Astaxanthin Market Size
Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
CAGR | 7.80 % |
Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
Largest Market | North America |
Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Astaxanthin Market Analysis
The Global Astaxanthin Market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the astaxanthin market as the crisis has highlighted the significance of safe, healthy, and nutritive eating habits among consumers across the globe. A growing number of health-conscious individuals are more inclined towards natural food coloring agents with lesser adverse effects, as compared to other chemical products, which is an important driver estimated to boost market growth.
The demand for astaxanthin is expected to increase, due to its multiple applications in pharmaceutical, nutraceuticals, and feed industries, among others. Also, the unique color and properties associated with astaxanthin have led to its increased use in commercial aquacultures, food coloring, and others.
Moreover, the increasing adoption of nutrition-rich products is driving the nutraceutical industry at a significant rate. Hence, the demand for astaxanthin-based nutritional products is increasing across the globe. The increasing adoption of novel technologies to boost the production of astaxanthin is anticipated to propel growth over the forecast period. For instance, in 2022, ALGAMO produces photo-bioreactors and micro-modules to create astaxanthin while minimizing water waste and saving electricity.
Astaxanthin Market Trends
Growing Demand from Food Industry Set to Boost Market Growth
The consistent growth in the demand for astaxanthin particularly from the food industry is expected to boost the growth of the astaxanthin market during the forecast period. In the past few decades, astaxanthin is increasingly used as a food additive, owing to health benefits, including anti-inflammatory effects, improved immunity, and prevention of cerebrovascular and cardiovascular diseases, among others. Over the past decade, several studies have revealed that astaxanthin can play an important role in preventing photoaging, improving sleep, minimizing obesity, protecting the vocal cord, combating depression, and increasing sperm motility, among others.
Asia Pacific Holds A Significant Share
The Asia Pacific is observed to provide great opportunities for astaxanthin players, due to its following attributes- the presence of highly proactive consumers, with respect to personal wellness, and a large aging population, leading to several opportunities for healthy-aging ingredients and rapidly changing market conditions. In the Asia-Pacific region, India and China are considered to be potential markets, in terms of astaxanthin production, due to their large population. Moreover, rapid urbanization, high consumer disposable income levels, and increasing awareness about natural products are anticipated to propel the market in this region. The investments made by several global astaxanthin companies to increase their presence and reach in the region. For instance, the Icelandic-based astaxanthin ingredient and supplements producer Algalif (Reykjanesbaer), introduced its new IceCaps astaxanthin softness and its current Icelandic Harvest brand of finished astaxanthin dietary supplements in the Asia-Pacific countries.
Astaxanthin Industry Overview
The global astaxanthin market has many players and is highly competitive. The market is dominated by key global players; however, there is a significant presence of regional players. Leading manufacturers in the astaxanthin market focus to leverage opportunities posed by emerging markets of Asia-Pacific, like China and India, to expand their revenue base. The key brands are embarking on expansions, mergers and acquisitions, and new product development as some of their key strategies to enhance growth through investing, consolidating, and optimizing their offerings, respectively. Major players in the market are AstaReal Holdings Co. Ltd, KeyNatura, and BGG (Beijing Ginko Group), among others.
Astaxanthin Market Leaders
Cyanotech Corporation
Beijing Ginko Group
Koninklijke DSM N.V.
ENEOS Holdings, Inc.
BASF SE
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Astaxanthin Market News
- In 2021, Lycored expanded its line of astaxanthin products by launching an oleoresin created from Haematococcus Pluvialis algae designed for soft gels and a microencapsulated starch beadlet, cold water dispersible microencapsulated solution for beverages, and dry mixes in Branchburg, New Jersey.
- In 2021, AstaReal AB (Nacka, Sweden) introduced its natural astaxanthin to the European pet food and animal feed markets. The ingredient will be under the name Novasta and will create antioxidant-rich products for a range of animals in Nacka, Sweden.
- In 2020, DSM, announced the completion of its acquisition of Erber Group for an enterprise value of EUR 980 million in Heerlen, Netherlands.
Astaxanthin Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Drivers
4.2 Market Restraints
4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Type
5.1.1 Natural
5.1.2 Synthetic
5.2 Form
5.2.1 Liquid
5.2.2 Powder
5.3 Application
5.3.1 Food and Beverages
5.3.2 Dietary Supplements
5.3.3 Animal Feed
5.3.4 Cosmetics
5.3.5 Other Applications
5.4 Geography
5.4.1 North America
5.4.1.1 United States
5.4.1.2 Canada
5.4.1.3 Mexico
5.4.1.4 Rest of North America
5.4.2 Europe
5.4.2.1 Spain
5.4.2.2 United Kingdom
5.4.2.3 Germany
5.4.2.4 France
5.4.2.5 Italy
5.4.2.6 Russia
5.4.2.7 Rest of Europe
5.4.3 Asia-Pacific
5.4.3.1 China
5.4.3.2 Japan
5.4.3.3 India
5.4.3.4 Australia
5.4.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.4.4 South America
5.4.4.1 Brazil
5.4.4.2 Argentina
5.4.4.3 Rest of South America
5.4.5 Middle-East and Africa
5.4.5.1 South Africa
5.4.5.2 Saudi Arabia
5.4.5.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
6.2 Market Share Analysis
6.3 Company Profiles
6.3.1 Beijing Ginko Group (BGG)
6.3.2 Fuji Chemical Industries Co. Ltd
6.3.3 Cyanotech Corporation
6.3.4 Koninklijke DSM NV
6.3.5 BASF SE
6.3.6 Divi's Laboratories Ltd.
6.3.7 ENEOS Holdings, Inc.
6.3.8 Biogenic Co., Ltd.
6.3.9 Otsuka Holdings Co. Ltd
6.3.10 Alga Technologies Ltd
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Astaxanthin Industry Segmentation
Astaxanthin is a blood-red pigment and is produced naturally in the freshwater microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis and the yeast fungus Xanthophyllomyces dendrorhous, among others. When the algae are stressed by lack of nutrients, increased salinity, or excessive sunshine, it creates astaxanthin. The global astaxanthin market is segmented by type into natural and synthetic. By form, the market is segmented into liquid and power. By application market is segmented into food and beverage, dietary supplements, animal feed, cosmetics, and other applications. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle-East and Africa. The market sizing has been done in value terms in USD for all the abovementioned segments.
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Astaxanthin Market Research FAQs
What is the current Astaxanthin Market size?
The Astaxanthin Market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.80% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Astaxanthin Market?
Cyanotech Corporation, Beijing Ginko Group, Koninklijke DSM N.V., ENEOS Holdings, Inc. and BASF SE are the major companies operating in the Astaxanthin Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Astaxanthin Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Astaxanthin Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Astaxanthin Market.
What years does this Astaxanthin Market cover?
The report covers the Astaxanthin Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Astaxanthin Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Astaxanthin Industry Report
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