Global and China Insulin Market: Snapshot

Diabetes affected the sugar level in the body, either by increasing or decreasing blood glucose level, leading to chronic and life threatening ailments in a long run. Now, insulin is an important hormone that secrets β cells in order to digest blood sugar. Owing to the prevalence of diseases and rise in number of people suffering from it, there is a significant demand for insulin in the global and China market. Especially, the requirements for long-acting and premixed insulin are growing because of increase in type 1 diabetes. The report also presents a details study of China market as well, along with the general global market. Several research centers and healthcare organizations are also working on to come up with a cost effective and more efficient solution to control the level of blood sugar, by providing the accurate dose of insulin.

According to a report the global and China insulin market is anticipated to demonstrate a competitive scenario with a strong CAGR of 6.1% within the forecast period 2013 to 2019. In year 2012 the market was evaluated to be worth US$ 19.99 bn. This figure is likely to be beaten by a whooping estimation of worth US$ 32.24 bn by the end of predicted time frame 2019.

Geriatric Population and Prevalence of Type 1 Diabetes to Boost the Demand in China and Global Market

As per the studies by World Health Organization, around 150 mn people suffered from diabetes mellitus, all across the globe. This statistic also contributes in the rise in demand for insulin in global and China market. Moreover, the WHO also reported the rise in number of geriatric population, along with genetic disposition, and prevailing change in lifestyle also acts as a driving force in surging the market growth. In China, the insulin industry is growing due to prevalence of rising cases of type 2 diabetes, which desperately need insulin doses to keep a check and control over their blood sugar level. Additionally, there is a significant rise in the changed in food habits, enhanced infrastructure, change in lifestyle, and growing consumption of fast food. All these factors lead to the growth of insulin market in China, and all over the globe. China ha become the largest market for insulin market due to highest number of people suffering from diabetes in that region.

Premixed Insulin Segment to Experience a Growth Owing to Rising Diabetic Population in China

The global and China insulin market is divided mainly on the basis of source and action. Mode of action segment is further segmented into rapid-acting, long-acting, intermediate-acting, short-acting, and premixed mode of action. Premixed mode of action and long-lasting mode are the most prevalent ones in China owing to its soaring diabetic population. Moreover, the long-lasting mode is anticipated to grow with a steady CAGR of 8.70% within the predicted time frame. The main reason for this mode to be so favorable and preferred worldwide is due to the fact that even a small amount of it is enough to maintain the balance of blood sugar level. Along with that, this mode of action has a comparatively low pricing and relaxed regulations. They are also available in a variety of range of products that is likely to augment the growth of insulin in China and global market. Apart this, the source segment is divided further into human source and modern source. The rapid-acting insulin segment secured second place in 2012 in the global insulin market. The premixed insulin segment also held 50% of the entire market share in that year. However, the short-acting mode and intermediate-acting mode are anticipated to experience a downfall in forecast period, due to change in preference and improper research and development in support. Eli Lilly and Company, Novo Nordisk A/S, and Sanofi are some of the key players in the market.