Heavy Metal Testing Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The heavy metal testing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.58 billion in 2024 to $3.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing awareness of the health risks of heavy metal exposure, growing demand for food safety, growing focus on sustainability, growing demand for personalized medicine.

The heavy metal testing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.84 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing emphasis on environmental safety, growing industrialization, government initiatives, increasing demand for personal care and cosmetics products, growing demand for dietary supplements. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in heavy metal testing, real-time and portable testing, increased automation, green testing practices.

The rise in foodborne diseases is expected to drive the growth of the heavy metal testing market. Foodborne diseases are illnesses caused by consuming food or beverages contaminated with harmful substances. Heavy metals in food can contribute to these diseases when present at elevated levels. Heavy metal testing plays a crucial role in detecting and monitoring food contamination, helping to identify hazardous metals in various food categories. This process is essential for preventing foodborne illnesses and ensuring food safety. For example, in December 2023, the European Food Safety Authority, an Italy-based government agency, reported that the EU recorded 5,763 foodborne outbreaks in 2022, a 44% increase from 2021. As a result, the growing incidence of foodborne diseases is fueling the demand for heavy metal testing.

The increasing incidence of chronic diseases is anticipated to be a significant factor driving the growth of the heavy metal testing market. Chronic diseases, characterized by lasting for a year or more and requiring ongoing medical attention, have become increasingly prevalent in society. These conditions often result from prolonged exposure to heavy metals like lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium, which can lead to various diseases and health problems. To manage and mitigate the impact of these chronic disorders caused by heavy metal exposure, the demand for heavy metal testing is on the rise. For example, as of May 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States reported that over 35.5 million adults, which accounts for approximately 14% of the population, are estimated to have chronic kidney disease (CKD). Alarmingly, one-third of individuals with severe CKD are unaware of their condition. This underscores the importance of heavy metal testing in identifying and addressing chronic diseases related to heavy metal exposure. Thus, the increasing incidence of chronic diseases serves as a key driver for the growth of the heavy metal testing market.

Prominent companies in the heavy metal testing market are increasingly focusing on the introduction of advanced sensors for testing solutions as a strategy to enhance their market profitability. These sensors play a critical role in heavy metal testing solutions by identifying the presence and concentrations of toxic heavy metals in various substances. For example, in February 2023, Palintest Ltd., a UK-based manufacturer specializing in water analysis technologies, unveiled a new series of arsenic sensors. These sensors are compatible with their portable testing solutions, Kemio Heavy Metals and Kemio Multi. The newly introduced sensors have the capability to measure concentrations ranging from 2 to 250 g/L and can detect both total arsenic and arsenic (III). The Kemio sensor systems offer a safer alternative to traditional field-testing methods, which often involve the use of hazardous chemicals like mercury bromide. Through Palintest's Kemio technology and arsenic sensors, governments, water providers, non-governmental organizations, and communities can swiftly identify areas with arsenic pollution, respond promptly to elevated levels, and mitigate associated risks.

In June 2022, Bureau Veritas, a France-based company specializing in testing, inspection, and certification services, acquired Advanced Testing Laboratory (ATL) for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance Bureau Veritas's footprint in the North American market and expand its offerings in the consumer healthcare sector. Advanced Testing Laboratory (ATL), a US-based company, is known for its services in heavy metal testing.

Major companies operating in the heavy metal testing market are Merck KGaA, Eurofins Scientific SE, SGS S.A., Bureau Veritas SA, Intertek Group PLC, Shimadzu Corporation, TUV SUD, Element Materials Technology Group Limited, Merieux NutriSciences Corporation, ALS Limited, LGC Limited, MTS Systems Corporation, Montrose Environmental Group Inc., Pace Analytical Services LLC, EMSL Analytical Inc., AsureQuality Ltd., Applied Technical Services Inc., Analytik Jena GmbH, Microbac Laboratories Inc., UFAG Laboratorien AG, Consumer Product Testing Company Inc., Quicksilver Scientific Inc., OMIC USA Inc., General Mills Inc., Brooks Applied Labs LLC, Innerbody Research, IFP Institute for Product Quality GmbH, Alex Stewart International Corporation Ltd., BLC Chemical Testing, Advanced MicroAnalytical.

North America was the largest region in the heavy metal testing market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be fastest growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in heavy metal testing report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the heavy metal testing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The heavy metal testing market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing sample preparation, calibration and standardization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The heavy metal testing market also includes sales of environmental testing instruments and heavy metal panels. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

Heavy metal testing involves the analysis and quantification of heavy metals in a wide range of substances, spanning water, soil, food items, biological specimens, pharmaceuticals, and industrial products. Its primary objective is to safeguard human health, protect the environment, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across diverse industries and applications.

The key heavy metals that heavy metal testing addresses include arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury, and other heavy metals. Arsenic, denoted as As, is a chemical element that exhibits both metallic and non-metallic characteristics. Arsenic heavy metal testing serves a vital role in preserving human health, identifying environmental contamination, and upholding safety standards and regulations related to arsenic exposure. Various testing technologies are employed, such as ICP-MS (inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry), OES (optical emission spectroscopy), AAS (atomic absorption spectroscopy), and other methods. These testing procedures find application in environmental and industrial contexts and are utilized by a diverse range of end-users, including those in the food and beverage, dietary supplement, animal feed, fats and oils industries, among others.

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