Non-thermal Pasteurization Market Report 2026

The non-thermal pasteurization market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.73 billion in 2025 to $3.27 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing food safety concerns, demand for minimally processed foods, growth in packaged food consumption, limitations of traditional thermal pasteurization, rising incidences of foodborne illnesses.

The non-thermal pasteurization market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.75 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing consumer preference for fresh like foods, expansion of non thermal technologies in beverages, technological advancements in hpp and pef systems, increasing adoption in pharmaceutical processing, rising investments in advanced food processing infrastructure. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of high pressure processing, growing use of pulse electric field technologies, increased focus on nutrient retention methods, expansion of clean label food processing, rising demand for extended shelf life solutions.

The rising incidence of foodborne diseases is expected to significantly drive the growth of the non-thermal pasteurization market going forward. Foodborne illnesses refer to hazardous or infectious conditions resulting from the consumption of contaminated food or water. Non-thermal pasteurization methods eliminate or deactivate harmful microorganisms in food products that cause such illnesses. For example, in December 2023, according to the European Food Safety Authority, an Italy-based public agency, foodborne zoonotic diseases caused by bacteria such as Campylobacter, Salmonella, Yersinia, E. coli, and Listeria pose a major global public health concern, with the European Union reporting more than 350,000 cases annually, although the actual count is believed to be higher. Therefore, the growing number of foodborne disease cases is driving the non-thermal pasteurization market.

Major companies operating in the non-thermal pasteurization market are concentrating on the development of advanced and compact pasteurizers to reinforce their market position. An advanced and compact pasteurizer is specialized equipment used in the food and beverage sector to pasteurize products such as milk, beer, and other beverages, eliminating harmful bacteria and extending shelf life. For instance, in October 2023, IDD Process & Packaging, a US-based manufacturer, designer, and supplier of keg processing machinery, introduced the RP-1 Rotary Pasteurizer, a compact and efficient solution designed for small brewers and craft beverage producers. This state-of-the-art pasteurizer enables the safe production of non-alcoholic beers and other craft beverages. Its compact footprint makes it particularly suitable for small-scale operations, reflecting IDD’s commitment to delivering advanced pasteurization solutions tailored to the craft brewing sector.

In February 2025, Universal Pure Holdings LLC, a US-based provider of high-pressure processing (HPP) food safety and product quality services, acquired the HPP assets of Dora’s Naturals for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition enhances Universal Pure’s HPP production capabilities and expands its operational footprint throughout the Northeastern United States. Dora’s Naturals is a US-based provider of high-pressure processing (HPP) solutions.

Major companies operating in the non-thermal pasteurization market are Emerson Electric Co., GEA Group, Syntegon, JBT Corporation, Sterigenics International Inc., FresherTech, Bühler Holding AG, Nordion Inc., Universal Pure, Hiperbaric España, Avure Technologies Inc., MULTIVAC Group, Elea Technology GmbH, Chic Freshertech Co. Ltd., FENCO Food Machinery, Bao Tou Kefa High Pressure Technology Co. Ltd., Ionisos SA, Sadex Corporation, BRIO Ultrasonics, SONIMAT.

North America was the largest region in the non-thermal pasteurization market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the non-thermal pasteurization market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the non-thermal pasteurization market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The non-thermal pasteurization market includes revenues earned by entities by ultraviolet (UV) light treatment and cold plasma treatment. 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.

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