Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market Size By Product (Devices, Probe/Dye), By Application (Preclinical Imaging, Clinical Imaging), By End-Users (Hospitals & clinics, Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Near-Infrared Imaging Market Size And Forecast

Near-Infrared Imaging Market size was valued at USD 206.8 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 428.68 Million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 9.54% during the forecasted period 2024 to 2031.

The expansion of the Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market is being driven by a number of important factors, including the increasing prevalence of surgical operations worldwide, technological developments in near-infrared imaging modalities, and the benefits of near-infrared imaging over traditional visualization techniques. The market is comprehensively evaluated in the study of the Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market. The research provides a thorough analysis of the market’s key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive environment, and other important elements.

Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market Definition

The term “near-infrared imaging” refers to a non-invasive imaging method that makes use of near-infrared light (with wavelengths between 780 and 2500 nm). This method is used to investigate the levels of oxygen and hemoglobin oxygenation in the brain, muscles, and other tissues is used to detect changes caused by disease, injury, or mental activity. Infrared imaging can also be used to diagnose breast cancer, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and schizophrenia. This method is superior to earlier imaging techniques because it causes less harm to patients and has better resolution for differentiating soft tissue from cancers. In the visible and near-infrared spectrums, water and oxygenated and deoxygenated hemoglobin act as the body’s main absorbers.

The chromophores’ absorption spectra. Hemoglobin strongly absorbs visible light wavelengths, and its absorption decreases dramatically above 650 nm in the near-infrared. Water absorption dramatically rises above 950 nm. So, despite the significant scattering of light by tissue, there is a window between 650 and 950 nm where the absorption of light is low, allowing the light to diffuse many centimeters through the tissue before being detected. Compared to fMRI, positron emission tomography (PET), and magnetoencephalography (MEG), near-infrared imaging has the advantage of being a portable and affordable tool for functional neuroimaging.

It is not necessary to tightly restrict subject motion. It is a non-intrusive method utilizing laser or incoherent light sources, which are usually less dangerous than laser pointers. The impacts of the blood flow and oxygen consumption responses to brain activation can be clarified by using quantitative measurements of the changes in oxygenated and deoxygenated hemoglobin. The depth sensitivity of NIRS, which in adults typically reaches 5 to 10 millimeters below the inner surface of the skull for brain activation, is its main limitation. With time-domain techniques, where depth sensitivity rises with delayed detection of the propagating pulse of light, this can be increased.

The unsolved inverse tomography problem imposes a limit on spatial resolution. Since overlapping measurements are not used in most investigations, lateral resolution is about equivalent to source-detector separation. By utilizing overlapping data, lateral spatial resolution can be increased by a factor of two or more. The absence of transmission measurements across the cranium, however, makes it difficult to achieve depth resolution within the brain. Due to the partial volume problem brought on by the low lateral and depth spatial resolution, changes are understated.

Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market Overview

The prevalence and incidence of several diseases, including cancer, neurovascular disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and gastrointestinal diseases, are increasing internationally, contributing to an increase in surgical procedures. Trauma cases and surgical cosmetic operations are also contributing to the rise in surgical treatments. Near-infrared imaging is used for intraoperative imaging during a range of surgical operations, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, cancer surgery, cardiovascular surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and neurovascular surgery. Using near-infrared imaging, surgeons may monitor tissue viability, blood flow, and perfusion during these procedures. Near-infrared imaging is used to construct positive margins during cancer operations to discriminate between malignant and healthy tissues.

As a result, it is projected that an increasing number of procedures for surgery would boost the market for near-infrared imaging. One of the main factors impeding the expansion of the global market for near-infrared imaging is the length of approval processes. The market’s growth rate is constrained by the high cost of various alternative imaging techniques, the increasing cost of infrared detectors, the increased cost of research and development, and the cost of infrared sensors. Infrared cameras have not been widely used since they are more expensive than viable alternatives. MWIR and LWIR cameras are often less expensive than SWIR cameras. Indium gallium arsenide sensors are used in the majority of SWIR cameras. Because they are an expensive semiconductor material, they account for a large portion of the entire cost of the camera.

Glass lenses for the InGaAs sensor are more expensive than lenses for other infrared systems. The greater price of a SWIR camera limits its widespread adoption and has an impact on the Near-Infrared Imaging Market. MWIR and LWIR cameras are both expensive, albeit the price varies depending on the application. Infrared imaging cameras used in research and production, for example, are frequently more expensive than those used in building inspection. Emerging economies such as China, India, Brazil, South Korea, Turkey, Russia, and South Africa offer significant development potential for major players in the near-infrared imaging industry. Despite the fact that cost is an issue in many emerging countries, their large populations—particularly in India and China—provide a solid market for imaging technologies. Because they host more than half of the world’s population, India and China have a significant patient base.

Near-Infrared Imaging Market participants are extending their presence in these emerging markets as a result of rapid economic growth and rising disposable incomes in developing countries, which encourage patients in those countries to spend on high-quality healthcare services. Regulatory policies in the Asia Pacific region are more flexible and business-friendly, in addition to the previously listed aspects. As a result of increased rivalry in existing markets, imaging system manufacturers are expected to move their focus to new markets. The tremendous rise of these countries’ life sciences research sectors can be linked to cost advantages, the availability of skilled researchers, and the proliferation of research institutes. The revolution in the life sciences research sector has increased the demand for diverse imaging modalities, including near-infrared imaging.

Global Near-Infrared Imaging MarketSegmentation Analysis

The Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market is segmented on the basis of Product, Application, End-Users, and Geography.

Near-Infrared Imaging Market, By Product

• Devices
• Probe/Dye

Based on Product, the market is bifurcated into Devices and Probe/Dye. The devices are further sub-segmented into Near-infrared fluorescence imaging systems and Near-infrared fluorescence and bioluminescence imaging systems. And probe/dye is further subsegment into Small organic molecule-based and Nanoparticle-based. Due to the use of near-infrared fluorescence imaging systems during plastic surgery, cancer surgery, and other surgeries, a sizable portion of the Near-Infrared Imaging Market was attained.

Another important element propelling the development of the near-infrared fluorescence imaging system is the rise in the number of operations conducted for cancer, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal problems. The market is expanding due to expanding research efforts as well as benefits of near-infrared fluorescence imaging systems like high sensitivity, high image resolution, and real-time image guiding during surgeries. These methods are also used to diagnose diseases like breast cancer. As a result, these elements support the development of the Near-Infrared Imaging Market.

Near-Infrared Imaging Market, By Application

• Preclinical Imaging
• Clinical Imaging
• Medical Imaging

Based on Application, the market is bifurcated into Preclinical Imaging, Clinical Imaging, and Medical Imaging. Due to the use of near-infrared imaging systems in surgeries, medical imaging gained a sizeable part of the Near-Infrared Imaging Market. The number of operations being conducted globally is increasing. Additionally, the popularity of surgical procedures like plastic surgery is growing globally, which accelerates the development of this market. The industry is growing as a result of the increased use of near-infrared imaging to detect disorders like Alzheimer’s. Due to increased research into new cancer treatments, the clinical imaging category is predicted to develop at the highest CAGR during the projected period.

Near-Infrared Imaging Market, By End-Users

• Hospitals & clinics
• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
• Research laboratories

Based on End-Users, the market is bifurcated into Hospitals & clinics, Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, and Research laboratories. Since surgical procedures involve near-infrared imaging systems, hospitals, and clinics have gained a sizable part of the Near-Infrared Imaging Market. They are also anticipated to see the highest CAGR over the projection period as a result of the expansion of clinical uses for near-infrared imaging across a range of therapeutic fields. The primary factors anticipated to accelerate the growth of this end-user segment in the coming years are the rising demand for near-infrared imaging among clinicians around the world. Considering the advantages of near-infrared imaging systems over more traditional imaging technologies like CT and MRI, including their high sensitivity, high resolution, and low cost.

Near-Infrared Imaging Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Middle East and Africa
• Latin America

Based on Geography, the Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America. North America held a sizeable portion of the global market for near-infrared imaging and is expected to maintain this trend. The presence of important players, the ease with which near-infrared imaging systems may be acquired, and the rapid uptake of these systems all contribute to the market expansion in this area.

Given the increased knowledge of early cancer screening, Asia-Pacific is predicted to experience the quickest growth rate. A sizable patient base and a rise in healthcare spending in the area are further drivers of market expansion. The life sciences sector, which is always growing, is what fuels market expansion in developing nations including China and India.

Key Players

The “Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market. The major players in the market are Stryker, Hamamatsu Photonics KK, Shimadzu Corporation, Leica Microsystems, Olympus Corporation, PerkinElmer, LI-COR, KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG, Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, Medtronic, Bruker Corporation, Miltenyi Biotec, MIZUHO Corporation, PerkinElmer Inc., NOVADAQ Technologies Inc., and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. 

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with its product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Development

• In January 2021, The newest development in endoscopic imaging, the IMAGE1 S Rubina multimode viewing system, was introduced by KARL STORZ. Indocyanine green dye and near-infrared light (NIR/ICG) are used in this technology to achieve outstanding fluorescence-guided imaging with state-of-the-art 4K resolution.

Ace Matrix Analysis

The Ace Matrix provided in the report would help to understand how the major key players involved in this industry are performing as we provide a ranking for these companies based on various factors such as service features & innovations, scalability, innovation of services, industry coverage, industry reach, and growth roadmap. Based on these factors, we rank the companies into four categories as Active, Cutting Edge, Emerging, and Innovators.

Market Attractiveness

The image of market attractiveness provided would further help to get information about the region that is majorly leading in the Global Near-Infrared Imaging Market. We cover the major impacting factors that are responsible for driving the industry growth in the given region.