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Food allergen testing involves the detection and measurement of specific allergenic proteins in food items, crucial for pinpointing allergens that could provoke adverse reactions in individuals with food sensitivities. Its primary aim is to uphold food safety standards and regulatory requirements by accurately labeling products to warn consumers about potential allergens.
The primary categories of food allergen testing are allergen testing and intolerance testing. Allergen testing entails the identification and quantification of particular allergenic substances in food, ensuring consumer safety. Technologies utilized include biosensors, immunoassays such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), polymerase chain reaction (PCR), among others, serving various applications.
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.
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The food allergen testing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.01 billion in 2024 to $1.11 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased incidence of food allergies, stringent regulatory requirements, rising consumer awareness, globalization of food supply chains, and advancements in testing technologies.
The food allergen testing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.59 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expanding food industry regulations, growing demand for allergen-free products, technological innovations in testing methods, rising incidence of food allergies worldwide, and increasing focus on food safety and quality assurance. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of rapid and portable testing solutions, integration of blockchain technology for traceability, expansion of point-of-care testing options, development of multiplex testing assays, and emergence of AI and machine learning in data analysis.
The forecast of 9.5% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.9% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Trade tensions could hinder U.S. diagnostic capabilities by inflating prices of IgE immunoassay kits and skin prick test panels developed in Germany and Japan, resulting in delayed allergy identification and higher immunology testing expenditures. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
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Key players in the food allergen testing market are concentrating on the development of rapid testing methods, such as immunochromatographic assays, to enhance their competitiveness. Immunochromatographic assays are rapid diagnostic tests that utilize chromatography and immunological reactions to detect specific allergenic proteins in food products. For instance, in March 2024, Gold Standard Diagnostics Budapest Kft introduced the SENSIStrip Gluten PowerLine lateral flow test, which employs an immunochromatographic assay for rapid gluten detection. This sensitive detection system, based on monoclonal antibodies, is particularly adept at identifying gluten residues in food matrices, rinse water, and swabs. The test offers quick and sensitive gluten detection, crucial for individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease, and includes features such as a hook line to prevent false-negative interpretations. Results can be visually interpreted or quantitatively evaluated using their RapidScan ST5 lateral flow reader.
In March 2024, ALS Limited, an Australia-based company specializing in testing, inspection, certification, and verification, acquired York Analytical Laboratories and Wessling Holding GmbH & Co. KG for $148.03 million. This strategic move aimed to bolster ALS Limited's market presence, expand its service portfolio, gain a competitive advantage, and advance its growth objectives in the life sciences and analytical testing sectors. York Analytical Laboratories, based in the US, specializes in environmental testing, including food intolerance and allergy testing. Wessling Holding GmbH & Co. KG, headquartered in Germany, offers analytical, consulting, and testing services across various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and environmental sectors.
Major companies operating in the food allergen testing market are Thermo Fisher Scientific, Ecolab Inc., Eurofins Scientific, SGS SA, Bureau Veritas, Intertek Group plc, Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., ALS Limited, Neogen Corporation, IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group, AsureQuality Limited, Merieux NutriSciences, Microbac Laboratories Inc, R-Biopharm AG, TUV SUD America, Symbio Laboratories, Campden BRI, Romer Labs, Q Laboratories Inc., NSL Analytical Services Inc., Emport LLC, Allergenis Inc., Crystal Chem Inc., BioFront Technologies, Bia Diagnostics
North America was the largest region in the food allergen testing market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the food allergen testing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the food allergen testing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The food allergen testing market includes revenues earned by entities by providing safety assurance, labeling compliance, allergen testing, lateral flow devices (LFDs), mass spectrometry, and ELISA kits. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
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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