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Asia Pacific CRO Market Research Report Information By Type (Early Phase Development Services, Clinical Research Services, Laboratory Services, Post-Approval Services), By End User (Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies and Medical Device Companies), and By Country (Japan, China, India, Australia And Rest of Asia) –Market Forecast Till 2032


ID: MRFR/HC/11119-HCR | 128 Pages | Author: Rahul Gotadki| October 2024

Asia Pacific CRO Market Overview


The Asia Pacific CRO Market Size was valued at USD 8.2 Billion in 2022 and is projected to grow from USD 9.1 Billion in 2023 to USD 22.3 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Increasing demand for outsourced research and development services in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare sectors are the key market drivers enhancing market growth.


Asia CRO Market Overview


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Asia Pacific CRO Market Trends



  • CROs leveraging advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance trial efficiency and patient engagement are driving the market growth


The Asia Pacific region's growing healthcare spending has been a major factor propelling the Contract Research Organisation (CRO) market's expansion.Research and development expenditures frequently rise in tandem with increases in healthcare spending. Among CROs' main clientele are pharmaceutical and biotechnology businesses, who devote more money to research and development in order to create novel medications and treatments. Consequently, this increases the need for CRO services. Furthermore, more expensive healthcare makes larger and more complex clinical studies possible. Testing the efficacy and safety of novel medications and medical procedures requires the use of clinical trials. Funds are available to help local and foreign corporations perform more extensive and sophisticated trials in the Asia Pacific area, which encourages more cooperation with CROs.


The Asia Pacific CRO market has been greatly affected by technological improvements. Clinical trial efficiency has increased thanks to the application of big data and data analytics. In order to handle and evaluate massive amounts of data and make better informed decisions, CROs in the Asia Pacific region are utilising advanced analytics. This is known as inclinical research. This makes it easier to identify patterns, possible dangers, and patient recruiting tactics more quickly. Additionally, a number of clinical research-related tasks, including patient recruiting, data processing, and predictive modelling, are being handled by AI and ML systems. These technologies aid in pattern recognition, trial design optimisation, and general trial management enhancement. In order to expedite procedures and lower the duration and expense of clinical trials, CROs in the Asia Pacific area are implementing AI and ML. Thus, driving the Asia Pacific CRO market revenue.


Asia Pacific CRO Market Segment Insights


Asia Pacific CRO Type Insights


The Asia Pacific CRO market segmentation, based on type includes early-phase development services, clinical research services, laboratory services, and post-approval services. The clinical research services segment dominated the market, accounting for 45% of the market. It encompasses services related to trial design, patient recruitment, data management, regulatory compliance, safety monitoring, and the generation of critical trial documents.


Asia Pacific CRO End User Insights


The Asia Pacific CRO market segmentation, based on end user, includes Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies and Medical Device Companies. The Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies category generated the most income (64.4%). Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies increasingly outsource various aspects of their research and development activities to CROs in Asia. This includes preclinical and clinical trial services, data management, regulatory affairs, and pharmacovigilance. Outsourcing allows these companies to access specialized expertise and resources while focusing on their core competencies.


Figure 1: ASIA PACIFIC CRO MARKET, by End User, 2023 & 2032 (USD Billion)


ASIA PACIFIC CRO MARKET, by End User, 2022 & 2032


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Asia Pacific CRO Regional Insights


By region, the study provides market insights into Japan, China, India, Australia, and Rest of the Asia. Due to a number of important factors, the contract research organisation (CRO) market in Asia Pacific is expanding significantly. The growing need for clinical research services from pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries in the area is one of the main factors. CROs are essential in supplying infrastructure, regulatory knowledge, and experience to the Asia Pacific area, which is becoming a centre for clinical trials. This helps to speed up the drug development process. Furthermore, the area has a sizable and varied patient base, which promotes more thorough and representative clinical research. The need for new medicines and the increasing incidence of chronic illnesses have increased demand for CRO services as businesses want to accelerate their R&D.  The China CRO market area will dominate this market, owing to the vast and diverse patient population, making it an ideal location for conducting clinical trials. China offers cost-effective solutions for CRO services. Labor and operational costs in China are often lower than in Western countries, making it an economical choice for outsourcing clinical research.


Figure 2: ASIA PACIFIC CRO MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2023 (USD Billion)


ASIA PACIFIC CRO MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Asia Pacific CRO Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the CRO market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their Asia footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, CRO industry must offer cost-effective items.


Key Companies in the Asia Pacific CRO market include



  • IQVIA Inc.

  • Parexel International Corporation

  • Charles River Laboratories, Inc.

  • ACM Global Laboratories

  • Merck KGaA (Bio Reliance Corporation)

  • Celerion

  • Clinitude

  • Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (Covance Inc.)

  • Novotech

  • Icon PLC


Asia Pacific CRO Market Segmentation


Asia Pacific CRO Type Outlook



  • Early Phase Development Services

  • Clinical Research Services

  • Laboratory Services

  • Post-Approval Services


Asia Pacific CRO End User Outlook



  • Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies

  • Medical Device Companies

  • Food

  • Beverages

  • Supplements

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size 2022 USD 8.2 Billion
Market Size 2023 USD 9.1 Billion
Market Size 2032 USD 22.3 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 11.8% (2024-2032)
Base Year 2023
Market Forecast Period 2024-2032
Historical Data 2018- 2022
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered Type, End user, and Country
Countries Covered Japan, China, India, Australia, and Rest of the Asia
Key Companies Profiled IQVIA Inc., Parexel International Corporation Charles River Laboratories, Inc., ACM Global Laboratories, Merck KGaA (Bio Reliance Corporation), Celerion, Clinitude, Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (Covance Inc.), Novotech, and Icon PLC
Key Market Opportunities ·       CROs can explore opportunities for technological innovation and digital transformation, enhancing data management, patient engagement, and trial efficiency
Key Market Dynamics ·       CROs are increasingly specializing in specific therapeutic areas, such as oncology, rare diseases, and neuroscience


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The Asia Pacific CRO Market size was valued at USD 8.2 Billion in 2022.

The Asia Pacific CRO Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.8% during the forecast period, 2024-2032.

China had the largest share in the Asia Pacific CRO Market.

The key players in the market are IQVIA Inc., Parexel International Corporation, Charles River Laboratories, Inc., and ACM Global Laboratories.

The Clinical Research Services category dominated the market in 2022.

The Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies had the largest share in the Asia Pacific CRO Market.

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