Global Hyaluronic Acid Market 2017-2021

Technavio's industry research report on the Global Hyaluronic Acid Market is an 86-page document that highlights the trends, challenges, competition, opportunities and other priority factors that will impact the global hyaluronic acid market through the predicted duration spanning 2017-2021. Technavio's expert industry analysts have employed bleeding edge technologies and processes to compile this authoritative and comprehensive document, while offering actionable insights that are applicable across 50+ markets around the world.

Overview of the global hyaluronic acid market

The rising popularity of minimal-invasive procedures and the cost-effectiveness of non-surgical procedures is driving the adoption of non-surgical cosmetic procedures across the globe. Technavio's research analysis on the global hyaluronic acid market identifies that this increased adoption of non-surgical cosmetic procedures will be one of the major factors that will have a positive impact on the market's growth during the next few years. Dermal fillers, chemical peels, laser treatments, microdermabrasion, and botulinum toxin are some of the major non-surgical procedures. Hyaluronic acid (HA), calcium hydroxylapatite, polyalkylimide, polylactic acid, and polymethyl-methacrylate microspheres are the major types of dermal fillers. Hyaluronic acid injection helps in the reduction of damage caused by scars, wounds, or lines. It is also used to improve the contour of the skin. This will consequently increase the demand for hyaluronic acid for cosmetic procedures, fueling market growth. Technavio's market research analysts predict that this market will grow at a CAGR of close to 9% by 2021.

North America is witnessing considerable growth of the hyaluronic acid market due to the rising demand for treatments in the medical and cosmetic sectors. The region's healthcare sector is well advanced and there are a number of high-quality medical facilities. Consumers in this region give more importance to anti-aging treatments such as plastic surgery. This in turn, will drive the demand for hyaluronic acid (HA) in the region. Moreover, the adoption of HA will also increase with the growing instances of osteoarthritis.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The hyaluronic acid market is characterized by the presence of many established international and regional players. These vendors are adopting strategic mergers and acquisitions to expand their geographical network. They are also investing in research and developmental activities to implement innovative technologies and launch novel product variants. This will in turn, help them enhance their revenue shares.

Key vendors in this market are -

• ALLERGAN
• Anika Therapeutics
• Sanofi
• SEIKAGAKU
• Zimmer Biomet

Other prominent vendors in the market include Contipro, Ferring, Fidia Farmaceutici, Galderma, Hyalogic, HYALTECH, Lifecore Biomedical, Maruha Nichiro, Meiji Holdings, Merz Pharma, Rayner, Shiseido, TRB CHEMEDICA INTERNATIONAL, and Valeant.

Segmentation by product and analysis of the hyaluronic acid market

• Five-injection cycle
• Single-injection cycle
• Three-injection cycle

Five-injection cycle products are gaining popularity among doctors because it helps improve their profit margins with every course of treatment. Doctors administer five-injection cycle products only once in a week and for five consecutive weeks. The effects of the therapy are experienced by the end of the treatment cycle and persists for up to six months. The five-injection cycle segment will account for the major shares of this market throughout the forecast period.

Segmentation by application and analysis of the hyaluronic acid market

• Vesicoureteral reflux
• Ophthalmic surgery
• Osteoarthritis
• Dermal fillers

HA is extensively used in the dermal fillers segment because it offers anti-aging property. It penetrates the skin to form a viscoelastic layer to preserve the moisture content of the skin. The demand for hyaluronic acid gel injections is increasing in the segment because they treat facial wrinkles by reducing the complexity in the process. They are also used to improve conditions such as acne scars, cheek depressions, smile lines, and frown lines.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
• What are the key factors driving the global hyaluronic acid market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global hyaluronic acid market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global hyaluronic acid market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global hyaluronic acid market?
• What are the trending factors influencing the market shares of APAC, Europe, North America, and ROW?
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global hyaluronic acid market?

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A naturally occurring chemical substance in the body, hyaluronic acid is taken by people suffering from various joint disorders, including osteoarthritis. Due to its importance and use in the healthcare industry, it comprises an essential part of the specialty chemicals sector. The upcoming report for the global hyaluronic acid market gathers market intelligence data by collecting information from a wide range of parameters such as market size, growth potential, logistical challenges, and new applications to gather deep insights on Technavio's chemicals and materials industry.

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The report on the global hyaluronic acid market also provides analysis of emerging and established geographical regions by covering regions such as the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Alongside this, the report also provides a comprehensive competitive landscape of this market by including some of the vendors operating in the market like Anika Therapeutics Inc., Seikagaku Corporation, Galderma S.A., Salix Pharmaceuticals, and Smith & Nephew Plc. Our analysts have observed that the market might experience growth due to increasing number of patients with joint pain and osteoarthritis.

The upcoming research report on the global hyaluronic acid market also includes market intelligence parameters such as key vendors, profit potential, product features, business buying patterns and opportunities and challenges faced by the industry. Also, it identifies key innovation in this market in alignment to metals and minerals, plastics, polymers, and elastomers, and biochemicals and biomaterials.

Our market research methodology for the global hyaluronic acid market

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