U.S. Roadside Drug Testing Market Size is Predicted to Witness 4.71% CAGR till 2030

[sara James]

The U.S. Roadside Drug Testing Market is anticipated to reach USD 1.62 billion by 2030 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.71% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.  The market for roadside drug testing in the U.S. is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing legalization of recreational cannabis and the rise in drug-impaired driving incidents. As states legalize marijuana, law enforcement agencies face new challenges in ensuring road safety. This has led to a surge in demand for advanced roadside drug testing devices that can quickly and accurately detect various substances.

Traditional methods like urine and blood tests are being supplemented by more efficient technologies, such as oral fluid testing, which is non-invasive and provides immediate results. One of the latest developments is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into these devices, enhancing their accuracy and reducing human error. Portable breathalyzers that can detect both alcohol and drugs are also becoming more prevalent. Additionally, there is ongoing research into devices that can measure impairment rather than just the presence of drugs, addressing the issue of varying tolerance levels among individuals.

Federal initiatives and funding are further bolstering this market, with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and other agencies investing in the development of more sophisticated testing tools. As the U.S. continues to address the complexities of drug-impaired driving, the market for roadside drug testing is expected to expand, with innovations focusing on improving detection capabilities and ensuring the safety of all road users.

List of Key Players in theU.S. Roadside Drug Testing Market

• Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA
• Abbott.
• Intoximeters
• Lifeloc Technologies, Inc.
• Hound Labs, Inc.
• Immunalysis Corporation
• CMI Inc.
• Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp.
• AK GlobalTech Corp.
• PAS Systems International, Inc.

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U.S. Roadside Drug Testing Market Report Highlights

• The alcohol segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2023. Alcohol testing remains dominant in the market due to the long-standing recognition of alcohol impairment as a significant safety concern, the presence of well-defined legal limits, and the widespread use of standardized devices like breathalyzers for accurate and reliable testing.
• The breath segment captured the largest revenue share in 2023. Breath testing is the most commonly used method for detecting alcohol impairment because it is quick, non-invasive, and provides immediate results. Breathalyzers are portable, making them convenient for use by law enforcement officers during roadside checks.
• The highway police segment held the largest revenue share in 2023. These officers are often the first responders at the scene of traffic stops, accidents, and roadside checks, where impaired driving is a significant concern.

U.S. Roadside Drug Testing Market Report Scope 

Report Attribute	Details
Market size value in 2024	USD 1.22 billion
Revenue forecast in 2030	USD 1.62 billion
Growth rate	CAGR of 4.71% from 2024 to 2030
Actual Data	2023
Forecast period	2024 - 2030

 

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U.S. Roadside Drug Testing Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the U.S. roadside drug testing market based on sample, drug, test location, and states:

U.S. Roadside Drug Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Alcohol
• Cannabis/Marijuana
• Cocaine
• Opioids
• Amphetamine & Methamphetamine
• LSD
• Others

U.S. Roadside Sample Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Saliva
• Breath
• Urine
• Blood

U.S. Roadside Test Location Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Highway Police
• Drug Enforcement Agencies

U.S. Roadside States Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Alabama
• Alaska
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• California
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• Florida
• Georgia
• Hawaii
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Maryland
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Montana
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New Mexico
• New York
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• South Carolina
• South Dakota
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Vermont
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

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