Food Amino Acids Market Report 2025

The food amino acids market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $8.98 billion in 2024 to $10.0 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. Growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising urbanization and disposable incomes, increasing consumer focus on health and nutrition, the expansion of sports and fitness culture, growing demand for dietary supplements, and the development of global processed food supply chains.

The food amino acids market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.18 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11%. Projected growth in the forecast period is expected to stem from increasing demand for clean-label and natural food products, the expansion of plant-based protein applications, greater consumer preference for functional foods, rising investments in the health and wellness sectors, and increasing global consumption of meat and dairy products. Key trends anticipated for the forecast period include partnerships between established ingredient manufacturers and emerging biotech startups, investments in low-carbon production technologies, circular economy initiatives, the rise of biotech hubs and free trade zones, end-to-end collaborations across the value chain, and the integration of digital tools for demand forecasting, inventory management, and customer relationship management.

The growing awareness of health is expected to drive the expansion of the food amino acid market in the coming years. Health awareness refers to an individual’s understanding and proactive attention to physical, mental, and nutritional well-being. This awareness is increasing largely due to the widespread effects of chronic diseases and global pandemics, which have underscored the importance of preventive healthcare and a strong immune system. Food amino acids contribute to overall well-being by aiding in muscle repair, enhancing immune function, and supporting the production of hormones and enzymes essential for bodily processes. For example, in May 2022, an online survey conducted by the International Food Information Council - a U.S.-based non-profit organization - involving 1,005 Americans aged 18 to 80 found that around 52% of respondents followed a specific diet or eating pattern in 2022, up from 39% in 2021. The most common approaches were clean eating (16%), mindful eating (14%), and calorie counting (13%). As a result, rising health awareness is contributing to the growth of the food amino acid market.

Companies in the food amino acid market are increasingly focusing on the development of innovative products, such as leucine-enriched essential amino acid blends, to support muscle health, enhance nutritional content, and cater to growing demand for functional and preventive nutrition. These leucine-enriched amino acid formulations are designed to promote muscle protein synthesis, aid recovery, and improve physical performance, making them particularly beneficial for older adults and active individuals. For instance, in November 2023, Ajinomoto Company (Thailand) Limited, a Thailand-based food manufacturer, introduced AminoMOF - a next-generation amino acid dietary supplement formulated with Japan-sourced collagen and a leucine-enriched blend of eight essential amino acids. This product was created to support muscle and joint restoration, targeting Thailand’s aging population of over four million people facing muscle loss and mobility issues.

In August 2022, Grand Pharmaceutical Group Limited, a Hong Kong-based pharmaceutical company, acquired Hubei Provincial Bafeng Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition aims to expand Grand Pharma’s portfolio of high-quality amino acid products, strengthen its leadership in amino acid active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) registrations in China, and boost its competitiveness in the amino acid sector. Hubei Provincial Bafeng Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals Share Co., Ltd. is a China-based manufacturer specializing in amino acid APIs and related preparations used in food applications.

Major players in the food amino acids market are Cargill Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, BASF SE, Evonik Industries AG, Koninklijke DSM N.V., Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Wacker Chemie AG, Meihua Holdings Group Co. Ltd., Fufeng Group, Daesang Corporation, Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co. Ltd., Prinova NAGASE Group LLC, Global Bio-chem Technology Group Company Limited., Shandong Jiejing Group Co. Ltd., Kemin Industries, Novus International Inc., Taiyo International, Tocris Bioscience, Sunrise Nutrachem Group, Pangaea Sciences Inc., Kyowa Hakko Bio Co. Ltd., Sichuan Tongsheng Amino Acid Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the food amino acids market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in food amino acids report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the food amino acids market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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 accelerated imposition of U.S. tariffs and the emerging trade conflicts in spring 2025 are significantly influencing the food and beverage sector by raising the costs for imported ingredients including olive oil, cheese, and tropical fruits, forcing food brands to reformulate products or accept lower margins. Beverage makers face similar pressures, with aluminum can tariffs increasing packaging expenses. Retaliatory tariffs on U.S. agricultural exports (e.g., soybeans, pork) have also disrupted farm-to-processing supply chains. Companies are reformulating recipes, sourcing locally where possible, and hedging commodity purchases to manage volatility.

Food amino acids are the amino acids naturally present in dietary proteins and released during digestion. Once absorbed into the bloodstream, they are utilized by the body to build and repair tissues, produce enzymes and hormones, and support a wide range of metabolic functions. Common dietary sources include meat, dairy products, eggs, soy, legumes, and grains.

The primary types of food amino acids include glutamic acid, lysine, tryptophan, methionine, phenylalanine, and others. Glutamic acid is a non-essential amino acid frequently found in foods and valued as a flavor enhancer due to its umami taste. Sources of food amino acids include chemical synthesis, fermentation, and protein hydrolysis. They are available in liquid and powder forms and can originate from plant-based, animal-based, or synthetic sources. Applications span nutraceuticals and dietary supplements, infant formula, food fortification, convenience foods, and other uses.

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The food amino acids market consists of sales of nutritional supplements, flavor enhancers, and functional ingredients in processed foods, dietary products, and sports nutrition. 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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