Molecular Weight Marker Global Market Report 2024

Molecular weight markers are a collection of molecules with known sizes used as a reference to estimate the size of other molecules separated by techniques such as gel electrophoresis. These markers are essential in molecular biology and biochemistry, providing a reliable method to determine the molecular weight of proteins, nucleic acids, or other macromolecules present in a sample.

The primary types of molecular weight markers include DNA markers, protein markers, and RNA markers. DNA markers are specifically designed for gel electrophoresis to gauge the size of DNA fragments. They encompass prestained markers, unstained markers, and specialty markers tailored for various applications in nucleic acid analysis and proteomics. These products serve a diverse range of end-users such as academic research institutes, pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms, contract research organizations, and other entities involved in molecular research and development.

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The molecular weight marker market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.69 billion in 2023 to $0.78 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors, increased investments in research and development activities focused on molecular biology and biochemistry, expansion of the genomics and proteomics fields requiring accurate molecular weight determination tools, the proliferation of biotechnology applications leveraging molecular weight markers, and advancements such as the introduction of high-resolution molecular weight markers that enhance precision in molecular analysis techniques.

The molecular weight marker market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.24 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.3%. During the forecast period, the growth is expected due to continued advancements in molecular biology techniques, the expanding biopharmaceutical sector concentrating on biologics and biosimilars, increased government funding, enhanced research infrastructure in developing nations, and a growing emphasis on personalized medicine. Key trends anticipated during this period include technological progress in molecular biology, the introduction of high-resolution molecular weight markers, and the creation of more accurate and accessible molecular weight markers.

The increasing adoption of personalized medicine is poised to fuel the growth of the molecular weight marker market in the coming years. Personalized medicine involves tailoring medical treatments and interventions to meet the specific needs of individual patients, driven by advancements in omics technology, genetics, data integration, and a heightened awareness of the importance of personalized healthcare strategies. Molecular weight markers play a crucial role in advancing personalized medicine by facilitating comprehensive proteomic analysis, aiding in biomarker discovery, enhancing understanding of drug development and responses, and supporting the development of personalized therapeutic approaches. For instance, in February 2024, the FDA approved 16 novel personalized therapies for rare diseases, up from six in 2022, as reported by the Personalized Medicine Coalition, underscoring the momentum behind personalized medicine and its impact on the molecular weight marker market.

Leading companies in the molecular weight marker market are concentrating on innovating their product offerings, focusing particularly on monoclonal primary antibodies to maintain their competitive edge. Monoclonal primary antibodies are antibodies derived from a single clone of cells, each producing antibodies that bind to a specific region (epitope) on an antigen (target molecule). For example, in October 2022, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG launched the PRAME (EPR20330) antibody, designed to detect PRAME protein expression in patients suspected of melanoma. This antibody enhances diagnostic accuracy by identifying PRAME protein expression, critical for diagnosing and monitoring melanoma, thereby facilitating more precise treatment strategies tailored to individual patient needs and improving overall patient outcomes in melanoma care.

In August 2022, Bio-Rad Laboratories acquired Curiosity Diagnostics, Sp. Z. o. o. for $170 million to strengthen its diagnostics portfolio with new technologies and expertise. This acquisition enhances Bio-Rad's market position and expands its capability to develop innovative solutions in the molecular weight marker segment. Curiosity Diagnostics Sp. z o.o., based in Poland, specializes in molecular weight markers.

Major companies operating in the molecular weight marker market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Roche Holding AG, Merck KGaA, Avantor, Agilent Technologies Inc., Lonza Group AG, Sigma-Aldrich, PerkinElmer, Bio-Rad Laboratories, QIAGEN N.V, Bio-Techne, VIAVI Solutions Inc., Thorlabs Inc., Promega Corporation, Takara Bio, New England Biolabs, BBI Solutions, Avantes BV, SERVA Electrophoresis, Enzo Life Sciences, Carl Zeiss AG, Raptor Photonics, Magritek Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the molecular weight marker market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the molecular weight marker market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the molecular weight marker market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The molecular weight marker market consists of sales of pageruler prestained protein ladders, spectra multicolor broad range protein ladders, and generuler DNA ladders. 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. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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