Food Testing Kits Global Market Report 2024: Ukraine-Russia War

Food testing kits are specifically engineered for the detection and analysis of pathogens, meat species, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), allergens, and mycotoxins in food products. These kits are designed to provide a more efficient and effective means of assessing the integrity and quality of various foods. Food testing is a crucial component of standard quality control measures, often initiated through laboratory or field testing.

The primary technologies incorporated in food testing kits include PCR-based, immunoassay-based, and enzyme substrate-based testing methods. PCR-based food testing kits are particularly adept at rapidly and accurately detecting foodborne bacteria and other essential targets related to food safety and quality. The swift reporting facilitated by these kits empowers users to expedite product release and intervention processes. PCR assays for food safety detect key pathogens and other pertinent targets in both food and environmental samples, providing qualitative insights. These food testing kits are designed to target various elements such as pathogens, meat species, GMOs, allergens, mycotoxins, and others. Food testing kits cater to different types of samples, including meat, poultry, and seafood, dairy products, packaged food items, fruits and vegetables, cereals, grains, and pulses, as well as nuts, seeds, spices, and other food categories. This diverse applicability makes food testing kits an integral tool for ensuring the safety and quality of a broad spectrum of food products.

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The food testing kits market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.84 billion in 2023 to $3.14 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%. The growth observed in the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including heightened concerns about food safety, increased focus on regulatory compliance, growing consumer awareness regarding food quality and safety standards, the globalization of the food supply chain, and the occurrence of foodborne outbreaks. These factors collectively contributed to the increased attention and efforts directed toward ensuring and enhancing food safety measures during the historic period.

The food testing kits market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.72 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several key factors. These include a heightened emphasis on clean label and non-GMO verification, the adoption of faster testing methods, increased regulatory stringency, a growing trend towards customization and multiplexing in testing approaches, and continued investment by the food industry in advancing testing technologies. Noteworthy trends expected during the forecast period encompass the utilization of traceability and blockchain technology, advancements in allergen detection methods, improvements in pathogen detection technologies, the emergence of smart and connected testing devices, and advancements in mycotoxin detection methodologies.

The anticipated increase in occurrences of food-borne illnesses is poised to propel the growth of the food testing kits market in the forthcoming years. Food-borne illness refers to a condition triggered by consuming contaminated food or beverages. These testing kits serve as crucial tools in reducing the risks associated with ingesting contaminated food, consequently lowering the incidence of food-borne illnesses. According to data from the Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet), an organization in the United States focusing on food safety, projections for 2022 indicate approximately 25,479 instances of foodborne diseases, leading to 5,981 hospitalizations and 170 fatalities caused by eight different pathogens. This upsurge in food-related illnesses has heightened concerns about food safety among the population, thereby augmenting the demand for food testing kits.

The burgeoning demand for processed food is anticipated to be a significant driver propelling the expansion of the food testing kits market. Processed foods encompass items altered during manufacturing, necessitating thorough testing throughout their development. These foods are associated with concerns regarding poor dietary quality and a surge in obesity prevalence. Projections from a joint study conducted by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) and Grant Thornton emphasize significant investments, reaching $33 billion by 2024, in the processed food sector. This sector is witnessing substantial interest in advancements related to food handling and processing equipment, aligning with projections of India's food production doubling by 2024. Hence, the escalating demand for processed foods serves as a driving force for the growth of the food testing kits market.

Technological advancements represent a prominent trend gaining traction within the food testing kits market. Rapid Analytical Food Testing (RAFT) kits embody a novel technology empowering individuals to detect and identify various food pathogens, allergens, adulterants, pesticide residues, antibiotics/drug residues, and other harmful toxins present in food products. These kits offer users increased assurance about food quality and protection against illnesses. For instance, in December 2020, Eurofins Technologies, a Hungary-based supplier specializing in test kits and systems for laboratory analyses, introduced the SENSIStrip Allergen product range. These immunoassay-based kits are user-friendly, rapid tests necessitating only a short incubation time. Designed for multiple food matrices, rinse water, and machinery, they facilitate adequate management of allergies across various stages of the food manufacturing process.

Key players within the food testing kits market are directing their focus towards strategic investments aimed at enabling the availability of food testing kits for use in home settings. Investment involves the allocation of resources such as capital, time, or effort, with the aim of reaping future benefits. As part of these investments, Zeo, a UK-based personalized nutrition startup, secured $20 million in Series B funding specifically for developing at-home testing kits. Through Zeo's app, users can access meal recommendations based on their test results, and those subscribing to the premium service can also benefit from personalized nutrition coaching.

In September 2021, Battery Ventures, a technology-focused investment firm based in the United States, completed the acquisition of ifp, the Institut für Produktqualität GmbH, for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition by Battery Ventures aims to target the technological market for food safety kits. Leveraging the safety and development laboratories of ifp Institut für Produktqualität GmbH, Battery Ventures seeks entry into the food safety sector. ifp Institut für Produktqualität GmbH, headquartered in Germany, specializes in manufacturing diagnostic test kits for the detection of GMOs, food allergens, vitamins, pathogens, and other substances.

Major companies operating in the food testing kits market include Agilent Technologies Inc., Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., bioMérieux SA, EnviroLogix Inc., Eurofins Scientific SE, Merck KGaA (Merck Millipore), Neogen Corporation, PerkinElmer Inc., QIAGEN N.V., Romer Labs Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Danaher Corporation, Erber Group, DNA Diagnostic A/S, Elabscience Biotechnology Co. Ltd., Creative Diagnostics, SGS SA, Intertek Group plc, AES Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., TÜV NORD GROUP, Bureau Veritas, ALS Limited, AsureQuality, Luminex Corporation, Randox Laboratories Ltd., Hygiena LLC, Charm Sciences Inc., Bruker Corporation, FOSS A/S, IDEXX Laboratories Inc.

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

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

The food testing kits market consists of sales of rapid food adulteration detection kits to check targeted pathogens, meat species, GMOs, allergen, mycotoxin, and others. 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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