Metformin Hydrochloride Price Trend Analysis 2026: Latest News, Price Drivers, Supply Demand Analysis, Historical Prices & Market Insights

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Metformin Hydrochloride, a widely used medication to treat type 2 diabetes, experienced downward wavering price trends during the third quarter of the year 2023. Asian countries, particularly India and China, are the firm bearers of global pharmaceutical requirements. Thus, the price trends here dictate the trends in the global pharma markets. The sluggishness in the metformin price trends was also mimicked in other major pharma markets in Europe and the USA. The primary reason for the downfall in metformin prices in India was the government’s intervention in regulating the prices of essential drugs.

were also capped in July’s regulation, which resulted in the gradual sliding of metformin prices in the Indian market. Since the international queries declined for the Chinese market, the metformin prices in China also reduced during the said period.

Europe

The European metformin market followed the Asian market trends during the discussed period of Q3’23. The primary reason behind the fall in metformin prices was the dimmed demands from the end consumer sector. Also, this depreciation in the metformin price graph reflected the European market’s dependence on cheap Asian exports. Overall, falling price trends were observed.

North America

The metformin prices in the American market replicated the dipping trends of the Asian and European markets. The feeble demands and the slowness in the global pharma market pushed the metformin price curve down in the region.

Analyst insight

According to Procurement Resource, Metformin Hydrochloride prices are expected to waver in a narrow range going forward, given the reduced international demand and the various price regulations introduced by the governments.

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About Metformin Hydrochloride

Metformin is an oral antidiabetic medication widely used to treat type 2 diabetes. It belongs to the biguanide class of drugs and helps control blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity and reducing glucose production in the liver. Metformin is known for its effectiveness, safety, and widespread use in diabetes management.

Metformin Hydrochloride Product Detail

HS Code
30049099
Chemical Formula

C4H11N5.HCl

CAS Number
1115-70-4
Molecular Weight
165.62 g/mol
Industrial Uses

Pharmaceuticals, Anti-diabetes drug, Healthcare Sector, Research and Clinical studies

Synonyms

1,1-Dimethylbiguanide hydrochloride

Supplier Database

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., Merck & Co., Inc., Teva Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd., Bayer AG, Auro Laboratories Limited, Fengchen Group Co., Ltd.

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Asia Pacific

China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand

Europe

Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy,Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece

North America

United States and Canada

Latin America

Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru

Africa

South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco

CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)

Supplier Database AvailabilityYes

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Delivering procurement intelligence and supply chain analytics across healthcare, FMCG, and chemicals sectors, with expertise in cost modeling, vendor mapping, and spend optimization to support data-driven sourcing decisions and procurement outcomes.

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