Food Safety Testing Market Size & Growth Analysis to 2030

The global food safety testing market size is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of around 8% during the forecast period from 2021 to 2027 and was valued at USD 19 billion in 2020. The increasing incidence of chemical contamination in food processing due to unconventional techniques in packaged foods production is a major factor to drive the market growth. The changing lifestyle and the increasing adoption of ready-to-eat food are expected to increase the demand for processed and packaged food, which is expected to drive the market over the forecast period.

Market Drivers:

Increasing Incidences of Foodborne Illnesses: The rise in foodborne illnesses and outbreaks, caused by pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and Campylobacter, has raised concerns about food safety. These incidents highlight the need for effective food safety testing measures to ensure the safety and quality of food products. The increasing public awareness of foodborne illnesses drives the demand for food safety testing.

Stringent Food Safety Regulations: Governments and regulatory bodies across the globe have implemented stringent regulations and standards to ensure the safety of food products. Compliance with these regulations requires food producers and manufacturers to implement robust testing programs to identify and mitigate potential contaminants and hazards. The need to adhere to these regulations and avoid penalties and reputational damage drives the demand for food safety testing.

Globalization of Food Trade: The globalization of the food supply chain has increased the complexity and risk of food contamination and adulteration. Food products are sourced from various countries, making it crucial to implement rigorous testing measures to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. The growing international trade of food products drives the demand for food safety testing services to ensure the safety of imported and exported goods.

Growing Consumer Demand for Safe and Quality Food: Consumers are becoming increasingly conscious about the safety and quality of the food they consume. They expect transparency in the food production process and demand reliable information about the safety of food products. As a result, food manufacturers and retailers focus on implementing robust testing procedures to meet consumer expectations and maintain brand reputation.

Technological Advancements in Testing Methods: Continuous advancements in food safety testing technologies, such as rapid and automated testing methods, molecular diagnostics, and biosensors, have improved the speed, accuracy, and sensitivity of detecting contaminants and pathogens in food samples. These advancements enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of food safety testing, driving market growth.

Focus on Preventive Measures: There is a growing emphasis on preventive measures to ensure food safety throughout the supply chain. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and other risk-based approaches are being adopted to identify and control potential hazards. Food safety testing plays a vital role in implementing these preventive measures by enabling early detection of contaminants and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Increasing Consumer Awareness and Food Safety Education: Consumer education and awareness campaigns about food safety issues have played a significant role in driving the demand for food safety testing. Increased public knowledge about foodborne illnesses, food recalls, and the importance of safe food handling practices create a demand for more rigorous testing measures to ensure the safety of food products.

Industry Collaboration and Standardization: Collaboration among industry stakeholders, including food manufacturers, testing laboratories, and regulatory bodies, promotes the development of standardized testing methods and practices. The harmonization of testing standards and methods across regions facilitates trade and ensures consistent and reliable results. Industry collaboration and standardization efforts drive the growth of the food safety testing market.

Market Outlook:

Market Insights:

The global food safety testing market is bifurcated into test type, application, and geography. On the basis of the test, the market is further segmented into allergen, chemical & nutritional, genetically modified organism (GMO), microbiological, and others. The microbiological segment dominated the global market in 2020 and accounted to hold the largest market share around one-third percent of the market in terms of revenue. In contrast, genetically modified organism testing is expected to grow at the fastest growth rate over the forecast period.

By application, the market is further segmented into meat, poultry, & seafood products, dairy & dairy products, processed food, and others. The meat, poultry & seafood segment dominated the global food safety testing market in 2020 and accounted to hold the largest market share around 30% of the market in 2020. The increasing consumption of meat and poultry products around the world is a major factor to drive the segment growth. On the other hand, the dairy products segment is anticipated to grow at the fastest growth rate over the forecast period.

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The food safety testing comprehensive study offers an in-depth analysis of industry trends, market size, competitive analysis, and market forecast – 2021 to 2027. Research Corridor report provides detailed premium insight into the global market and reveals the potential revenue streams, commercial prospects, market drivers, challenges, opportunities, issues, and events affecting the industry. In addition, the report has a dedicated section covering market forecasts and analysis for leading geographies, profiles of major companies operating in the market and expert opinion obtained from interviews with industry executives and experts from prominent companies.

The food safety testing market research report presents the analysis of each segment from 2018 to 2027 considering 2020 as the base year for the research. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) for each respective segment is calculated for the forecast period from 2021 to 2027.

Historical & Forecast Period

• 2018-19 – Historical Year
• 2020 – Base Year
• 2021-2027 – Forecast Period

Market Segmentation:

By Test:

• Allergen Testing
• Chemical & Nutritional Testing
• Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Testing
• Microbiological Testing
• Residues & Contamination Testing
• Others

By Application:

• Meat, Poultry, & Seafood Products
• Dairy & Dairy Products
• Processed Food
• Beverages
• Cereals & Grains

By Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

Geographic Coverage:

Geographically, Europe dominated the global food safety testing market in 2020 and estimated to hold the largest revenue share over one-third share of the market. The increasing incidence of food allergy is a major factor to drives the market growth in the region. Furthermore, the stringent regulation regarding food processing and packaging is another vital factor to fuel the market in Europe. The Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a significant growth rate over the forecast period. The increasing demand for packaged food in developing economies such as India, China is expected to drive the market growth in the Asia Pacific.

Market Competition Assessment:

Some of the major players operating in the global food safety testing market are Eurofins Scientific, SGS S.A., Intertek Group plc, Mérieux NutriSciences, and ALS Ltd. Companies are exploring markets by expansion, new investment, the introduction of new services, and collaboration as their preferred strategies. Players are exploring new geography through expansion and acquisition to gain a competitive advantage through joint synergy.

Key Companies:

• Eurofins Scientific
• SGS S.A.
• Intertek Group plc
• Mérieux NutriSciences
• ALS Ltd.
• Bureau Veritas S.A.
• AsureQuality Ltd.
• Symbio Laboratories
• Cotecna Inspection SA
• Adpen Laboratories, Inc.

Key Questions Answered by Food Safety Testing Market Report

• Global food safety testing market forecasts from 2021-2027
• Regional food safety testing market forecasts from 2021-2027 covering Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America
• Country-level forecasts from 2021-2027 covering 15 major countries from the aforementioned regions
• Food safety testing submarket forecasts from 2021-2027 covering the market by test, by application, and geography
• Various industry models such as SWOT analysis, Value Chain Analysis pertaining to food safety testing market
• Analysis of the key factors driving and restraining the growth of the global, regional and country-level food safety testing markets from 2021-2027
• Competitive Landscape and market positioning of top 10 players operating in the food safety testing market