PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1701244
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1701244
The U.S. CT and MRI contrast media market size is anticipated to reach USD 3.17 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 7.23% from 2025 to 2030, based on a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. This growth can be attributed to the growing competition among the market participants, rising research activities, and the increasing number of clinical trials and studies. Moreover, the rising focus of industry players on product approvals is anticipated to propel market growth in the coming years.
For instance, in June 2023, Ultravist, an iodine-based contrast agent from Bayer, received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for contrast-enhanced mammography. Ultravist is also indicated for contrast computed tomography of the body and head to evaluate non-neoplastic and neoplastic lesions in adults and pediatric patients aged 2 years and older. Thus, increasing FDA approvals of CT and MRI contrast agents is anticipated to propel the U.S. market growth in the coming years.
Currently, multiple clinical studies are examining the efficacy and utility of contrast agents in various CT and MRI examinations used for several chronic conditions. For instance, the University of Massachusetts in Worcester sponsors a clinical trial that has enrolled 258 participants. This trial compares two macrocyclic gadolinium-based contrast agents, gadobutrol (Gadavist) and gadoterate meglumine (Dotarem), for diagnosing breast diseases. The study is expected to be completed by March 2026. In addition, Emory University has been conducting a study since July 2024 to evaluate a targeted magnetic resonance imaging contrast agent in prostate cancer patients. Positive findings from these clinical studies are anticipated to increase the demand for CT and MRI contrast media in the U.S., contributing to the U.S. market growth.