UK Contrast Media Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2033
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UK contrast media market highlights
- The UK contrast media market generated a revenue of USD 255.7 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 481.1 million by 2033.
- The UK market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2026 to 2033.
- In terms of segment, x-ray/computed tomography was the largest revenue generating modality in 2025.
- Ultrasound is the most lucrative modality segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Contrast media market data book summary
| Market revenue in 2025 | USD 255.7 million |
| Market revenue in 2033 | USD 481.1 million |
| Growth rate | 8.3% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033) |
| Largest segment | X-ray/computed tomography |
| Fastest growing segment | Ultrasound |
| Historical data | 2021 - 2024 |
| Base year | 2025 |
| Forecast period | 2026 - 2033 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, X-ray/Computed Tomography |
| Key market players worldwide | Bayer AG, GE Aerospace, Guerbet, Bracco, Lantheus Holdings Inc, Imax Corp, Nano Therapeutics, Trivitron Healthcare |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, UK accounted for 3.5% of the global contrast media market in 2025.
- Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- In Europe, Germany contrast media market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- Germany is the fastest growing regional market in Europe and is projected to reach USD 768.2 million by 2033.
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Contrast Media Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trivitron Healthcare | View profile | 5001-10000 | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Asia | http://www.trivitron.com |
| Nano Therapeutics | View profile | 51-100 | Sachin, Gujarat, India, Asia | https://www.nano-therapeutics.net |
| Lantheus Holdings Inc | View profile | 834 | 201 Burlington Road, South Building, Bedford, MA, United States, 01730 | https://www.lantheus.com |
| Bracco | View profile | 1001-5000 | Milan, Lombardia, Italy, Europe | https://www.bracco.com |
| Guerbet | View profile | 501-1000 | Villepinte, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, Europe | http://www.guerbet.com |
| Imax Corp | View profile | 697 | 2525 Speakman Drive, Mississauga, ON, Canada, L5K 1B1 | https://www.imax.com |
| Bayer AG | View profile | 99723 | Kaiser-Wilhelm-Allee 1, Leverkusen, NW, Germany, 51368 | https://www.bayer.com |
| GE Aerospace | View profile | 125000 | One Financial Center, Suite 3700, Boston, MA, United States, 02111 | https://www.geaerospace.com |
UK contrast media market outlook
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X-ray/computed tomography was the largest segment with a revenue share of 73.91% in 2025. Horizon Databook has segmented the UK contrast media market based on ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, x-ray/computed tomography covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
The UK has a strong record of contrast media manufacturing and innovation. Factors such as government support, dynamic supply & distribution channels, and value chains are contributing to the market growth.
The aging population, rising demand for contrast-enhanced imaging tests, and growing prevalence of chronic conditions are expected to accelerate R&D in the country. The companies operating in the UK contrast media industry specifically focus on formulation product launches, government approvals, and clinical trials.
The regulatory evaluation of Pixxoscan involved a decentralized procedure (DCP), resulting in marketing authorization already being granted in Austria. Pending further approval, it is anticipated that Pixxoscan will be launched in several European countries during the year 2023.
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