PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1908492
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1908492
The global active pharmaceutical ingredients market size was estimated at USD 270.53 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 418.99 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.55% from 2026 to 2033.The rising global demand for pharmaceuticals, especially in emerging markets, drives growth due to increasing chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions.
Advancements in biologics and biosimilars, along with innovative drug formulations, are further boosting the need for specialized APIs. Moreover, the shift toward generic medicines and the rise in contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) are accelerating API production and distribution, driving the growth of the active pharmaceutical ingredients industry.
The global geriatric population is increasing. According to the UN, in 2023, people aged 65 and above accounted for approximately 771 million of the population, and the number is expected to reach 994 million by 2030, and 1.6 billion by 2050. The number of older adults is showing the fastest growth in Africa, with a threefold increase estimated in people aged 60 and above, followed by Latin America, which is projected to reach 18.8 billion by 2050. Aging is considered the greatest risk factor for the development of diseases, including cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Thus, the rapidly growing global geriatric population is becoming a high-impact driver for the API market.
The increasing prevalence of infectious diseases and hospital-acquired infections is driving market growth. Additionally, the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular, genetic, and neurological disorders is expected to be a significant driver of market growth. Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs) are the most prevalent causes of death globally. According to the WHO, cardiovascular diseases cause the deaths of 17.9 million people per day and are expected to cause approximately 25 million deaths by 2030. The increasing epidemiology of lifestyle, aided by the rising number of smokers globally, the growing incidence of obesity, and increasing dietary irregularities, is likely to propel market growth. A recent report by the United Nations (UN) in May 2023 suggests that there has been a 75% increase in the number of girls and 61% in the number of boys with obesity in Europe.
Outsourcing of APIs has become profitable over in-house production. However, this trend took a different turn during the COVID-19 pandemic. Companies are seeking to diversify their API suppliers and manufacturers across different locations, rather than outsourcing to a single manufacturer. Additionally, risk mitigation is achieved through dual sourcing to ensure a continuous supply. Hence, key companies aim to capitalize on this ongoing outsourcing trend with new acquisitions. For instance, in August 2023, EUROAPI announced its acquisition deal with BianoGMP to enhance its CDMO expertise in oligonucleotide manufacturing, a high-growth industry. This further demonstrates the company's plans for vertical integration.
Global Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth and provides an analysis on the latest trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this report, Grand View Research has segmented the active pharmaceutical ingredients market report based on type of synthesis, type of manufacturer, type, application, type of drug, and region: