by The global food safety testing market size is calculated at USD 24.95 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 51.88 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 7.59%.
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Key Takeaways
- Asia Pacific dominated the global market with the largest market share of 41% in 2024.
- By food tested, the processed food segment has held 37% in 2024 and it is growing at a fastest CAGR over the forecast period.
- By type, pathogen has held a market share of 42% in 2024.
Market Drivers
The demand for food safety testing is increasing due to rising health concerns and the need to prevent food contamination. Governments worldwide are implementing stricter regulations to ensure food quality, while technological advancements are enabling more accurate and faster testing methods. The globalization of the food supply chain has further emphasized the importance of food safety testing.
Market Opportunities
Advancements in automated testing solutions and AI-driven food safety analysis present significant opportunities for market growth. Emerging economies are investing in better food safety infrastructure, creating a strong demand for testing services. Furthermore, the rising adoption of organic and minimally processed foods is increasing the need for advanced safety testing techniques.
Market Challenges
The food safety testing market faces challenges such as the high cost of testing equipment and the need for skilled professionals to operate them. Inconsistent regulations across different countries create compliance hurdles for multinational food companies. Additionally, detecting contaminants in complex food matrices remains a major technical challenge.
Regional Insights
North America leads the market, with the U.S. implementing stringent food safety regulations and investing in advanced testing technologies. Europe follows, with strict policies ensuring food traceability and hygiene. Asia Pacific is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing government initiatives and a rise in food exports. Meanwhile, Latin America and Africa are gradually enhancing their food safety measures to meet international standards.
Food Safety Testing Market Companies
- SGS S.A.
- Eurofins SGS Group
- TUV SUD
- Bureau Veritas
- Intertek
- Agilent Technologies Inc
- Thermo fisher Scientific Inc
- Shimadzu Corporation
- PerkinElmer Inc
Latest Announcements
- In January 2025, the Indian Export Inspection Council (EIC) announced the expansion of food testing infrastructure by integrating advanced technologies such as IoT-based sampling techniques for boosting export processes.
- In December 2024, Neogen Corporation, an innovative leader in food safety announced the addition of its pioneering Neogen Petrifilm Bacillus cereus Count Plate method expanding its Petrifilm product portfolio. John Adent, Neogen’s President and CEO said that, “The Bacillus cereus bacteria is a pervasive threat within the food safety industry. For over 40 years, Petrifilm Plates have been a trusted method for microbial testing. Our new Bacillus cereus Count Plate continues this tradition of reliability and efficiency, helping food safety professionals address a critical need with a solution they can count on.”
Recent Developments
- In October 2024, Mérieux NutriSciences acquired the food testing business of Bureau Veritas including food laboratory testing services which are offered to across 15 countries through a network of 34 laboratories to food sector consumers.
- In July 2024, Alden announced its cutting-edge new suspended simultaneous sandwich assay (SSSA) for food safety and quality testing which will transform the food industry.
Segments Covered in the Report
This research report includes complete assessment of the market with the help of extensive qualitative and quantitative insights, and projections regarding the market. This report offers breakdown of market into prospective and niche sectors. Further, this research study calculates market revenue and its growth trend at global, regional, and country from 2024 to 2034. This report includes market segmentation and its revenue estimation by classifying it on the basis of application, technology and region as follows:
By Food Tested
- Beverages
- Meat, poultry, & seafood products
- Dairy & dairy product
- Cereal, grain, & pulse
- Processed food
- Others
By Target Tested
- Pathogens
- E. coli
- Salmonella
- Campylobacter
- Listeria
- Others
- Pesticides
- GMOs
- Mycotoxin
- Allergens
- Heavy metals
- Others
By Technology
- Traditional
- Rapid
- Convenience-based
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
- Immunoassay
- Chromatography & spectrometry
By Regional Outlook
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- U.K.
- Germany
- France
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
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