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Healthcare 3D Printing Market - By Product, By Technology, By Application, By Material & Forecast, 2024 – 2032

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Healthcare 3D Printing Market Size

The global healthcare 3D printing market size was valued at USD 2.9 billion in 2023 and is expected to exhibit growth at a CAGR of 18.6% from 2024 – 2032 period. With the increasing R&D efforts being made by manufacturers and institutions combined with the widened scope for clinical applications, the market is witnessing significant growth.  
 

Healthcare 3D Printing Market

3D printing anatomical technology has the potential in transforming the healthcare 3D printing industry by developing more complex clinical applications. This technology allows the fabrication of implants, prosthetics, surgical tools and any other medical devices that are specifically designed for each patient’s anatomy and so can significantly improve the effectiveness of the treatment. Moreover, 3D printing is being more frequently utilized to produce life-like replicas of internal organs.
 

Moreover, there have been notable progress in bioprinting technologies that enable the development of organs and tissues for transplantation and other uses thus extending the range of application of 3D printing technology. A case in point, more than one hundred 3D-printed medical devices have received approval from the FDA and are currently available for clinical use in the U.S., which demonstrates the increasing clinical and regulatory approval of the technology. As a result, the market is anticipated to grow enormously on the back of increasing applications across various branches of medicine, especially orthopedics and dental care.
 

Healthcare 3D printing constitutes the application of the three-dimensional printing technology in production of individual custom medical devices, implants, prosthetics, surgical instruments, and even bioprinted tissues or organs. This technology makes it possible the design and development of exact precise tailored medical devices of patients and thus enhance the treatment process considerably.

Healthcare 3D Printing Market Trends

The crucial advancements in components and processes include the innovations in materials and printing, together with software application and other innovations for 3D printing, which are significantly astonishing. There has been huge progress with regards to the integration of 3D printing of industrial equipment manufactured devices which consists of custom made medical devices, bioprinting, and medical devices complex surgical planning.
 

  • Bioprinting technology which allows for the incorporation of live cells in addition to biomaterials in the fabrication of tissues or even organs, is one of the most revolutionary technologies that has been realized during this period. Organovo is one of the companies championing this technology which intends to develop functional tissues that could be utilized in the implantation of artificial organs or in drug development. Biocompatible and bioresorbable materials have also been developed which provide lateral integration of implants and prosthetics within the human body. For example, Stryker has designed 3D-printed titanium implants which improve integration stability and reduces recovery time for the patient.
     
  • With the aid of 3D printing, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now adding the necessary quality and customization in healthcare. Prosthetics are one of the AI powered software’s that can reshape designs accurately to fit the patient’s anatomy Thus, such developments lead to lesser production times, cost, and improve the patients’ overall wellbeing, this enhances the growth of the market.
     

Healthcare 3D Printing Market Analysis

Healthcare 3D Printing Market, By Product, 2021 - 2032 (USD Billion)

Based on product, the market is classified into syringe based, inkjet based, laser based, and magnetic levitation. The syringe-based segment generated the highest revenue of USD 1.2 billion in 2023.
 

  • In the area of bioprinting, syringe-based systems are also typical. This involves the printing of tissues and organs using biological inks made from living cells. For the development of intricate biological structures, these systems provide the control and accuracy needed, making them widely used in research facilities and for regenerative medical purposes.
     
  • Also, syringe-based 3D printers are in high demand because they can easily use different types of materials including hydrogels, bio-inks and other soft materials which are necessary for various needs in the health care industry such as tissue engineering and drug testing. Its recognition is further enhanced by the growing need for personalized medicine and the development of bioprinting technologies, which are important for further developments in organ development and transplantation.
     

Based on technology, the healthcare 3D printing market is categorized into fused deposition modelling (FDM), selective laser sintering (SLS), stereolithography, and other technologies. The fused deposition modelling (FDM) segment dominated the market by obtaining 42.5% of market share in 2023.
 

  • Fused deposition modeling (FDM) technology is less costly than other types of 3D printing, which encourages many more healthcare practitioners, research facilities and hospitals to utilize it. Its low cost has resulted in a great increase in the manufacture of medical equipment and surgical models and prosthetic devices.
     
  • Furthermore, FDM is compatible with diverse biocompatible materials appropriate for applications in healthcare such as specialty models and surgical instruments. Such combination of materials makes its use more relevant in the medical field for extending personalization and high precision based health care services.
     

Based on application, the healthcare 3D printing market is classified into medical, dental, and biosensors. The medical segment is anticipated to generate the highest revenue of USD 6.8 billion during the forecast period.
 

  • The area of 3D medical printing covers such spheres as orthopedics, cardiovascular implants, and reconstructive surgery which is a high demand application for health care practitioners and researchers.
     
  • Also, the emergence of medical 3D printers’ tools gives the capability of making patient-specific medical devices and implants that would fit for the particular anatomical needs of a particular person. This advancement improves the overall patient care out in the market as it facilitates personalization of the treatment outcomes.
     
Healthcare 3D Printing Market, by End Use, (2023)

Based on material, the healthcare 3D printing market is categorized into polymers, metals and alloys, biological materials, and other materials. The polymers segment is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of 19% during the forecast period.
 

  • 3D printing polymers material has an extensive range of materials that could be used for surgical models and devices prosthetics and implants, these materials are also compatible with people for custom based medical devices and implants thus making the devices and procedures safe to use within medical environments.
     
  • Moreover, polymers are easier to fabricate and cheaper than metals and alloys thus most of the healthcare providers prefer using them. Their ability to be able to be used in various types of 3D printing technologies also increases their marketability.
     
North America Healthcare 3D Printing Market, 2021- 2032 (USD Million)

North America healthcare 3D printing market accounted for USD 1.1 billion market revenue in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 18% between 2024 – 2032 period.
 

  • Unconventional medical devices and personalized treatment concepts have revolutionized the usage of 3D printers in the medical field, especially the bioimplants and prostheses as they cater to the individual needs of the patients.
     
  • Another reason is that the North American medical bioengineering companies as well as universities are intensively working on bioprinting and making 3D medical devices, and they have a lot of funding from the U.S. government.
     

U.S. healthcare 3D printing market accounted for USD 1 billion market revenue in 2023 and is estimated to hold substantial share between 2024 – 2032 period.
 

  • The availability of 3D printed medical devices has picked up because the FDA has started approving such innovations, which has also resulted in an increase in production and usage of such devices.
     
  • Furthermore, the U.S. healthcare market is aggressively venturing into personalized medication which includes 3D printing for making customized prosthetics, dental implants, and surgical guides for individual patients.
     

UK healthcare 3D printing market is projected to grow remarkably in the coming years.
 

  • The effort by the UK government to update the medical fabrication technology which includes 3D printing technology through funding such as the UK life sciences industrial strategy has greatly accelerated the growth of the market.
     
  • Additionally, the increasing need of complex joint reconstruction in the UK healthcare sector has also contributed to the growth of 3D printing technology across many more hospitals and clinics.
     

Japan holds a dominant position in the Asia Pacific healthcare 3D printing market.
 

  • The need of 3D printed implants has been greatly enhanced by the aging population of Japan where around 65% of those patients need corrective surgery on their bones or teeth.
     
  • Furthermore, Japan has a strong technological base and the collaboration of the medical institutions with technological companies fuels the development of 3D printing technologies in customized medical devices and bioprinting.
     

Healthcare 3D Printing Market Share

The 3D printing in healthcare market is quite fragmented with several major players and services, innovation and partnerships being the key areas to concentrate. Major companies are pouring funds into the advanced 3D printing technologies to improve the quality and functioning of medical devices and personalized implants. Further, there is also an increasing number of collaborations between nurses and doctors, institutions, hospitals, and enterprises working on the 3D printing technologies which all enhance the development and penetration of 3D printing solutions in the healthcare sector. These partnerships are aiding the current production of patient’s implants and with improved accuracy and availability and even advancing the field of bioprinting and custom treatment plans.
 

Healthcare 3D Printing Market Companies

Prominent players operating in the healthcare 3D printing industry include:

  • 3D Biotek
  • 3D Systems
  • Aprecia Pharmaceuticals
  • Aspect Biosystems
  • Cyfuse Biomedical
  • Dassault Systèmes
  • Envision TEC
  • Materialise
  • Metamorph 3D print services
  • Nano3D Biosciences
  • Oceanz
  • REGENHU
  • Renishaw
  • Stratasys
  • Xometry
     

USPs for Key Players:

  • Aspect Biosystems pioneers in microfluidic 3D bioprinting technology, enabling the development of highly functional tissue models for regenerative medicine and drug discovery.
     
  • Cyfuse Biomedical specializes in a unique "Kenzan Method" for scaffold-free 3D bioprinting, allowing for the creation of complex, vascularized tissues with enhanced cell viability.
     
  • Dassault Systèmes offers advanced simulation-driven 3D printing solutions through its BIOVIA and SIMULIA platforms, accelerating innovation in personalized medicine and surgical planning.
     

Healthcare 3D Printing Industry News:

  • In July 2024, Aspect Biosystems announced that it has received a USD 72.75 million investment from the Governments of Canada and British Columbia. This project will leverage Aspect’s landmark partnership with global healthcare leader Novo Nordisk in diabetes and obesity as well as accelerate Aspect’s own internal therapeutic pipeline.
     
  • In April 2024, 3D Systems announced the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided 510(k) clearance for its 3D-printed, patient-specific cranial implant solution VSP PEEK Cranial Implant, that can produce patient-specific cranial implants with up to 85% less material than similar implants and significantly reduce cost. This approval is expected to increase the company’s competitiveness in the market.
     

The healthcare 3D printing 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:

Market, By Product

  • Syringe based
  • Inkjet based 
  • Laser based
  • Magnetic levitation

Market, By Technology

  • Fused deposition modelling (FDM)
  • Selective laser sintering (SLS)
  • Stereolithography
  • Other technologies

Market, By Application

  • Medical        
    • Pharmaceuticals
    • Prosthetics and implants
    • Tissue and organ generation
  • Dental
  • Biosensors    

Market, By Material

  • Polymers
  • Metals and alloys
  • Biological materials
  • Other materials

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

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

 

Authors: Mariam Faizullabhoy , Gauri Wani
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  • Healthcare 3D Printing Market Analysis
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