Food Safety Testing Global Market Report 2024

Food safety testing is a critical scientific process that involves the comprehensive examination of the management, quality, and storage of food products to ascertain their safety for consumption. Typically positioned as the final stage in the food production chain, food safety testing is indispensable in ensuring that food is free from physical, chemical, and biological hazards.

The primary contaminants subjected to food safety testing encompass pathogens, pesticides, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), toxins, and various other contaminants. Pathogens are organisms found in food that can induce infectious diseases in their host. Many microorganisms possess mechanisms to evade the host's immune responses, leading to associated illnesses. Common types of pathogens subjected to testing include salmonella, listeria, E. coli, Campylobacter, among others. The range of food safety testing technologies includes both traditional and rapid methods, tailored for applications in diverse food categories such as meat, poultry, and seafood products, dairy and dairy derivatives, processed foods, as well as beverages, cereals, and grains. These testing procedures are integral to upholding and assuring the safety standards of food products throughout the supply chain.

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The food safety testing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $23.3 billion in 2023 to $25.56 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth observed in the historic period can be ascribed to various factors. These include an elevated level of consumer awareness regarding food safety concerns, the enforcement of stringent government regulations and compliance standards, a surge in the incidence of foodborne illnesses and outbreaks, the globalization of the food supply chain and increased imports, a growing emphasis on quality assurance and risk management, and heightened concerns regarding chemical and contaminant residues in food. Collectively, these factors contributed to the overall expansion of initiatives and practices aimed at ensuring food safety during the historic period.

The food safety testing market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $37.99 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period is driven by several key factors. These include the widespread adoption of rapid and high-throughput testing technologies, a heightened emphasis on blockchain and traceability solutions to ensure food safety, ongoing research and development in next-generation testing platforms, an expansion of testing services in e-commerce and direct-to-consumer markets, a growing demand for genetic testing in food authentication, and an increased significance of environmental monitoring in food production processes. Significant trends expected during the forecast period encompass the integration of blockchain and digital traceability, the utilization of next-generation sequencing (NGS), the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in data analysis, the development and utilization of rapid and point-of-use testing kits, advancements in allergen and gluten testing methods, as well as the incorporation of remote sensing and spectroscopy technologies.

The escalating demand for convenience and processed foods is projected to be a driving force behind the expansion of the food safety testing market. The growth in income levels, particularly in developing nations, has spurred a heightened preference for processed and convenience foods. In the processed food industry, food safety testing plays a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and safety of packaged food items. Notably, a joint study conducted by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) and Grant Thornton forecasted potential investments of $33 billion in the processed food sector by 2024 in India. This surge in investments underscores substantial interests in food processing technologies and equipment, driven by the anticipation of doubling the country's overall food production by 2024. Thus, the surge in demand for processed and convenient foods significantly propels the food testing market.

The surging demand for healthier food options is anticipated to be a catalyst for growth within the food testing market. Healthy food products, renowned for their nutritional benefits and energy-enhancing properties, necessitate stringent food safety testing to ensure they are devoid of potential health hazards. Notably, in March 2022, a report from the Good Food Institute (GFI) and the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) highlighted a substantial shift in consumer preferences, with 27% of individuals opting for reduced meat consumption and embracing plant-based food alternatives. This shift mirrors the burgeoning plant-based food market in the United States, estimated to reach a valuation of $8 billion in 2022. Consequently, the burgeoning demand for healthier food choices serves as a driving force behind the growth of the food testing market.

The evolution of technological capabilities significantly influences the trajectory of the food safety testing market. Advancements in analytical chemistry have facilitated the development of smart testing techniques aimed at delivering precise and cost-effective analytical solutions. These innovative testing systems, adopted by food and beverage manufacturers globally, can seamlessly integrate into routine food screening protocols across various stages of production and manufacturing. For instance, in 2020, Eurofins, a leading food and feed testing laboratory group globally, introduced the SENSIStrip Allergen product range designed to rapidly detect allergens present in packaged food and beverage items, a critical requirement for labeling purposes. These technological advancements signify a pivotal advancement shaping the food safety testing market.

Prominent entities operating within the food safety testing sector are strategically directing investments towards the development of innovative food safety testing technologies. Investment, involving the allocation of resources like capital, time, or effort to yield future benefits, plays a crucial role in this pursuit. SwissDeCode, a Switzerland-based biotech startup, stands as an illustration of this strategic investment approach. In January 2021, SwissDeCode secured 3.7 million Swiss francs ($4.18 million) in funding from VisVires New Protein of Singapore and EIT Food. This funding infusion aims to accelerate the development of the 'BEAMitup' rapid on-site food testing and certification platform. SwissDeCode intends to allocate these funds towards enhancing the hardware and software components of BEAMitup, concluding proof of concept activities, and exploring industrialization alternatives in collaboration with its clientele. This strategic investment underscores a commitment to pioneering advancements in food safety testing technologies within the market.

In July 2021, Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), a U.S.-based company offering laboratory testing services catering to customers within the food and beverage sectors, underwent a merger with Certified Group. This strategic union has culminated in the formation of a preeminent national testing platform renowned for its distinctive and comprehensive testing services. Notably, Certified Group, serving as a North American platform provider specializing in testing and regulatory consulting services, contributed to the creation of this robust and leading-edge testing consortium.

Major companies operating in the food safety testing market include SGS SA, Eurofins Scientific SE, Intertek Group plc, Bureau Veritas SA, ALS Limited, TÜV SÜD AG, AsureQuality Limited, Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Microbac Laboratories Inc., Symbio Laboratories, DNV GL, NSF International, Idexx Laboratories Inc., Neogen Corporation, Agilent Technologies Inc., Shimadzu Corporation, PerkinElmer Inc., Merieux NutriSciences Corporation, The SOCOTEC Group, Aspirata, Danaher Corporation, Mettler-Toledo International Inc., Romer Labs Division Holding GmbH, Charm Sciences Inc., Hygiena LLC, R-Biopharm AG, MilliporeSigma, 3M Company, QIAGEN N.V.

North America was the largest region in the food safety testing market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in micro inverter market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the food safety testing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The food safety testing market includes revenues earned by entities by providing microbiology testing, nutritional analysis, pesticide residue testing, product testing label, shelf life testing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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