PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1831925
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1831925
The global lipids market size reached USD 11.4 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 22.3 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.38% during 2025-2033. The growing demand for healthy food and supplements, along with the rising need to add sufficient nutrition to the daily diet, is bolstering the market.
Increasing Demand for Nucleic Acid Delivery
Lipids play a key role in delivering nucleic acids for therapies, as they enhance stability and bioavailability in drug formulations. In contrast, the market benefits from the rising development of lipid-based delivery systems, which is essential for safely transporting genetic material into target cells. For instance, in February 2024, Evonik partnered with the University of Mainz to commercialize randomized polyethylene glycols (rPEGs) for nucleic acid delivery. These specialized lipids, part of Evonik's expanding drug delivery platform, aim to improve immunogenicity profiles for applications such as mRNA vaccines and gene therapies.
Expanding Cardiovascular Disease Management Solutions
Lipids are key in managing cholesterol and improving patient outcomes in cardiovascular care. Moreover, the growing focus on lipid therapies and clinical solutions to reduce cardiovascular risks drives the demand for improved lipid testing, management, and treatment options within healthcare systems. For instance, in May 2024, Health Innovation South West launched a new toolkit to enhance lipid services for cardiovascular disease patients. The Somerset Lipids Project, financed by the Collaborative Lipids Fund, led to expanded clinics, reduced wait times, and improved lipid management through targeted education and service redesign.
Advancements in Lipid Testing Standardization
Standardization in lipid testing improves the accuracy of cholesterol and lipid level measurements. The demand for consistent, reliable lipid tests is growing as healthcare shifts towards precision medicine, thereby helping healthcare providers better assess risks and tailor treatments for patients, supporting market expansion. For instance, in September 2024, the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) released new guidelines to standardize lipid testing for cardiovascular care. This guidance aims to improve lipid test accuracy, covering cholesterol measurements, non-HDL-C, and LDL-C, and reducing fasting requirements, thereby enhancing patient care and testing accessibility.
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are essential lipids that support heart and brain health, and phospholipids are key components of cell membranes. At the same time, medium-chain triglycerides provide rapid energy, while sterols such as cholesterol, are vital for cell structure and hormone synthesis, thereby highlighting the diverse roles of lipids.
Plant lipids, such as those from seeds and nuts, are typically rich in unsaturated fatty acids, promoting heart health. In contrast, animal lipids, found in meats and dairy, often contain saturated fats, thereby influencing cholesterol levels and overall health profiles.
As per the lipids market outlook, it can be sourced in both powder and liquid forms. Furthermore, powdered lipids, like certain protein supplements, offer convenience for easy incorporation into diets, while liquid lipids, such as oils provide versatile culinary uses and essential fatty acids for health.
Lipids play a vital role in dietary supplements and nutraceuticals, enhancing health benefits and nutrient absorption. Meanwhile, in infant formulas, they provide essential fatty acids for growth, and in pharmaceuticals, lipids facilitate drug delivery. At the same time, in food fortification and animal nutrition, they improve nutritional quality and overall health.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others), Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico and others), and the Middle East and Africa.
In the Asia Pacific region, the growing demand for healthy fats drives lipid consumption, particularly in cooking oils and supplements, and Europe emphasizes omega-3 fatty acids in health products. On the contrary, North America focuses on functional lipids for dietary enhancements, and Latin America is witnessing increased interest in natural lipid sources. Meanwhile, the Middle East and Africa are exploring lipids for both traditional cuisines and emerging health trends, thereby broadening their applications across various sectors and elevating the lipids market share.