Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market

Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market Overview

The global cryogenic vials and tubes market is expected to increase at a growth rate of around ~5.5% to 6.5% during the forecast period. The rapid development of the healthcare facilities such as, hospitals and pharmaceutical companies in India is the factor bolstering the growth of the cryogenic vials and tubes market in Asia Pacific region.

Global Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market: Market Outlook

Cryogenic vials and tubes are the types of pharmaceutical packaging containers which are used to store biological samples at extreme low temperature, which can be as low as -196° C. The biological samples are stored or preserved with the help of liquid nitrogen, which can stand extreme temperatures without compromising the samples.

Cryogenic vials and tubes are constructed from non-mutagenic plastic resins, non-cytotoxic plastics and therefore are pyrogen free. Majority of the cryogenic vials and tubes have screw-style closure which helps the vials and tubes to stand extreme temperature and air pressure. Cryogenic vials and tubes have either external or internal threads which helps to maintain the concentration of the sample.

 Cryogenic tubes are also provided with the writing and marking area which can be used to identify the sample. Colour coding markers or caps on the cryogenic tubes are also used to identify the sample.

What are the Key Trends Impacting Growth of the Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market? 

The automated processing and dispensing of the multiple vials in parallel instead of manual processing and dispensing is increasing the quality and consistency of the cryogenic vials and tubes and also avoids occupational injuries.

The alternative vial dispensing systems which makes the use of peristaltic pumps to fill the vials which reduces the shear damage and regulates viability before and after freezing.

Therefore, the automated cryovial processing equipment not only decreases the manual work but also increases the quality of the biological sample packing in the cryogenic vials.

How is the Demand for Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Increasing as compared to the Centrifugal Tubes? 

Cryogenic vials and tubes are used to store the biological samples in the extreme lower temperature for the longer time. Centrifugal tubes cannot be used to store the sample for the longer time as they have the risk of breaking the vial or the tube.

Also, the cryogenic vials and tubes provide better stability to the biological sample especially RNA samples owing to the tight closure of the vial and stabilized storage of sample in the extreme low temperatures.

The tight closure of the vial or the tube restricts the evaporation of the biological sample from the container, which is mostly preferred over the centrifugal tubes. Unlike the centrifugal tubes, the cryogenic vials does not need to autoclave for the sterilization.

Cryogenic vials can be sterilized using the gamma radiations which are then packed in the tamper-proof and re-sealable safety-lock bags.

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What are the Key Challenges that may restrain the Growth of the Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market? 

The manufacturing of the cryogenic vials and tubes is a very sensitive process and needs the extra sensitive handling while storing the biological sample. The improper filling of liquid nitrogen gas can lead to generate the pressure during thawing in the cryogenic vial which can then lead to change the biological properties of the sample or may destroy the sample.

Also, if the liquid phase storage is necessary, the cryogenic heat shrink tubing is required to encase the cryogenic vial.

Competitive Landscape

The following global key players such as 

• Celltreat Scientific Products
• DWK LifeSciences Ltd.
• Globe Scientific Inc.
• Biosigma
• Merck KGaA
• Sterilab Services
• Corning Incorporated
• CAPP Denmark.

Key Asian players manufacturing cryogenic vials and tubes are

• Narang Medical Limited
• Plastic Labware India
• Moxcare Products Inc.
• Cole-Parmer Instrument Company
• and LLC. Jindal Medical & Scientific Instruments Company (Pvt.) Ltd.
• Hang Zhou Sunny Commodity Co.Ltd
• Plastx Labs
• Qingdao Sinoland International Trade Co.Ltd.
• Sumitomo Bakelite Co.Ltd.

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What Strategies are the Key Players Adopting for Increasing their Market Share in the Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market? 

The manufacturers involved in the expansion of the production facilities owing to the increased demand for the cryogenic vials and tubes. Also, some key manufacturers in the market are focused on the acquisitions of the small market players operating in the cryogenic vials and tubes in order to increase their presence and to enhance product development. 

In April 2021, Catalent, a global manufacturer of advanced pharmaceutical delivery technologies, expanded its manufacturing facility and capacity in drugs, cell and gene therapies, and consumer health products in Philadelphia.

In September 2020, DWK Life Sciences, a renowned manufacturer of laboratory glass and life science packaging materials announced the acquisition of Müller + Müller, a German pharmaceutical equipment manufacturer.

Why is India a Big Market for Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market?

The increasing rapid development of the healthcare facilities such as, hospitals and pharmaceutical companies in India is the factor bolstering the growth of the cryogenic vials and tubes market. Also, the presence of large number of small entrants and the key players involved in manufacturing of the cryogenic vials and tubes is a responsible factor soaring the growth of the cryogenic vials and tubes market.

Adding to, also the changing technologies and the innovations by emphasizing on research & development activities in India is acting as a boon towards the growth of the Cryogenic Vials and Tubes  market.

How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market?

The COVID-19 pandemic has positively affected the cryogenic vials and tubes market owing to upliftment in the healthcare sector where the specimen testing was done on an increased pace.

The vaccine which was manufactured by various pharmaceutical companies were transported and stored in the cryogenic vials and tubes. Therefore, there was an immense requirement for the cryogenic vials and tubes in the pandemic which uplifted the growth for cryogenic vials and tubes market.

Key Segments of Cryogenic Vials and Tubes Market Covered in the Report

Based on Material Type:

• Glass
• Plastic

Based on Product:

• Shaped bottom vials and tubes
• Bracket bottom vials and tubes
• Round bottom vials and tubes

Based on Thread:

• External vial thread
• Internal vial thread

Based on the Capacity:

• 0.2-0.5 ml
• 0.5-1.0 ml
• 1.0-5 ml

Based on the Region:

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• South Asia
• East Asia
• Oceania
• Middle East & Africa