Omega 3 Ingredients Market Growth, Trends | Industry Forecast, 2032

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4 min readJul 24, 2024

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IMARC Group’s report titled “Omega 3 Ingredients Market Report by Type (Alpha-linolenic Acid (ALA), Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)), Source (Marine Source, Plant Source), Application (Supplements and Functional Foods, Pharmaceuticals, Infant Formula, Animal Feed), and Region 2024–2032”. The global omega 3 ingredients market size reached US$ 2.9 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 6.4 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.08% during 2024–2032.

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Factors Affecting the Growth of the Omega 3 Ingredients Industry:

  • Rising Awareness about Health Benefits:

Increasing consumer awareness about the health benefits of omega-3 intake is contributing to the market growth. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish oils and certain plant sources, are essential nutrients known to reduce inflammation, lower the risk of heart disease, and support brain health. Increasing public understanding of these benefits through educational campaigns and health research is driving the demand for omega-3 fortified foods, supplements, and medicines. This growing awareness is driving consumers to seek out products that are fortified with omega-3. Additionally, medical professionals are recommending omega-3 supplements as part of a healthy diet, further boosting the market demand.

  • Technological Advances in Extraction and Processing:

Technological advances in extraction and processing have made it possible to more efficiently extract omega-3 fatty acids from a wider range of sources, including algae, krill, and fish. Improved extraction methods not only increase the purity and concentration of omega-3s in products, but also reduce environmental impact and production costs. Additionally, advances in encapsulation technology have increased the stability and shelf life of omega-3 ingredients, making them more attractive to food and beverage manufacturers. These technological improvements are expanding the use of omega-3 ingredients across a variety of industries, including dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and functional foods.

  • Rising Application Areas:

Omega-3s are increasingly being incorporated into functional foods and beverages, infant formulas, pet foods, and clinical nutrition products. This diversification is primarily driven by growing consumer demand for incorporating health-promoting ingredients into everyday products. Additionally, the inclusion of omega-3s in infant formulas is supported by research suggesting a positive impact on brain development. Additionally, the pet food industry is incorporating these nutrients to promote pet health and longevity. Expansion into new application areas not only creates new revenue streams for omega-3 ingredient manufacturers, but also gives consumers more options for incorporating these essential nutrients into their diets.

Leading Companies Operating in the Global Omega 3 Ingredients Industry:

  • Aker BioMarine ASA
  • Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
  • BASF SE
  • Cargill Incorporated
  • Cellana Inc.
  • Clover Corporation Limited
  • Corbion N.V.
  • Croda International Plc
  • Koninklijke DSM N.V.
  • Omega Protein Corporation (Cooke Inc.)
  • Pelagia AS
  • Pharma Marine AS
  • Polaris

Omega 3 Ingredients Market Report Segmentation:

By Type:

  • Alpha-linolenic Acid (ALA)
  • Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)
  • Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)

The market has been divided into alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA).

By Source:

  • Marine Source
  • Plant Source

Marine source exhibits a clear dominance in the market due to its high concentration of EPA and DHA, which are essential fats not produced by the body and must be obtained through diet.

By Application:

  • Supplements and Functional Foods
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Infant Formula
  • Animal Feed

Supplements and functional foods represent the largest segment attributed to the growing awareness about the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and the increasing demand for health-enhancing products.

Regional Insights:

  • North America (United States, Canada)
  • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Others)
  • Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others)
  • Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)
  • Middle East and Africa

North America dominates the market owing to the high awareness about dietary supplements, the presence of major market players, and the increasing prevalence of heart diseases, which has boosted the demand for omega-3 supplements.

Global Omega 3 Ingredients Market Trends:

The growing trend of personalization and customized nutrition, driven by advances in genetic testing and digital health technologies, allows consumers to tailor their nutritional intake based on their personal health profile and specific health goals. This is creating opportunities for manufacturers to develop personalized omega-3 formulations that address unique dietary needs and preferences, from optimizing heart health to improving cognitive function.

Furthermore, the convergence of technology and nutrition is spurring the creation of innovative delivery systems, such as microencapsulation, to increase the bioavailability of omega-3s and enhance their health benefits.

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