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Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a comprehensive research report on the “Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Market,” covering the period from 2019 to 2035.
The Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Market is estimated to register a CAGR of 9.80% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2035.
MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the Global Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Market — Smiths Detection Group Ltd. (UK), L3Harris Technologies Inc. (US), OSI Systems Inc. (US), Nuctech Company Limited (China), Teledyne FLIR LLC (US), Chemring Group PLC (UK), Analogic Corporation (US), Leidos Holdings Inc. (US), American Innovations Inc. (US), and Biosensor Applications Sweden AB (Sweden).
Explosive Trace Detection Market Highlights
The Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Market is projected to reach USD 19.04 billion by 2035, from USD 6.81 billion in 2024, registering a CAGR of 9.80% during 2025–2035. Market growth is driven by the growing global emphasis on national security and the adoption of advanced detection technologies across transportation, defense, and public safety sectors.
Growing terrorist threats, cross-border conflicts, and stringent government regulations for security screening are the major factors fueling market demand. Governments worldwide are investing in next-generation ETD systems to enhance detection efficiency in airports, ports, and border checkpoints.
Technological advancements such as AI integration, machine learning, and big data analytics are also transforming ETD capabilities by improving the accuracy of real-time threat detection. Portable ETD devices are witnessing rising adoption for defense and field applications due to their enhanced mobility and detection sensitivity.
Segment Analysis
The Global Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Market has been segmented based on Technology, System Type, Application, and Region.
Based on Technology, the Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS) segment dominated the market in 2024 due to its reliability, high sensitivity, and rapid analysis capabilities. The Chemiluminescence (CL) segment is projected to grow strongly, driven by its increasing use for detecting nanogram-level explosive traces.
Based on System Type, the Portable ETD Systems segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to remain dominant throughout the forecast period, driven by increasing use in military, border security, and transportation screening applications.
Based on the Application, the Cargo & Vehicles segment accounted for the highest revenue in 2024 due to rising defense spending and elevated cross-border threats. The Commercial Airports segment is also projected to grow rapidly as air travel security needs expand.
Region Analysis
By Region, the Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World.
North America dominated the global market in 2024, driven by high defense expenditure, advanced technological adoption, and strong government security mandates led by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and TSA.
Europe held the second-largest share, with countries like Germany and the UK investing in advanced ETD systems amid growing security threats.
Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during 2025–2035, fueled by increasing investments in aviation and defense infrastructure in China, India, and Japan, coupled with a rising incidence of terrorism and regional conflicts.
Key Findings of the Study
- The Global Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Market is expected to reach USD 19.04 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 9.80% during 2025–2035.
- North America accounted for the largest market share, while Asia-Pacific emerged as the fastest-growing regional market.
- Based on Technology, the Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS) segment held the largest share in 2024.
- Based on System Type, the Portable ETD Systems segment accounted for the largest share of the market in 2024.
- Major players are investing in AI-enabled detection systems, portable solutions, and inorganic growth strategies such as mergers and acquisitions to expand their global footprint.