Europe Omega-3 Ingredients for Pharmaceuticals Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030

Europe Omega-3 Ingredients for Pharmaceuticals Market Analysis and Size

The elderly population is anticipated to create an opportunity for products assuring to lower cholesterol and improve heart health, especially in Europe. Presently, numerous research studies are taking place which is anticipated to create a competitive advantage for several manufacturers to develop new and innovative omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals. Increasing lifestyle and age-related diseases in Europe is consequently improving the growth of the supplements & functional foods segment with a revenue share of 52%.

 Data Bridge Market Research analyses a growth rate in the omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market in the forecast period 2023-2030. The expected CAGR of omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market is tend to be around 10.5% in the mentioned forecast period. The market is valued at USD 158.12 million in 2022, and it would grow upto USD 351.47 million by 2030. In addition to the market insights such as market value, growth rate, market segments, geographical coverage, market players, and market scenario, the market report curated by the Data Bridge Market Research team also includes in-depth expert analysis, patient epidemiology, pipeline analysis, pricing analysis, and regulatory framework.

Europe Omega-3 Ingredients for Pharmaceuticals Market Scope and Segmentation

Market Definition

Omega 3 ingredients are naturally occurring polyunsaturated fatty acids and nutrients that are essential for optimal human health. There are three kinds of omega 3 ingredients, namely, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), alpha-linoleic acid (ALA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). EPA and DHA are mostly extracted from fish and ALA is mainly extracted from plants sources such as seeds and nuts.

Europe Omega-3 Ingredients for Pharmaceuticals Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Increasing Demand of Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) type is in higher demand due to the increasing utilization of the product in infant formulas for the betterment of the overall health of an infant. In the human diet, DHA is the most vital and abundant omega-3 fatty acid, which helps in maintaining the overall health of the human body. DHA is a main component for the development and maturity of an infant's brain and eyesight. Furthermore, it is extensively used in nutritional supplements and fortified foods. It is also widely used in treating dementia, coronary artery disease (CAD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and Type 2 diabetes. DHA helped in increasing f longevity have also resulted in its use in elderly nutrition products. Thus, this factor increases the growth of the market.

• Rising Consumption of Omega-3 Supplements Among Adult Consumers

Omega-3 fatty acids, mainly EPA and DHA, are required in the human diet for proper growth, development, and good health. These have been found to be very beneficial for heart health, joint and inflammation support, cognitive function, eye health, pregnancy and healthy child development, and immune function, among other benefits. Also, algae omega-3 ingredients used in dietary supplements, with the primary focus of EPA-only products, will be the future focus of the market in the region. Also, consumers are looking for several new developments in omega-3 products and their focus on particular health benefits. The benefits of omega-3s in protecting adult eyes from age-related macular degeneration and dry eye syndrome are also influencing the market growth. This factor improves the market growth.

Opportunities

• Huge growth in concentrated forms of algal omega-3 ingredients

New ultra-high concentrated omega-3 ingredients offer several benefits to consumers willing to pay a higher premium price for high-end products. Several suppliers are investing in the production of high concentrated algal omega-3 products, estimating increased demand to drive the sales. The market for concentrates has also been increasing, as more consumers become aware of the benefits of algal omega-3 and seek the benefits of higher doses. Several major companies are involved in omega-3 manufacturing that has started to strategically capitalize the existing business expansion opportunity.

• Increasing Research Activities

Numerous research studies have developed a link between consumption of fatty fish and lowering of coronary heart diseases. For instance, fish oils are widely used as a supplement to balance the required dietary intake of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Furthermore, several local players, such as Pharma Nord, have launched mega-3 dietary supplements targeting varied sets of population. For instance, the company’s pure and natural fish oil in capsules which are widely available in a natural lemon flavor, is targeted toward children to increase their health benefits, thus leading to its increased purchases by parents. Thus, this factor helps to create much opportunities for the growth of the market.

Restraints/Challenges

• Side Effects of omega-3 ingredients

There are various side-effects associated with the omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals. Effects such as burping, diarrhea, heartburn, joint pain, stomach pain or discomfort, vomiting, constipation, nausea. Thus, these adverse effects affect the growth rate by decreasing the adoption of omega-3. This impedes the market growth.

• Increasing Negative Consumer Perception About omega-3 ingredients

Negative consumer perception associated with the smell and taste of omega-3 ingredients is also anticipated to limit the growth of the market. These unstable fatty acids can damage through enzymatic or chemical oxidation to form compounds that give foods a fishy smell. Additionally, fresh fish oil has no fishy taste or smell, just like fresh fish. People feel hesitant to adopt for omega-3 ingredients. Thus, this hampers the market growth.

This omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.

Recent Development

• In 2021, Omega-3 related supplier GC Rieber VivoMega announced its plans to enhance production facilities and storage tanks to accommodate more ingredients in the upcoming years.
• In 2021, KD Pharma Group introduced Alga3, a sustainable, vegan omega-3 solution. KD Nutra's superior technology and production flexibility enable for a huge range of omega-3 concentrates. The company can personalize the EPA and DHA ratio on customer needs, and for any kd-pür fish oil, there is a matching Alga3 plant-based solution.
• In 2021, AlgaeCytes Limited announced plans to build its first commercial plant in Dessau, Saxon-Anhalt, Germany. The plant will be owned and operated by the Company’s German subsidiary, AlgaeCytes Germany GmbH.

Europe Omega-3 Ingredients for Pharmaceuticals Market Scope

The Omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market is segmented on the basis of source, type, forms, therapeutic areas, population type, and distribution channel. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Source

• Marine
• Plant

Type

• Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)
• Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)
• Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)

Forms

• Liquid
• Dry

Therapeutic Areas

• Cardiovascular Diseases
• Autoimmune Diseases
• Bone & Joint Disorders
• Neurological Disorders
• Ophthalmic Disorders
• Skin Health
• Cancer
• Others

Population Type

• Adults
• Children

Distribution Channel

• Direct
• Indirect

Omega-3 Ingredients for Pharmaceuticals Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The Omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market is analyzed and market size insights and trends are provided by source, type, forms, therapeutic areas, population type, and distribution channel as referenced above.

The major countries covered in the Omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market report are Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe.

Germany has been witnessing a positive growth for Omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market throughout the forecasted period due to the increased the algal-based EPA ingredients and fortified products. The U.K. government has increased the recommendation of EPA and DHA in the regular diet of an adult, from 200 mg to 450 mg. The consumption pattern is different in the U.K. as only 27% consume oily fish, and majority of the adults and children depend on other sources of EPA and DHA in supplementary dietary products.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impacts the current and future trends of the market. Also, the presence and availability of Europe brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.   

Competitive Landscape and Europe Omega-3 Ingredients for Pharmaceuticals Market Share Analysis

The Omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, Europe presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to Omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market.

Key players operating in the Omega-3 ingredients for pharmaceuticals market include:

• Avestia Pharma (India)
• Novasep (France)
• AbbVie Inc. (U.S.)
• KD Pharma Group (Japan)
• BASF SE (Germany)
• Corbion (Netherlands)
• DSM (Netherlands)
• AstraZeneca (U.K.)
• GSK plc. (U.K.)
• Fresenius Kabi AG (Germany)
• Croda International Plc (U.S.)
• AMARIN CORPORATION (Ireland)
• ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (U.S.)
• Epax (Norway)
• Strides Pharma Science Limited (India)
• Pharma Marine AS (Norway)
• KinOmega Biopharm Inc. (China)
• Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (U.S.)

SKU-55584