Global Ibuprofen Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031
Description
According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Ibuprofen market size was valued at US$ 101 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 121 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 2.6% during review period.
In this report, we will assess the current U.S. tariff framework alongside international policy adaptations, analyzing their effects on competitive market structures, regional economic dynamics, and supply chain resilience.
Ibuprofen is an API which is used to produce ibuprofen drugs. Finished drugs ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) derivative of propionic acid used for relieving pain, helping with fever and reducing inflammation.
The ibuprofen market is driven largely by the sustained global demand for finished ibuprofen products, both over-the-counter and prescription-based. As ibuprofen remains one of the most widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain relief, fever reduction, and anti-inflammatory applications, pharmaceutical manufacturers maintain strong demand for a steady supply of high-quality API. Additionally, the growing healthcare needs of emerging economies, especially in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and parts of Africa, are expanding the customer base for generic drug production, further fueling API demand. Large-scale production efficiencies, ongoing investments in capacity expansion by major API producers (particularly in India and China), and the consistent use of ibuprofen in emergency relief supplies and public health programs also contribute significantly to market growth. Furthermore, the rising trend of contract manufacturing and outsourcing of API production by pharmaceutical companies to cost-effective regions is strengthening the global ibuprofen API supply chain.
However, the ibuprofen API market also faces several notable challenges. One of the biggest issues is the heavy concentration of production in a few countries, making the global supply vulnerable to disruptions, such as regulatory changes, environmental restrictions, or geopolitical tensions. Volatility in raw material prices, especially for petroleum-based intermediates used in ibuprofen synthesis, can also impact production costs and profit margins. Regulatory pressures are increasing globally, with stricter Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance requirements and environmental regulations adding to operational costs for API manufacturers. Additionally, the intense competition among generic API suppliers has led to price wars, eroding profitability and making it difficult for smaller players to survive without scale or specialization. Sustainability concerns, particularly regarding waste management and carbon footprint in large-scale chemical synthesis, are also beginning to influence buyer preferences, pushing the industry toward greener production technologies
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Ibuprofen market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Ibuprofen market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031
Global Ibuprofen market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031
Global Ibuprofen market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031
Global Ibuprofen market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and ASP (USD/Kg), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Ibuprofen
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Ibuprofen market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Xinhua Pharmaceutical, IOLCP, Granules Biocause, Strides Shasun, BASF, SI Group, Hisoar, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Ibuprofen market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
USP
EP
Market segment by Application
Tablet
Capsule
Suspension
Others
Major players covered
Xinhua Pharmaceutical
IOLCP
Granules Biocause
Strides Shasun
BASF
SI Group
Hisoar
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Ibuprofen product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Ibuprofen, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Ibuprofen from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Ibuprofen competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Ibuprofen breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Ibuprofen market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Ibuprofen.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Ibuprofen sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
In this report, we will assess the current U.S. tariff framework alongside international policy adaptations, analyzing their effects on competitive market structures, regional economic dynamics, and supply chain resilience.
Ibuprofen is an API which is used to produce ibuprofen drugs. Finished drugs ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) derivative of propionic acid used for relieving pain, helping with fever and reducing inflammation.
The ibuprofen market is driven largely by the sustained global demand for finished ibuprofen products, both over-the-counter and prescription-based. As ibuprofen remains one of the most widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain relief, fever reduction, and anti-inflammatory applications, pharmaceutical manufacturers maintain strong demand for a steady supply of high-quality API. Additionally, the growing healthcare needs of emerging economies, especially in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and parts of Africa, are expanding the customer base for generic drug production, further fueling API demand. Large-scale production efficiencies, ongoing investments in capacity expansion by major API producers (particularly in India and China), and the consistent use of ibuprofen in emergency relief supplies and public health programs also contribute significantly to market growth. Furthermore, the rising trend of contract manufacturing and outsourcing of API production by pharmaceutical companies to cost-effective regions is strengthening the global ibuprofen API supply chain.
However, the ibuprofen API market also faces several notable challenges. One of the biggest issues is the heavy concentration of production in a few countries, making the global supply vulnerable to disruptions, such as regulatory changes, environmental restrictions, or geopolitical tensions. Volatility in raw material prices, especially for petroleum-based intermediates used in ibuprofen synthesis, can also impact production costs and profit margins. Regulatory pressures are increasing globally, with stricter Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance requirements and environmental regulations adding to operational costs for API manufacturers. Additionally, the intense competition among generic API suppliers has led to price wars, eroding profitability and making it difficult for smaller players to survive without scale or specialization. Sustainability concerns, particularly regarding waste management and carbon footprint in large-scale chemical synthesis, are also beginning to influence buyer preferences, pushing the industry toward greener production technologies
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Ibuprofen market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Ibuprofen market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031
Global Ibuprofen market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031
Global Ibuprofen market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031
Global Ibuprofen market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and ASP (USD/Kg), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Ibuprofen
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Ibuprofen market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Xinhua Pharmaceutical, IOLCP, Granules Biocause, Strides Shasun, BASF, SI Group, Hisoar, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Ibuprofen market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
USP
EP
Market segment by Application
Tablet
Capsule
Suspension
Others
Major players covered
Xinhua Pharmaceutical
IOLCP
Granules Biocause
Strides Shasun
BASF
SI Group
Hisoar
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Ibuprofen product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Ibuprofen, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Ibuprofen from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Ibuprofen competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Ibuprofen breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Ibuprofen market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Ibuprofen.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Ibuprofen sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Table of Contents
91 Pages
- 1 Market Overview
- 2 Manufacturers Profiles
- 3 Competitive Environment: Ibuprofen by Manufacturer
- 4 Consumption Analysis by Region
- 5 Market Segment by Type
- 6 Market Segment by Application
- 7 North America
- 8 Europe
- 9 Asia-Pacific
- 10 South America
- 11 Middle East & Africa
- 12 Market Dynamics
- 13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
- 14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
- 15 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 16 Appendix
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