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Testing and analysis services refer to the systematic examination and measurement of materials, products, or processes through scientific and technical methods to determine their characteristics and performance. These services encompass physical, chemical, and biological testing, along with detailed analysis to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with established standards. Service providers use specialized equipment and professional expertise to deliver accurate results that support informed decision-making and ongoing improvement.
The primary types of testing and analysis services include product testing, environmental testing, materials testing, quality testing, and performance testing. Product testing involves assessing a product's performance, safety, durability, and adherence to industry or regulatory requirements prior to its market release. Key technologies comprise traditional testing techniques, automated testing systems, cloud-based testing platforms, and mobile testing technologies. Samples tested include water, soil, sediment, clay minerals, metal alloys, biological samples, chemical products, minerals, and others. These services are utilized across various sectors such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, environment, agriculture, and infrastructure, catering to end users including manufacturers, retailers, government agencies, research institutions, and third-party testing organizations.
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 rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the professional services sector, particularly in legal, consulting, architectural, and engineering domains. Higher costs for imported technology, software licenses, office equipment, and digital infrastructure have raised operational expenses for firms reliant on global tools and platforms. International consulting projects are facing delays or cost overruns due to increased travel expenses and restricted access to foreign-sourced data and tools. Additionally, clients in manufacturing, construction, and logistics, heavily affected by tariffs are cutting back on outsourced services, squeezing demand for professional expertise. As a result, service providers are reevaluating pricing structures, expanding domestic supplier relationships, and investing in AI-driven solutions to sustain profitability and client engagement amid economic uncertainty.
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The testing and analysis services market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $40.3 billion in 2024 to $43.37 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the historic period is driven by regulatory compliance requirements, expansion of pharmaceutical research and development, increasing demand for food and beverage safety testing, industrial quality assurance needs, and rising emphasis on environmental monitoring.
The testing and analysis services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $58.8 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be connected to increasing focus on personalized medicine, stricter global quality standards, growth of renewable energy testing, digital transformation and automation in labs, rising outsourcing of testing services. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of artificial intelligence and data analytics, expansion of remote and digital testing platforms, sustainability driven testing solutions, integration of blockchain for data integrity, growth in multi industry testing partnerships.
The increasing use of internet of things (IoT) devices is expected to accelerate the growth of the testing and analysis services market going forward. Internet of things (IoT) devices are physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity that enable them to collect, exchange, and act on data over the internet. The use of IoT devices is increasing as businesses and individuals depend on real time data monitoring to make faster and more informed decisions while enhancing operational efficiency. The growing adoption of IoT devices enhances testing and analysis services by enabling continuous real time data collection from connected systems, which allows automated monitoring, precise performance evaluation, and generation of actionable insights for better decision making and productivity. For instance, in May 2025, according to an article published by IAEME Publication, an India based academic publisher, the internet of things (IoT) has become a transformative force, connecting 17.2 billion devices globally in 2025, an 11.7 percent increase from 2024, and generating 90.3 zettabytes of data annually. Therefore, the increasing use of internet of things (IoT) devices is accelerating the growth of the testing and analysis services market.
Leading companies operating in the testing and analysis services market are emphasizing the development of advanced drinking water testing solutions to enable early detection of contaminants and effectively address water quality concerns before they escalate. Drinking water testing solutions are specialized tools and analytical methods designed to evaluate water quality and identify harmful substances to ensure its safety for consumption. For instance, in January 2025, Eurofins Environment Testing Eaton Analytical, a US-based analytical laboratory focused on water quality testing, introduced Chloronitramide Anion Testing for drinking water. This test specifically detects chloronitramide anions, which can pose health risks if present in water sources. It delivers precise and dependable detection results, helping ensure safe drinking water. Additionally, this innovation aids water suppliers in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and safeguarding public health.
In July 2025, Techmaster Electronics, a US-based provider of calibration, testing, and measurement services, acquired Rothe San Antonio Calibration LLC for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Techmaster Electronics aims to expand its presence in Texas, strengthen its ISO-accredited calibration capabilities, and enhance support for aerospace, defense, and industrial clients requiring high-precision testing and measurement solutions. Rothe San Antonio Calibration LLC is a US-based company specializing in calibration and testing services.
Major players operating in the testing and analysis services market are Eurofins Scientific Group, SGS SA, Bureau Veritas S.A (Maxxam), DEKRA SE, TUV SUD AG, Intertek Group plc, ALS Limited, Element Materials Technology Ltd., Merieux NutriSciences Corp., Mistras Group Inc., QIMA Ltd., UL Solutions LLC, Cotecna Inspection SA, Kiwa NV, Acuren Corp., Microbac Laboratories Inc., Solvias AG, The Smithers Group Inc., Nemko Group AS, Lucedeon Ltd., Shimadzu Corporation, Tentamus Group GmbH, Activation Laboratories Ltd., Elemental Analysis Inc., NSL Analytical Services Inc., Particle Technology Labs, Exeter Analytical Ltd., Micro Analysis Inc., and Applus+ Servicios Tecnologicos S.A.
North America was the largest region in the testing and analysis services market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the testing and analysis services market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the testing and analysis services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The testing and analysis services includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as elemental analysis, organic analysis, isotopic analysis, particle size analysis, mineralogical analysis, metallurgical analysis, and petroleum and petrochemical tests. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
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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