Biotech Ingredient Market Report 2025

The biotech ingredient market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $59.9 billion in 2024 to $63.86 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to innovations in food and beverage industry, increasing adoption of biofuel, consumer demand for functional foods, advances in genetic engineering.

The biotech ingredient market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $83.5 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to focus on personalized nutrition, expansion of cell-based meat production, development of therapeutic biotech ingredients, bio ingredients for waste reduction, shift towards bioplastics. Major trends in the forecast period include biotech-based functional foods, biotech solutions for circular economy practices, therapeutic biotech ingredients, biotech ingredients for clean energy production, global emphasis on biodiversity conservation.

The increasing demand for generic medicines is expected to drive the growth of the biotech ingredient market in the future. A generic medicine is a drug designed to possess the same properties as a previously approved medication. Biotech ingredients play a crucial role in generic medicine, serving as a cost-effective and efficient source for producing a variety of active ingredients that closely resemble the original products and are subject to stringent regulatory standards. For example, according to the Personalized Medicine Coalition, a US-based professional membership organization, the approval of 12 new personalized medicines in 2022 represented approximately 34% of all newly approved therapies, reflecting a notable increase compared to prior years. Thus, the rising demand for generic medicines is fueling the growth of the biotech ingredient market.

A significant factor contributing to the growth of the biotech ingredient market is the increasing demand for personal care products. Personal care products, encompassing items for personal hygiene and appearance enhancement, utilize biotech ingredients that offer benefits such as a reduced environmental footprint, sustainability, consistent quality, reduced allergenic potential, biocompatibility, enhanced efficacy, and reduced dependence on petrochemicals. In 2022, the average consumer expenditure on personal care products increased by 12.3%, reaching $866, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This growth in consumer spending reflects the increasing demand for personal care products, driving the demand for biotech ingredients in this market.

A key trend in the biotech ingredient market is technological advancement, with major companies introducing new technologies to develop innovative products and strengthen their market position. For example, in March 2023, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer, launched Aurist AGC, a novel biopolymer for hair care. Leveraging the Designed Enzymatic Biopolymers (DEB) technology, this biotechnology platform produces unique biobased polysaccharides with distinct structures and product features. The introduction of such innovative technologies highlights the commitment of major companies to staying at the forefront of the biotech ingredient market.

Prominent companies in the biotech ingredient market are strategically focusing on innovative products to drive revenue growth. One such example is the emphasis on biosyn-bisabolol, a sesquiterpene component found in nature known for its skin protection properties, anti-inflammatory effects, skin-soothing attributes, and barrier restoration capabilities. Aneco Chemicals Co. Ltd., a China-based specialty ingredient maker, showcased its commitment to innovation by launching biosyn-bisabolol in June 2023. This sustainable product is derived through a green production approach that preserves biodiversity and benefits the ecosystem. With a minimum assay of 95%, biosyn-bisabolol is entirely composed of bio-based carbon, making it suitable for use in skin care and sun care products. It can be seamlessly combined with various cosmetic ingredients. The creation of biosyn-bisabolol involved a unique technology ensuring excellent purity, quality, and heightened physiological activity.

In February 2022, Kerry Group plc, an Ireland-based taste and nutrition company, made a significant acquisition by acquiring c-LEcta for $226 million. This acquisition aligns with Kerry's goal to strengthen its innovation activities in enzymatic engineering, fermentation, and biotechnological development. Additionally, Kerry plans to invest in cutting-edge sustainable technologies to drive the development of sustainable food and health systems in the future. c-LEcta, based in Germany, is a biotechnology innovation firm specializing in highly precise fermentation, optimized bio-processing, and bio-transformation to produce high-value targeted biomolecules and ingredients. This strategic acquisition demonstrates the commitment of major companies to advancing their capabilities in the dynamic and innovative field of biotech ingredients.

Major companies operating in the biotech ingredient market include Merck & Co. Inc., Sanofi S.A., AbbVie Inc., International Flavors & Fragrance (IFF) Inc., Novartis AG, Pfizer Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Mylan Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH., AstraZeneca plc., Givaudan, Firmenich SA, Amyris Inc., Advanced BioTech, Sollice Biotech, Novocap S.A., Eli Lilly, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, GlaxoSmithKline plc., F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Biogen Inc., Amgen Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Genentech Inc., Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc., Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, Alexion Pharmaceuticals Inc., Celgene Corporation, Gilead Sciences Inc., BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., Incyte Corporation, Seattle Genetics Inc., Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc., Ionis Pharmaceuticals Inc., Moderna Inc., Editas Medicine Inc., Intellia Therapeutics Inc., Sangamo Therapeutics Inc., Bluebird Bio Inc., Spark Therapeutics Inc.

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

Biotech ingredients encompass chemical components produced by microbes, notably yeast, yeast-such as organisms, or algae, whose DNA has been modified to generate commercially viable compounds through their metabolic processes. These ingredients offer enhanced safety and often present a more cost-effective option for consumers.

The primary categories of biotech ingredients include active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and biosimilars. APIs constitute components within over-the-counter or prescription medications that induce the intended health effects. These ingredients utilize diverse expression systems such as mammalian, microbial, yeast, plant, and insect systems, applied across various sectors such as food and beverages, personal care and cosmetics, cleaning products, and other industries.

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The biotech ingredient market consists of sales of shea butter, coconut oil, mango butter, frankincense essential oil, patchouli essential oil, and licorice extract. 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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