| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| CAGR | 8.50 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Female Contraceptive Market Analysis
The Female Contraceptive Market is expected to register a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the growth of the studied market in its initial phase owing to the disruption in the supply chains of contraceptives. For instance, according to an article published in March 2022 in Contraception and Reproductive Medicine, it was observed that the use of long-acting contraceptives decreased with implants by 76%, intrauterine systems by 79%, and intrauterine devices by 76% during the initial phase of a pandemic. Also, according to United Nations Population Fund's data published in March 2021, the COVID-19 epidemic disrupted family planning services for an estimated 12 million women, resulting in 1.4 million unplanned pregnancies. However, the market has gradually increased in the last few years due to rising awareness regarding contraception use and access to the same in the later period of the pandemic.
Certain factors that are propelling the market growth are increasing incidences of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), increasing rates of unintended pregnancies, and rising government initiatives.
The number of unwanted pregnancies is increasing globally, and it is a matter of serious concern all around the world. For instance, according to the United Nations Population Fund, in March 2022, unintended pregnancies accounted for about half of all pregnancies worldwide, with 121 million occurring each year. As per the same source, over 60% of unplanned pregnancies end in abortion, with an estimated 45% of all abortions being unsafe, resulting in 5%-13% of all maternal fatalities, putting the world's capacity to meet the "Sustainable Development Goals" at risk. Additionally, according to the article published in the BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth 2021 by Nebamallika Dahingia, unintended pregnancies affect approximately 85 million women worldwide, with India accounting for more than 1 in every 7 of these cases. In addition, as per the same source, Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state (population of approximately 200 million), has twice the unwanted fertility rate as compared to the rest of the country. Thus, the rising number of unintended pregnancies is expected to boost the female contraceptive market over the forecast period.
In addition, the rising prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases among the population is expected to increase market growth. For instance, as per the data published by the WHO in November 2021, more than 1.0 million sexually transmitted infections are acquired every day globally and most of them are asymptomatic. It also reported that every year there are an estimated 374.0 million new infections with 1 out of 4 sexually transmitted infections including gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis, and syphilis. Thus, the high burden of sexually transmitted diseases is expected to increase the demand for contraception to avoid getting diseases, thereby propelling the market growth.
Furthermore, the strategic initiatives by market players also contribute to market growth. For instance, in December 2021, Gedeon Richter Unite Kingdom Ltd became a marketing authorization holder (MAH) for Evra, a once-weekly transdermal contraceptive patch for women of fertile age in the United Kingdom. Such authorizations are expected to propel the availability of contraceptive devices in the country during the forecast period.
Therefore, owing to the aforesaid factors such as the high burden of STDs and rising launches, the studied market is expected to grow during the forecast period. However, the high cost of devices and treatment and side effects associated with the use of contraceptive drugs and devices are likely to restrain the market growth over the forecast period.
Female Contraceptive Market Trends
Sub-dermal Contraceptive Implants Segment is Expected to Register a Healthy Growth Over the Forecast Period
The sub-dermal contraceptive implants segment is expected to witness significant growth in the female contraceptive market owing to the factors such as rising unwanted pregnancies, high clinical effectiveness, and high adoption rate among the population.
The increasing company focus on adopting various business strategies such as product launches, mergers and acquisitions, and company spin-offs are likely to boost the growth of the market over the forecast period. For instance, in June 2021, Merck spun off Organon to make it an independent Women's Health company. The company will operate in women's healthcare with a portfolio of contraceptive and fertility brands, dermatology, respiratory, and bone health products. Also, in April 2022, ProMed Pharma initiated a preclinical evaluation of a novel, fully resorbable contraceptive implant after getting funds from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
In addition, in January 2022, Organon reported the public listings for NEXPLANON (etonogestrel extended-release subdermal implant) in Ontario (Ontario Drug Benefit Program), British Columbia (BC PharmaCare), and Nova Scotia (Nova Scotia PharmaCare). Nexplanon is a progestin-only hormonal implant used to prevent pregnancy for up to three years. Similarly, in November 2021, Organon announced the public listings for NEXPLANON (etonogestrel extended-release subdermal implant) in Quebec under the Régie de l'assurance Maladie du Québec (RAMQ).
Thus, the above mentioned factors are likely to increase the sub-dermal implant segment growth over the forecast period.
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North America is Expected to Hold a Significant Market Share Over The Forecast Period
North America is expected to hold a significant market share in the female contraceptive market over the forecast period owing to the factors such as the rising cases of unwanted pregnancies, the presence of sophisticated healthcare infrastructure, the high adoption rate of contraceptive drugs and devices, and the rising number of government initiatives.
The government initiatives and subsidies provided to the citizens for contraceptive treatment and devices are expected to boost the market growth during the forecast period. For instance, according to an article published in September 2022 in BMC Health Journal, access to emergency contraception (EC) to prevent unintended pregnancy is subsidized by the government in Canada. The drug, ulipristal acetate (UPA-EC), is more clinically effective and cost-effective than the prior standard levonorgestrel (LNG-EC) funded in Quebec. Such support initiatives are expected to boost the demand for contraceptives, which is further projected to expand market growth.
Several organizations are also engaged in the implementation of strategic initiatives in the country. For instance, as per the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation data published in 2022, the foundation is aiming to offer USD 280 million per year from 2021 to 2030 for developing new and improved contraceptive technologies, support family planning programs that reflect the preferences of local communities, and enable women and girls to be in control of their contraceptive care.
Also, the rising launches of contraceptives are further expected to boost the market growth, For instance, in April 2021, the United States FDA approved Mayne Pharma's NEXTSTELLIS (3 mg drospirenone and 14.2 mg estetrol tablets) for the prevention of pregnancy.
Thus, the rising government initiatives and launches and approvals by market players are anticipated to boost the adoption of contraceptive drugs and devices among the female population, thereby boosting the market growth.
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Female Contraceptive Industry Overview
The female contraceptive market is fragmented and competitive. As the concern of unwanted pregnancy is rising in various countries across the globe, there is a great opportunity for companies to grab a significant market share. The companies are focusing on entering the market with cost-effective drugs or devices and these companies may pose a strong competition to the current market players. Some of the major players in the market are Bayer AG, Pfizer Inc, Merck & Co, Inc., Teva Pharmaceuticals, Agile Therapeutics, Johnson and Johnson, and Fuji Latex Co. Ltd.
Female Contraceptive Market Leaders
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Bayer AG
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Pfizer Inc
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Teva Pharmaceuticals
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Agile Therapeutics
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Organon
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Female Contraceptive Market News
- In November 2022, Lupin received approval from the US FDA for its abbreviated new drug application (ANDA), Drospirenone Tablets in 4 mg, used to prevent pregnancy, in the United States.
- In July 2022, Organon entered into a research collaboration and exclusive license agreement with Denmark's Cirqle Biomedical for a novel investigational non-hormonal, on-demand contraceptive candidate.
Female Contraceptive Industry Segmentation
As per the scope of the report, contraception is defined as the intentional prevention of conception through the use of various devices, sexual practices, chemicals, drugs, or surgical procedures to prevent a woman from becoming pregnant. These devices and drugs function by acting as a physical barrier between the sperm and ovum or by changing the mechanism of ovulation. The Female Contraceptive Market is segmented by Contraceptive Drugs (Oral Contraceptives, Topical Contraceptives, Contraceptive Injections, Spermicides), Devices (Female Condoms, Diaphragms and Caps, Vaginal Rings, Contraceptive Sponges, Sub-dermal Contraceptive Implants, Intra-Uterine Contraceptive Devices (IUCDs) and Other Devices), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, and South America). The market report also covers the estimated market sizes and trends for 17 different countries across major regions, globally. The report offers the value (in USD million) for the above segments.
| By Contraceptive Drugs | Oral Contraceptives | Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill | |
| Other Oral Contraceptive Drugs | |||
| Contraceptive Injections | |||
| Topical Contraceptives | |||
| Spermicides | |||
| By Device | Female Condoms | ||
| Diaphragms and Caps | |||
| Vaginal Rings | |||
| Contraceptive Sponges | |||
| Sub-dermal Contraceptive Implants | |||
| Intra Uterine Contraceptive Devices (IUCDs) | Copper IUCDs | ||
| Hormonal IUCDs | |||
| Other Devices | |||
| Geography | North America | United States | |
| Canada | |||
| Mexico | |||
| Europe | Germany | ||
| United Kingdom | |||
| France | |||
| Italy | |||
| Spain | |||
| Rest of Europe | |||
| Asia-Pacific | China | ||
| Japan | |||
| India | |||
| Australia | |||
| South Korea | |||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |||
| Middle East and Africa | GCC | ||
| South Africa | |||
| Rest of Middle East and Africa | |||
| South America | Brazil | ||
| Argentina | |||
| Rest of South America | |||
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Female Contraceptive Market Research FAQs
What is the current Global Female Contraceptive Market size?
The Global Female Contraceptive Market is projected to register a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period (2025-2030)
Who are the key players in Global Female Contraceptive Market?
Bayer AG, Pfizer Inc, Teva Pharmaceuticals, Agile Therapeutics and Organon are the major companies operating in the Global Female Contraceptive Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Global Female Contraceptive Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Global Female Contraceptive Market?
In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Global Female Contraceptive Market.
What years does this Global Female Contraceptive Market cover?
The report covers the Global Female Contraceptive Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Global Female Contraceptive Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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