Global market for over-the-counter (OTC) drugs to reach nearly $190 billion by 2018

Analgesics, antipyretics, gastrointestinal products, dermatology products, ophthalmic products, dental products, first aid supplies, and smoking cessation products are among the leading therapeutic categories sold over the counter. Spread throughout more than 80 countries, OTC medicines and dietary supplements make up a multibillion-dollar business. This market is expected to grow at a significant rate for the foreseeable future.

BCC Research provides an in-depth analysis of the global  over-the-counter drugs market through its report Over-the-Counter Drugs and Dietary Supplements: Global Markets. According to the report, this market was valued at nearly $129 billion in 2012 and is estimated at nearly $143 billion for 2013. BCC Research projects the market to grow to nearly $190 billion by 2018, and register a five-year compound annual growth rate of 5.9% from 2013 to 2018.

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• Gain an overview of the global market for OTC drugs and dietary supplements.
• Analyze global market trends, with data from 2012 and 2013, and projections of CAGRs through 2018.
• Assess information about how pharmacies affect the OTC drug market.
• Evaluate updates on the latest merger and acquisition activity.
• Review comprehensive company profiles of major players in the industry.

 

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Global markets for enhanced oil recovery technologies to reach nearly $34.4 billion by 2018

According to BCC Research, enhanced oil recovery technologies currently support about 5% of global oil production and are an increasingly important foundation for continued global oil industry development. Along with advanced extraction technologies such as hydrofracture, EOR technologies are becoming increasingly significant to global oil production because their application increase or revive oil recovery at reserves or oilfields depleted of more easily recoverable oil.
 
BCC Research provides a comprehensive analysis of the global market for EOR technologies through its report, Enhanced Oil Recovery: Technologies and Global Markets. As per the report, the global EOR technology market was valued at $21 billion in 2012 and is estimated at $22.6 billion in 2013. BCC Research projects the market to reach $34.4 billion in 2018, and register a five-year compound annual growth rate of 8.8% for the period 2013 to 2018.

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• Gain an overview of the global market for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) technologies that are implemented to recover crude oil from reservoirs after primary and secondary recovery methods have ceased to be productive.
• Analyze the global market trends, with data from 2010, 2011 and 2012, estimates for 2013, and projections of CAGRs through 2018.
• Identify the various EOR products and components, such as injection pumps, wellheads, specialized well tubing, chemical feeder systems, air separation units, gas compressors, blowers, steam generators, specialized storage vessels, and various other equipment and facilities.
• Discuss the most recent government, industry, and academic data regarding the amount of oil that can be potentially extracted via EOR.
• Examine the role of government in support of EOR technologies worldwide, including regulatory support, government requirements, and promotional incentives for various EOR technologies.

SAMPLE FIGURE

GLOBAL ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY MARKET BY REGION, 2010-2018

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Global market for microfiltration membranes to reach $2.6 billion by 2018

Membrane filtration and separation technologies have undergone significant technological advances in recent decades. This progress has revolutionized numerous industrial processes from biotechnology development to purification of municipal water supply. Stringent government regulations, environmental concern, consumer demand, and the need to replace aging or outdated existing equipment will shape growth in this market over the next five years.

BCC Research provides an in-depth analysis of the global microfiltration membranes market through its report Global Market for Membrane Microfiltration. According to the report, this global market is estimated at $1.6 billion in 2013. BCC Research projects the market to grow to $2.6 billion by 2018, and register a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10% from 2013 to 2018.

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• Gain an overview of the global market for MF membrane products, including modules, capsules, cartridges, and cassettes.
• Analyze global market trends, with data from 2010, estimates for 2013, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2018.
• Examine MF membrane products by the major applications of the technology, including food and beverage processing, biopharmaceuticals manufacture, potable water production, wastewater treatment, industrial processes, and semiconductor fabrication.
• Evaluate statistics on markets, applications, industry structure, and dynamics along with technological developments.
• Assess pricing considerations, R&D, government regulations, and competitive technologies.
• Review a comprehensive company profiles of major players in the industry. 

SAMPLE FIGURE

VALUE OF THE GLOBAL MARKET FOR MF MEMBRANES, 1990-2018

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Global market for surgical equipment to reach nearly $8.2 billion by 2018

The surgical equipment market is demonstrating significant technological innovations such as surgical robotics, the introduction of powered surgical tools and a focus on minimally invasive procedures. The market is dominated by hand tools and time-saving innovations have been introduced with the adoption of powered tools. This market has been highly sensitive to the economic downturn, which has led to reduced hospital budgets; however, it is rebounding rapidly. Increased healthcare spending, improving standards of living, and longer life expectancies will drive significant growth in this market for the foreseeable future.                                          

BCC Research provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for general surgical equipment through its report Surgical Equipment: Technologies and Global Markets. According to the report, this market was valued at nearly $4.1 billion in 2012 and was estimated at $5 billion for 2013. BCC Research expects the market to grow to nearly $8.2 billion by 2018, and register a five-year compound annual growth rate of 10.3% from 2013 to 2018.

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• Gain an overview of the global market for surgical equipment, which is undergoing significant changes with technology innovations such as surgical robotics, the introduction of powered surgical tools, and a significant focus on minimally invasive procedures.
• Analyze global market trends, with data from 2012, estimates for 2013, and projections of CAGRs for the period of 2013 to 2018.
• Assess a breakdown of general, OB-GYN, arthroscopy, laparoscopy, and other categories of surgical instruments.
• Evaluate the market by supply chain, technology, geography, and by usability of equipment, such as disposable and reusable.
• Review comprehensive company profiles of major players in the industry.
  

 

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Global markets for preservation, packaging, and shelf life extenders to reach $520.9 billion by 2017

Food safety and preservation are the key aspects fueling the booming food and beverage industry. Rising consumer demand for fresh, healthy food is driving processors toward new techniques, such as smart packaging, encapsulation, irradiation, and thermal processing to provide the desired levels of safety, freshness, and extended shelf life. Increasing consumer spending resulting from an improving economy, increased R&D spending, environmental concerns, and tighter trade regulations will continue to drive growth in this market for the foreseeable future.

BCC Research provides an in-depth analysis of the global preservation, packaging, and shelf life extenders market through its report Global Markets for Controlled Intelligent Packaging, Preservation and Shelf-Life Extension for Food and Beverages. According to the report, this market was valued at $428.1 billion in 2011 and reached $442.3 billion in 2012. BCC Research projects the market to grow to $520.9 billion by 2017, and register a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.3% from 2012 to 2017.

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• Gain an overview of the global preservatives and shelf-life extension market in foods and beverages.
• Analyze global market trends, with historical data from 2011 and 2012, and projections of CAGRs through 2017.
• Understand preservatives, packaging, encapsulation, chilling and thermal processing irradiation, as well as traditional preservation methods.
• Assess a breakdown of the latest trends and developments in the industry.
• Review comprehensive company profiles of the major players in the industry.

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