The report "Functional Proteins Market by Type (Whey Protein Concentrates, Isolates, Hydrolysates, Casein, Soy Protein), Source (Animal, Plant), Form (Dry, Liquid), Application and Region – Trends and Forecast to 2025" According to MarketsandMarkets, the global functional proteins market size is estimated to be valued at USD 4.6 billion in 2020 and projected to reach USD 6.1 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period.
The demand for functional proteins is increasing significantly owing to the shift in consumers’ food-related preferences and rising prevalence of chronic diseases. Rising health awareness and increase in disposable income across the globe are key factors that are driving the growth of the functional proteins market. The millennial population is capturing a large share of the market as the ongoing health and wellness trend ergo the surging internet penetration is altering consumer preferences and moving towards adapting protein-infused functional foods into their diets in order to maintain quality of life.
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Restraints: High cost of functional proteins
Science and technology are helping people identify foods that will help people manage their weight and overall health. Functional food and dietary supplements involve significantly high costs, which could act as a restraint for the growth of the functional proteins market. These products being less economic might restrict the growth of the market, particularly in price-sensitive countries such as South Africa and Mexico.
Also, animal-based proteins are facing restraints as the vegan population is on the rise and the health benefits of vegetarianism are trending among consumers. The rising demand for plant-based proteins is having an adverse effect on the sale and consumption of animal-based proteins, which is hindering the market growth.
The functional food segment, by application, is projected to witness significant growth during the forecast period.
The deficiency of proteins in adults is one of the key factors that have led to the rise in the consumption of functional food products among adults. This deficiency is mainly due to the untimely schedules and hectic lifestyles of comsumers, which leads to unhealthy eating habits and irregular diets. As a result, there is a demand for healthy, on-the-go functional food products which significantly reduce consumption time while providing essential nutrition.
North America is projected to account for the largest market during the forecast period
North America is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to the high prevalence of chronic diseases in countries such as the US. Whey protein concentrates are gaining traction as consumers are shifting to dairy proteins to fulfill their nutritional requirements. Emerging markets in economies such as the Asia Pacific countries are going to be potential markets for functional protein manufacturers.
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Key Market Players:
Key players in this market include ADM (US), DuPont (US), Cargill (US), Ingredion (US), Arla Foods (UK), Roquette (France), BASF (Germany), Glanbia (Ireland), Fonterra (New Zealand), DSM (Netherlands), FrieslandCampina (Netherlands), Essentia Protein Solutions (UK), Amai Proteins (Israel), Mycorena (Sweden), Merit Functional Foods (Canada), Plantible Foods (US), BENEO (Germany), ProtiFarm (Gelderland), Omega Protein (US)
Recent Developments:
- December 2020, Cargill expanded its European ingredient portfolio with the addition of pea protein. This product launch enabled Cargill to get access to the pea protein market.
- November 2020, Ingredion acquired Verdient Foods (Vanscoy, SK) with 100% ownership. The acquisition enabled net sales growth and expanded the manufacturing capability of Ingredion, with the addition of two manufacturing facilities in Canada.
- September 2020, ADM expanded their protein portfolio with textured wheat and pea proteins. These high-functionality proteins improve the meat-like texture of alternative meats. This new launch ensured ADM’s leadership in the plant protein market.
