Segments - Gas Chromatography Market by Product (Consumables & Accessories, Instruments, Reagents, and Others), End-user (Academic & Research Institutes, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Oil & Gas, Agriculture, and Others), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global gas chromatography market size was valued at USD 3.21 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 5.81 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 6.6% during the forecast period, 2023 – 2031. The growth of the market is attributed, to the growing demand for chromatography solutions across various sectors.
Increasing production of crude oil and shale oil is resulting in a rising demand for chromatography solutions, which is further contributing to the growth of the gas chromatography market. Gas chromatography solutions are being widely used to analyze manufactured products and ensure quality standards. Additionally, this technology has the ability to handle a wide range of sample types from liquids to gases to identify the vast array of compounds making them a preferable choice across various industries.
According to the research published on August 29, 2023, worldwide oil production is estimated to be 93.9 million barrels per day during 2022. Moreover, in 2019, global oil production was at an all-time high of nearly 95 million barrels.
Gas chromatography technique is used to separate and identify different compounds within a mixture. This works by passing a gaseous sample containing multiple components through a column filled with a stationary phase to separate substances based on their chemical properties. Moreover, gas chromatography is preferable for its preciseness to detect tiny trances of substances which is useful for forensic and environmental sample analysis.
The research report finds that the COVID-19 pandemic has boosted the market. The pandemic created an increased demand for gas chromatography in the healthcare sector. It is used for diagnostic testing, drug development, and vaccine research related to SARS-CoV-2. Moreover, the pandemic accelerated the adoption of remote and automated analytical solutions, including gas chromatography to minimize human interaction and ensure laboratory safety.
Emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) contributes to market expansion. This technology is used to streamline and optimize the gas chromatography process. AI algorithms are helping to analyze and interpret the vast amount of data generated by gas chromatography instruments with incredible speed and accuracy. Moreover, AI-driven predictive maintenance and instrument calibration systems are reducing downtime and maintenance costs for gas chromatography equipment.
Rising emission of greenhouse gases is expected to drive the market. Gas chromatography detectors are an important tool for measuring and analyzing the emitted gases accurately. By monitoring these emissions, this technology is helping governments and organizations to decide on necessary action plans. Moreover, the growing emission of green house gases, including CO2 further increases the demand for gas chromatography equipment and expertise in the market.
According to a report published by the International Energy Agency on March 08, 2022, states that the energy sector produced 36.3 billion tons of CO2 emissions in 2021, which is a 6% increase compared to the previous year. The use of coal energy has contributed to over 40% of this growth, resulting in a record high of 15.3 billion tons of CO2 emissions.
Increasing concerns regarding food quality and safety are expected to propel the gas chromatography market. Gas chromatography is used in the analysis of food products. It helps in determining the presence of contaminants, such as pesticide residues, mycotoxins, and volatile compounds. Ensuring food safety and quality is crucial for both producers and consumers. Moreover, the growing utilization of gas chromographs in agriculture to analyze pesticides and fertilizers further boosts the market.
Expensive nature of gas chromatography devices is expected to hinder the market. Gas chromatography instruments have high ongoing maintenance expenses. These massive costs discourage smaller businesses, laboratories, or organizations with limited budgets from adopting gas chromatography for their analytical needs. Additionally, the lack of portability of bulky and stationary gas chromatography further decreases their demand in the market.
Continuous research and advancement to improve gas chromatography devices are likely to create immense opportunities for the players competing in the market. Manufacturers are focusing on developing smaller and portable gas chromatography devices. These compact instruments are beneficial to utilize in-field analysis, offering convenience and flexibility in various industries. Furthermore, the alignment of gas chromatography with other analytical techniques, such as mass spectrometry or infrared spectroscopy creates powerful hyphenated systems and further fuels their demand in the market.
The report on the market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Gas Chromatography Market- Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Product (Consumables & Accessories, Instruments, Reagents, and Others), and End-user (Academic & Research Institutes, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Oil & Gas, Agriculture, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Agilent Technologies, Inc.; Bruker; Danaher; LECO Corporation; Merck KGaA; PerkinElmer Inc.; Restek Corporation; Shimadzu Corporation; SRI Instruments; and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. |
Based on product, the gas chromatography market is divided into consumables & accessories, instruments, reagents, and others. The consumables & accessories segment is expected to hold a major market revenue share during the forecast period, due to increasing demand for Gas Chromatography (GC) accessories, including column accessories, autosampler accessories, fittings & tubing, and others to ensure precise chromatography operations. This advanced gas chromatography technology often requires upgrading accessories and consumables to improve efficiency and expand the capabilities of GC machines and their operations. Moreover, companies are upgrading and enhancing the existing gas chromatography devices which further propels the market.
On March 08, 2022, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a manufacturer of analytical instruments, announced the launch of new GC-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) scientific instruments and gas chromatography (GC). These instruments have been updated with advanced software and hardware, and the GC/GC-MS portfolio now includes the Thermo Scientific AI/AS 1610 Liquid Auto sampler and Thermo Scientific TSQ 9610 Triple Quadrupole GC-MS/MS. These new technological updates have improved the usability and productivity of the instruments.
The instruments segment is expected to grow at a significant CAGR in the market in the coming years, as gas chromatography instruments are continually evolving with advancements in technology. Newer instruments are often equipped with enhanced features to improve detection capabilities and faster analysis times. Additionally, chromatography instruments have a finite lifespan and eventually need replacement which contributes to the growth of the segment in the market.
On the basis of end-user, the market is classified asacademic & research institutes, food & beverage, pharmaceutical & biotechnology, oil & gas, agriculture, and others. The pharmaceutical & biotechnology segment is anticipated to register robust growth in the market, as these industries heavily rely on gas chromatography for crucial tasks in drug development, quality control, and research.
Gas chromatography is used to analyze drug compounds, verify their purity, and detect impurities. This analysis helps pharmaceutical companies to meet regulatory standards and produce safe medications. Moreover, gas chromatography identifies toxins and harmful compounds which further boosts its demand in the clinical toxicology sector.
The food & beverage segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period due to the rising demand for chromatography solutions to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards. These companies analyze the chemical composition of products by utilizing gas chromatography. It ensures that food items meet quality standards and have the desired flavor and aroma. Furthermore, gas chromatography helps in identifying and verifying the presence of specific harmful compounds ensuring product authenticity which fuels their demand in the market.
As per the report published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in 2023, food fraud practices affect approximately 1% of the global food industry. This results in a cost of around USD 10 to 15 billion, although recent expert estimates put the cost as high as USD 40 billion a year.
In terms of region, the global gas chromatography market is segmented into Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to dominate the market,due to its well-established industrial and scientific infrastructure. These industries have a strong demand for gas chromatography for quality control, safety compliance, and research purposes. In addition, North America's stringent regulatory standards particularly pharmaceuticals and environmental monitoring boost the demand for chromatography solutions in the market.
The market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace in the coming years, due to rapid industrial growth and the increasing demand for analytical solutions in various sectors. These emerging industries require gas chromatography solutions for precise chemical analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with standards. Moreover, gas chromatography is commonly used for environmental monitoring to detect pollutants which increases their demand in this region.
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Key players competing in the global gas chromatography market are Agilent Technologies, Inc.; Bruker; Danaher; LECO Corporation; Merck KGaA; PerkinElmer Inc.; Restek Corporation; Shimadzu Corporation; SRI Instruments; and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
These companies are propelling their market presence by adopting various strategies such as partnerships, reduction in production costs, mergers, launching new products, and implementing advanced technologies.
In June 2022, PerkinElmer Inc, a global provider of technology and service solutions, announced the launch of the GC 2400™ Platform, an advanced, headspace ampler and GC/mass spectrometry, automated gas chromatography solution. The GC 2400™ Platform is designed to help laboratories simplify their operations, obtain accurate outcomes, and operate in flexible monitoring. This solution is ideal to utilize in complex applications.