Product Code: 20911
The Global Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market, valued at USD 21.78 Billion in 2024, is projected to experience a CAGR of 7.20% to reach USD 33.05 Billion by 2030. Protein extracts from single-cell protein and other conventional sources encompass concentrated protein ingredients derived from microbial fermentation, such as yeast and algae, alongside established agricultural commodities including soy, pea, and dairy. This market is primarily driven by escalating global protein demand attributed to population growth, increasing consumer emphasis on health and wellness, and a strong preference for sustainable and plant-based dietary options. Advancements in protein extraction and processing technologies further support market expansion, improving product functionality and appeal.
| Market Overview |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2030 |
| Market Size 2024 | USD 21.78 Billion |
| Market Size 2030 | USD 33.05 Billion |
| CAGR 2025-2030 | 7.2% |
| Fastest Growing Segment | Biotechnology |
| Largest Market | North America |
Key Market Drivers
The global protein extracts market is profoundly influenced by increasing protein demand due to population growth, pressuring existing food systems. Meeting the nutritional needs of a growing populace necessitates efficient protein production from diverse sources, including novel alternatives. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, in June 2024, global animal protein production is expected to reach 371 million tons by next year. Concurrently, a significant shift in consumer preferences towards plant-based and health-conscious options strongly influences market evolution. Consumers increasingly prioritize ethical sourcing, environmental sustainability, and personal health, fostering demand for plant-derived and microbial proteins. This trend is exemplified: according to the Plant Based Foods Association, in May 2024, e-commerce sales of plant-based foods reached $394 million in 2023, demonstrating a 16.4% annual growth rate over three years. These converging factors create a dual demand for both increased protein volume and qualitatively different, more sustainable protein types.
Key Market Challenges
The complex regulatory landscape governing novel protein sources significantly impedes market growth. Companies face lengthy and resource-intensive approval processes before new ingredients can reach consumers. For instance, according to a study published in npj Science of Food, analyzing European Food Safety Authority novel food applications between 2018 and 2024, the average duration from submission to publication was approximately 2.56 years. This extended timeline for market authorization creates substantial uncertainty, deters investment, and delays innovation from effectively contributing to market expansion.
Key Market Trends
The global protein extracts market is significantly shaped by evolving production methodologies and resource optimization strategies. Precision fermentation advancements are emerging as a pivotal trend, revolutionizing the production of novel proteins by utilizing microbial hosts to create specific, functional protein ingredients. This approach enables the tailored creation of high-quality proteins with precise sensory and functional attributes that can replicate animal-derived components or introduce entirely new functionalities. According to The Good Food Institute, its company database identified 165 companies focused primarily on fermentation for alternative proteins in 2024. This technological shift is further underscored by strategic industry collaborations, such as the partnership announced in November 2023 between Novozymes and Arla Foods Ingredients to develop advanced protein ingredients using precision fermentation.
Key Market Players
- Unilever PLC
- Taiwan Chlorella Manufacturing Company
- XIAMEN HYFINE GELATIN CO.,LTD.
- BlueBioTech International GmbH
- Euglena Co. ltd
- Corbion NV
- KnipBio Inc.
- Earthrise Nutritionals, LLC
Report Scope:
In this report, the Global Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market, By Source:
- Plant Protein Extract Sources
- Microbial Sources - Single Cell Proteins
- Microbial Sources - Direct Use
Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market, By Application:
- Biotechnology
- Animal Feed
- Agriculture &Fertilizers
- Others
Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market, By Region:
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market.
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Table of Contents
1. Product Overview
- 1.1. Market Definition
- 1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Objective of the Study
- 2.2. Baseline Methodology
- 2.3. Key Industry Partners
- 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
- 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
- 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
- 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
- 3.1. Overview of the Market
- 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
- 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
- 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
- 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends
4. Voice of Customer
5. Global Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Source (Plant Protein Extract Sources, Microbial Sources - Single Cell Proteins, Microbial Sources - Direct Use)
- 5.2.2. By Application (Biotechnology, Animal Feed, Agriculture &Fertilizers, Others)
- 5.2.3. By Region
- 5.2.4. By Company (2024)
- 5.3. Market Map
6. North America Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Source
- 6.2.2. By Application
- 6.2.3. By Country
- 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.1.2.1. By Source
- 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.2. Canada Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.2.2.1. By Source
- 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.3. Mexico Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.3.2.1. By Source
- 6.3.3.2.2. By Application
7. Europe Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Source
- 7.2.2. By Application
- 7.2.3. By Country
- 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.1.2.1. By Source
- 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.2. France Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.2.2.1. By Source
- 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.3.2.1. By Source
- 7.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.4. Italy Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.4.2.1. By Source
- 7.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.5. Spain Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.5.2.1. By Source
- 7.3.5.2.2. By Application
8. Asia Pacific Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Source
- 8.2.2. By Application
- 8.2.3. By Country
- 8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.1.2.1. By Source
- 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.2. India Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.2.2.1. By Source
- 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.3. Japan Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.3.2.1. By Source
- 8.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.4. South Korea Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.4.2.1. By Source
- 8.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.5. Australia Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.5.2.1. By Source
- 8.3.5.2.2. By Application
9. Middle East & Africa Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Source
- 9.2.2. By Application
- 9.2.3. By Country
- 9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.1.2.1. By Source
- 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.2. UAE Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.2.2.1. By Source
- 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.3. South Africa Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.3.2.1. By Source
- 9.3.3.2.2. By Application
10. South America Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Source
- 10.2.2. By Application
- 10.2.3. By Country
- 10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.1.2.1. By Source
- 10.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.2. Colombia Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.2.2.1. By Source
- 10.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.3. Argentina Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market Outlook
- 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.3.2.1. By Source
- 10.3.3.2.2. By Application
11. Market Dynamics
- 11.1. Drivers
- 11.2. Challenges
12. Market Trends & Developments
- 12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
- 12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
- 12.3. Recent Developments
13. Global Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein And Other Conventional Sources Market: SWOT Analysis
14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 14.1. Competition in the Industry
- 14.2. Potential of New Entrants
- 14.3. Power of Suppliers
- 14.4. Power of Customers
- 14.5. Threat of Substitute Products
15. Competitive Landscape
- 15.1. Unilever PLC
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
- 15.2. Taiwan Chlorella Manufacturing Company
- 15.3. XIAMEN HYFINE GELATIN CO.,LTD.
- 15.4. BlueBioTech International GmbH
- 15.5. Euglena Co. ltd
- 15.6. Corbion NV
- 15.7. KnipBio Inc.
- 15.8. Earthrise Nutritionals, LLC
16. Strategic Recommendations
17. About Us & Disclaimer