Global Amino Acids Market, By Type (Single Amino Acid and Amino Acid Mixes), Application (Animal Feed, Food & Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Dietary Supplements, Sports Nutrition, Farmers/Bio-Stimulants Industry, Cell Culture Media, Cosmetics, and Personal Care), Purity Level (Amino Acid 99%, Amino Acid More Than 99%, Amino Acid 90%, Amino Acid 80%, Amino Acid 70%, and Amino Acid Less Than 60%), Form (Powder, Granules, Liquid, Pellet, and Others), Product Category (Microbial Amino Acid, Plant-Based Amino Acid, and Synthetic Amino Acid), Function (Fortification, Energy Booster, Flavor Enhancer, Preservative, Muscle Growth, Immunity Booster, and Others), Distribution Channel (Direct and Indirect) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031.
Amino Acids Market Analysis and Size
Increasing demand for amino acids in various industries such as food and beverages, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and animal feed, advancement in biotechnology used for the production of amino acids, and increasing the acceptability of amino acids for medicinal properties are the major factors driving the market growth. However, the major factors restraining the market growth are the complicated manufacturing process and the high logistic cost of amino acid production. On the other hand, the availability of different types of amino acids is expected to act as an opportunity for market growth. However, the implementation of strict regulations for the commercialization of amino acid products is expected to act as a challenge to market growth.
Data Bridge Market Research analyzes that the global amino acids market is expected to reach USD 68,086,885.86 thousand by 2031 from USD 42,909,772.35 thousand in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 6.0% in the forecast period of 2024 to 2031.
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Report Metric
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Details
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Forecast Period
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2024 to 2031
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Base Year
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2023
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Historic Years
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2022 (Customizable to 2016 - 2021)
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Quantitative Units
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Revenue in USD Thousand, Volume in Kilo Tons
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Segments Covered
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Type (Single Amino Acid and Amino Acid Mixes), Application (Animal Feed, Food & Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Dietary Supplements, Sports Nutrition, Farmers/Bio-Stimulants Industry, Cell Culture Media, Cosmetics, and Personal Care), Purity Level (Amino Acid 99%, Amino Acid More Than 99%, Amino Acid 90%, Amino Acid 80%, Amino Acid 70%, and Amino Acid Less Than 60%), Form (Powder, Granules, Liquid, Pellet, and Others), Product Category (Microbial Amino Acid, Plant-Based Amino Acid, and Synthetic Amino Acid), Function (Fortification, Energy Booster, Flavor Enhancer, Preservative, Muscle Growth, Immunity Booster, and Others), Distribution Channel (Direct and Indirect)
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Countries Covered
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U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Russia, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Rest of Europe, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, Philippines, Singapore, Rest of Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America, U.A.E., Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Kuwait, and Rest of Middle East and Africa
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Market Players Covered
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Novus International, Inc., Pangaea Sciences, Pacific Rainbow International, Inc., NIPPON RIKA CO., LTD, AMINO GmbH, Sichuan Tongsheng Amino acid Co., Ltd, Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd., BCF Life Sciences, Paras Intermediates Private Ltd., Global Bio-chem Technology Group Company Limited, MEIHUA HOLDINGS GROUP CO., LTD., Sumitomo Chemical, Ajinomoto Co., Inc., CJ CHEILJEDANG CORP., Merck KGaA, DAESANG, KYOWA HAKKO BIO CO.,LTD., FUFENG GROUP, Adisseo, ADM, Vedan International (Holdings) Limited, and Evonik Industries AG among others
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Market Definition
Amino acids are molecules that combine to form proteins. Amino acids and proteins are the building blocks of life. They form a substantial part of both animal and human nutrition. In the human body, they are necessary for vital processes, such as the synthesis of neurotransmitters and hormones. They are advantageous for nourishing the immune system, fighting arthritis and cancer, and treating rectal diseases and tinnitus. Nowadays, the demand for amino acids is increasing as they assist in improving conditions such as depression, sleep disorders, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), smoking cessation, bruxism, and Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). They are also found in abundance in red meat, seafood, eggs, dairy products, and soy products.
Global Amino Acids Market Dynamics
This section deals with understanding the market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and restraints. All of this is discussed in detail below:
Drivers
- Increasing Demand for Amino Acids in Various Industries
The rising demand for amino acids in the food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, animal feed chemical, and other industries is due to the health benefits associated with them. The rising health consciousness of consumers has raised the demand for healthier food products. This has encouraged food and beverage manufacturers to produce products infused with essential nutrients such as amino acids, which has resulted in a rise in demand. Furthermore, bodybuilders and athletes are turning to protein-rich foods to improve their performance and muscle building. Among these items are sports supplements such as energy drinks, nutrition bars, reduced carbohydrate meals, and nutrition supplements. Several amino acids are employed in muscle development and bodybuilding supplements. It is necessary to consume protein and amino acids to grow muscle.
Amino acids play an important role in manufacturing various products including food and beverages and various chemicals. Thus, the demand for amino acids in various industries for multiple purposes is boosting market growth.
- Advancements in Biotechnology used for the Production of Amino Acids
Biotechnological approaches are commonly used to manufacture amino acids as they are important in the synthesis of amino acids. Modern biotechnology is used to boost output yield. For instance, genetic and metabolic engineering are employed to enhance strains. However, enzyme catalysis will likely continue to be the primary approach for producing amino acids and their derivatives.
Various microbial cells have been used as hosts to produce amino acids, which are primary metabolites. Metabolic engineering research on the rational design of amino acid-producing microbial cells has recently proved effective. Furthermore, systems biology technology has been applied to metabolic engineering to create amino acid-producing microbial cells. New methods such as synthetic biology, single-cell analysis, and evolutionary engineering are currently being used to construct amino acid-producing microbial cells. Microbial organisms have also created valuable chemicals from amino acids.
Hence, the technological advancements in the production of amino acids have made the production of amino acids quite easier and more efficient, which has led to more manufacturers entering the market and helping to increase the production capacity of already existing market players, thereby driving market growth.
Opportunity
- Increasing Demand for Amino Acids in Dietary Supplements
The amino acids are widely popular as dietary supplements among athletes and physically active individuals owing to their ability to treat sprain, muscle soreness, and mental fatigue. The demand for amino acid supplements is increasing as they help enhance performance and nitrogen retention, increase muscle mass, and prevent sports anemia by promoting an increased synthesis of hemoglobin, oxidative enzymes, and myoglobin during aerobic training. The above-mentioned factor is expected to boost the demand for amino acid supplements and will provide lucrative opportunities for market growth. Moreover, the health benefits of amino acids for dietary supplements such as enhancing the musculoskeletal system, regulating digestion, maintaining body weight, supporting the immune system, enforcing a healthy sleep cycle, and others among consumers are increasing the demand for amino acids supplements, which in turn increases the demand for amino acids among dietary supplement manufacturers. The rising demand for amino acid supplements among consumers to lead the desired lifestyle is enabling manufacturers to launch new products in the market.
The increasing demand for amino acids among consumers, coupled with rising awareness related to their health benefits, is expected to provide immense opportunities for market growth.
Restraint
- Complicated Manufacturing Processes Associated with Amino Acids
Amino acid synthesis is the collection of biological mechanisms (metabolic pathways) that create amino acids. Companies use fermentation to create amino acids from nature. The raw materials and intermediates must be supplied in sufficient amounts and on schedule otherwise, the process would be hampered as an amino acid is produced using a sophisticated chemical synthesis utilizing difficult-to-handle raw materials. Furthermore, the process employs a multi-component system with solvates and compounds, which adds to the manufacturing process's complexity. As a result, a suitable plant setup and skilled workers are necessary for the amino acid synthesis process. It also requires an understanding and knowledge of chain reactions, making it complicated to manufacture. Along with that, it is very important to comply with government regulations and restrictions for the production of amino acids, which makes the process more difficult and requires more supervision making it complicated, thus restraining the market growth.
Challenge
- High Competition among the Market Players
The high competition among the already existing market players is posing a significant challenge for the new players who wish to enter the market as several players are offering amino acids products in high quality for different end-users including food & beverages manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry, dietary supplements manufacturers, and others. The existing players in the market, such as Ajinomoto Co., Inc., EVONIK INDUSTRIES, ADM, Sichuan Tongsheng Amino acid Co., Ltd, and others offer a large number of different amino acid products for different applications and are constantly engaged in launching new products with high-quality, therefore, causing major competition in the market. Moreover, there are some local players and small-scale manufacturers that offer low-quality products or counterfeit products at cheaper prices, which are affecting the market growth. In addition, an increase in the number of manufacturers offering a wide range of amino acids for different applications will cause tough competition for other players in the market.
Recent Developments
- In April 2023, Adisseo announced the construction of a new powder methionine plant in Fujian Province in China with an annual production capacity of 150 kilotons. The anticipated total investment for this project is approximately USD 0.68 billion. The operational commencement of the plant is expected for the year 2027. This strategic initiative is poised to significantly enhance the production capabilities and market presence, positioning the company for sustained growth in the dynamic feed additives sector
- In January 2022, Merck KGaA collaborated with Absci to deploy its Bionic Protein non-standard amino acid technology to produce enzymes tailored for Merck’s biomanufacturing applications. This helped the company extend its research work
Global Amino Acids Market Scope
The global amino acids market is segmented into seven notable segments based on type, application, purity level, form, product category, function, and distribution channel. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze major growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to make strategic decisions to identify core market applications.
Type
- Single Amino Acid
- Amino Acid Mixes
On the basis of type, the market is segmented into single amino acid and amino acid mixes.
Application
- Animal Feed
- Food & Beverages
- Pharmaceutical
- Dietary Supplements
- Sports Nutrition
- Farmers/Bio-Stimulants Industry
- Cell Culture Media
- Cosmetics
- Personal Care
On the basis of application, the market is segmented into animal feed, food & beverages, pharmaceutical, dietary supplements, sports nutrition, farmers/bio-stimulants industry, cell culture media, cosmetics, and personal care.
Purity Level
- Amino Acid 99%
- Amino Acid More Than 99%
- Amino Acid 90%
- Amino Acid 80%
- Amino Acid 70%
- Amino Acid Less Than 60%
On the basis of purity level, the market is segmented into amino acid 99%, amino acid more than 99%, amino acid 90%, amino acid 80%, amino acid 70%, and amino acid less than 60%.
Form
- Powder
- Granules
- Liquid
- Pellet
- Others
- On the basis of form, the market is segmented into liquid, granules, powder, pellet, and others.
Product Category
- Microbial Amino Acid
- Plant-Based Amino Acid
- Synthetic Amino Acid
On the basis of product category, the market is segmented into plant-based amino acids, microbial amino acids, and synthetic amino acids.
Function
- Fortification
- Energy Booster
- Flavor Enhancer
- Preservative
- Muscle Growth
- Immunity Booster
- Others
On the basis of function, the market is segmented into immunity booster, preservative, flavor enhancer, fortification, muscle growth, energy booster, and others.
Distribution Channel
- Direct
- Indirect
On the basis of distribution channel, the market is segmented into direct and indirect.
Global Amino Acids Market Regional Analysis/Insights
The global amino acids market is segmented into seven notable segments based on type, application, purity level, form, product category, function, and distribution channel.
The countries covered in this market report are the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Russia, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, rest of Europe, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, Philippines, Singapore, rest of Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Argentina, rest of South America, U.A.E., Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Kuwait, and rest of Middle East and Africa.
The U.S. is expected to dominate the market in the North America region due to the increasing demand in the automotive industry. Germany is expected to dominate the market in the Europe region due to the rising demand for amino acids in various industries. China is expected to dominate the market in the Asia-Pacific region due to rising demand for amino acids in the food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, animal feed chemical, and other industries.
The country section of the report also provides individual market-impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data point downstream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends, Porter's five forces analysis, and case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, the impact of domestic tariffs, and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.
Competitive Landscape and Global Amino Acids Market Share Analysis
The global amino acids market competitive landscape provides details of competitors. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, production sites and facilities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product trials pipelines, product approvals, patents, product width and breadth, application dominance, and technology lifeline curve. The above data points provided are only related to the companies’ focus related to the market.
Some of the major market players operating in the market are Novus International, Inc., Pangaea Sciences, Pacific Rainbow International, Inc., NIPPON RIKA CO., LTD, AMINO GmbH, Sichuan Tongsheng Amino acid Co., Ltd, Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd., BCF Life Sciences, Paras Intermediates Private Ltd., Global Bio-chem Technology Group Company Limited, MEIHUA HOLDINGS GROUP CO., LTD., Sumitomo Chemical, Ajinomoto Co., Inc., CJ CHEILJEDANG CORP., Merck KGaA, DAESANG, KYOWA HAKKO BIO CO.,LTD., FUFENG GROUP, Adisseo, ADM, Vedan International (Holdings) Limited, and Evonik Industries AG among others.
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