Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Report – Research, Industry Analysis Reports and Market Demands

Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Market 2026 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2032

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Table of Content

1 Market Overview

1.1 Product Overview and Scope
1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
1.3 Market Analysis by Materials
- 1.3.1 Overview: Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Materials: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.3.2 Polystyrene (PS)
- 1.3.3 Polypropylene (PP)
- 1.3.4 Polyethylene (PE)
- 1.3.5 Other
1.4 Market Analysis by Application
- 1.4.1 Overview: Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Application: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.4.2 Life Sciences
- 1.4.3 Chemistry & Analytical
- 1.4.4 Clinical & Medical Diagnostics
- 1.4.5 Environmental & Food Testing
- 1.4.6 Industrial & Materials R&D
- 1.4.7 Others
1.5 Market Analysis by Products
- 1.5.1 Overview: Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Products: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.5.2 Pipette (Dropper)
- 1.5.3 Petri Dish
- 1.5.4 Beaker
- 1.5.5 Bottle
- 1.5.6 Flask
- 1.5.7 Tube
- 1.5.8 Spot Plate
- 1.5.9 Other
1.6 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Size & Forecast
- 1.6.1 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value (2021 & 2025 & 2032)
- 1.6.2 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity (2021-2032)
- 1.6.3 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Average Price (2021-2032)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

3 Competitive Environment: Laboratory Plastic Wares by Manufacturer

3.1 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
3.2 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Revenue by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
3.3 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Average Price by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
3.4 Market Share Analysis (2025)
- 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Laboratory Plastic Wares by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2025
- 3.4.2 Top 3 Laboratory Plastic Wares Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
- 3.4.3 Top 6 Laboratory Plastic Wares Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
3.5 Laboratory Plastic Wares Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
- 3.5.1 Laboratory Plastic Wares Market: Region Footprint
- 3.5.2 Laboratory Plastic Wares Market: Company Product Type Footprint
- 3.5.3 Laboratory Plastic Wares Market: Company Product Application Footprint
3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

4.1 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Size by Region
- 4.1.1 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
- 4.1.2 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
- 4.1.3 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Average Price by Region (2021-2032)
4.2 North America Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.3 Europe Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.4 Asia-Pacific Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.5 South America Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.6 Middle East & Africa Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value (2021-2032)

5 Market Segment by Materials

5.1 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Materials (2021-2032)
5.2 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Materials (2021-2032)
5.3 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Average Price by Materials (2021-2032)

6 Market Segment by Products

6.1 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Products (2021-2032)
6.2 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Products (2021-2032)
6.3 Global Laboratory Plastic Wares Average Price by Products (2021-2032)

7 North America

7.1 North America Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Materials (2021-2032)
7.2 North America Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Products (2021-2032)
7.3 North America Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Size by Country
- 7.3.1 North America Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 7.3.2 North America Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

8 Europe

8.1 Europe Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Materials (2021-2032)
8.2 Europe Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Products (2021-2032)
8.3 Europe Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Size by Country
- 8.3.1 Europe Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 8.3.2 Europe Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

9 Asia-Pacific

9.1 Asia-Pacific Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Materials (2021-2032)
9.2 Asia-Pacific Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Products (2021-2032)
9.3 Asia-Pacific Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Size by Region
- 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
- 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
- 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

10 South America

10.1 South America Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Materials (2021-2032)
10.2 South America Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Products (2021-2032)
10.3 South America Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Size by Country
- 10.3.1 South America Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 10.3.2 South America Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

11 Middle East & Africa

11.1 Middle East & Africa Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Materials (2021-2032)
11.2 Middle East & Africa Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Products (2021-2032)
11.3 Middle East & Africa Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Size by Country
- 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Laboratory Plastic Wares Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Laboratory Plastic Wares Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

12 Market Dynamics

12.1 Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Drivers
12.2 Laboratory Plastic Wares Market Restraints
12.3 Laboratory Plastic Wares Trends Analysis
12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
- 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

13.1 Raw Material of Laboratory Plastic Wares and Key Manufacturers
13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Laboratory Plastic Wares
13.3 Laboratory Plastic Wares Production Process
13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

14.1 Sales Channel
- 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
- 14.1.2 Distributors
14.2 Laboratory Plastic Wares Typical Distributors
14.3 Laboratory Plastic Wares Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

16 Appendix

16.1 Methodology
16.2 Research Process and Data Source

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Laboratory Plastic Wares market size was valued at US$ 7552 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 11350 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 6.1% during review period.
Laboratory plastic wares are specialized consumables designed to meet the rigorous requirements of modern laboratories across multiple industries, including life sciences, chemistry, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical research. These products are primarily fabricated from high-quality polymers such as polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), polycarbonate (PC), and polyethylene (PE), offering resistance to chemical corrosion, thermal stability, and enhanced durability compared to traditional glassware. The term encompasses a wide array of items including pipettes, beakers, Petri dishes, bottles, flasks, tubes, and spot plates, all tailored to specific laboratory protocols and experimental precision. In 2024, global production reached approximately 11,300 million units, with an average global market price of around 600 USD per thousand units, reflecting both the high utility and standardized industrial demand for these products. The continuous evolution of laboratory practices, particularly the shift toward high-throughput and automated systems, has significantly influenced the adoption and innovation within the laboratory plastic wares market.
Market Growth Factors
The global laboratory plastic wares market growth is primarily driven by the expansion of biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and clinical diagnostics sectors. According to the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFPMA), global pharmaceutical R&D expenditure reached USD 213 billion in 2023, pushing the demand for reliable laboratory consumables. Furthermore, the rise of life sciences research, particularly in genomics, proteomics, and molecular biology, has increased the need for precise, disposable plastic products such as pipettes and microcentrifuge tubes. The growing trend of automation and high-throughput screening in research laboratories has further amplified the use of standardized plastic wares, as they are compatible with robotic handling systems, reducing cross-contamination risks and improving workflow efficiency. Additionally, the increasing emphasis on laboratory safety and contamination control, driven by guidelines from organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has strengthened the preference for disposable and single-use plastic laboratory products.
Market Restraints
Despite strong demand, the laboratory plastic wares market faces several constraints. Environmental concerns over plastic waste have intensified regulatory scrutiny in regions such as the European Union, where the EU Plastics Strategy encourages the reduction of single-use plastics in laboratory applications, potentially increasing operational costs for manufacturers. Furthermore, fluctuations in raw material prices, especially polypropylene and polystyrene, can affect profit margins, with the International Energy Agency (IEA) reporting a 7% global increase in polymer feedstock prices during 2023. The presence of glassware as a reusable alternative in academic and low-budget laboratories also restricts market expansion, particularly in emerging economies. Additionally, stringent quality requirements for clinical and diagnostic applications necessitate advanced production technologies and certifications, which may act as barriers to entry for small-scale manufacturers.
Key Market Opportunities
Significant opportunities exist for innovation and market expansion within laboratory plastic wares. The rising adoption of microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip technologies in diagnostics and life sciences presents potential for specialized plastic consumables designed for high-precision applications. In addition, increasing investment in public health infrastructure, particularly in emerging economies across Asia-Pacific and LAMEA, creates growing demand for disposable laboratory consumables in clinical and diagnostic laboratories. Manufacturers that focus on sustainable materials, including biodegradable or recycled polymers, are likely to capture a competitive advantage, aligning with global environmental initiatives. Furthermore, the integration of digital monitoring and traceability features, such as barcoding and RFID-enabled plastic labware, can enhance laboratory workflow efficiency and reduce errors, providing value-added differentiation in a competitive market.
Regional Analysis
North America: The North American market, characterized by a 5.9% CAGR, is largely driven by the United States, which accounts for a substantial portion of global laboratory R&D expenditure. The region benefits from advanced healthcare infrastructure, widespread adoption of automation, and stringent regulatory compliance that encourages the use of high-quality disposable plastic wares. According to the National Science Foundation (NSF), U.S. academic and industrial laboratory spending exceeded USD 85 billion in 2023, providing a stable demand base.
Asia-Pacific: Exhibiting a 6.6% CAGR, Asia-Pacific represents the fastest-growing region, driven by China, India, and Japan. Rapid expansion of pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology research, and academic laboratories is fueling demand for cost-effective, standardized plastic wares. Government initiatives, such as China’s 14th Five-Year Plan for biotech development, have accelerated investments in laboratory infrastructure.
Europe: European demand is influenced by strict environmental regulations and high laboratory standards. The adoption of automation and compliance with ISO and CE standards is pushing manufacturers to develop high-quality, durable plastic consumables. Germany, France, and the UK dominate the market in terms of production and consumption.
LAMEA: In Latin America, Middle East, and Africa, demand is emerging steadily due to increasing investments in healthcare, life sciences research, and clinical laboratories. Countries such as Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa are witnessing infrastructure development in public health and diagnostics, contributing to incremental growth in disposable laboratory plastic wares consumption.
Product Type Insights
Pipettes remain a key product category due to their essential role in precise liquid handling, particularly in life sciences and clinical laboratories. Petri dishes are predominantly used in microbiology and cell culture applications, with polystyrene variants preferred for sterility and optical clarity. Beakers and flasks serve chemistry and analytical applications, where thermal and chemical resistance is critical. Bottles and tubes cater to sample storage, reagent dispensing, and fluid transfer, with polypropylene and high-density polyethylene ensuring durability and chemical compatibility. Spot plates, often used in reaction screening and qualitative analysis, benefit from disposable plastic formats that minimize contamination risks. Other products, including specialized reservoirs and multi-well plates, are gaining traction in high-throughput screening and automated systems. Across regions, Asia-Pacific shows strong preference for cost-efficient pipettes and Petri dishes, while North America and Europe demand premium-quality, high-precision flasks and tubes.
Application Insights
Life sciences applications, including genomics, proteomics, and cellular biology research, constitute a major segment, accounting for over 40% of laboratory plastic wares consumption globally. Disposable pipettes, microcentrifuge tubes, and multi-well plates are heavily utilized to ensure contamination-free experimental workflows. Chemistry and analytical laboratories use beakers, flasks, and spot plates for synthesis, titration, and qualitative analyses, with polymer selection critical for solvent resistance and thermal stability. Clinical and medical diagnostics represent a rapidly growing application area, driven by increased laboratory testing and point-of-care diagnostics. According to the World Health Organization, global clinical diagnostic test volumes reached 28 billion tests in 2023, stimulating demand for sterile, disposable plastic consumables. Other applications include food testing, environmental analysis, and educational laboratories, where standardized, cost-effective plasticware solutions are increasingly preferred. Leading manufacturers driving innovation and product availability in this market include Corning, Kartell, BRAND, VITLAB, Thermo Fisher Scientific, SPL Life Sciences, Sanplatec Corporation, and DWK Life Sciences Company, each offering extensive portfolios tailored to application-specific requirements.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Laboratory Plastic Wares market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Materials and by Products. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Laboratory Plastic Wares market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2021-2032
Global Laboratory Plastic Wares market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2021-2032
Global Laboratory Plastic Wares market size and forecasts, by Materials and by Products, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2021-2032
Global Laboratory Plastic Wares market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and ASP (USD/Unit), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Laboratory Plastic Wares
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Laboratory Plastic Wares market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Corning, Kartell, BRAND, VITLAB, Thermo Fisher Scientific, SPL life sciences, Sanplatec Corporation, DWK Life Sciences Company, Sarstedt, Greiner Bio-One, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Laboratory Plastic Wares market is split by Materials and by Products. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Materials, and by Products in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Materials
Polystyrene (PS)
Polypropylene (PP)
Polyethylene (PE)
Other
Market segment by Application
Life Sciences
Chemistry & Analytical
Clinical & Medical Diagnostics
Environmental & Food Testing
Industrial & Materials R&D
Others
Market segment by Products
Pipette (Dropper)
Petri Dish
Beaker
Bottle
Flask
Tube
Spot Plate
Other
Major players covered
Corning
Kartell
BRAND
VITLAB
Thermo Fisher Scientific
SPL life sciences
Sanplatec Corporation
DWK Life Sciences Company
Sarstedt
Greiner Bio-One
WATSON Bio Lab
VWR
Sorfa
Nest
Guangzhou Jet Bio-Filtration
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Laboratory Plastic Wares product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Laboratory Plastic Wares, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Laboratory Plastic Wares from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Laboratory Plastic Wares competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Laboratory Plastic Wares breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Materials and by Products, with sales market share and growth rate by Materials, by Products, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Laboratory Plastic Wares market forecast, by regions, by Materials, and by Products, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Laboratory Plastic Wares.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Laboratory Plastic Wares sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

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