achieve operational excellence to remain competitive in the global market. Outsourcing API production to CDMOs can help companies access specialized expertise and infrastructure while reducing overhead costs associated with in-house manufacturing.
   
• Thus, aforementioned factors along with presence of prevalent population is expected to accelerate the market growth.
   

Germany to experience the highest growth rate in the market, outstripping other countries in Europe in the assessment period.
 

• Pharmaceutical companies in Germany increasingly outsource API manufacturing to CDMOs to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and focus on core competencies. This trend fuels the growth of the API CDMO market in Germany, as companies seek reliable and experienced partners for API development and production.
   

The Asia Pacific active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market is expected to grow with a significant CAGR of 6.9% during the forecast period.
 

• Asia Pacific boasts a large pool of skilled scientists, engineers, and technicians with expertise in chemical synthesis, process development, and analytical testing. Therefore, the availability of a skilled workforce enables API CDMOs to deliver high-quality services and innovative solutions to clients, thereby driving the regional market expansion.
   
• Further, the rise in technological advancement in country is one of the major factors that increase the demand for API CDMO services.
   
• Countries such as China, Japan and India have been investing in biotechnology research and development, particularly in areas such as biopharmaceuticals, biosimilars, and biologics. Hence, API CDMOs with expertise in bioprocess development and manufacturing are well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for biotechnology-based APIs in the Asian market.
   

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Market Share

The competitive landscape of the market is characterized by the presence of established pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, emergence of biosimilars and the growing demand for outsourcing services. Key players are engaging in strategic initiatives such as investment, collaboration, and partnerships with CDMOs for the manufacturing of APIs.
 

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Market Companies

Prominent players operating in the market are as mentioned below:

• Ajinomoto Biopharma Services
• Boehringer Ingelheim
• Cambrex Corporation
• Catalent, Inc.
• CordenPharma International
• Kymanox Corporation
• Lonza AG
• Primal Pharma Solutions
• Recipharm AB
• Samsung Biologics
• Siegfried Holding AG
• Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
   

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient CDMO Industry News:

• In January 2024, EUROAPI announced that it has initiated a pivotal collaboration with SpiroChem, a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) with best-in-class status in the field of early Chemical Process R&D (route scouting). This collaboration aims to ensure the continuity of API development, from route scouting to process industrialization and GMP manufacturing. EUROAPI and SpiroChem is to provide clients with consolidated CRO-CDMO customized solutions to accelerate API chemical development with shorten timelines, especially for early-stage projects and the biotech segment. This agreement is expected to strengthen EUROAPI’s CDMO roadmap through vertical cooperation, thereby strengthening their business relations.
   
• In June 2022, Merck announced that its life science business sector has doubled its high-potent active pharmaceutical ingredients (HPAPI) production capacity with the expansion of its facility in the U.S. With more than 30 years of CDMO experience in the development and manufacturing of HPAPIs, linkers and mAbs, Merck offers significant expertise in both clinical and commercial manufacturing. This strategy enables company to expand its CDMO services.
   

The active pharmaceutical ingredient CDMO market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million from 2021 – 2032 for the following segments:

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Market, By Product

• Chemical APIs
• Biological APIs
• High Potent APIs

Market, By Indication

• Oncology
• Cardiovascular diseases
• Diabetes
• Hormonal disorders
• Infectious diseases
• Other indications

Market, By Drug

• Branded
• Generic

Market, By Workflow

• Clinical
• Commercial

Market, By Application

• Human application
• Veterinary application

Market, By End-use

• Pharmaceutical & biotech companies
• Academic and research institutes

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • The Netherlands
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudia Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa