Human Identification Market

Human Identification Market Overview:

The global human identification market size reached USD 2.1 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 5.3 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 10.17% during 2025-2033. There are various factors that are driving the market, which include rising applications in healthcare and personal genomics, increasing crime rates and terrorism activities, and integration of advanced technologies like fingerprinting and facial recognition.

Human Identification Market Analysis:

• Major Market Drivers: The global market is experiencing moderate growth, driven by the rising focus on data protection and favorable government initiatives like funds for research and development (R&D) activities.
• Key Market Trends: The increasing crime rates and terrorism activities and the integration of advanced technologies are main trends in the market. 
• Geographical Trends: North America exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the biggest market share owing to the presence of a well-established forensic infrastructure with numerous state-of-the-art forensic laboratories and research institutions.
• Competitive Landscape: Some of the major market players in the human identification industry are Abbott Laboratories, Agilent Technologies Inc., Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., Eurofins Scientific, Hamilton Company, Illumina Inc., Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, PerkinElmer Inc., Promega Corporation, Qiagen N.V., Siemens AG, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., among many others.
• Challenges and Opportunities: Privacy and ethical concerns represent a key market challenge. Nonetheless, the rising adoption of cloud-based solutions for remote access, secure data storage, and real time analysis, coupled with the increasing focus on improving security and surveillance systems, is projected to overcome these challenges and offer recent market opportunities.

Human Identification Market Trends:

Growing Applications in Healthcare and Personal Genomics

As per the research report of the IMARC Group, the global genomics market size reached US$ 33.9 Billion in 2023. Growing applications in healthcare and personal genomics are increasingly influencing the market by broadening the scope of how identification technologies are used. In healthcare, these technologies play a crucial role in personalizing patient care through genetic testing and analysis. Healthcare providers can identify specific genetic markers that indicate susceptibility to certain diseases, responses to medications, or potential health risks by analyzing the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) of an individual. This genetic information allows for more tailored treatment plans, improves patient outcomes, and reduces adverse drug reactions. Furthermore, the growing need to screen for genetic disorders among individuals is offering a favorable human identification market outlook.

Rising Crime Rates and Terrorism

The increasing crime rates across the globe are catalyzing the demand for human identification. Law enforcement and security agencies require advanced tools to identify suspects, solve crimes, and prevent terrorist activities quickly and accurately. Technologies like DNA profiling, fingerprint analysis, facial recognition, and iris scanning are vital in these efforts. There is a rise in the focus on creating secure environments and enhancing public safety. Human identification technologies allow for quick verification of identities at checkpoints, border controls, and critical infrastructures like airports, government buildings, and public events. Apart from this, the rising focus on preventing unauthorized access, tracking known offenders, and ensuring that suspects are swiftly apprehended are showing human identification market dynamics. In addition, top players in the market are engaging in partnerships to lower various crime rates around the world. For instance, on 9 January 2023, QIAGEN completed the acquisition of Verogen, a leader in the use of next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies to drive the future of human identification and forensic investigation. Verogen is based in San Diego that supports the global human identification community with NGS tools and professional services to help resolve criminal and missing-persons cases.

Integration of Advanced Technologies

Advancements in the human identification market include DNA analysis, fingerprinting, and facial recognition. Moreover, next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology offers a greater resolution of genetic data and enables a more thorough examination of genetic material than conventional techniques. Algorithms that can analyze more complicated patterns are improved, which benefits automated fingerprint identification systems (AFIS) and increases accuracy rates. Furthermore, live scan technology speeds up matching prints against databases by facilitating the instantaneous capture and digital transfer of fingerprints. Additionally, contemporary facial recognition algorithms can evaluate and compare facial features accurately even in difficult circumstances like dim lighting or partial obstructions. Besides this, companies are concentrating on launching cutting-edge products that expedite the identifying procedure. For instance, Promega Corporation introduced the PowerPlex® 35GY System on January 31, 2023. This innovative eight-color DNA analysis kit is designed to assist forensic laboratories in extracting more information from their most difficult samples.

Human Identification Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product & service, technology, application, and end user.

Breakup by Product & Service:

• Instruments
• Assay Kits and Reagents
• Software and Services
   

Assay kits and reagents account for the majority of the market share

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product & service. This includes instruments, assay kits and reagents, and software and services. According to the report, assay kits and reagents represented the largest segment.

Assay kits and reagents are utilized in many identification techniques such as protein assays, ribonucleic acid (RNA) analysis, and DNA profiling. Their adaptability renders them invaluable in medical facilities, police enforcement agencies, forensic labs, and research institutes. Certain reagents that can manage sophisticated and high-throughput analyses are needed for new innovations like fast DNA technology and next-generation sequencing (NGS). As a result, there is an increase in the demand for premium and specialty reagents and kits made for these cutting-edge applications.

Breakup by Technology:

• Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
• Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Nucleic Acid Purification and Extraction
• Capillary Electrophoresis
• Rapid DNA Analysis
• Others
   

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) holds the largest share of the industry

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the technology have also been provided in the report. This includes polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next generation sequencing (NGS), nucleic acid purification and extraction, capillary electrophoresis, rapid DNA analysis, and others. According to the report, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) accounts for the largest market share.

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is highly sensitive and can detect minute quantities of DNA. Because of its remarkable capacity to amplify particular areas of DNA, it is a vital technique for precise human identification that allow forensic experts to identify individuals from small or tampered samples. PCR can be applied in many different fields including research, genetic disease screening, forensic analysis, and paternity testing because of its versatility. Furthermore, PCR is not only used for amplifying DNA but also for detecting RNA in various diagnostic and research contexts.

Breakup by Application:

• Forensic Applications
• Paternity Testing
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes forensic applications, paternity testing, and others.

Forensic applications are essential in solving crimes by identifying suspects and linking them to crime scenes through DNA profiling, fingerprint analysis, and other biometric techniques. As crime rates increase and forensic science advances, the demand for reliable human identification technologies grows. In situations of mass casualties or disasters, forensic technologies play a crucial role in identifying victims.

For legal objectives such as child custody battles, inheritance claims, and immigration challenges, paternity testing is necessary. Personal uses for it include settling family conflicts and establishing biological links. In addition, paternity testing is becoming more widely available and user-friendly because of the advancement of faster, non-invasive, and more accurate DNA testing techniques. 

Breakup by End User:

• Forensic Laboratories
• Research Centers, Academic and Government Institutes
   

Forensic laboratories exhibit a clear dominance in the market 

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user have also been provided in the report. This includes forensic laboratories and research centers, academic and government institutes. According to the report, forensic laboratories account for the largest market share.

Analysis of evidence gathered from crime scenes including DNA, fingerprints, blood samples, hair, and other biological components requires the use of forensic laboratories. These laboratories provide in-depth analyses to pinpoint suspects, validate victim identities, and supply vital proof for court proceedings. The market is growing because of the rising need for sophisticated forensic methods to solve crimes and produce reliable court results. Additionally, sophisticated technologies like automatic fingerprint identification systems (AFIS) and sophisticated chemical analysis techniques are available in modern forensic labs.

Breakup by Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
   

North America leads the market, accounting for the largest human identification market share

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America represents the largest regional market for human identification.

North America, particularly the United States, has a well-established forensic infrastructure with numerous state-of-the-art forensic laboratories and research institutions. These facilities have latest technologies in DNA analysis, fingerprinting, facial recognition, and other biometric identification methods. The region also has a well-defined regulatory framework for forensic science and human identification technologies. Besides this, companies in the region are getting approvals from regulatory bodies, which is propelling the marker growth. For instance, QIAGEN reported on June 20, 2023, that the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), approved ForenSeq® MainstAY. This makes it possible for authorized forensic DNA laboratories to process DNA casework samples and compare the resulting profiles to the 20 million offender profiles in the U.S. National DNA Index System (NDIS) CODIS database, which is used by law enforcement agencies around the country to assist in the resolution of criminal cases.

Competitive Landscape:

• The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the major market players in the human identification industry include Abbott Laboratories, Agilent Technologies Inc., Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., Eurofins Scientific, Hamilton Company, Illumina Inc., Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, PerkinElmer Inc., Promega Corporation, Qiagen N.V., Siemens AG, and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
  
  (Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)
   
• Leading companies are investing in R&D activities to create advanced identification technologies, engaging in partnerships, and expanding their product portfolio, which is providing human identification market overview. To keep a competitive edge in the market, these companies are creating new products with improved accuracy, speed, and ease of use. Additionally, many companies are expanding their capabilities and market reach via strategic acquisitions and partnerships. Acquiring specialized forensic companies or forming alliances with technology firms allows these companies to integrate new technologies and expertise into their existing portfolios. For example, Janssen Research & Development, LLC (Janssen) and Illumina Inc., a world leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, signed a contract on January 5, 2024. This partnership will be the first in relation to the creation of Illumina's innovative whole-genome sequencing (WGS) multi-cancer research solution, the molecular residual disease (MRD) assay that detects circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to better understand the persistence or recurrence of disease following clinical intervention.

Human Identification Market News:

• 4 June 2024: Illumina Inc., a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, announced that it has completed integration of its latest chemistry, XLEAP-SBS™, into all reagents for its NextSeq™ 1000 and NextSeq 2000 next-generation sequencing (NGS) instruments. XLEAP-SBS chemistry on NextSeq 1000/2000 will enable labs to perform bigger NGS projects without raising the budget and facilitate greater adoption of multiomic approaches. 
• 8 July 2024: QIAGEN announced a partnership with the Snow Molecular Anthropology Lab at the University of Montana in the fields of human identification and forensics. The partnership focuses forensic services for missing and murdered indigenous people (MMIP) and unidentified human remains (UHRs) using DNA technologies like NGS and forensic investigative genetic genealogy (FIGG).

Human Identification Market Report Scope:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the global human identification market performed so far, and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What are the drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the global market?
• What is the impact of each driver, restraint, and opportunity on the global market?
• What are the key regional markets?
• Which countries represent the most attractive market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the product & service?
• Which is the most attractive product & service in the market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the technology?
• Which is the most attractive technology in the market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the application?
• Which is the most attractive application in the market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the end user?
• Which is the most attractive end user in the market?
• What is the competitive structure of the market?
• Who are the key players/companies in the global human identification market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the global market.
• The study maps the leading, as well as the fastest-growing, regional markets. It further enables stakeholders to identify the key country-level markets within each region.
• Porter's five forces analysis assists stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the human identification industry and its attractiveness.
• The competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides insight into the current positions of key players in the market.