Lysine Market Report 2026

The lysine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.2 billion in 2025 to $9.84 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of livestock farming activities, increasing use of feed additives, growth of amino acid fermentation technologies, rising demand for protein-rich diets, expansion of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The lysine market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.24 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable feed ingredients, rising use of lysine in nutraceutical formulations, expansion of precision fermentation techniques, growing demand for plant-based protein optimization, increasing focus on pharmaceutical-grade amino acids. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of lysine in animal nutrition, rising demand for amino acid fortification, expansion of pharmaceutical-grade lysine applications, growing adoption in functional foods, enhanced focus on high-purity production processes.

The increase in meat consumption is expected to drive the growth of the lysine market going forward. Meat consumption refers to the quantity of meat products consumed by individuals or populations as part of their diet. Lysine supplementation in animal feed ensures optimal growth, meets lysine requirements, supports overall health and development, and promotes the production of high-quality meat. For example, in July 2025, according to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), a UK-based government department, total UK meat production in 2024 reached 4.16 million tons, up from 4.05 million tons in 2023. Therefore, rising meat consumption is fueling the lysine market.

Product innovation is a key trend gaining traction in the lysine market. Major companies in the sector are developing innovative products such as Biolys to strengthen their market position. Biolys is a highly effective and reliable source of lysine, enabling precise balancing of amino acids. For instance, in May 2023, Evonik Industries AG, a Germany-based specialty chemicals company, launched Biolys. This product meets the requirements for the essential amino acid L-lysine by providing a higher proportion of L-lysine than comparable products. It features excellent handling and processing properties as a high bulk density, free-flowing granulate. Biolys is biologically accessible to animals of all kinds since it is produced without any animal byproducts and also contains additional essential amino acids and phosphorus.

In July 2024, Avril Group, a France-based agro-industrial company, acquired Metex Nøøvistago for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Avril aims to secure and expand European fermentation-based amino acid production, ensuring regional supply sovereignty and stabilizing the supply of critical feed-grade amino acids, including lysine, amid global competition and imports. Metex Nøøvistago, a France-based company, specializes in essential amino acids for animal nutrition and produces lysine at its Amiens facility.

Major companies operating in the lysine market are CJ CheilJedang Corporation, Ajinomoto Co Inc, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Evonik Industries AG, Meihua Holdings Group Co Ltd, Fufeng Group Limited, COFCO Biochemical Anhui Co Ltd, Shandong Eppen Biotech Co Ltd, Ningxia Eppen Biotech Co Ltd, Changchun Dacheng Group, Shandong Shouguang Juneng Group Golden Corn Co Ltd, East Hope Group, Cargill Inc, Bluestar Adisseo Company, Novus International Inc, Pancosma SA, Biomin Holding GmbH, BASF SE, Zhejiang NHU Co Ltd, Qilu Synva Biological Technology Co Ltd, Shaanxi Sciphar Biotechnology Co Ltd, Chia Tai Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the lysine market in 2025. The regions covered in the lysine market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the lysine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The lysine market consists of sales of lysine l-aspartate, lysine orotate, and lysine acetate. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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