3D Printing In Healthcare Global Market Report 2025

The application of 3D printing in the healthcare sector entails producing a three-dimensional object by layering materials according to a digital design customized for healthcare purposes. This involves utilizing 3D design and printing technologies to create medical devices tailored to individual patients, anatomical models, and surgical tools.

The primary components of 3D printing in healthcare encompass systems, materials, and services. The provision of 3D printing services facilitates specialists in generating reference models through the utilization of MRI scans and CT scans, assisting surgeons in their preparations for surgeries. A range of technologies, including laser beam melting (LBM), electron beam melting (EBM), photopolymerization, droplet deposition, laminated object manufacturing, wax deposition modeling, and bio printing, contribute to this field. These technologies find diverse applications, such as creating personalized medical equipment, developing models for surgical planning and education, producing prosthetics and implants, advancing biomaterials, and printing personalized medicine. Moreover, these technologies are employed by various end users, including medical and surgical centers, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, and academic institutions.

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 sharp increase in U.S. tariffs and resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the medical equipment sector, especially for imported components used in imaging machines, surgical-grade stainless steel, and disposable plastics. With hospitals and clinics pushing back against price increases, manufacturers are facing margin pressure. The situation is further complicated by regulatory challenges, as switching suppliers due to tariffs often necessitates re-certification of medical devices, leading to delays in market entry. In response, companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing key components, ramping up domestic production of standardized items, and accelerating research into more cost-effective materials.

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The 3D printing in healthcare market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.08 billion in 2024 to $2.47 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to medical imaging advancements, customization for patient care, regulatory approval and standards, rising chronic diseases, increasing healthcare expenditure.

The 3D printing in healthcare market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.01 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to emergence of bioprinting, telehealth and remote medicine, increasing aging population, government initiatives and funding, patient education and engagement. Major trends in the forecast period include bioprinting advancements, personalized implant manufacturing, integration of artificial intelligence (ai), development of 3D-printed pharmaceuticals, application in dental prosthetics and orthodontics.

The forecast of 19.4% growth over the next five years indicates a slight reduction of 0.1% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through higher costs for multi-material print heads from Japan and biocompatible resin formulations from Finland, slowing adoption across medical applications.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The anticipated increase in government funding for 3D printing is poised to drive the growth of the 3D printing market in healthcare. Government initiatives encompass specific actions, programs, or policies implemented by governments at different levels to address issues, achieve goals, and promote the well-being and overall development of the country. The infusion of government funds into 3D printing revolutionizes traditional design processes, facilitating the development of new approaches to optimize individual patient therapy. For example, in April 2022, the University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) secured €2 million ($2.13 million) from the European Union's REACT-EU program for two investigative research projects. These projects, focusing on the use of 3D printing and artificial intelligence for medication and implant creation, showcase the impact of increasing government funding on driving advancements in 3D printing within the healthcare sector.

The escalating prevalence of chronic diseases is expected to propel the growth of the 3D printing market. Chronic diseases, characterized by persistent and often incurable medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis, necessitate personalized and precise solutions. 3D printing plays a crucial role in creating customized medical devices and implants, enhancing treatment options for chronic diseases. For instance, in January 2023, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) projected a substantial increase in the occurrence of chronic illnesses in the US working-age demographic, with a 99.5% surge in individuals aged 50 and above with at least one chronic disease between 2020 and 2035. Thus, the rising incidence of chronic diseases serves as a driving force for the 3D printing market.

Major companies in the 3D printing healthcare sector are intensifying their focus on developing next-generation products with advanced technologies to gain a competitive edge. Dental 3D printers, leveraging digital light processing (DLP) technology, combine advanced resin science with 3D printing to deliver superior strength, aesthetics, and durability. For instance, in February 2022, Desktop Health launched Einstein, the most precise dental 3D printer, and Flexcera Smile Ultra+ Resin, a dental resin for 3D printed dental restorations utilizing DLP technology. This combination enables dental professionals to provide accurate, customized smiles for both permanent and temporary dental restorations across various applications. The advanced Flexcera Smile Ultra+ has received FDA 510(k) clearance as a Class 2 medical device, designed for enduring, printable dental restorations.

In July 2024, Materialise, a Belgium-based provider of 3D printing solutions, acquired FEops for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition will allow the company to enhance its cardiovascular solutions by incorporating predictive simulation capabilities powered by 3D technologies. This advancement aims to support the development of personalized treatments for heart disease, customized to each patient's unique anatomy, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and patient satisfaction. FEops specializes in simulation technology, providing software solutions for engineering simulation and analysis, and is also a Belgium-based company that offers 3D printing solutions in the healthcare sector, particularly in cardiovascular care.

Major companies operating in the 3d printing in healthcare market report are General Electric Company, Hewlett-Packard Company, Stratasys Ltd., EOS GmbH - Electro Optical Systems, 3D Systems Corporation, Proto Labs Inc., Formlabs Inc., Materialise NV, Ultimaker BV, SLM Solutions Group AG, Arcam AB, The ExOne Company, EnvisionTEC GmbH, Concept Laser GmbH, MedPrin Regenerative Medical Technologies Co. Ltd., Medical Molding Inc., Nanoscribe GmbH & Co. KG, Oxford Performance Materials Inc., Aspect Biosystems Ltd., FlashForge Corporation, Cyfuse Biomedical K.K., Mcor Technologies Ltd., Anatomics Pty. Ltd., Organovo Holdings Inc., 3D Bioprinting Solutions, Allevi Inc.

North America was the largest region in the 3D printing in healthcare market in 2024. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the 3d printing in healthcare market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the 3D printing in the healthcare market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The 3D printing in the healthcare market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing tailored medical solutions, and surgical training. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The 3D printing in the healthcare market also includes sales of patient-specific prosthetics and orthopedic implants. 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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• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Component: System; Material; Services
• 2) By Technology: Laser Beam Melting (LBM); Electron Beam Melting (EBM); Photo Polymerization; Droplet Deposition; Laminated Object Manufacturing; Wax Deposition Modeling; Bio Printing
• 3) By Application: Personalized Medical Equipment; Models For Surgical Planning And Education; Prosthetics And Implants; Biomaterials; Printing Personalized Medicine; Other Applications
• 4) By End User: Medical And Surgical Centers; Pharmaceutical And Biotechnology Companies; Academic Institutions
• Subsegments:
• 1) By System: 3D Printers; 3D Bioprinters; Scanners; Other Systems.
• 2) By Material: Plastics; Metals; Ceramics; Biomaterials; Other Materials.
• 3) By Services: Custom Prosthetics; Implants; Surgical Guides; Medical Device Prototyping; Tissue Engineering.
• Companies Mentioned: General Electric Company; Hewlett-Packard Company; Stratasys Ltd.; EOS GmbH - Electro Optical Systems; 3D Systems Corporation; Proto Labs Inc.; Formlabs Inc.; Materialise NV; Ultimaker BV; SLM Solutions Group AG; Arcam AB; The ExOne Company; EnvisionTEC GmbH; Concept Laser GmbH; MedPrin Regenerative Medical Technologies Co. Ltd.; Medical Molding Inc.; Nanoscribe GmbH & Co. KG; Oxford Performance Materials Inc.; Aspect Biosystems Ltd.; FlashForge Corporation; Cyfuse Biomedical K.K.; Mcor Technologies Ltd.; Anatomics Pty. Ltd.; Organovo Holdings Inc; 3D Bioprinting Solutions; Allevi Inc.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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