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Protein Ingredients Market Analysis By Source (Animal-Based Proteins, Plant-Based Proteins), By Type (Isolates, Concentrates, Hydrolysates), By Form (Dry Form, Liquid Form), By Application (Food & Beverages, Animal Feed, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals) and by Region: Global Forecast, 2024 - 2034.

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  • 2024-09-27
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Market Overview

The Protein Ingredients market is predicted to develop at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3% from 2024 to 2034, when it is projected to reach USD 134.72 Billion, based on an average growth pattern. The market is estimated to reach a value of USD 80.38 Billion in 2024.

 

SOURCE: We Market Research

A worldwide industry, the protein ingredients market is centered on the production and distribution of protein-based ingredients for food, drinks, supplements, and animal feed. These proteins come from three different sources: plants (soy and pea), animals (whey and casein), and other sources (algae and insects). Growing health consciousness, the desire for plant-based diets, and sustainability issues are what are propelling market expansion. The main obstacles are expense, flavor and texture problems, and allergenicity. The market is growing quickly as producers innovate to satisfy the many demands of consumers who are concerned about their health and sustainable food production.

Growing health consciousness, the popularity of plant-based diets, and advancements in food and beverage products are driving the market for protein ingredients. Foods high in protein are more popular among consumers who want to gain muscle, control their weight, and feel better overall. Demand for plant-based proteins is increased by the growing popularity of vegan and vegetarian diets, while alternative proteins like those derived from insects and algae are encouraged by concerns about sustainability. The need for protein supplements is also fueled by fitness trends and an aging population. All of these elements work together to drive market expansion as producers adapt to satisfy changing demands from consumers who are concerned about their health and the environment.

Market Scope

Report Attributes

Description

Market Size in 2024

USD 80.38 Billion

Market Forecast in 2034

USD 134.72 Billion

CAGR % 2024-2034

5.3%

Base Year

2023

Historic Data

2016-2022

Forecast Period

2024-2034

Report USP

 

Production, Consumption, company share, company heatmap, company production capacity, growth factors and more

Segments Covered

By Source, By Type, By Form, By Application and By Region

Regional Scope

North America, Europe, APAC, South America and Middle East and Africa

Country Scope

U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; France; Italy; Spain; Benelux; Nordic Countries; Russia; China; India; Japan; South Korea; Australia; Indonesia; Thailand; Mexico; Brazil; Argentina; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Egypt; South Africa; Nigeria

Protein Ingredients Industry: Dynamics & Restrains


Market opportunity:


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Protein Ingredients Segmentation

Market- By Source Analysis

By Source, the Protein Ingredients Market is Categories into Animal-Based Proteins, Plant-Based Proteins. The Injectable segment accounts for the largest share of around 58% in 2024.


Animal-based proteins are driven by their high nutritional value, including complete amino acid profiles, and strong cultural and dietary preferences. They are also favored in traditional diets and offer familiar taste and texture profiles that consumers are accustomed to.

The following segments are part of an in-depth analysis of the global Protein Ingredients market:

Market Segments

 

By Type

·         Isolates

·         Concentrates

·         Hydrolysates

By Form

·         Dry Form

·         Liquid Form

By Application

·         Food & Beverages

·         Animal Feed

·         Cosmetics & Personal Care

·         Pharmaceuticals

Protein Ingredients Industry: Regional Analysis

North America Market Forecast

North America dominates the Protein Ingredients Market with the highest revenue generating market with share of more than 47%. North America leads the global market with high demand for both animal and plant-based proteins. This is driven by a strong focus on health and fitness, advancements in food technology, and a booming supplement industry. Consumers are increasingly seeking plant-based options due to growing health consciousness and environmental concerns.


Europe Market Statistics

In Europe, the market is rapidly expanding due to a significant shift towards plant-based proteins. This change is fueled by rising vegetarian and vegan lifestyles, stringent health regulations, and heightened environmental awareness. The region's regulatory framework and consumer trends strongly support the growth of plant-based protein products.

Asia Pacific Market Forecasts

Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing regional segment of the Protein Ingredients market during the forecast period. Asia-Pacific is experiencing substantial growth due to rising disposable incomes, expanding middle-class populations, and increasing health awareness. Both animal and plant-based proteins are in demand, but there is a notable rise in plant-based protein interest as dietary preferences evolve and food processing industries expand across the region.

Key Market Players

The Protein Ingredients Market is dominated by a few large companies, such as:

·         Cargill Inc.

·         Rousselot

·         Fonterra

·         Kerry Group Plc

·         BurconNutraScience

·         Arla Foods

·         Kewpie Corporation

·         The Scoular Company

·         Tessenderlo Group

·         Archer Daniels Midland Company                                                                                                   

1.      Global Protein Ingredients Market Introduction and Market Overview

1.1.    Objectives of the Study

1.2.    Global Protein Ingredients Market Scope and Market Estimation

1.2.1. Global Protein Ingredients Overall Market Size, Revenue (US$ Mn), Market CAGR (%), Market forecast (2023 - 2034)

1.2.2. Global Protein Ingredients Market Revenue Share (%) and Growth Rate (Y-o-Y) from 2019 - 2034

1.3.    Market Segmentation

1.3.1. Source of Global Protein Ingredients Market

1.3.2. Type of Global Protein Ingredients Market

1.3.3. Form of Global Protein Ingredients Market

1.3.4. Applicationof Global Protein Ingredients Market

1.3.5. Region of Global Protein Ingredients Market

2.      Executive Summary

2.1.    Market Dynamics

2.1.1. Drivers

2.1.2. Limitations

2.1.3. Opportunities

2.1.4. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints

2.2.    Pricing Trends Analysis & Average Selling Prices (ASPs)

2.3.    Key Mergers & Acquisitions, Expansions, JVs, Funding / VCs, etc.

2.4.    Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

2.4.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

2.4.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

2.4.3. Threat of Substitutes

2.4.4. Threat of New Entrants

2.4.5. Competitive Rivalry

2.5.      Market Investment Opportunity Analysis (Top Investment Pockets), By Segments & By Region

3.      Global Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Historical Trend Analysis (2019 - 2023)

4.      Global Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Source

4.1.    Global Protein Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Source, 2019 to 2034

4.1.1. Animal-Based Proteins

4.1.2. Plant-Based Proteins

5.      Global Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Type

5.1.    Global Protein Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Type, 2019 to 2034

5.1.1. Isolates

5.1.2. Concentrates

5.1.3. Hydrolysates

6.      Global Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Form

6.1.    Global Protein Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Form, 2019 to 2034

6.1.1. Dry Form

6.1.2. Liquid Form

7.      Global Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Application

7.1.    Global Protein Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Application, 2019 to 2034

7.1.1. Food & Beverages

7.1.2. Animal Feed

7.1.3. Cosmetics & Personal Care

7.1.4. Pharmaceuticals

8.      Global Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Region

8.1.    Global Protein Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Region, 2019 to 2034

8.1.1. North America

8.1.2. Europe

8.1.3. Asia Pacific

8.1.4. Middle East & Africa

8.1.5. South America

9.      North America Protein Ingredients Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

9.1.    North America Protein Ingredients Market Assessments & Key Findings

9.1.1. North America Protein Ingredients Market Introduction

9.1.2. North America Protein Ingredients Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2034)

9.1.2.1.   By Source

9.1.2.2.   By Type

9.1.2.3.   By Form

9.1.2.4.   By Application

9.1.2.5.   By Country

9.1.2.5.1.     The U.S.

9.1.2.5.2.     Canada

9.1.2.5.3.     Mexico

10.  Europe Protein Ingredients Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

10.1.  Europe Protein Ingredients Market Assessments & Key Findings

10.1.1.   Europe Protein Ingredients Market Introduction

10.1.2.   Europe Protein Ingredients Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2034)

10.1.2.1.    By Source

10.1.2.2.    By Type

10.1.2.3.    By Form

10.1.2.4.    By Application

10.1.2.5.    By Country

10.1.2.5.1. Germany

10.1.2.5.2. U.K.

10.1.2.5.3. France

10.1.2.5.4. Italy

10.1.2.5.5. Spain

10.1.2.5.6. Russia

10.1.2.5.7. Rest of Europe

11.  Asia Pacific Protein Ingredients Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

11.1.  Asia Pacific Market Assessments & Key Findings

11.1.1.   Asia Pacific Protein Ingredients Market Introduction

11.1.2.   Asia Pacific Protein Ingredients Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2034)

11.1.2.1.    By Source

11.1.2.2.    By Type

11.1.2.3.    By Form

11.1.2.4.    By Application

11.1.2.5.    By Country

11.1.2.5.1. China

11.1.2.5.2. Japan

11.1.2.5.3. India

11.1.2.5.4. Australia

11.1.2.5.5. South Korea

11.1.2.5.6. ASEAN

11.1.2.5.7. Rest of Asia Pacific

12.  Middle East & Africa Protein Ingredients Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

12.1.  Middle East & Africa Market Assessments & Key Findings

12.1.1.   Middle East & Africa Protein Ingredients Market Introduction

12.1.2.   Middle East & Africa Protein Ingredients Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2034)

12.1.2.1.    By Source

12.1.2.2.    By Type

12.1.2.3.    By Form

12.1.2.4.    By Application

12.1.2.5.    By Country

12.1.2.5.1. U.A.E.

12.1.2.5.2. Saudi Arabia

12.1.2.5.3. Egypt

12.1.2.5.4. South Africa

12.1.2.5.5. Rest of Middle East & Africa

13.  South America Protein Ingredients Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

13.1.  South America Market Assessments & Key Findings

13.1.1.   South America Protein Ingredients Market Introduction

13.1.2.   South America Protein Ingredients Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2034)

13.1.2.1.    By Source

13.1.2.2.    By Type

13.1.2.3.    By Form

13.1.2.4.    By Application

13.1.2.5.    By Country

13.1.2.5.1. Brazil

13.1.2.5.2. Argentina

13.1.2.5.3. Colombia

13.1.2.5.4. Rest of South America

14.  Competition Landscape

14.1.  Global Protein Ingredients Market Competition Matrix & Benchmarking, by Leading Players / Innovators / Emerging Players / New Entrants

14.2.  Global Protein Ingredients Market Competition White Space Analysis, By End-user

14.3.  Global Protein Ingredients Market Competition Heat Map Analysis, By End-user

14.4.  Global Protein Ingredients Market Concentration & Company Market Shares (%) Analysis, 2022

15.  Company Profiles

15.1.                     Cargill Inc..

15.1.1.   Company Overview & Key Stats

15.1.2.   Financial Performance & KPIs

15.1.3.   Product Portfolio

15.1.4.   Business Strategy & Recent Developments

* Similar details would be provided for all the players mentioned below 

15.2.      Rousselot

15.3.      Fonterra

15.4.      Kerry Group Plc

15.5.      BurconNutraScience

15.6.      Arla Foods

15.7.      Kewpie Corporation

15.8.      The Scoular Company

15.9.      Tessenderlo Group

15.10.  Archer Daniels Midland Company

15.11.  Others

16.  Research Methodology

16.1.  External Transportations / Databases

16.2.  Internal Proprietary Database

16.3.  Primary Research

16.4.  Secondary Research

16.5.  Assumptions

16.6.  Limitations

16.7.  Report FAQs

17.  Research Findings & Conclusion 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the market size of Protein Ingredients Market in 2024?

Protein Ingredients Market was valued at USD 80.38 Billion in 2024.

What is the growth rate for the Protein Ingredients Market?

Protein Ingredients Market size will increase at approximate CAGR of 5.3% during the forecasted period.

Which are the top companies operating within the market?

Major companies operating within the Protein Ingredients Market Are Cargill Inc., Rousselot, Fonterra, Kerry Group Plc, BurconNutraScience, Arla Foods, Kewpie Corporation, The Scoular Company, Tessenderlo Group, Archer Daniels Midland Company and Others.

Which region dominates the Protein Ingredients Market?

North America dominates the market with an active share of 47%.

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