Prepacked chromatography columns are essential tools in the field of bioseparations and are used for the separation and purification of biomolecules such as proteins, antibodies, and nucleic acids. The market for prepacked chromatography columns is primarily driven by the growing demand for biopharmaceuticals and increasing R&D activities in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Additionally, the need for high-throughput screening and the growing adoption of single-use technologies are also contributing to the market's growth. However, the high cost of prepacked chromatography columns and the lack of skilled professionals to operate these systems are hindering the market's growth. Furthermore, the market is highly competitive, with many established players and new entrants, resulting in intense competition and pricing pressure.
The Global Prepacked Chromatography Columns Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 266.2 million in 2021 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 7.9% during the forecast period (2021-2028).
Prominent Players in the Prepacked Chromatography Columns Industry:
1. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., founded in 2006 and based in Massachusetts, USA, operates in over 50 countries globally. It is a leading provider of prepacked chromatography columns and in March 2021, it announced the launch of its new prepacked columns for biomolecule purification.
2. Cytiva
Cytiva, formerly GE Healthcare Life Sciences, was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Massachusetts, USA. The company operates in over 40 countries and is known for its chromatography columns and resins. In November 2020, Cytiva announced the launch of its MabSelect PrismA, a new protein A resin for monoclonal antibody purification.
3. Sartorius AG
Sartorius AG, founded in 1870 and based in Germany, operates in over 110 countries worldwide. It is a leading provider of chromatography equipment and consumables. In November 2020, Sartorius announced the launch of its new Sartobind Cassettes, prepacked cassettes for high-throughput chromatography.
4. Repligen Corporation
Repligen Corporation, founded in 1981 and based in Massachusetts, USA, operates in over 40 countries globally. It specializes in the production of chromatography equipment and consumables for the biopharmaceutical industry. In February 2021, Repligen announced the launch of its new OPUS® prepacked chromatography columns for large-scale protein purification.
5. Merck Millipore
Merck Millipore, a subsidiary of Merck KGaA, was founded in 1928 and is based in Massachusetts, USA. It operates in over 60 countries and is known for its range of chromatography products. In March 2021, Merck Millipore announced the launch of its new prepacked columns for virus purification.
6. VWR International, Llc. (Avantor)
VWR International, Llc. (Avantor), founded in 1852 and headquartered in Pennsylvania, USA, operates in over 30 countries globally. It is a leading provider of laboratory equipment and consumables, including chromatography columns. In September 2020, VWR International announced the launch of its new Avantor® ACE® Excel® prepacked chromatography columns.
7. Phenomenex Inc.
Phenomenex Inc., founded in 1982 and based in California, USA, operates in over 50 countries worldwide. It specializes in the production of chromatography columns and consumables for various industries. In November 2020, Phenomenex announced the launch of its new prepacked columns for food and environmental testing.
8. Agilent Technologies, Inc.
Agilent Technologies, Inc., founded in 1999 and based in California, USA, operates in over 50 countries globally. It is a leading provider of chromatography equipment and consumables. In February 2021, Agilent Technologies announced the launch of its new prepacked columns for high-throughput protein characterization.
9. Knauer Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH
Knauer Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH, founded in 1962 and based in Germany, operates in over 80 countries worldwide. It specializes in the production of chromatography equipment and consumables. In March 2021, Knauer announced the launch of its new AZURA® Bio purification system for the separation and purification of biomolecules.
10. Hawach Scientific Co., Ltd.
Hawach Scientific Co., Ltd., founded in 2009 and based in China, operates in over 100 countries globally. It is a leading provider of chromatography equipment and consumables. In January 2021, Hawach Scientific announced the launch of its new prepacked columns for protein purification.
11. Purolite
Purolite, founded in 1981 and based in Pennsylvania, USA, operates in over 40 countries globally. It is known for its range of chromatography resins and equipment. In September 2020, Purolite announced the launch of its new Praesto® Jetted A50 chromatography resin for antibody purification.
*Definition- Prepacked chromatography columns are pre-filled with a stationary phase material and used for efficient separation of molecules in liquid chromatography.
