Industry: Healthcare | Publish Date: 03-Dec-2024 | No of Pages: 93 | No. of Tables: 83 | No. of Figures: 32 | Format: PDF | Report Code : HC755
South Korea Early Toxicity Testing Market was valued at USD 34.14 million in 2022, and is predicted to reach USD 115.53 million by 2030, with a CAGR of 13.56% from 2023 to 2030.
Early toxicity testing is a crucial procedure that entails the assessment of potential harmful effects or toxicity associated with drugs, chemicals, or other substances during their initial developmental stages.
This evaluation is commonly conducted using in vitro studies (in controlled environments outside living organisms) or through animal models before progressing to human trials.
The primary objective of early toxicity testing is to detect any safety-related issues linked to a substance, determining its suitability for further development and testing.
By conducting these tests upfront, the potential risks to both humans and animals in subsequent clinical trials can be minimized, leading to cost and time savings in the drug development process.
The range of assessments encompasses various examinations, including cell viability assays, genotoxicity evaluations, and studies on how the substance is processed within the body (pharmacokinetics). The selection of specific tests and methodologies is contingent on the substance's nature and its intended application.
Overall, early toxicity testing stands as a pivotal stride in the drug development trajectory, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of emerging drugs and substances before attaining approval for human use.
The pharmaceutical companies in South Korea continue to expand their drug development pipelines, which is significantly leading to the growth of the market in the country.
According to the Korea Drug Development Fund (KDDF), a total of 559 new pipelines were being developed by domestic companies as of 2021. This includes pipelines for various therapeutic areas, such as oncology, rare diseases, and infectious diseases.
Early toxicity testing is essential in identifying potential risks and adverse effects of new drug candidates, ensuring their safety, and expediting their regulatory approval.
The development of these pipelines creates a significant demand for early toxicity testing methods in South Korea, as companies seek to identify and address potential safety concerns in the early stages of drug development.
The surge in the number of investments, in terms of research and development of drugs in the country by various multinational companies further propels the growth of the market.
According to the Korea Research-based Pharma Industry Association (KRPIA), various multinational drug companies have expanded their R&D investment in South Korea by 20% on-year to USD 499.5 million in 2021. This investment is expected to create a favorable environment for the growth and development of the early toxicity testing market in the country.
As drug companies continue to invest in R&D in South Korea, the demand for early toxicity testing methods is likely to increase, creating new opportunities for companies operating in this market.
However, strict guidelines established by regulatory agencies like the US FDA and the EMA necessitate extensive and exacting testing for medication development and safety, which can be costly and time-consuming and impede market expansion.
Small and medium-sized businesses that may lack the means to conduct thorough testing may find it difficult and expensive to comply with these rules.
Because of this, some businesses might decide to postpone or scrap drug development initiatives, which could reduce the market for early toxicity testing services.
Furthermore, strict rules may lead to a protracted approval procedure for new pharmaceuticals, which would add to the delay in the time it takes for drugs to reach the market. This, in turn, is expected to hamper the growth of the ETT market
The introduction of new technologies such as in-vitro modeling using 3D cell culture is expected to provide new lucrative opportunities for the early toxicity testing market during the forecast period.
The use of 3D cell cultures can better mimic the complexity of tissues and organs, providing more accurate and reliable results for toxicity testing. Traditional 2D cell culture models are limited in their ability to mimic the complexity of human tissues and organs, often leading to inaccurate and unreliable results in toxicity testing.
However, the use of 3D cell culture models can better mimic the structural and functional complexity of tissues and organs, providing more accurate and reliable results for toxicity testing.
3D cell cultures allow the growth and interaction of multiple cell types, creating a microenvironment that more closely resembles human tissues and organs.
This can better predict the toxic effects of drugs and chemicals in the human body, reducing the risk of adverse effects in clinical trials. Hence, such factors propel the market growth.
The South Korea early toxicity testing industry includes several market players such as Inotiv Inc., Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc, Evotec A.G., Agilent Technologies Inc, Wuxi Apptec, Bruker, Perkinelmer Inc., Enzo Biochem Inc., Danaher Corporation, Eurofins Scientific SE, Charles River Laboratories International, Inc., Labcorp Drug Development., Promega Corporation, Insphero AG. and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
The South Korea early toxicity testing market report provides a quantitative analysis of the current market and estimations through 2023-2030 that assists in identifying the prevailing market opportunities to capitalize on.
The study comprises a deep dive analysis of the market trend including the current and future trends for depicting the prevalent investment pockets in the industry.
The information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities and their impact on the market is provided in the report.
The competitive analysis of the market players along with their market share in the South Korea early toxicity testing market.
The SWOT analysis and Porter’s Five Forces model are elaborated in the study.
Value chain analysis in the market study provides a clear picture of the stakeholders’ roles.
In Vivo
In Vitro
Cell Culture
PCR
ELISA
Western Blotting
Protein Binding Assays
In Silico
Genotoxicity
Dermal Toxicity
Skin Toxicity
Ocular Toxicity
Phototoxicity
Others
Pharmaceutical Industry
Cosmetic Industry
Chemical Industry
Food Industry
Others
Inotiv Inc.
Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc
Evotec A.G.
Agilent Technologies Inc
Wuxi Apptec
Bruker
Perkinelmer Inc.
Enzo Biochem Inc.
Danaher Corporation
Eurofins Scientific SE
Charles River Laboratories International, Inc.
Labcorp Drug Development.
Promega Corporation
Insphero AG
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
REPORT SCOPE AND SEGMENTATION:
Parameters |
Details |
Market Size in 2022 |
USD 34.14 Million |
Revenue Forecast in 2030 |
USD 115.53 Million |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 13.56% from 2023 to 2030 |
Analysis Period |
2022–2030 |
Base Year Considered |
2022 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2030 |
Market Size Estimation |
Million (USD) |
Growth Factors |
Increasing multinational companies' robust research and development investments. The rising technological advancements. |
Companies Profiled |
15 |
Market Share |
Available for 15 companies |
Customization Scope |
Free customization (equivalent up to 80 working hours of analysts) after purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional, and segment scope. |
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