The Thin Film Drug Manufacturing Market Overview 2025 report reveals that the market size has grown significantly over the past few years, with projections indicating further expansion.
The market size of the thin film drug manufacturing sector has experienced substantial growth. It is projected to increase from $7.98 billion in 2024 to $8.71 billion in 2025, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%.
The Thin Film Drug Manufacturing Global Market is predicted to grow to $12.27 billion in 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%.
Download Your Free Sample of the 2025 Thin Film Drug Manufacturing Market Report and Uncover Key Trends Now!The key drivers in the thin film drug manufacturing market are:
• Rising prevalence of chronic conditions is driving demand for advanced drug delivery systems.
• Advancements in formulation science and materials engineering are enabling more effective and targeted drug treatments.
• Supportive regulatory pathways and favorable reimbursement policies are encouraging the growth of the market.
• Increasing adoption of e-commerce for drug distribution is broadening the reach of thin film drugs.
The thin film drug manufacturingmarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Oral Thin Film, Transdermal Film, Other Types
2) By Disease Indication: Schizophrenia, Migraine, Opioid Dependence, Nausea And Vomiting, Other Disease Indications
3) By Distribution Channel: Hospital Pharmacies, Drug Stores, Retail Pharmacies, E-Commerce
The key trends in the thin film drug manufacturing market are:
• The advancement in smart and responsive drug delivery systems is an emerging trend.
• There is an increasing focus on incorporating multiple drugs in a single film.
• The development of manufacturing processes that are more sustainable and environmentally friendly is seen.
• The incorporation of digital technology with thin film drug delivery and development of solutions for taste masking and improved patient experience are other key trends.
Major companies in the thin film drug manufacturing market are:
• Novartis AG
• Merck KGaA
• Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
• Indivior PLC
• LTS Lohmann Therapie-Systeme AG
• Aquestive Therapeutics
• Zim Laboratories Ltd
• Tapemark
• AdhexPharma
• MonoSol Rx
• Aavishkar Oral Strips Pvt Ltd.
• APR Applied Pharma Research SA
• Cynapsus Therapeutics Inc.
• Jurata Thin Film Inc.
• Nova Thin Film Pharmaceuticals LLC
• Vektor Pharma TF GmbH
• TFF Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• NAL Pharma
• IntelGenx Corp
• D.K. Livkon Healthcare Pvt Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the thin film drug manufacturing market in 2024