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There are xx businesses in the Drug, Cosmetic & Toiletry Wholesaling industry in the US, which is expected to decline at xx% over the next five years. Drug, cosmetic and toiletry wholesalers primarily distribute pharmaceutical products intended for internal and external consumption, such as tablets, capsules, vials, ointments and powders. The industry includes a range of biological and medical products, in addition to botanical drugs and herbs. The industry does not include businesses that primarily distribute surgical, dental or hospital equipment.
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Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
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| Industry | Sector | Last 5-yr CAGR | Forecast 5-year CAGR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand-Name Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in the US |
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XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Generic Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in the US |
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XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Medical Supplies Wholesaling in the US |
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XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Glasses & Contacts Wholesaling in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Pharmaceuticals & Pharmacy Supplies Wholesaling in Canada |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Pharmaceuticals Wholesaling in Australia |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Cosmetics and Toiletry Wholesaling in Australia |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Pharmaceutical and Toiletry Goods Wholesaling in New Zealand |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Perfume & Cosmetics Wholesaling in the UK |
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XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Pharmaceutical Wholesaling in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Pharmaceutical Wholesaling in Ireland |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
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There is 9,419 Drug, Cosmetic & Toiletry Wholesaling in the US businesses as of 2025, an decrease of -0.8% from 2024.
The number of Drug, Cosmetic & Toiletry Wholesaling in the US businesses has declined -0.7% per year on average over the five years between 2020 and 2025.
See our full analysis of the Drug, Cosmetic & Toiletry Wholesaling in the US to understand if the mumber of bussinesses is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
The Drug, Cosmetic & Toiletry Wholesaling in the US has moderate market share concentration and the largest business is Mckesson Corporation.