Dispensing Pharmacy Packaging Machine Market Report 2025

The dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.2 billion in 2024 to $2.38 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to an increase in pharmaceutical R&D expenditure, increased healthcare expenditure, rise in disposable income, growing penetration of retail pharmacies, emerging markets growth, and increasing population.

The dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.51 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to faster economic growth, growth of pharmaceutical manufacturing, rise in the aging population and increasing government initiatives. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing research and development activities, product innovation, new technology development, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships and collaborations, and increasing investments.

The anticipated growth in the biopharmaceutical sector is poised to drive the expansion of the dispensing pharmacy packaging market. Biopharma, which involves the production of medical drugs using biotechnology, is experiencing a global upswing. Pharmaceutical packaging machinery plays a crucial role in efficiently preparing and packaging pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products for distribution. As reported by HCP Detection, a website dedicated to detecting host cell protein data, the global biopharmaceutical market is on the rise, with a forecasted valuation of USD 341.16 billion in 2023. This surge in biopharmaceutical activities is a key factor propelling the dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market, as the demand for efficient and specialized packaging solutions continues to grow.

The growth of the dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market is expected to be driven by the expansion of retail and online pharmacies. These pharmacies provide both prescription and over-the-counter medications to consumers, either through physical stores or digital platforms that enable online ordering and home delivery. Dispensing pharmacy packaging machines are utilized in retail and online pharmacies to automate medication packaging, ensuring accurate dosage, enhancing efficiency, and improving safety by minimizing the risk of human error in the dispensing process. For example, in October 2023, a report by the National Community Pharmacists Association, a US-based pharmacy association, indicated that independent community pharmacies dispensed an average of 66,218 prescriptions in 2022, up from 63,228 the previous year. Additionally, their sales grew to $4,847,000 in 2022, an increase from $4,031,000 in 2021. Consequently, the growth of retail and online pharmacies is expected to drive the demand for dispensing pharmacy packaging machines.

Leading companies in the dispensing pharmacy packaging machines market are focusing on technological advancements, such as closed politainer systems, to enhance their market position. The closed politainer system is a packaging solution designed to safely dispense sensitive liquids without exposure to air. For example, in July 2024, Berry Global Group, Inc., a US-based manufacturer of packaging products, introduced a range of specialized closures and couplings for its Politainer combi pack, creating a closed system for the safe and easy dispensing of sensitive liquids without air exposure. Available in sizes ranging from one to 30 liters, the Politainer consists of a polyethylene container enclosed in a sturdy cardboard outer that collapses as the product is dispensed, ensuring nearly complete evacuation and preventing air ingress, making it suitable for pharmaceutical applications.

Leading companies in the dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market are adopting strategic partnerships to enhance technology integration and expand their market reach. A strategic partnership refers to a collaborative relationship between two or more organizations that pool their resources, expertise, and efforts to achieve shared goals or objectives. For instance, in November 2023, iA (Innovation Associates), a US-based pharmacy fulfillment company, formed a partnership with Euclid Medical Products, a US-based medical technology company, to improve its pharmacy fulfillment solutions by incorporating Euclid’s Axial Adherence Packaging Technology into iA’s NexiA Enterprise Software Suite. This collaboration allows pharmacy providers to offer a wider range of medication dispensing options beyond traditional bottles and vials, supporting centralized fulfillment. iA, a leader in integrated pharmacy fulfillment for retail, health systems, and government pharmacies, seeks to develop sustainable solutions that enhance the role of pharmacists in healthcare through advanced software and robotics.

In July 2022, the US-based medical technology company BD acquired Parata Systems for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition further enhances BD's capabilities by incorporating Parata Systems, a US-based company specializing in dispensing pharmacy packaging machines. The move aligns with BD's commitment to integrating teams effectively for future growth and innovation in the healthcare sector.

Major companies operating in the dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market include Yuyama Manufacturing Co Ltd, TOSHO Inc, Marchesini Group SPA, Canon Inc, JVM Co Ltd, Takazono Corporation, Optima Packaging Group GmbH, Romaco Group, Bausch+Stroebel, Uflex Limited, Parekhplast India Limited, Essel Propack Limited, Nipro India Corporation Pvt. Ltd, Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical (Group) Co Ltd, Yung Chung machinery co, Jiangsu Yangtze River Pharmaceutical Group, Huhtamaki India Ltd, Vannpax, Blister Packaging Machine, Parata, SGD Pharma, Heqian Industry Co, Abnova, Brothers Pharmamach, Syntegon Technology, Robotik Technology, Constantia Flexibles Pharma, Robert Bosch GmbH, Dara Pharma, Electropak, LOG Primary Packaging, GSK, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, Novartis, Swisslog Healthcare, Bayer Healthcare Co Ltd, Chiesi Pharmaceuticals, Actelion Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd, AstraZeneca and OMAG Srl, Alpen Pharma Group, AbbVie Ltd, MTS Medication Technologies, Pfizer, IMA Group, Masipack, Pyxis, BD, ATG Pharma, McKesson Canada, Medical Packaging Inc, ARxIUM, Talyst, Shanghai Roche Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd, Amgen, Abbott Diabetes Care, Opuspac, Naveh Pharma LTD, Frank Noe Egypt.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the dispensing pharmacy packaging market in 2024. The regions covered in the dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The dispensing pharmacy packaging machine is crucial for the secure distribution of medications and nutraceuticals, ensuring their proper preparation. Pharmacy packaging involves the precise positioning of medications to preserve their therapeutic efficacy, enhance overall quality appearance, and facilitate strong branding for business success.

Dispensing pharmacy packaging machines come in two main types such as fully automatic and semi-automatic. Fully automatic systems operate entirely on automation, with speed options ranging from low to standard and high. These machines perform functions such as filling, wrapping, mixing, splitting, and other related processes.

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The dispensing pharmacy packaging machine market consists of sales of pharmaceutical sachets, polybags, and blister packs. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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