Non-Meat Ingredients Market Report 2025

The non-meat ingredients market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $42.88 billion in 2024 to $45.07 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in vegetarian and vegan diets, growing environmental concerns, expansion of meat substitutes market, research and development in food industry, cultural and ethnic influences.

The non-meat ingredients market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $56.98 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to consumer education and awareness, retail and foodservice trends, global expansion of plant-based diets, regulatory support and guidelines, clean label and natural food demand. Major trends in the forecast period include rise in plant-based diets, demand for clean label products, health and wellness focus, sustainability and environmental concerns, innovation in meat substitutes, regulatory changes and health guidelines.

The growing consumption of convenience food is projected to drive the expansion of the non-meat ingredients market. Convenience foods are processed products that require minimal preparation time before consumption, encompassing ready-to-eat meals, packaged foods, and preserved items. The increasing preference for convenience foods is expected to boost the use of non-meat ingredients, as they enhance the flavor and color of meat products while also contributing to other functional and textural characteristics. For example, a report published in September 2023 by PYMNTS, a U.S.-based news and analysis company focusing on payments, retail, fintech, financial services, and the digital economy, found that 37% of consumers surveyed from a pool of 2,400 U.S. individuals are inclined to choose ready-to-eat meals due to their affordability. Therefore, the rising consumption of convenience food is anticipated to drive growth in the non-meat ingredients market.

The increasing demand for plant-based meat alternatives is anticipated to drive growth in the non-meat ingredient market. Plant-based alternatives are highly processed foods designed to mimic the meaty qualities of animal products, offering similar colors, textures, and flavors. The demand for plant-based meat substitutes made from sources such as soy, pea, and wheat has surged as more consumers adopt plant-based diets for ethical, environmental, and health reasons. For example, in April 2023, The Good Food Institute Inc., a UK-based media organization, reported that the total sales value of the plant-based meat alternatives category in Europe reached €2 billion ($2.17 billion) in 2022, reflecting a 3% increase compared to the previous year. Consequently, the rising demand for plant-based meat alternatives is expected to propel the growth of the non-meat ingredient market.

A noteworthy trend in the non-meat ingredients market is technological advancement, particularly in the development of specialized food ingredients. These innovations play a crucial role in ensuring food safety, healthfulness, nutrition, and convenience. Major players in the non-meat ingredients sector, such as Kerry Group plc, are focusing on advancements to enhance their market positions. Kerry Group introduced SucculencePB in March 2023, presenting a groundbreaking approach to plant-based meat substitutes that replicates the succulent, juicy flavor of meat. This innovation not only offers a superior nutritional profile and environmental impact but also addresses the challenge of dryness in cooked plant-based substitutes. The plant-based eating experience it provides is designed to deliver an authentic, succulent, and meat-such as sensation, catering to consumer preferences.

Strategic collaborations with major manufacturing companies are also shaping the landscape of the non-meat ingredients market. CP Kelco ApS, a Danish-based hydrocolloid producer, partnered with Shiru, a US-based food technology company, in March 2022. This collaboration aims to develop next-generation plant proteins as more environmentally friendly substitutes for commonly used meat ingredients. The focus is on creating natural substitutes, particularly for emulsifiers such as methylcellulose.

In May 2022, Tate & Lyle PLC, a UK-based provider of food and beverage ingredients, acquired Nutriati, enhancing the availability of Nutriati's chickpea-derived products in the food and beverage markets. This strategic move aligns with the goal of offering consumers healthier and highly nutritious plant-based products. Nutriati is a US-based ingredient technology company.

Major companies operating in the non-meat ingredients market include Associated British Foods plc, BASF SE, Kerry Group plc, The Dow Chemical Company, Essentia Protein Solutions Holdings., Advanced Food Systems Inc., Wiberg GmbH, DuPont de Nemours Inc., Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Koninklijke Dsm N.V, Ingredion Incorporated, Campus SRL, Aliseia SRL, Redbrook Ingredient Services Limited, Wenda Ingredients, General Mills Inc., Cargill Incorporated, Roquette Frères S.A., Emsland Group, Axiom Foods Inc., MGP Ingredients Inc., Beneo GmbH, Global Bio-chem Technology Group Company Limited, Glanbia plc, Avebe U.A., The Scoular Company, A&B Ingredients Inc., Fiberstar Inc., Cosucra Groupe Warcoing SA, Tereos S.A., Agridient Inc., Burcon NutraScience Corporation, AIDP Inc., Nutriati Inc., Amino GmbH, The Green Labs LLC, Sotexpro SAS, Gold Coast Ingredients, Hydrosol GmbH & Co. KG, Suedzucker AG, Nutra Food Ingredients LLC.

North America was the largest region in the non-meat ingredients market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the non-meat ingredients market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the non-meat ingredients market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the non-meat ingredients market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Non-meat ingredients are products utilized to enhance flavor, improve acceptability, and bind moisture through the incorporation of proteins and carbohydrates. They play a crucial role in enhancing texture and prolonging shelf life, particularly by bolstering freeze-thaw stability through the use of modified starches. The primary objective of these ingredients is to augment the seasoning and color of meat products while contributing to other functional and textural properties.

The key components of non-meat ingredients include binders, fillers, extenders, flavoring agents, coloring agents, preservatives, salts, and texturing agents. Binders in non-meat ingredients serve to retain or attract additional materials, creating a cohesive whole. These food additives are introduced to improve texture by thickening or binding the ingredients together. Non-meat ingredient products include fresh processed meat, raw-cooked meat, pre-cooked meat, raw fermented sausages, cured meat, and dried meat. These ingredients can be sourced from chemical substances, plant origin, and animal origin.

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The non-meat ingredients market consists of sales of soy protein, starch protein, milk protein, and extenders. 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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