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Digital Pathology Market Analysis, Market Size, Forecasts, 2015 To 2025

The global Digital Pathology Market is expected to experience brisk growth over the forecast period owing to a rapid increase in cancer cases. Benefits such as easy consultation and accurate results are estimated to support the growth of the market.

Digital pathology is an image-based data system linked with computer technology, which manages information produced from a digital slide. It is also referred to as virtual microscopy that involves capturing, managing, analyzing, and interpreting digital data from a glass slide. The process includes generating glass slides and converting them to digital slides by using digital solutions such as scanning. A digital slide image document is then generated that allows high-resolution image viewing, analysis, and interpretation

These devices can be easily transported from one place to another, which makes their implementation in several clinics & healthcare centers easier and simpler. Moreover, rising awareness regarding benefits of the procedure is anticipated to stoke the growth of the market. Demand for drug innovation and development is likely to positively impact the industry over the coming years. Besides this, technological advancements and development of companion equipment are projected to supplement the growth of the market.

Its ability to augment work efficiency and understanding and handling ease is poised to motivate its usage for health-related decision making. Superior characteristics such as easy transportation and high system efficiency help doctors and other healthcare professional to diagnose disorders even in isolated regions within the body. This system helps real-time decision making and provides effective workflow.

Several advantages such as cost reduction after its implementation, high reliability in decision making, fast & accurate test results, and efficiency in analysis are expected to fuel its demand over the forecast period. Cost reduction is achieved by minimizing data and slide delivery cost and by reducing procedure costs.

Stringent government rules and regulation are estimated to hamper the growth of the market over the forecast period as its implementation requires proper approval. Conservative attitudes towards usage of such systems and dependency on alternative methods for pathology test are anticipated to limit the market from realizing its utmost potential. Huge cost and massive initial investments are anticipated to have a negative impact on the growth of the market.

Some of the major challenges faced by the market are issues related to interoperability and industry standardization as formats mostly differ from region to region. On the other hand, affordable scanners for private pathology learning are likely to shape the future of the market. Penetrating into new applications such as biopharmaceuticals and drug toxicology study is projected to open new avenues for industry participants.


Scanners, digital pathology information management systems, information storage devices, visualizing software, image analysis platform, web-based communication mode, and cloud-based delivery systems are some of the common products used for digital pathology. There are several application areas for this market, which can be mainly classified into human pathology and animal pathology.

Human pathology includes pharmaceuticals & biotechnology companies, training & education, hospitals, academic laboratory centers, and reference laboratories. On the other hand, animal pathology includes government and academic research institutes, biotechnology & pharmaceuticals companies, and contract research organizations.

Developed regions such as North America and Europe are at the forefront of the market. These regions will continue to account for a sizeable share in the market over the forecast period. The growth of the market in North America can be attributed to constant R&D initiatives along with product innovation leading to better product development.

Emerging regions such as Asia Pacific are poised to witness significant demand for this system over the forecast period. The region is expected to rise at a lucrative CAGR over the forecast period due to increasing awareness regarding advantages of digital pathology. Developing countries such as Brazil, China, and India are estimated to be sights of high growth rates in the global arena.

The digital pathology market is highly cost intensive and requires heavy initial investment for installation purpose. Market participants are investing heavily in research and development initiatives to have a competitive advantage over their contemporaries and develop novel products. Prominent industry participants include 3dhistech Ltd.; Aurora Interactive Ltd.; Definiens AG; Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.; Indica Labs, Inc.; Leica Biosystems, Gmbh; Mikroscan Technologies, Inc.; Huron Technologies International, Inc.; Objective Pathology Services Ltd.; Xifin, Inc.; Pixcelldata Ltd.; Ventana Medical Systems, Inc.; ApolloPacs, Inc.; Corista LLC; Digipath, Inc.; Kanteron Systems; Ligolab, LLC; Nikon Instruments, Inc.; Omnyx; LLC ;Pathol Ltd.; Sunquest Information Systems, Inc.; and Visiopharm.


Cellulose Acetate Market to Reach 820.04 Thousand Tons By 2024

The global Cellulose Acetate Market to reach 820.04 thousand tons by 2024, driven by the increasing consumption of cigarettes in developing nations and growth in the textile industry. Cellulose acetate tow is used as a filter in the cigarette buds. Cigarette filters are used to cut down the overall tar and nicotine content during cigarette consumption.

Growing use of cellulose acetate tow in the cigarettes is anticipated to boost the market for cellulose acetate. Asia Pacific dominated the global cellulose acetate market in 2016 with the market share of 51.79% and is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. The region is projected to continue its dominance due to the prevailing cigarette consumption rate in countries such as Indonesia and China. Rising awareness about the ill effects of smoking and relative growth in electronic cigarette market is projected to slow the demand for cellulose acetate tow in North America and Europe.



Cellulose acetate is used in many applications such as textile & apparel, cigarette filters, tapes and labels, photographic films, extrusion & molding. Cigarette filter is the largest application by segment accounting for around 80% of the market in 2016. Cigarette filter segment is expected to dominate the market over the forecast period owing to increasing demand for low tar filters worldwide. The textile industry uses this filament in the manufacturing of garments. The textile & apparel application segment is estimated to grow because of the strong growth of textile industry in developing nations such as China and India. Cellulose acetate is also used in making protection films which are utilized in liquid crystal displays, spectacle frames, and plastic handles. It has become popular as an eco-friendly plastic which is not harmful to skin and health. Biodegradable and renewable nature of cellulose acetate is anticipated to boost the demand over the forecast period.

Active companies in the market are adopting the strategy of merger & acquisition. For instance, in 2016, Solvay signed a definitive agreement to acquire Eastman’s stake in their joint venture – Primester – and becoming its sole owner.


Hexa Research has segmented the global cellulose acetate market based on product, application and region:

Segmentation by Product, 2014 - 2024 (USD Million)
• Cellulose Acetate Tow
• Cellulose Acetate Filament

Segmentation by Application, 2014 - 2024 (USD Million)
• Cigarette Filters
• Textile & Apparel
• Photographic Films
• Tapes & Labels
• Extrusion & Molding
• Others

Segmentation by Region, 2014 - 2024 (USD Million)
• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Central & South America
• Middle East & Africa

Key players analyzed:
• Daicel Corporation
• Eastman Chemical Company
• Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation
• Solvay
• SK chemicals
• Rayonier Advanced Materials
• Tembec.com
• Sappi
• Borregaard
• Celanese Corporation


Phenol Market to Grow $31.73 Billion by 2025

The global Phenol Market is anticipated to reach USD 31.73 billion by 2025, driven by the rising demand for derivatives such as epoxy resins, polycarbonates, nylon, phenolic resins, detergents and pharmaceuticals. These derivatives are important intermediates for manufacturing an extensive range of industrial products and are expected to boost the market over the forecast period.

Asia Pacific had the highest market share in terms of revenue and volume and is expected to maintain its position over the forecast period. Furthermore, China and India have been driving the regional market owing to the increased consumption of the derivatives, produced from phenol to manufacture industrial products. Asia Pacific market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% over the projected period. Europe and North America are likely to grow at a steady state as a result of stringent government norms to use this product as it is toxic and harmful to the environment.



Bisphenol-A dominated the market accounting for 48.8% of the volume share in 2016. It is one of the major derivatives used to produce polycarbonates and epoxy resins. Moreover, growing importance in the use of sustainable energy owing to rising crude oil prices is expected to drive the demand for epoxy resins. These are thermosets that have an exclusive blend of chemical resistance, toughness and strong adhesion. It is used as a coating application in wind turbine rotor blades, electrical equipment, steel pipes and metal cans & containers.

However, phenolic resins are the fastest growing segment in terms of both volume and revenue share. These are synthetic polymers and are used for making molded products such as laboratory countertops, billiard balls and as adhesives & coatings which are anticipated to fuel the market over the forecast period.

There is a huge competition among the established players and companies have to comply with environmental regulations implemented by the EPA and European Commission. The presence of a stringent regulatory framework is expected to increase the entry barriers for new players.

The majority of the companies in the field enter into a joint venture agreement with other manufacturers and distributors to expand its presence and meet the requires demand in the particular regions. The leading players operating in the phenol market include INEOS Phenol, Mitsui Chemicals, Aditya Birla Chemicals, PTT Phenol, CEPSA Quimica, Shell Chemical, LG Chem, Honeywell Resins & Chemicals, Shandong Sheng Quan Chemicals Co. Ltd., and SABIC Innovative Plastics.


Hexa Research has segmented the global phenol market based on end-use and region:

Segmentation by end use, 2014 - 2025 (Kilo Tons) (USD Million)
• Bisphenol-A
• Phenolic resins
• Caprolactam
• Others

Segmentation by region, 2014 - 2025 (Kilo Tons) (USD Million)
• North America
    • U.S.
• Europe
   • Russia
• Asia Pacific
   • China
   • India
• Central & South America
   • Brazil
• Middle East & Africa

Key players analyzed
• INEOS Phenol
• Mitsui Chemicals
• Aditya Birla Chemicals
• PTT Phenol
• CEPSA Quimica
• Shell Chemical
• LG Chem
• Honeywell Resins & Chemicals
• Shandong Sheng Quan Chemicals Co. Ltd
• SABIC Innovative Plastics.


Global Halal Food Market Size Value $2.55 Trillion by 2024

The Global Halal Food Market is anticipated to reach USD 2.55 trillion by 2024 driven by the rising demand for the consumption of halal meat which is healthy and made in a hygienic manner. The growing awareness of halal food and its positioning as hygienic and healthy food among both Muslim and non-Muslim community is expected to drive the demand over the forecast period.

Asia Pacific has the highest market share in terms of revenue and is projected to maintain its dominance in the market over the forecast period. Increasing Muslim population and the growing awareness among consumers in Asia Pacific countries such as Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, Indonesia, Singapore, and the Philippines are expected to drive the market over the forecast period.




The absence of a uniform halal standard across countries makes it challenging for vendors to get their products halal certified. Besides, the market is fragmented in nature, which makes it further challenging for multiple vendors to operate in different countries. In the market, there is also a need for an oversight on the halal food industry considering the halal meat scandals in Europe and North America regions.

Processed food & beverages dominated the market in 2016 and are expected to maintain its leading position over the forecast period as well. Food & beverages segment was followed by bakery products segments and confectionary segments. Over the forecast period, bakery products segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.6% with an increasing demand for ready to eat and packaged bakery products such as cookies, doughnuts, savoury pastries, pretzels, biscuits and cakes.

The market is fragmented with the presence of many international and domestic vendors. Vendors in the market are focusing on product quality and geographical expansion globally. Vendors are also registering themselves with halal certification organisations.

Some of the leading players operating in the halal food market are Al Islami Foods, QL Foods, Saffron Road Food, Dagang Halal, Janan Meat, Kawan Foods, Cargill, Prima Agri-Products, Nestle and Cleone Foods. Over the past few years, fast food chains such as KFC and McDonalds have started providing halal certified products to widen their customer base.


Hexa Research has segmented the global halal food market based on application and region:

Segmentation by application, 2014 - 2024 (USD Billion)
• Processed food & beverages
• Bakery products
• Confectionary

Segmentation by region, 2014 - 2024 (USD Billion)
• North America
    • U.S.
• Europe
    • UK
• Asia Pacific
    • China
    • India
• Middle East
    • Saudi Arabia
• Africa

Key players analyzed:
• Al Islami Foods
• QL Foods
• Saffron Road Food
• Dagang Halal
• Janan Meat.
• Kawan Foods
• Cargill
• Prima Agri-Products
• Nestle
• Cleone Foods

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U.S. Medical Cannabis Market Size worth $19.48 Billion By 2024

The U.S. medical cannabis market is expected to be valued at USD 19.48 billion by 2024, driven by its numerous medical benefits particularly by patients suffering from cancer, chronic pain and diabetes. Favorable regulatory environment across numerous states including California and Colorado is expected to fuel the growth of the market over the next few years.
Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act implemented in 2015 permits the cultivation and use of cannabis dispensaries at the state and local level which has been one of key drivers to fuel the U.S market. The rising number of states receiving approval to utilize cannabis for consumption in medical cases is expected to be one of the crucial factors to upsurge the demand for medical marijuana over the forecast period.

U.S. Medical Cannabis Market

Over the past few decades, there have been several controversies surrounding legalization of cannabis for medical purposes; however, increasing signs of medical benefits received from the consumption of cannabis has resulted in the herb being legalized across various states in the nation. The industry is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period owing to greater consumer acceptance along with an increasing number of companies entering the market.

The symptoms and conditions that can be treated by the herb include cancer, arthritis, epilepsy, nausea, pain Alzheimer’s disease, anorexia, AIDS, HIV, glaucoma, cachexia, Crohn’s disease, migraines, and multiple sclerosis. Chronic pain accounted for 46% of the U.S. cannabis medical market share in 2016. The ability of medical marijuana to curb pain is expected to gain popularity among patients diagnosed with chronic illnesses and pain.


In 2016, solid edibles segment dominated the U.S market generating revenues worth USD 2.47 billion and is expected to continue dominating the industry over the forecast period. The future product innovation and potential growth are substantial owing to continuous development from the consumption of cannabis infused products owing to their numerous applications including lotions, bath salts, shampoo, lip balm, toothpaste, coffee pods, baked brownies cookies, candy, confectioneries, beverages, vinegar and oils.

California is known to be the first state in U.S. that legalized cannabis for medical purpose. In 2016, California recorded the highest revenue generation and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13% over the projected period. Over the next few years, more number of state governments are expected to legalize cannabis owing to its numerous benefits which will fuel its growth over the projected period.

Hexa Research has segmented the U.S. medical cannabis market based on usage, consumption and state:

Segmentation by usage, 2014 - 2024 (USD Million)
• Chronic Pain
• Arthritis
• Migraine
• Cancer
• Others

Segmentation by consumption, 2014 - 2024 (USD Million)
• Solid Edibles
• Inhalation
• Liquid Edibles
• Topical

Segmentation by state, 2014 - 2024 (USD Million)
• California
• Colorado
• Washington
• Arizona
• Michigan

Key players analyzed
• American Cannabis
• Canopy Growth Corporation
• Greengro Technologies
• Medical Marijuana Inc.
• United Cannabis
• Terra Tech Corp.
• Mentor Capital, Inc
• Cannabis Sativa, Inc.
• GBSciences, Inc.
• The Green Solution


About Us:
Hexa Research is a market research and consulting organization, offering industry reports, custom research and consulting services to a host of key industries across the globe. We offer comprehensive business intelligence in the form of industry reports which help our clients obtain clarity about their business environment and enable them to undertake strategic growth initiatives.

Contact Us:
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Hexa Research
Felton Office Plaza
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Felton, California 95018
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Phone: +1-800-489-3075


Animal Feed Additives Market is projected to reach $21.9 Billion By 2022

Global animal feed additives market size was estimated at USD 16 billion in 2014. Growing meat consumption as a key protein source, especially in Asia Pacific and Latin America is expected to be a key driver for market demand over the forecast period. Increased focus on product innovation, resulting in high R&D spending is expected to provide new growth opportunities to industry participants.

High degree of regulatory intervention in developed markets of North America and Europe, coupled with raw material supply issues are expected to challenge product growth over the next seven years. Asia Pacific and LATAM animal feed additive markets, which are comparatively less regulated, are expected to reach USD 7.2 billion and USD 2 billion by 2022, respectively.

With frequent regulatory updates and increasing R&D spending, the global feed additive industry is constantly evolving. In recent times, there has been a significant increase in mergers, acquisitions and partnerships among market participants, in order to enhance product portfolio, gain access to regional markets and to avail synergetic benefits, As a result, we have witnessed companies increasing their presence across the value chain by integrating and diversifying their product portfolio.


Key report insights suggest:

§  Global animal feed additives market was valued at USD 16 billion in 2014 and is expected to reach USD 21.9 billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 4% from 2015 to 2022.

§  Poultry feed additives dominate the market, with revenue estimated at USD 6.1 billion in 2014 and expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2015 to 2022. Aquaculture feed additives market is expected to reach USD 1.29 billion by 2022, with an estimated CAGR of 4.2% over the next seven years.

§  Amino acids accounted for over 30% of global demand in 2014, with revenue estimated to reach USD 8 billion by 2022. The demand for feed enzymes and acidifiers is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% and 6.5% from 2015 to 2022, respectively.

§  North America and Europe together accounted for over 55% of the global revenue in 2014 and are expected to witness marginal gains over the forecast period, owing to regulatory constraints and raw material issues.

§  Asia Pacific animal feed additive market was dominated by India and China, together accounting for around 70% of overall regional revenue in 2014. Brazil dominated the LATAM market similarly, accounting for 80% of total revenue in the same year.

§  The global industry is significantly concentrated and displays oligopolistic characteristics. Key companies in the market include integrated players such as DSM, Evonik, and BASF along with specialists such as Danisco, Elanco, Cargill Novozymes, Kemin, Novus etc.

HexaResearch has segmented the animal feed additives market on the basis of product, application and region for this report:

Global Animal Feed Additives, By Product (Revenue, USD Million, 2012 - 2022)

- Antibiotics
- Vitamins
   - Vitamin A
   - Vitamin E
   - Vitamin B
   - Vitamin C
   - Other Vitamins
- Antioxidants
- Amino Acids
   - Lysine
   - Methionine
   - Threonine
   - Tryptophan
   - Other Amino Acids
- Feed Enzymes
   - Phytase
   - Non Starch Polysaccharides & Other
- Feed Acidifiers

Global Animal Feed Additives, By Application (Revenue, USD Million, 2012 - 2022)

- Pork/Swine
- Poultry
- Cattle
- Aquaculture
- Other

Global Animal Feed Additives, By Region (Revenue, USD Million, 2012 - 2022)

- North America
   - U.S.
- Europe
   - Germany
   - Italy
   - UK
- Asia Pacific
   - China
   - India
   - Japan
- Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- LATAM (Latin America)
   - Brazil


About Us:
Hexa Research is a market research and consulting organization, offering industry reports, custom research and consulting services to a host of key industries across the globe. We offer comprehensive business intelligence in the form of industry reports which help our clients obtain clarity about their business environment and enable them to undertake strategic growth initiatives.

Contact Us:
Ryan Shaw
Hexa Research
Felton Office Plaza
6265 Highway 9
Felton, California 95018
United States
Phone: +1-800-489-3075

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