DNA Forensics Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025 - 2034
The Global DNA Forensics Market was valued at USD 3.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a 5.4% CAGR between 2025 and 2034. DNA forensics helps in legal settings by using genetic material for identification purposes, such as criminal investigations, paternity testing, and disaster victim identification.
The market is categorized by solution types, including kits, analyzers, sequencers, software, and consumables. The consumables segment leads the market, contributing the largest share of 37.7% in 2024. This is largely due to the advancements in Next-Generation Sequencing and other technologies, which have enhanced the speed and precision of DNA analysis. These improvements have led to an increased demand for consumables essential for these processes.
Method-wise, the DNA forensics market is divided into capillary electrophoresis (CE), next-generation sequencing (NGS), polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification, and other methods. Capillary electrophoresis (CE) holds the largest share, generating a revenue of USD 1.2 billion in 2024. CE is favored for its high-resolution separation of DNA fragments, offering precise results critical for forensic applications. Its ability to handle degraded or mixed DNA samples is a major advantage, making it indispensable in forensic laboratories. The continued investment in DNA forensics technology by law enforcement agencies, aimed at solving cold cases and addressing testing backlogs, has further driven the demand for CE, as it delivers rapid and reliable DNA analysis.
U.S. DNA forensics market is poised for significant growth, with projections reaching USD 2.4 billion by 2034. The U.S. government has been investing heavily in upgrading forensic technology and expanding laboratory facilities to support enhanced criminal investigations. Such investments are expected to accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge DNA forensic technologies across the country. Additionally, initiatives focused on resolving cold cases and minimizing backlogs in forensic labs are intensifying the demand for DNA forensics solutions. Law enforcement agencies increasingly prioritize DNA evidence as a tool to revisit unsolved cases, further contributing to market growth.
The market is categorized by solution types, including kits, analyzers, sequencers, software, and consumables. The consumables segment leads the market, contributing the largest share of 37.7% in 2024. This is largely due to the advancements in Next-Generation Sequencing and other technologies, which have enhanced the speed and precision of DNA analysis. These improvements have led to an increased demand for consumables essential for these processes.
Method-wise, the DNA forensics market is divided into capillary electrophoresis (CE), next-generation sequencing (NGS), polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification, and other methods. Capillary electrophoresis (CE) holds the largest share, generating a revenue of USD 1.2 billion in 2024. CE is favored for its high-resolution separation of DNA fragments, offering precise results critical for forensic applications. Its ability to handle degraded or mixed DNA samples is a major advantage, making it indispensable in forensic laboratories. The continued investment in DNA forensics technology by law enforcement agencies, aimed at solving cold cases and addressing testing backlogs, has further driven the demand for CE, as it delivers rapid and reliable DNA analysis.
U.S. DNA forensics market is poised for significant growth, with projections reaching USD 2.4 billion by 2034. The U.S. government has been investing heavily in upgrading forensic technology and expanding laboratory facilities to support enhanced criminal investigations. Such investments are expected to accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge DNA forensic technologies across the country. Additionally, initiatives focused on resolving cold cases and minimizing backlogs in forensic labs are intensifying the demand for DNA forensics solutions. Law enforcement agencies increasingly prioritize DNA evidence as a tool to revisit unsolved cases, further contributing to market growth.
CHAPTER 1 METHODOLOGY AND SCOPE
1.1 Market scope and definitions
1.2 Research design
1.2.1 Research approach
1.2.2 Data collection methods
1.3 Base estimates and calculations
1.3.1 Base year calculation
1.3.2 Key trends for market estimation
1.4 Forecast model
1.5 Primary research and validation
1.5.1 Primary sources
1.5.2 Data mining sources
CHAPTER 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1 Industry 360° Synopsis
CHAPTER 3 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Industry impact forces
3.2.1 Growth drivers
3.2.1.1 Government initiatives and funds for forensic programs
3.2.1.2 Technological advancements in paternity and familial testing
3.2.1.3 Increasing criminal activities
3.2.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
3.2.2.1 High cost of equipment
3.2.2.2 Dearth of skilled professional in developing countries
3.3 Number of forensic labs, by prominent countries
3.4 Growth potential analysis
3.5 Regulatory landscape
3.5.1 U.S.
3.5.2 Canada
3.5.3 Germany
3.5.4 UK
3.5.5 France
3.5.6 Italy
3.5.7 Spain
3.5.8 China
3.5.9 Japan
3.5.10 India
3.5.11 Brazil
3.5.12 Mexico
3.6 Porter’s analysis
3.7 PESTEL analysis
CHAPTER 4 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE, 2024
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Company matrix analysis
4.4 Competitive analysis of major market players
4.5 Competitive positioning matrix
4.6 Strategy dashboard
CHAPTER 5 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY SOLUTION, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Kits
5.3 Analyzers and sequencers
5.4 Software
5.4.1 LIMS
5.4.2 Other software types
5.5 Consumables
CHAPTER 6 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY METHOD, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Capillary electrophoresis (CE)
6.3 Next generation sequencing (NGS)
6.4 PCR amplification
6.5 Other methods
CHAPTER 7 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY APPLICATION, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 Criminal testing
7.3 Paternity and familial testing
CHAPTER 8 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY REGION, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 North America
8.2.1 U.S.
8.2.2 Canada
8.3 Europe
8.3.1 Germany
8.3.2 UK
8.3.3 France
8.3.4 Italy
8.3.5 Spain
8.4 Asia Pacific
8.4.1 China
8.4.2 Japan
8.4.3 India
8.4.4 Australia
8.5 Latin America
8.5.1 Brazil
8.5.2 Mexico
8.6 Middle East and Africa
8.6.1 Saudi Arabia
8.6.2 South Africa
CHAPTER 9 COMPANY PROFILES
9.1 Abbott Laboratories
9.2 Bio-Rad Laboratories
9.3 Danaher Corporation
9.4 GORDIZ
9.5 Illumina
9.6 Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings
9.7 LabVantage Solution
9.8 LabWare
9.9 Promega Corporation
9.10 Qiagen
9.11 Thermo Fisher Scientific
9.12 VERISIS
1.1 Market scope and definitions
1.2 Research design
1.2.1 Research approach
1.2.2 Data collection methods
1.3 Base estimates and calculations
1.3.1 Base year calculation
1.3.2 Key trends for market estimation
1.4 Forecast model
1.5 Primary research and validation
1.5.1 Primary sources
1.5.2 Data mining sources
CHAPTER 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1 Industry 360° Synopsis
CHAPTER 3 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Industry impact forces
3.2.1 Growth drivers
3.2.1.1 Government initiatives and funds for forensic programs
3.2.1.2 Technological advancements in paternity and familial testing
3.2.1.3 Increasing criminal activities
3.2.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
3.2.2.1 High cost of equipment
3.2.2.2 Dearth of skilled professional in developing countries
3.3 Number of forensic labs, by prominent countries
3.4 Growth potential analysis
3.5 Regulatory landscape
3.5.1 U.S.
3.5.2 Canada
3.5.3 Germany
3.5.4 UK
3.5.5 France
3.5.6 Italy
3.5.7 Spain
3.5.8 China
3.5.9 Japan
3.5.10 India
3.5.11 Brazil
3.5.12 Mexico
3.6 Porter’s analysis
3.7 PESTEL analysis
CHAPTER 4 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE, 2024
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Company matrix analysis
4.4 Competitive analysis of major market players
4.5 Competitive positioning matrix
4.6 Strategy dashboard
CHAPTER 5 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY SOLUTION, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Kits
5.3 Analyzers and sequencers
5.4 Software
5.4.1 LIMS
5.4.2 Other software types
5.5 Consumables
CHAPTER 6 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY METHOD, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Capillary electrophoresis (CE)
6.3 Next generation sequencing (NGS)
6.4 PCR amplification
6.5 Other methods
CHAPTER 7 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY APPLICATION, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 Criminal testing
7.3 Paternity and familial testing
CHAPTER 8 MARKET ESTIMATES AND FORECAST, BY REGION, 2021 – 2034 ($ MN)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 North America
8.2.1 U.S.
8.2.2 Canada
8.3 Europe
8.3.1 Germany
8.3.2 UK
8.3.3 France
8.3.4 Italy
8.3.5 Spain
8.4 Asia Pacific
8.4.1 China
8.4.2 Japan
8.4.3 India
8.4.4 Australia
8.5 Latin America
8.5.1 Brazil
8.5.2 Mexico
8.6 Middle East and Africa
8.6.1 Saudi Arabia
8.6.2 South Africa
CHAPTER 9 COMPANY PROFILES
9.1 Abbott Laboratories
9.2 Bio-Rad Laboratories
9.3 Danaher Corporation
9.4 GORDIZ
9.5 Illumina
9.6 Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings
9.7 LabVantage Solution
9.8 LabWare
9.9 Promega Corporation
9.10 Qiagen
9.11 Thermo Fisher Scientific
9.12 VERISIS
