Amino Acid Market Report 2026

The amino acid market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $31.52 billion in 2025 to $34.27 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of livestock and poultry industries, expansion of processed food production, increasing pharmaceutical usage, adoption of fermentation technologies, availability of amino acid supplements.

The amino acid market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $48.07 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for personalized nutrition, rising health and wellness awareness, expansion of plant-based amino acid sourcing, growth of pharmaceutical applications, innovation in amino acid synthesis. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for amino acids in nutrition, rising use in animal feed formulations, growing application in sports and clinical nutrition, expansion of fermentation-based production methods, enhanced focus on high-purity amino acids.

Rising health consciousness among the population is expected to drive the growth of the amino acid market going forward. Health consciousness refers to the extent to which individuals actively take care of their health. This trend is largely driven by increasing awareness of lifestyle-related diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disorders, prompting people to adopt healthier habits. Health-conscious individuals include amino acids in their diets to support immunity and overall wellness. For instance, in June 2024, according to the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US‑based non-profit organization, 54% of Americans followed a specific diet or eating pattern over the past year. Interest in protein intake rose from 59% in 2022 to 67% in 2023 and reached 71% in 2024, while roughly half of consumers aimed to eat more fresh foods, widely considered the healthiest options. Therefore, rising health consciousness is driving the growth of the amino acid market.

The consumer shift toward healthier and more sustainable foods and beverages is further propelling the market. Healthier and sustainable foods and beverages promote well-being while considering environmental impact through natural ingredients and responsible production practices. Amino acids, as building blocks of proteins, are essential for muscle growth, tissue repair, and overall health. As consumers demand healthier food options, products enriched with amino acids are gaining popularity. For instance, in April 2024, according to the National Association of Convenience Stores, a US-based trade association, 80% of consumers expressed concern about the environmental impact of their purchases, up from 68% in 2023 and 66% in 2022. Therefore, this shift toward health-conscious and environmentally responsible consumption is driving amino acid market growth.

Major companies in the amino acid market are focusing on innovative solutions, such as rumen-protected amino acids, to enhance livestock nutrition and improve feed efficiency. Rumen-protected amino acids are formulated to bypass degradation in the rumen, allowing essential amino acids to reach the small intestine for effective absorption, unlike traditional feed-grade amino acids that are partially broken down in the rumen. For instance, in September 2025, Bewital Agri, a Germany-based animal nutrition company, launched rumen-protected amino acids in the UK and Ireland. These products feature a protective coating that ensures stability in the rumen, maintaining the bioavailability of key amino acids such as methionine and lysine. This technology supports optimal growth, milk production, and overall health in ruminants while reducing nitrogen excretion and improving feed conversion ratios. The amino acids can be incorporated directly into feed formulations, providing livestock farmers with a practical solution to meet the nutritional needs of their herds.

Major companies operating in the amino acid market are Evonik Industries AG, Daesang Corporation, Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd., Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Amino GmbH, Cargill Inc., Fufeng Group Company Limited, Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Kyowa Hakko Bio Co. Ltd., Novus International Inc., Iris Biotech GmbH, Taiwan Amino Acids Co. Ltd., Sekisui Medical Co. Ltd., Koninklijke DSM NV, Kemin Industries Inc., Phillip Brothers Chemicals Inc., Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corp., Nippon Kayaku Seizo Co. Ltd., Wacker Chemical Corporation, Creative Enzymes, Asiamerica Group Inc., CJ CheilJedang Corp., Royal DSM N.V., Carbolution Chemicals GmbH, Welding GmbH & Co. KG, Ryss Lab Inc., Meihua Holdings Group Co. Ltd., Shandong Yangcheng Biotech Co. Ltd., Sichuan Tongsheng Amino Acid Co. Ltd., Tianjin Tianan Pharmaceuticals Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the amino acid market in 2025. Europe was the second largest region in the amino acid market. The regions covered in the amino acid 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 amino acid market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The amino acid market consists of sales of beef, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, soy, quinoa and buckwheat. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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