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mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market

Author: Debadatta Patel - Senior Consultant, Report ID - DS1804001, Published - July 2025

Segmented in Process (Transcription, Purification, Formulation, Fill & Finish, Other Process), Product (Modified mRNA, Unmodified mRNA, Self-Amplifying mRNA), Application , End User and Regions - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2033

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mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Outlook

mRNA production and processing have become a game changer, in the field of biotechnology with uses such as in vaccines and gene therapy applications. The market for production and processing was worth USD 791.5 million in 2023 and is projected to see substantial growth to reach USD 1 billion by 2030 and USD 1.3 billion by 2035 due, to a compound growth rate of around 4.1%.


The production and creation of mRNA play a role, in the field of biotechnology as a whole. Given its ability to scale efficiently and accurately while being bio-compatible mRNA technology provides an powerful foundation for developing therapies and vaccines. This innovative approach allows cells to generate proteins that have the potential to combat or stop illnesses such as cancer, inherited conditions and infectious ailments


Market Size Forecast & Key Insights

2018
$791M2023
2028
$1.2B2033

Absolute Growth Opportunity = $391M

The mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market is projected to grow from $791.5 million in 2023 to $1.18 billion in 2033. This represents a CAGR of 4.1%, reflecting rising demand across Vaccines, Cancer Immunotherapy and Gene Editing .

The mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market is set to add $391 million between 2023 and 2033, with manufacturer targeting Purification & Formulation Process projected to gain a larger market share.

With Vaccination demand, and Personalized medicine, mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market to expand 49% between 2023 and 2033.

Opportunities in the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market

Gene Editing Advancements

The driven advancements of Novel mRNA in editing offers possibilities for treating diseases

Oncology Breakthroughs and Global Vaccine Development

Exploring the potential of mRNA, in cancer immunotherapy presents market prospects for companies specializing in precision medicine

Governments are focusing more on preparing for pandemics. There is an increasing need for mRNA technologies to develop vaccines in short development time

Growth Opportunities in North America and Asia-Pacific

Asia Pacific Outlook

The Asia Pacific region is becoming a developing area, in the MRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market as countries such as China, South Korea and India are investing more in biotechnology and healthcare infrastructure. The presence of companies like Samsung Biologics in the market forming partnerships strategically to enhance regional manufacturing capabilities. Despite this growth pricing continues to be more competitive than in North America with an emphasis placed on making treatments affordable and accessible.

With the focus on cost effectiveness, in the Asia Pacific area is driving growth opportunities as various manufacturers enhance their production capacities to meet both domestic & global demand

North America Outlook

In North America MRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market is thriving due to its research environment and presence of established pharmaceutical companies that have been quick to adopt mRNA vaccines in the face of the COVID pandemic. Key industry players such as Moderna and Pfizer have established themselves as leaders in the region by utilizing cutting edge Synthesizing technologies and securing contracts.The higher pricing, in this region is a reflection of the demand and specialized manufacturing skills here.

In North Americas business environment is fiercely competitive with investments in research and development enabling companies to uphold their leading positions in the market landscape. This trend is predicted to fuel growth as companies venture into new mRNA applications 

North America Outlook

In North America MRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market is thriving due to its research environment and presence of established pharmaceutical companies that have been quick to adopt mRNA vaccines in the face of the COVID pandemic. Key industry players such as Moderna and Pfizer have established themselves as leaders in the region by utilizing cutting edge Synthesizing technologies and securing contracts.The higher pricing, in this region is a reflection of the demand and specialized manufacturing skills here.

In North Americas business environment is fiercely competitive with investments in research and development enabling companies to uphold their leading positions in the market landscape. This trend is predicted to fuel growth as companies venture into new mRNA applications 

Asia-Pacific Outlook

The Asia Pacific region is becoming a developing area, in the MRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market as countries such as China, South Korea and India are investing more in biotechnology and healthcare infrastructure. The presence of companies like Samsung Biologics in the market forming partnerships strategically to enhance regional manufacturing capabilities. Despite this growth pricing continues to be more competitive than in North America with an emphasis placed on making treatments affordable and accessible.

With the focus on cost effectiveness, in the Asia Pacific area is driving growth opportunities as various manufacturers enhance their production capacities to meet both domestic & global demand

Growth Opportunities in North America and Asia-Pacific

Established and Emerging Market's Growth Trend 2024–2033

1

Major Markets : U.S., Germany, China, U.K., Japan are expected to grow at 2.9% to 3.8% CAGR

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Emerging Markets : India, Brazil, South Korea are expected to grow at 4.5% to 5.7% CAGR

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Recent Developments and Technological Advancement

July 2023

Arcturus Therapeutics has started conducting Phase 3 studies for its mRNA based treatment targeting fibrosis

March 2023

Moderna has revealed its intentions to construct a production plant in the United Kingdom as part of its efforts to enhance its manufacturing capabilities

January 2023

The collaboration between Pfizer and BioNTech aims to increase the manufacturing of mRNA vaccines for new strains of COVID-19

These advancements indicate decisions made by leading companies to increase production capabilities and enter markets geographically

Impact of Industry Transitions on the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market

As a core segment of the Biotechnology industry, the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Precision Medicine and Bio-Manufacturing Automation have redefined priorities across the Biotechnology sector, influencing how the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.

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Precision Medicine:

The move towards precision medicine is changing mRNA applications significantly. This is especially evident in the fields of cancer treatment and gene therapies where personalized treatments are becoming more common

2

Bio-Manufacturing Automation:

The latest developments in bio-manufacturing automation are making the production of therapeutics efficient and cost effective. Additionally enhancing scalability throughout the sector

Global Events Shaping Future Growth

The chart below highlights how external events including emerging market developments, regulatory changes, and technological disruptions, have added another layer of complexity to the Biotechnology industry. These events have disrupted supply networks, changed consumption behavior, and reshaped growth patterns. Together with structural industry transitions, they demonstrate how changes within the Biotechnology industry cascade into the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market, setting the stage for its future growth trajectory.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

Driver: Vaccination Demand, and Technological Innovations

The rising necessity for vaccine creation in response to infectious diseases is also leading to a growing requirement, for expandable mRNA technologies
Progress in using lipid nanoparticle delivery systems is also improving the effectiveness of mRNA treatments and supporting development in research and commercial use
The increasing focus on personalized treatments in the field of oncology is also driving the advancement of tailored mRNA based therapies

Restraint: Manufacturing Complexity

The unique complexity of manufacturing mRNA poses obstacles when trying to expand production and adhere to guidelines

Challenge: High Production Costs

The widespread use of mRNA is restricted by the expenses associated with materials and the strict quality standards needed for production. This poses a challenge for its adoption in emerging markets

Supply Chain Landscape

Raw Material Suppliers

Nucleotides

Enzymes

mRNA Synthesizers

Pharmaceutical Companies

Contract Manufacturers

Packaging & Distribution Partners
End-User
Healthcare / Biotech / Research Institutions
Raw Material Suppliers

Nucleotides

Enzymes

mRNA Synthesizers

Pharmaceutical Companies

Contract Manufacturers

Packaging & Distribution Partners
End-User

Healthcare

Biotech

Research Institutions

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Leading Providers and Their Strategies

ApplicationIndustryLeading ProvidersStrategies
Vaccine Development
Pharmaceutical
BioNTech, Moderna, Pfizer
Focusing on large-scale manufacturing capacity and partnerships with governments for global vaccine rollouts
Therapeutics
Biotechnology
CureVac, Arcturus Therapeutics, Translate Bio
Developing next-gen mRNA-based therapies for rare diseases and oncology
Diagnostics
Healthcare Diagnostics
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Agilent Technologies
Emphasizing innovation in diagnostic kits using mRNA technology to enhance accuracy and speed
Preclinical Research
Academic & Research Institutions
Merck, GSK, Lonza
Investing in research collaborations and preclinical mRNA synthesis to discover novel therapeutic applications

Elevate your strategic vision with in-depth analysis of key applications, leading market players, and their strategies. The report analyzes industry leaders' views and statements on the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market's present and future growth.

Our research is created following strict editorial standards. See our Editorial Policy

Applications of mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing in Vaccines, Cancer Immunotherapy and Gene Editing

Vaccines

The swift progress and triumph of mRNA vaccines, in the context of the COVID 19 crisis have clearly demonstrated their effectiveness in delivering adaptable solutions to combat illnesses. Pioneering companies such as Pfizer and Moderna utilize mRNAs capacity to provoke responses promptly

Cancer Immunotherapy

Vaccines, for cancer that are based on mRNA are a focus of healthcare as they aim to target specific mutations in tumors effectively. BioNTech is at the forefront of creating vaccines that help the body's immune system fight against cancer cells—a step forward, in treating cancer

Gene Editing

Researchers can leverage mRNA in CRISPR driven gene editing to ensure manipulation of genes, for addressing mutations effectively and with accuracy. Companies like CRISPR Therapeutics and Editas Medicine are, at the forefront of advancing mRNA based tools to enhance the efficiency and specificity of gene therapy applications

Mrna Synthesis & Manufacturing vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

These Alternatives specially Recombinant Vaccines has experienced a rapid growth as detailed in our latest report.

mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing
  • Protein-based Vaccines /
  • Recombinant Vaccines
    High scalability and speed
    Customizable therapeutic design
    Slower production cycles for protein-based vaccines
    Limited flexibility with older therapeutic modalities

Mrna Synthesis & Manufacturing vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing

  • High scalability and speed
  • Customizable therapeutic design

Protein-based Vaccines / Recombinant Vaccines

  • Slower production cycles for protein-based vaccines
  • Limited flexibility with older therapeutic modalities

These Alternatives specially Recombinant Vaccines has experienced a rapid growth as detailed in our latest report.

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Research Methodology

This market research methodology defines the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market scope, gathers reliable data, and validates findings using integrated primary and secondary research. Our systematic framework ensures precise market sizing, growth trend analysis, and competitive benchmarking.


Secondary Research Approach


We begin secondary research by defining the targeted market at Country and Regional levels. As part of the Biotechnology ecosystem, we analyze mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing across Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology Institutes, and Applications. Our team gathers data systematically from country level ministerial sources, industry associations & federations, trade databases, company annual & quarterly reports and other credential sources, enabling us to map global and regional market size, pricing trends, regulatory standards, and technology advancements.


Key Sources Referenced:


We benchmark competitors such as Moderna, BioNTech, and Pfizer by reviewing company financial statements, and regulatory filings. Our secondary insights identify key market drivers and constraints, forming the analytical foundation for primary research.


Primary Research Methods


We conduct structured interviews and surveys with industry stakeholders, including Raw Material Suppliers , mRNA Synthesizers , and Packaging & Distribution Partners . Our geographic coverage spans Americas (40%), Europe (30%), Asia-Pacific (25%) and Middle East & Africa (5%). Our online surveys generally achieve a response rate of above 65%, and telephone interviews yield 60%, resulting in above 92% confidence level with a ±7% margin of error.


Through targeted questionnaires and in-depth interviews, we capture purchase intent, adoption barriers, brand perception across Segment Type. We use interview guides to ensure consistency and anonymous survey options to mitigate response bias. These primary insights validate secondary findings and align market sizing with real-world conditions.


Market Engineering & Data Analysis Framework


Our data analysis framework integrates Top-Down, Bottom-Up, and Company Market Share approaches to estimate and project market size with precision.


Top-down & Bottom-Up Process


In Top-down approach, we disaggregate global Biotechnology revenues to estimate the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing segment, using historical growth patterns to set baseline trends. Simultaneously, in Bottom-up approach, we aggregate Country-Level Demand Data to derive regional and global forecasts, which provide granular consumption insights. By reconciling both approaches, we ensure statistical precision and cross-validation accuracy.


We evaluate the supply chain, spanning Raw Material Suppliers (Nucleotides, Enzymes), mRNA Synthesizers (Pharmaceutical Companies, Contract Manufacturers), and Packaging & Distribution Partners . Our parallel substitute analysis examines Protein-based Vaccines and Recombinant Vaccines, highlighting diversification opportunities and competitive risks.


Company Market Share & Benchmarking


We benchmark leading companies such as Moderna, BioNTech, and Pfizer, analyzing their capabilities in pricing, product features, technology adoption, and distribution reach. By assessing company-level revenues and product portfolios, we derive market share comparisons, clarifying competitive positioning and growth trajectories across the ecosystem.


Our integration of data triangulation, supply chain evaluation, and company benchmarking, supported by our proprietary Directional Superposition methodology enables us to deliver precise forecasts and actionable strategic insights into the mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing market.


Quality Assurance and Compliance


We cross-reference secondary data with primary inputs and external expert reviews to confirm consistency. Further, we use stratified sampling, anonymous surveys, third-party interviews, and time-based sampling to reduce bias and strengthen our results.


Our methodology is developed in alignment with ISO 20252 standards and ICC/ESOMAR guidelines for research ethics. The study methodology follows globally recognized frameworks such as ISO 20252 and ICC codes of practice.

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mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Data: Size, Segmentation & Growth Forecast

Report AttributeDetails
Market Value in 2024USD 824 million
Revenue Forecast in 2033USD 1.18 billion
Growth RateCAGR of 4.1% from 2024 to 2033
Base Year for Estimation2023
Industry Revenue 2023791 million
Growth OpportunityUSD 391 million
Historical Data2018 - 2022
Growth Projection / Forecast Period2024 - 2033
Market Size UnitsMarket Revenue in USD million and Industry Statistics
Market Size 2023791 million USD
Market Size 2026892 million USD
Market Size 2028967 million USD
Market Size 20301.05 billion USD
Market Size 20331.18 billion USD
Market Size 20351.28 billion USD
Report CoverageMarket revenue for past 5 years and forecast for future 10 years, Competitive Analysis & Company Market Share, Strategic Insights & trends
Segments CoveredProcess, Product, Application , End User
Regional scopeNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa
Country scopeU.S., Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, UAE and South Africa
Companies ProfiledModerna, BioNTech, Pfizer, CureVac, Arcturus Therapeutics, CRISPR Therapeutics, Translate Bio, Sangamo Therapeutics, AstraZeneca, Gilead Sciences, Lonza and MilliporeSigma
CustomizationFree customization at segment, region or country scope and direct contact with report analyst team for 10 to 20 working hours for any additional niche requirement which is almost equivalent to 10% of report value

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Table of Contents

Industry Insights Report - Table Of Contents

Chapter 1

Executive Summary

Major Markets & Their Performance - Statistical Snapshots

Chapter 2

Research Methodology

2.1Axioms & Postulates
2.2Market Introduction & Research MethodologyEstimation & Forecast Parameters / Major Databases & Sources
Chapter 3

Market Dynamics

3.1Market OverviewDrivers / Restraints / Opportunities / M4 Factors
3.2Market Trends
3.2.1Introduction & Narratives
3.2.2Market Trends - Impact Analysis(Short, Medium & Long Term Impacts)
3.3Supply Chain Analysis
3.4Porter's Five ForcesSuppliers & Buyers' Bargaining Power, Threat of Substitution & New Market Entrants, Competitive Rivalry
Chapter 4

mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Process

4.1Transcription
4.2Purification
4.3Formulation
4.4Fill & Finish
4.5Other Process
Chapter 5

mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Product

5.1Modified mRNA
5.2Unmodified mRNA
5.3Self-Amplifying mRNA
Chapter 6

mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Application

6.1Vaccines
6.2Therapeutics
6.3Cancer Immunotherapy
6.4Gene Editing
6.5Others
Chapter 7

mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by End User

7.1Pharmaceuticals
7.2Biotechnology Institutes
7.3
7.4Research Contract Manufacturing Organizations CMO
7.5Others
Chapter 8

mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market, by Region

8.1North America mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.1.1U.S.
8.1.2Canada
8.2Europe mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.2.1Germany
8.2.2France
8.2.3UK
8.2.4Italy
8.2.5The Netherlands
8.2.6Rest of EU
8.3Asia Pacific mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.3.1China
8.3.2Japan
8.3.3South Korea
8.3.4India
8.3.5Australia
8.3.6Thailand
8.3.7Rest of APAC
8.4Middle East & Africa mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.4.1Saudi Arabia
8.4.2United Arab Emirates
8.4.3South Africa
8.4.4Rest of MEA
8.5Latin America mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.5.1Brazil
8.5.2Mexico
8.5.3Rest of LA
8.6CIS mRNA Synthesis & Manufacturing Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.6.1Russia
8.6.2Rest of CIS
Chapter 9

Competitive Landscape

9.1Competitive Dashboard & Market Share Analysis
9.2Company Profiles (Overview, Financials, Developments, SWOT)
9.2.1Moderna
9.2.2BioNTech
9.2.3Pfizer
9.2.4CureVac
9.2.5Arcturus Therapeutics
9.2.6CRISPR Therapeutics
9.2.7Translate Bio
9.2.8Sangamo Therapeutics
9.2.9AstraZeneca
9.2.10Gilead Sciences
9.2.11Lonza
9.2.12MilliporeSigma