Biosimilars Market Size & Share, Industry Trends Analysis 2020, & Forecast 2021-2026 (Includes Business Impact of COVID-19)

                                          
Abstract, Snapshot, Market Analysis & Market Definition: Global Biosimilars Market


The global Biosimilars market size is projected to reach US$ 82.61 billion by 2026, from US$ 14.14 billion in 2020, at a CAGR of 34.2% during 2021-2026. Cost-effectiveness of biosimilar drugs and high prevalence of chronic disorders globally are some major factors contributing to market growth.

Biosimilar drugs are highly identical to approved biologic drugs. They possess similar medical properties in terms of potency, safety, and efficacy to original biologic products. High prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, growth hormone deficiency, and anemia is expected to further fuel market expansion in near future.

As stated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), an estimated 1,735,350 new cases of cancer are likely to be diagnosed in U.S. in 2018, and 609,640 people will die from the disease. In 2012, there were around 14 million new cancer cases and about 8.2 million cancer related deaths worldwide. Thus, there is high demand for cost-effective biosimilars for the treatment of such chronic disorders, which, in turn is expected to boost market growth.

Total healthcare costs have increased due to high-prices patented pharmaceutical drugs, especially biologics. Governments of several countries are emphasizing on cost effective drug synthesis. U.S. is known as the country with the highest health expenditure. It has recently put emphasis on cutting healthcare expenditures. Similarly, price regulation in Japan and reduced health budget in India, have raised cost containment demands. This brings into the light the need for developing new, improved, efficient, and affordable therapeutics. Thus, efforts to bring down healthcare expenditures is projected to boost the market for biosimilars.

Stringent government regulations for the development and production of biosimilars could hinder biosimilars market growth. Specific guidelines are provided by various regulatory authorities to maintain safety profile and effectiveness of proposed drugs. Different regulatory bodies including European Medicines Agency, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and China Food and Drug Administration have diverse regulations for drug approvals. Presence of different regulations make biosimilar drug approval process highly tedious and time consuming.

Market Segmentation, Outlook & Viewpoint: Global Biosimilars Market

Product Market Segmentation & Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

Recombinant Non-Glycosylated Proteins

  
Human Growth Hormones
  
Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor (G-CSF)
  
Interferons
  
Insulin

Recombinant Glycosylated Proteins

  
Erythropoietin
  
Monoclonal Antibodies
  
Follitropin

Application Market Segmentation & Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

  
Oncology
  
Blood Disorders
  
Growth Hormonal Deficiency
  
Chronic and Autoimmune Disorders
  
Others

Key Players, Recent Developments & Regional Insights: Global Biosimilars Market

Recombinant non-glycosylated proteins include human growth hormone, granulocyte colony-stimulating factor, interferons, and insulin. In 2016, recombinant non-glycosylated proteins was the largest revenue generating segment due to increased regulatory approvals. For instance, in November 2016, the European Medicines Agency approved three drugs: Lusduna (insulin glargine biosimilar) and Movymia and Terrosa (teriparatide biosimilar).
In addition, increasing incidence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, arthritis, Alzheimers disease, chronic kidney disease, and chronic pain is expected to boost market growth. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2016, around 29.0 million individuals in U.S. were suffering from diabetes. As stated by Canadian Diabetes Association, prevalence of diabetes is growing in Canada and it is projected to reach around 5.0 million by 2025.

Recombinant glycosylated proteins segment is expected to witness lucrative CAGR during the study period. Patent cliff of biologics products including erythropoietin and monoclonal antibodies is anticipated to propel this growth. For instance, Roches Actemra/RoActemra (tocilizumab) was approved by the European Medicines Agency in January 2009 and by the U.S. FDA in January 2010. Patents of these drug expired in the U.S. in December 2015 and it will expire in Europe in April 2017.

European countries including Germany, U.K., and France have most favorable market conditions for biosimilars. Demand for biosimilars is high in European countries as compared to other regions owing to availability of well-developed regulatory framework coupled with presence of a large number of biopharmaceutical companies. These companies focus on price competition and an innovative product development to command market dominance.

Application Insights

The oncology segment dominated the global market for biosimilars in terms of revenue in 2016. This is due to high prevalence of cancer including lung, liver, colorectal, stomach, breast, and blood cancer. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cancer is the second leading cause of deaths around the world. It was accountable for around 8.8 million deaths in 2015.

Death rate due to cancer is high in low- and middle-income countries with about 70% deaths caused by cancer. High cost of cancer drugs and treatment and unavailability of advanced healthcare facilities are some of the major factors responsible for high mortality rate. Therefore, there is increasing demand for low-cost therapeutic drugs that are highly effective and less expensive.

The blood disorders segment is projected to grow at a lucrative rate during the forecast period. Factors such as positive outcome of the ongoing biosimilars clinical trials and prevalence of anemia, hemophilia, and blood clots among other blood disorders are expected to propel growth in near future. Thus, there is rising demand for innovative therapeutic products at low cost which is expected to drive the growth.

Germany, U.K., China, and India are projected to account for the largest share in the market for biosimilars. Favorable regulatory environment, government support, and increasing prominence to cut down healthcare expenditures in these countries are some of the key reasons for high product adoption in these regions. In addition, biopharmaceutical companies are focusing on new product development and its launch to cater to unmet needs of patients, which is expected to positively impact the market growth.

Regional Insights

Europe has held the largest market share in terms of revenue due to presence of well-defined regulatory framework for biosimilars and major biopharmaceutical companies such as Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Merck, Sanofi, and GlaxoSmithKline. Furthermore, well-developed healthcare infrastructure and growing number of product launches have fueled regional market growth.
Europe was followed by Asia Pacific, which accounted for a major market share in 2016. Growing demand for less expensive therapeutic products and high prevalence of chronic diseases in Asia Pacific are contributing to the regional market growth. Increasing focus on product developments in countries including China, India, and South Korea is another major factor market drivers.

North America is projected to exhibit high CAGR during the forecast period, due to rising efforts from manufacturers to tap growth opportunities in U.S. and Canada. The U.S. biosimilar regulatory pathway was established in March 2009, and since then the region has gained significant momentum, presenting new opportunities and challenges. U.S. FDA approved the first biosimilar product, Zarxio (filgrastim-sndz), in March 2015.

Biosimilars Market Share Insights

The market is fragmented with the presence of many medium- and large-scale manufacturers. Several big companies in the sector include Amgen Inc.; F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.; Sandoz International GmbH; Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.; Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.; Pfizer Inc.; Samsung Bioepis; Biocon; and Mylan N.V.

Leading players are involved in collaborations, new drug developments, mergers and acquisitions, and regional expansions to strengthen their market positions. New drug launches and collaborations help companies to gain maximum revenue share and expand regional presence and existing product portfolio. For instance, in October 2016, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and Celltrion Healthcare entered into a strategic partnership to commercialize CT-P10 and CT-P6 (Celltrions monoclonal antibodies biosimilar candidates) in U.S. and Canada.

Key Insights Covered: Global Biosimilars Market

1. North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, Latin America market size (sales, revenue and growth rate) of Biosimilars industry.
2. Global major manufacturers" operating situation (sales, revenue, growth rate and gross margin) of Biosimilars industry.
3. Global major countries (United States, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Russia, Spain, China, Japan, Korea, India, Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa, Mexico, Brazil, C. America, Chile, Peru, Colombia) market size (sales, revenue and growth rate) of Biosimilars industry.
4. SWOT analysis, New Project Investment Feasibility Analysis, Upstream raw materials and manufacturing equipment & Industry chain analysis of Biosimilars industry.
5. Global market size (sales, revenue) forecast by regions and countries from 2019 to 2024 of Biosimilars industry.

Research Methodology: Global Biosimilars Market

  
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