The global fermented ingredients market attained a value of nearly USD 18.02 Billion in 2024. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.10% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a value of USD 43.05 Billion by 2034.
The Asia Pacific region is anticipated to be the fastest-growing fermented ingredients market. The key reasons for the growth of the market are the growing population in countries like India and China, westernisation, increasing per capita income, rising middle-class population, and increased demand for healthy and nutritious food and beverage products with natural ingredients. The improving agricultural growth over the past decade and the advancements in the food and beverage industry in this region have resulted in new opportunities for the fermented ingredients industry. Another factor contributing to the growth of this market is the untapped regions that are not completely tapped by fermented ingredient manufacturers.
The pharmaceutical industry is anticipated to be the fastest-growing application segment in the forecast period. The ingredients are mostly used in the biopharmaceutical industry, which has experienced rapid growth in recent years. The segment is expected to be driven by the rising biopharmaceutical industry during the forecast period. Due to its high efficiency, the biopharmaceutical sector is booming. It is regarded as modern science's most profound and elegant achievement innovation, thereby boosting the segment growth.
Amino acid-based fermented ingredients are increasingly being used by food manufacturers to preserve foods and produce high-quality fermented and alcoholic beverages. Thus, the growing awareness regarding food preservation is driving the market growth of fermented ingredients globally. The increased health consciousness among the public about the benefits of consuming fermented foods is propelling the market growth forward. Fermented ingredients are made up of beneficial bacteria and yeast that break down carbs, starches, and sugars in food and can be used to make kimchi, tempeh, kombucha, and yoghurt. In line with this, the increased demand for fermented ingredients in the pharmaceutical industry is also contributing to market expansion. These substances are commonly used to break down molecules in aerobic or anaerobic environments and increase the bioavailability of therapeutic compounds. Also, the high demand for antibiotics and lifestyle-based ailments such as obesity and digestive issues are expected to drive the global fermented ingredients industry over the predicted years. Other factors, including the increasing utilisation of fermented ingredients in animal feed and extensive research and development activities, are anticipated to drive market growth in the world.
Europe and Asia Pacific to be Among the Significant Regional Markets for Fermented Ingredients
Europe is expected to witness significant growth in the forecast period. France is a significant contributor to market growth and is also the fastest-growing market in Europe. High consumption of alcohol, cheese, and yoghurt is a key factor in augmenting the market growth in Europe. The increasing demand for fermented ingredients by cosmetics and skin care product manufacturers is further driving the market growth in Europe. Also, increasing awareness about the health benefits of fermented items among youth is expected to fuel the market growth in the region.The Asia Pacific region is anticipated to be the fastest-growing fermented ingredients market. The key reasons for the growth of the market are the growing population in countries like India and China, westernisation, increasing per capita income, rising middle-class population, and increased demand for healthy and nutritious food and beverage products with natural ingredients. The improving agricultural growth over the past decade and the advancements in the food and beverage industry in this region have resulted in new opportunities for the fermented ingredients industry. Another factor contributing to the growth of this market is the untapped regions that are not completely tapped by fermented ingredient manufacturers.
Food and Beverage and Pharmaceutical Segment to Hold a Significant Market Share
The fermented ingredients market finds its major application in food and beverage and pharmaceuticals. The food and beverage market is expected to dominate the market in terms of usage of the product. The segment growth is driven by a growing population and increased consumption of various ready-to-eat foods and beverages . The increasing consumption of beer is also increasing the market share of the food and beverage industry in the global market.The pharmaceutical industry is anticipated to be the fastest-growing application segment in the forecast period. The ingredients are mostly used in the biopharmaceutical industry, which has experienced rapid growth in recent years. The segment is expected to be driven by the rising biopharmaceutical industry during the forecast period. Due to its high efficiency, the biopharmaceutical sector is booming. It is regarded as modern science's most profound and elegant achievement innovation, thereby boosting the segment growth.
Market Segmentations
The report titled “Fermented Ingredients Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:Market Breakup by Type
- Amino Acids
- Organic Acids
- Polymers
- Vitamins
- Industrial Enzymes
- Antibiotic
Market Breakup by Form
- Dry
- Liquid
Market Breakup by Application
- Food and Beverages
- Feed
- Pharmaceutical
- Industrial
- Others
Market Breakup by Region
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
Amino acid-based fermented ingredients are increasingly being used by food manufacturers to preserve foods and produce high-quality fermented and alcoholic beverages. Thus, the growing awareness regarding food preservation is driving the market growth of fermented ingredients globally. The increased health consciousness among the public about the benefits of consuming fermented foods is propelling the market growth forward. Fermented ingredients are made up of beneficial bacteria and yeast that break down carbs, starches, and sugars in food and can be used to make kimchi, tempeh, kombucha, and yoghurt. In line with this, the increased demand for fermented ingredients in the pharmaceutical industry is also contributing to market expansion. These substances are commonly used to break down molecules in aerobic or anaerobic environments and increase the bioavailability of therapeutic compounds. Also, the high demand for antibiotics and lifestyle-based ailments such as obesity and digestive issues are expected to drive the global fermented ingredients industry over the predicted years. Other factors, including the increasing utilisation of fermented ingredients in animal feed and extensive research and development activities, are anticipated to drive market growth in the world.
Key Players in the Global Market for Fermented Ingredients
The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global fermented ingredients market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Cargill, Incorporated
- International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (Dupont)
- Ohly
- Lonza Group Ltd
- Döhler GmbH
- Others
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Global Fermented Ingredients Market Analysis
6 North America Fermented Ingredients Market Analysis
7 Europe Fermented Ingredients Market Analysis
8 Asia Pacific Fermented Ingredients Market Analysis
9 Latin America Fermented Ingredients Market Analysis
10 Middle East and Africa Fermented Ingredients Market Analysis
11 Market Dynamics
13 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Cargill, Incorporated
- International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (Dupont)
- Ohly
- Lonza Group Ltd
- Döhler GmbH
Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 168 |
Published | July 2025 |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 6 |