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市場調査レポート
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イメージング用化学品市場レポート:製品タイプ、用途、地域別、2025年~2033年Imaging Chemicals Market Report by Product Type (Imaging Agents and Toners, Printing Inks, Image Developers, and Others), Application (Medical, Packaging and Printing, Textile, Mining, and Others), and Region 2025-2033 |
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イメージング用化学品市場レポート:製品タイプ、用途、地域別、2025年~2033年 |
出版日: 2025年05月01日
発行: IMARC
ページ情報: 英文 143 Pages
納期: 2~3営業日
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世界のイメージング用化学品の市場規模は2024年に104億米ドルに達しました。今後、IMARC Groupは、市場は2033年までに156億米ドルに達し、2025-2033年の成長率(CAGR)は4.39%になると予測しています。ナノテクノロジーの進展、病院、介護施設、診療所における医療用画像の採用の増加、教育機関、医療センター、ショッピングモールにおけるプリンタ需要の増加が、市場を推進している主な要因の一部です。
イメージング用化学品は、物体、組織、またはプロセスの視覚的表現を強化または生成するために、さまざまなイメージング技術で使用される物質の一群を指します。造影剤、染料、放射性同位元素などで構成され、標的物質と相互作用して明瞭な信号を発生します。造影剤は、X線、超音波、磁気共鳴画像法(MRI)、コンピュータ断層撮影法(CT)、陽電子放射断層撮影法(PET)などで使用されます。細胞や分子の相互作用の研究、疾病メカニズムの調査、新たな治療法の開発などに役立っています。また、印刷分野、特に伝統的な写真プロセスや最新のデジタル印刷技術においても重要な役割を果たしています。
現在、高品質・短納期を実現し、少量の印刷でも印刷コストを最小限に抑えられることから、印刷用化学薬品への需要が高まっており、市場の成長を後押ししています。これに加えて、従来のフィルムベースの写真に代わるものとしてデジタルイメージングの採用が増加していることも、市場の成長に寄与しています。さらに、教育機関、オフィス、病院、ショッピングモールなどで、さまざまな重要文書、領収書、チラシなどを印刷するためのプリンターの需要が高まっていることも、市場の見通しを良好なものにしています。これとは別に、環境に優しい溶剤を使用して環境への影響を低減した、環境に優しいイメージング用化学品の利用可能性の増加が市場の成長を支えています。さらに、プロの写真家によるフィルムベースの写真の利用が増加していることも、市場の成長を後押ししています。
ナノテクノロジーの進歩
ナノテクノロジーは、物理学、生物学、化学、工学、医学など、複数の分野の橋渡しをしています。その結果、これらの分野にまたがる共同研究が急増し、革新的な解決策やブレークスルーにつながっています。ナノテクノロジーが様々な分野に革命をもたらす可能性を認識し、世界中の政府や民間団体がナノテクノロジー研究開発(R&D)への資金提供や支援を増やしています。さらに、ナノ粒子は、イメージングにおける造影剤として理想的な特定の特性を持つように設計されています。ナノ粒子は、疾患特異的なマーカーに結合する特定の分子で機能化することができ、体内の特定の細胞や部位の標的イメージングを可能にし、疾患診断の精度を高める。さらに、マルチモーダルなイメージング用化学品の開発も可能です。
医療用画像処理アプリケーションの採用増加
医療用画像の需要は、世界の高齢者人口の増加とともに、さまざまな慢性疾患の発生が増加していることが背景にあります。これに加え、入院率の増加が医療用画像処理への需要に拍車をかけています。また、医療用画像処理技術の進歩により、その機能と用途が拡大し、より広く使用されるようになっています。これとは別に、予防医療や病気の早期発見へのシフトの高まりと、これらのサービスに対する患者の意識の高まりが、医療用画像処理に対する需要の増加をもたらしています。医療用画像は、診断画像の鮮明さと正確さを高めるためにイメージング用化学品に依存しています。イメージング用化学品は、身体や画像技術との相互作用を通じて、患者の状態を詳細に把握し、正確な診断や治療計画を助けます。
デジタル印刷の需要の増加
デジタル印刷は、デザインの変更やカスタマイズが容易であるため、ユニークでパーソナライズされた印刷物を必要とする中小企業や個人のプロジェクトに特に有益です。高速で効率的であり、従来の印刷方法よりも短時間で高品質の印刷物を作成することができます。その上、デジタル印刷の品質は著しく向上しており、技術の進歩により、従来の方法に匹敵する高解像度の印刷が可能になり、高品質のイメージング用化学品が利用できるようになりました。さらに、デジタル印刷では、様々なイメージング用化学品で構成されたインク(インクジェットプリンターの場合)またはトナー(レーザープリンターの場合)を使用します。これらは、最適な画質、色忠実性、耐久性を提供するために調合されています。
The global imaging chemicals market size reached USD 10.4 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 15.6 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.39% during 2025-2033.The growing advancements in nanotechnology, rising adoption of medical imaging in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics, and increasing demand for printers in educational institutions, medical centers, and shopping malls are some of the major factors propelling the market.
Imaging chemicals refer to a class of substances used in various imaging techniques to enhance or produce visual representations of objects, tissues, or processes. They consist of contrast agents, dyes, or radioactive isotopes that interact with the target material to generate a distinct signal. They are employed in techniques, such as X-ray, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and positron emission tomography (PET). They aid researchers in studying cellular and molecular interactions, investigating disease mechanisms, and developing new therapeutic interventions. They also play a significant role in the field of printing, particularly in traditional photographic processes and modern digital printing technologies.
At present, the increasing demand for printing chemicals as they offer high quality and spontaneous turnaround time and minimize printing costs for smaller quantities of printing is impelling the growth of the market. Besides this, the rising adoption of digital imaging as an alternative to conventional film-based photography is contributing to the growth of the market. In addition, the growing demand for printers in educational institutions, offices, hospitals, and malls for printing various essential documents, receipts, and flyers is offering a favorable market outlook. Apart from this, the increasing availability of eco-friendly imaging chemicals with reduced environmental impact made from eco-friendly solvents is supporting the growth of the market. Additionally, the rising utilization of film-based photography by professional photographers is bolstering the growth of the market.
Rising advancements in nanotechnology
Nanotechnology bridges multiple disciplines, including physics, biology, chemistry, engineering, and medicine. This is resulting in a surge of collaborative research across these fields, leading to innovative solutions and breakthroughs. Recognizing the potential of nanotechnology to revolutionize various sectors, governments and private entities worldwide are increasing funding and support for nanotechnology research and development (R&D). Moreover, nanoparticles are engineered to possess specific properties that make them ideal as contrast agents in imaging. They can be functionalized with specific molecules that bind to disease-specific markers and allow for targeted imaging of specific cells or regions in the body, enhancing the accuracy of disease diagnosis. Furthermore, they enable the development of multimodal imaging chemicals.
Increasing adoption of medical imaging applications
The demand for medical imaging is increasing due to the rising occurrence of various chronic diseases along with the growing geriatric population around the world. Besides this, the increasing rate of hospitalization is fueling the demand for medical imaging. Advancements in medical imaging technology are also increasing its capabilities and applications, leading to more widespread usage. Apart from this, a rising shift towards preventive healthcare and early disease detection, coupled with the increasing patient awareness about these services, is resulting in more demand for medical imaging procedures. Medical imaging relies on imaging chemicals to enhance the clarity and accuracy of diagnostic images. Imaging chemicals, through their interaction with the body and imaging technology, provide detailed insights into the condition of a patient, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Increasing demand for digital printing
Digital printing allows for easy modification and customization of designs, which is especially beneficial for small businesses and personal projects that require unique and personalized prints. It is fast, efficient, and capable of producing high-quality prints in less time than traditional printing methods. Besides this, the quality of digital printing is significantly improving, with advancements in technology offering high-resolution prints that rival traditional methods and the utilization of high-quality imaging chemicals. Moreover, digital printing uses either ink (for inkjet printers) or toners (for laser printers), which are composed of various imaging chemicals. These are formulated to provide optimal image quality, color fidelity, and durability.
Imaging agents and toners dominate the market
Imaging agents and toners are essential components in the fields of medical imaging and digital printing, each serving unique roles. Imaging agents, also known as contrast agents or contrast media, are substances used to improve the contrast of structures or fluids within the body during medical imaging procedures. They help distinguish or contrast specific areas of the body from the surrounding tissue, enhancing the detail of the images produced. On the other hand, toner is a powder mixture employed in laser printers and photocopiers to produce printed text and images on paper. In its early form, toner is a mix of carbon powder, which gives the black color, and a polymer that helps the toner particles to melt and bind to the paper under heat and pressure.
Medical holds the largest share in the market
In the medical sector, imaging chemicals are fundamental for enhancing diagnostic accuracy and delivering effective treatments. They aid in creating a clearer picture of the internal structures and processes of the human body, thereby playing a crucial role in disease identification and monitoring. They help increase the visibility of blood vessels in CT scans and X-rays, while gadolinium enhances the contrast in MRIs, enabling radiologists to differentiate between healthy and diseased tissues more effectively.
Imaging chemicals are integral to the printing and packaging industry, wherein they play a pivotal role in achieving high-quality prints, vibrant colors, and durable packaging materials. They are used in various stages of the printing and packaging process, offering a range of benefits and functionalities.
Asia Pacific exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest imaging chemicals market share
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific accounted for the largest market share.
Asia Pacific held the biggest market share due to the rising construction of hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. Besides this, increasing investments in improving medical imaging techniques for better diagnosis and treatment of diseases are strengthening the growth of the market.
Another contributing aspect is the growing demand for imaging chemicals for printing labels and packaging in various industries. In addition, increasing consumerism and branding are contributing to the growth of the market.
North America is estimated to expand further in this domain due to the rising focus on sustainable packaging to reduce the carbon footprint and minimize wastage. Apart from this, the increasing emergence of e-commerce brands selling products online is propelling the growth of the market.
Key market players are investing in research and development (R&D) operations to develop innovative and high-performance products. They are also focusing on improving the quality, functionality, and environmental sustainability of their imaging chemicals. Top companies are forming strategic partnerships and collaborations with other companies, research institutions, and industry experts to leverage their expertise, resources, and market reach. They are also establishing local manufacturing facilities, distribution networks, and sales teams to cater to the specific needs and demands of these markets. Leading players are working to diversify their product portfolios to meet the evolving needs of their customers. They are introducing new imaging chemicals, developing application-specific formulations, and expanding their offerings to cover a wide range of printing, packaging, and medical imaging requirements.
In 2023, Eastman Kodak Company sets new standards in inks for inkjet printing with its KODACHROME inks which enable presses using KODAL ULTRASTREAM Continuous Inkjet Technology to acquire the highest levels of color rendition, image stability, and detail.
In July 2023, Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co. Ltd. announced the development of a silver nanoparticle paste for die-attach applications, which can be sintered at low temperatures under both pleasureless and pressure-assisted methodologies.
In June 2023, Becton Dickinson and Company announced the launch of the world's first spectral cell sorter with high-speed imaging technology, which segregates cells based on visual characteristics.