Share of global API production volume by region 2023

Published by
Matej Mikulic,
Oct 10, 2024

As of 2023, almost two thirds of all active pharmaceutical ingredients manufactured worldwide came from China and India. The concentration of critical products manufactured in only a few countries can lead to supply issues during times of crises, as seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Distribution of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production volume worldwide as of 2023, by region

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September 2024

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Worldwide, China, India

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As of 2023

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