Food Safety Testing Kits Market Research Report and Outlook by 2028

The market for food safety testing kits is projected to expand from US$ 22,247.0 million in 2022 to US$ 34,142.5 million by 2028, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4% during this period.

Food safety testing involves the scientific examination of food items and their components to gather insights regarding various attributes, including physiochemical properties, composition, and structure. This analysis is crucial for assessing the safety of products intended for consumption. The increasing prevalence of foodborne illnesses is driving the demand for food safety testing kits. Furthermore, product recalls can significantly impact manufacturers' profitability and brand reputation, prompting them to implement food safety testing kits to identify contaminants or adulterants at early stages.

The food safety testing kits market is categorized based on food type into several segments: meat, poultry, and seafood; dairy products; cereals and grains; processed foods; fruits and vegetables; and others. In 2021, the segment for meat, poultry, and seafood accounted for the largest market share and is anticipated to experience the highest CAGR throughout the forecast period. Testing within this segment focuses on identifying contaminants and adulteration, where one type of meat may be mixed with another. Tests may include assessments for ash, fat, moisture, protein/nitrogen, heavy metals, pesticides, antibiotics, salt, chloride, and nitrates/nitrites. Such testing is vital for reducing the risk of food fraud and ensuring accurate product labeling. This is particularly important in regions like the Middle East, where the consumption of pork is prohibited for religious reasons, necessitating that meat products carry Halal certification.

Regionally, the food safety testing kits market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South & Central America. North America dominated the market in 2021; however, the Asia Pacific region is expected to exhibit the fastest growth rate from 2022 to 2028. Foodborne illnesses pose a significant challenge to health systems in the Asia Pacific region. According to a 2019 report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN), approximately 275 million individuals in Asia Pacific suffer from foodborne illnesses each year. Concerns regarding food safety also adversely affect food trade. The FAO report highlighted that unsafe food and water result in more fatalities annually than measles, malaria, and AIDS combined, underscoring the urgent need for attention from all nations, particularly those in Asia Pacific, which have struggled to effectively combat foodborne illnesses.

Key players in the food safety testing kits market include SGS SA, Eurofins Scientific, Intertek Group Plc, T?V S?D, AES Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., T?V NORD GROUP, Bureau Veritas, ALS Limited, NEOGEN Corporation, and AsureQuality. These companies are focused on developing cost-effective and innovative solutions to meet the growing demands of consumers and to enhance their market presence.

The overall size of the food safety testing kits market has been determined through a combination of primary and secondary research methods. The research process commenced with extensive secondary research utilizing both internal and external sources to gather qualitative and quantitative data relevant to the market. Additionally, numerous primary interviews were conducted with industry stakeholders to validate the findings and obtain deeper analytical insights. Participants in this research included vice presidents, business development managers, market intelligence managers, national sales managers, and external consultants such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders specializing in the food safety testing kits sector.