Global Gel Permeation Chromatography Market is estimated to be valued at USD 1.72 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 2.88 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 1.72 Bn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
7.60%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 2.88 Bn
Figure. Gel Permeation Chromatography Market Share (%), By Region 2025
Gel permeation chromatography is a well-established technique for determining the molecular weight distribution of polymers. It separates the polymer chains based on their hydrodynamic volume and allows differentiation of various polymers quantitatively. The gel permeation chromatography market has witnessed steady growth over the years driven by increasing use of the technique in quality control applications across industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, etc. where understanding molecular weight distribution is critical. Researchers have also explored newer applications such as analyzing multi drug delivery systems. The mobile phase acts as lubricant helping elute polymer chains smoothly through porous beads or gels where separation takes place based on size. Advancements in column technology and detectors have made GPC a popular, simple, and reliable method of polymer characterization.
Market Dynamics
The global gel permeation chromatography market is expected to witness steady growth during the forecast period, driven by increasing R&D activities in polymer sciences. Technological advancements leading to the development of columns with improved resolution power as well as multi detection systems are boosting market revenues. Growing applications of GPC across industries such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology for analyzing drug delivery systems, polymers for medical applications is fueling demand. However, high costs of instrumentation and lack of skilled professionals are expected to restrain the market growth. Adoption of automated samplers and integrated software solutions presents lucrative opportunities. Additionally, widening applications of GPC in the characterization of single use systems and microplastics are expected to present growth opportunities.
Key Features of the Study
This report provides in-depth analysis of the global gel permeation chromatography market, and provides market size (US$ Billion) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2025 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Waters Corporation, Shimadzu Corporation, Agilent Technologies, Malvern Instruments, TOSOH Corporation, Schambeck SFD, Polymer Char, J2 Scientific, Gilson, Inc., LC Tech, Labtech International, PerkinElmer, Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific, Bio-Rad Laboratories, and Sartorius AG
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global gel permeation chromatography market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global gel permeation chromatography market
Market Segmentation
By Product Type Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
Gel Permeation Chromatography System
Benchtop Systems
Compact Systems
Multi-Detector Systems
Detectors
Columns
Pumps
Accessories & Consumables
Software
Others (Filters)
By End User Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
Pharmaceutical and Biotech Companies
Academic & Research Institutes
Others
Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Germany
U.K.
Spain
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
South Africa
North Africa
Central Africa
Key Players Insights
Waters Corporation
Shimadzu Corporation
Agilent Technologies
Malvern Instruments
TOSOH Corporation
Schambeck SFD
Polymer Char
J2 Scientific
Gilson, Inc.
LC Tech
Labtech International
PerkinElmer, Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Bio-Rad Laboratories
Sartorius AG
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Global Gel Permeation Chromatography Market, By Product Type
Global Gel Permeation Chromatography Market, By End User
Global Gel Permeation Chromatography Market, By Region
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Driver
Restraint
Opportunity
Impact Analysis
Key Developments
Regulatory Scenario
Product Launches/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Analysis
Merger and Acquisition Scenario
Industry Trends
4. Global Gel Permeation Chromatography Market, By Product Type, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Gel Permeation Chromatography System
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Benchtop Systems
Compact Systems
Multi-Detector Systems
Detectors
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Columns
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Pumps
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Accessories & Consumables
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Software
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Others (Filters)
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
5. Global Gel Permeation Chromatography Market, By End User, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Pharmaceutical and Biotech Companies
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Academic & Research Institutes
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
6. Global Gel Permeation Chromatography Market, By Region, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share (%) Analysis, 2025,2028 & 2032, Value (USD Bn)