Edible Three-Dimensional (3D) Printing Global Market Report 2025

The edible three-dimensional (3d) printing market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $0.92 billion in 2024 to $1.11 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing food demand, a growing global population, a growing consumer electronics industry, an increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, and a growing manufacturing sector adopting 3D printing.

The edible three-dimensional (3d) printing market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to " $2.42 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the growing trend of digital healthcare, growing consumer awareness about personalized solutions, growing demand throughout the food and drink industry, growing health consciousness, and growing demand for processed food. Major trends in the forecast period include the incorporation of sustainable protein sources, demand for personalized nutrition, integration of smart technology, development of 3D-printed food with precise nutrient compositions, and innovations in material science.

The forecast of 21.5% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.4% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US by raising prices for specialized food-grade printing materials from Israel and Singapore, disrupting innovative food manufacturing.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The growing demand for ready-to-eat food products is expected to drive the expansion of the edible 3D printing market. Ready-to-eat (RTE) foods are fully prepared, packaged, and designed for immediate consumption without requiring additional cooking or preparation. Factors such as busy lifestyles, urbanization, increased availability, and time-saving meal options contribute to the rising demand for these products. Edible 3D printing supports this trend by enabling the rapid production of customized and visually appealing meals, enhancing convenience through automation while catering to consumer preferences for healthy and innovative food options. For example, in October 2023, Archer Daniels Midland, a US-based food processing company, reported that the ready-to-eat meal market experienced a 10.6% increase in sales in 2022, reaching approximately $16.4 billion. Furthermore, the market is projected to expand by 21% between 2022 and 2027, reaching an estimated $19.9 billion by the end of the forecast period. This growing demand is fueling advancements in the edible 3D printing industry.

Companies in the edible 3D printing market are focused on developing advanced food 3D printers to provide personalized nutrition solutions. These machines utilize additive manufacturing technology to create food items by layering ingredients according to a digital design, allowing for customized shapes, textures, and structures. In January 2024, Revo Foods GmbH, an Austria-based food-tech company, introduced the Food Fabricator X2, the world’s first industrial-scale 3D printer for food production. This innovative system features a multi-nozzle setup for continuous production and a high-precision extrusion mechanism, enabling manufacturers to blend different ingredients into predefined structures. The Food Fabricator X2 facilitates mass customization by allowing flexible control over product parameters such as size, shape, material, and texture without the need for hardware modifications. Revo Foods aims to leverage this technology to scale production and has opened investment opportunities to support its expansion.

In October 2022, Mycorena AB, a Sweden-based mycoprotein manufacturer, partnered with Revo Foods GmbH to advance 3D food printing for vegan seafood and whole-cut product alternatives. This collaboration seeks to combine the meat-like texture of mycoprotein with the shape flexibility of 3D printing, bridging the gap between animal-based and plant-based products. By enhancing consumer acceptance and accelerating the adoption of meat alternatives, the partnership aims to revolutionize the market for sustainable food options. Revo Foods GmbH specializes in 3D food printing and continues to innovate in this field.

Edible 3D printing is an innovative technology that constructs customized, three-dimensional food structures by layering edible materials such as chocolate, dough, or puree using a 3D food printer. This method provides precise control over shape, texture, flavor, and nutritional composition, making it valuable for personalized nutrition, culinary innovation, and specialized dietary needs.

The primary types of edible 3D printing technology include extrusion-based printing, binder jetting, selective laser sintering, and inkjet printing. Extrusion-based printing forms 3D food structures by layering soft materials such as chocolate or dough through a nozzle. It is used in various applications, including 3D-printed sugar, chocolate, and pasta, and serves end-users such as restaurants, bakeries, confectioneries, and individual consumers.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid implementation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a notable impact on the food and beverage sector. Rising costs for imported ingredients such as olive oil, cheese, and tropical fruits are pressuring food manufacturers to either reformulate their products or absorb reduced profit margins. Beverage producers are similarly affected, with tariffs on aluminum cans driving up packaging costs. Meanwhile, retaliatory tariffs on U.S. agricultural exports like soybeans and pork are disrupting farm-to-processor supply chains. In response, companies are adjusting recipes, increasing local sourcing, and using commodity hedging strategies to manage price volatility.

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Major players in the edible three-dimensional (3d) printing market are The Hershey Company, Barilla Group, Markforged Inc., Modern Meadow Inc., BeeHex LLC, Revo Foods, 3P Innovation, Wiiboox, Biozoon GmbH, Cocoa Press LLC, FELIXprinters B.V., Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories, ByFlow, Natural Machines Ltd., Sugar Lab Inc., Dovetailed, Print4Taste GmbH, La Pâtisserie Numérique SAS, Chocola3D, Changxing Shiyin Technology Co. Ltd., 3Desserts Graphiques.

North America was the largest region in the edible three-dimensional (3D) printing market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in edible three-dimensional (3D) printing report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the edible three-dimensional (3D) printing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The edible three-dimensional (3D) printing market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as nutritional personalization, education and culinary innovation, and alternative protein production. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The edible three-dimensional (3D) printing market includes sales of three-dimensional (3D) printers, food printing materials, and custom-designed food items. 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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