PUBLISHER: Fortune Business Insights Pvt. Ltd. | PRODUCT CODE: 1930065
PUBLISHER: Fortune Business Insights Pvt. Ltd. | PRODUCT CODE: 1930065
The global pen needles market was valued at USD 2.41 billion in 2025. As per the report timeline, the market is projected to grow to USD 2.56 billion in 2026 and further reach USD 4.58 billion by 2034, registering a CAGR of 7.50% during the 2026-2034 forecast period. North America dominated the global market with a 39.60% share in 2025, supported by high adoption of injectable drug delivery devices and a strong presence of established medical device manufacturers.
Pen needles are disposable medical devices used with injection pens to administer drugs such as insulin, GLP-1 receptor agonists, growth hormone, and other injectable therapies. These needles are replaced after single or limited use, which significantly increases recurring demand. The rising prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity, and hormone deficiencies is a key contributor to market expansion.
MARKET DRIVERS
The increasing global burden of chronic diseases has been a major driver of pen needle demand. In 2025, diabetes accounted for the largest share of pen needle usage, driven by long-term insulin dependence among patients. The expanding adoption of injectable GLP-1 therapies for diabetes and obesity has further increased reliance on pen-based drug delivery systems.
Market players are actively expanding their product portfolios through acquisitions, partnerships, and new launches. For instance, MTD Medical Technology and Devices S.p.A. strengthened its presence in the pen needle segment by acquiring pen needle and blood glucose monitoring businesses, improving product availability across multiple regions. Additionally, the expansion of over-the-counter (OTC) availability of pen needles in developed markets has supported higher accessibility and volume growth.
MARKET RESTRAINTS
Despite strong demand, the pen needles market faces certain limitations. Risks associated with needlestick injuries, injection-site reactions, and infection transmission remain key concerns for patients and healthcare professionals. Improper injection techniques and repeated injections in the same area can result in complications such as lipohypertrophy and skin infections. Furthermore, the availability of alternative treatment options, including oral medications for diabetes and osteoporosis, continues to restrict market penetration in specific patient groups.
SEGMENTATION ANALYSIS
By Product Type:
Standard pen needles held a dominant position, accounting for 67.97% of the global market share in 2026. Their widespread use is driven by cost-effectiveness and high adoption among diabetes patients. Safety pen needles are expected to grow at a faster pace due to increasing awareness regarding needlestick injury prevention.
By Drug Type:
The insulin segment dominated the market with a 75.39% share in 2026, reflecting the high dependence on insulin for diabetes management. GLP-1 and other injectable drug categories are expected to experience steady growth through 2034.
By Disease Indication:
Diabetes remained the leading disease indication, contributing 83.59% of global demand in 2026. This dominance is supported by rising disease prevalence and continuous innovation in insulin delivery systems by manufacturers.
By Needle Size:
The 4 mm needle segment accounted for 49.61% of the market in 2026, driven by reduced pain perception and lower risk of intramuscular injection. Demand for 6 mm needles is increasing due to their balance between safety and delivery efficiency.
By Distribution Channel:
Retail pharmacies dominated the market in 2025 due to patient preference for easy access and in-store availability. Online pharmacies are projected to grow rapidly through 2034, supported by home delivery convenience and digital healthcare adoption.
REGIONAL INSIGHTS
North America remained the leading region, driven by advanced healthcare infrastructure and strong manufacturer presence. The regional market reached USD 0.96 billion by 2026, supported by companies such as Embecta Corp. and Cardinal Health.
Europe is expected to witness steady growth through 2034, supported by a high prevalence of diabetes and increased preference for self-administered insulin therapies. Asia Pacific is projected to grow at the fastest rate due to expanding patient populations, rising awareness of injectable therapies, and increased pharmaceutical investments in countries such as China, India, and Japan.
KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS
The competitive landscape includes Novo Nordisk A/S, Terumo Corporation, BD, Owen Mumford, and B. Braun SE. These companies continue to focus on innovation, safety-enhanced designs, and global distribution expansion.
REPORT COVERAGE
The pen needles market report provides detailed insights into market size trends for 2025, 2026, and 2034, along with segmentation analysis, regional outlook, competitive landscape, and the impact of COVID-19. The report also covers key industry developments, including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and new product launches influencing market dynamics during the forecast period.
CONCLUSION
The global pen needles market demonstrates consistent expansion across the report timeline, supported by strong demand from chronic disease management and the growing preference for self-administered injectable therapies. With the market valued at USD 2.41 billion in 2025, rising to USD 2.56 billion in 2026, and projected to reach USD 4.58 billion by 2034, growth remains firmly anchored in diabetes care, which accounted for 83.59% of total demand in 2026. The dominance of standard pen needles (67.97% share in 2026) and shorter needle sizes such as 4 mm (49.61% share in 2026) reflects patient preference for cost-effective, low-pain solutions. Regionally, North America's leadership (39.60% share in 2025) highlights the impact of advanced healthcare infrastructure and high adoption of injection pens. Continued innovation, portfolio expansion, and broader accessibility through retail and online pharmacies are expected to sustain market momentum through 2034.
Segmentation By Product Type
By Drug Type
By Disease Indication
By Needle Size
By Distribution Channel
By Region