Commercial Amino Acids

Report Code: BIO007N

Publish Date: Nov 2024

Publisher: BCC Publishing

Category: Cell Biology

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Report Highlights

The global market for commercial amino acids was valued at $30.1 billion in 2023. It is expected to grow from $31.8 billion in 2024 to $42.8 billion by 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% from 2024 through 2029.

Report Includes

  • 27 data tables and 35 additional tables
  • An analysis of the global markets for commercial amino acids
  • Characteristics of the 20 essential commercial amino acids encoded in the genetic code, their current and future applications, associated technologies, and leading manufacturers
  • Analyses of global market trends, with historic market revenue data from 2021 to 2022, estimates for 2023, forecasts for 2024, and projected CAGRs through 2029
  • Estimate of the current market size and revenue prospects of the global market, along with a market share analysis by product type, application and region
  • A look at the market dynamics, technological advances, regulations, and the influence of macroeconomic factors
  • A Porter’s Five Forces analysis and a global supply chain analysis
  • Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments, with emphasis on consumer attitudes, ESG score analysis, and the ESG practices of leading companies
  • A review of recent patents and R&D activity related to bio-based commercial amino acids
  • Analysis of the industry structure, including company market shares, strategic alliances, M&A activity and venture funding
  • Profiles of market leaders, including Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Evonik Industries AG, DSM, ADM and CJ Corp.

Report Scope

This report on the global commercial amino acids market thoroughly analyzes the current state of the market, including market size, growth trends, and segmentation by product type and application. It explores critical drivers, challenges and opportunities that will affect the use of commercial amino acids. The report focuses on primary applications, namely animal feed, food flavoring and specialized uses. The report also provides insights into the competitive landscape by profiling major industry players and their strategic moves. Regional analyses highlight differences in market dynamics across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, LATAM, and Rest of the World (RoW). Additionally, the report identifies emerging trends and offers forecasts for future market developments.

Report Synopsis

Report Metrics Details
Base year considered 2023
Forecast period considered 2024-2029
Base year market size $30.1 Billion
Market size forecast $42.8 Billion
Growth rate CAGR of 6.1% from 2024 to 2029
Units considered $ Millions
Segments covered By Product Type, Application, and Region
Regions covered North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, LATAM, and Rest of the World (RoW)
Key Market Drivers
  • Rising use of amino acids in nutraceuticals.
  • Expanding uses of amino acids across multiple industries.
  • Growing population driving the demand for amino acids.
  • Amino acids in cancer treatment.
Companies studied
SICHUAN TONGSHENG AMINO ACID CO. LTD.ADM
AJINOMOTO CO. INC.BALCHEM CORP.
CHINA NATIONAL BLUESTAR (GROUP) CO. LTD.EVONIK INDUSTRIES AG
KEMIN INDUSTRIES INC.KYOWA HAKKO BIO CO. LTD.
NOVUS INTERNATIONAL INC.SUMITOMO CHEMICAL CO. LTD.
VEDAN INTERNATIONAL (HOLDINGS) LTD.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The market is projected to grow from $30.1 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $42.8 billion by the end of 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% during the forecast period.
The commercial amino acids market is segmented based on product type, application, and region.
By application, animal feed is anticipated to contribute the highest share in the market by the end of 2029.
Asia-Pacific has the fastest growing market.

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Table of Contents

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Title/Chapter NamePagesMember Price
Full Report: Commercial Amino Acids137Free
Chapter- 1: Executive Summary4Free
Chapter- 2: Market Overview20Free
Chapter- 3: Market Dynamics12Free
Chapter- 4: Regulatory Structure3Free
Chapter- 5: Emerging Technologies and Developments3Free
Chapter- 6: Market Segmentation Analysis60Free
Chapter- 7: Competitive Intelligence2Free
Chapter- 8: Sustainability in Commercial Amino Acids: An ESG Perspective2Free
Chapter- 9: Appendix31Free

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Report Includes

    Total Number of Tables in this Report: 62

  • Summary Table: Global Commercial Amino Acids Market, by Application, Through 2029
  • Summary Table: Global Commercial Amino Acids Market, by Region, Through 2029
  • Table 1: Commercial Amino Acids, by Use
  • Table 2: Protein Amino Acids
  • Table 3: Essential Amino Acids
  • Table 4: Chemical Structures of Amino Acids
  • Table 5: Amino Acids, by Production Method
  • Table 6: Amino Acid Production, by Fermentation
  • Table 7: Applications of Selected Amino Acids
  • Table 8: Recent Developments in the Amino Acids Industry, 2021–2024
  • Table 9: Global Commercial Amino Acids Market, Through 2029
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Report Highlights

The global amino acids market was $28.6 billion in 2022 and it should reach $38.8 billion by 2028 from $30.1 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2% for the forecast period of 2023 to 2028.

Report Includes

  • 55 data tables and 44 additional tables
  • An up-to-date overview and analysis of the global market for commercial amino acids
  • Analyses of the global market trends, with historic market revenue data (sales figures) from 2020 to 2022, estimates for 2023, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2028
  • Highlights of the current and upcoming potential for three commercial amino acid markets, growth driving factors, and areas of focus to forecast this market into various segments and subsegments
  • Estimation of the actual market size and revenue forecast for global amino acid market, and its corresponding market share analysis based on the type of product (amino acid), application, and region
  • Updated information on key market drivers and opportunities, industry shifts and regulations, and other demographic factors that will influence the market demand in the coming years (2023-2028)
  • A look at the major growth strategies adopted by leading players operating in the commercial amino acids markets, recent developments, strategic alliances, and competitive benchmarking
  • Patent review and new developments, R&D activities, recent industry structure, and current state of the market for bio-based commercial amino acids
  • Descriptive company profiles of the leading global players in the market, including Ajinomoto, Balchem, CJ Corp., Fufeng Group Ltd. and Zhejiang NHU Co. Ltd.
Published - Nov-2017| Analyst - Jon Evans| Code - BIO007L

Report Highlights

The U.S. amino acid market was valued at around $1.9 billion in 2016. This market will grow from nearly $2.0 billion in 2017 to $2.5 billion by 2022 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8% for the period of 2017-2022.

Report Includes

  • 60 data tables and 30 additional tables
  • An overview of the market for amino acids
  • Analyses of market trends, with data from 2016, 2017, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2022
  • Identification of those amino acids with current or potentially greater commercial significance
  • A look at how new production technology continues to make large-scale production of these products more economical
  • Comprehensive profiles of leading companies in the industry
Published - Feb-2014| Analyst - Jon Evans| Code - BIO007K

Report Highlights

The U.S amino acids market reached $1.5 billion in 2012. This market is expected to grow to nearly $1.6 billion in 2013 and nearly $2 billion in 2018, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%.

Report Includes

  • An overview of the market for amino acids
  • Analyses of market trends, with data from 2012, estimates for 2013, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2018
  • Identification of those amino acids with current or potentially greater commercial significance
  • A look at how new production technology continues to make large-scale production of these products more economical
  • Comprehensive profiles of leading companies in the industry.
Published - Aug-2011| Analyst - Jon Evans| Code - BIO007J

Report Highlights

The U.S. market for amino acids represents 20% of the global market with nearly $1.6 billion (in 2011), and is likely to exceed $1.8 billion by 2016, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8% between 2011 and 2016.

Published - Jan-2009| Analyst - Colleen Spiegel| Code - BIO007H

Report Highlights

  • The global market for protein drugs is expected to increase from an estimated $1.1 billion in 2008 to $1.3 billion in 2013, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9%.
  • Amino acids used as flavorants generated an estimated $510.4 million in 2008. This segment should reach $588.2 million in 2013, for a CAGR of 2.9%.
  • The animal feeds segment was worth $472.4 million in 2008. This is expected to reach $526.4 million in 2013, for a CAGR of 2.2%.
Published - Jul-2001| Analyst - Dirk Muyskens| Code - BIO007G

Report Highlights

  • The U.S. amino acid market will likely surpass $1.5 billion by 2005. Annual growth should be 3.3% on average per year (AAGR) while individual amino acids could see growth spurts.
  • With anticipated 2005 U.S. annual sales exceeding $900 million, the animal feed supplements market will remain the largest market category for amino acids.
  • The four amino acids used as food flavoring agents will account for more than $450 million in 2005.
  • Sales of specialty amino acids used for feeding solutions, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical applications, are expected to rise at an AAGR of 6.5% to about $150 million in 2005.

Published - Aug-2000| Analyst - Dirk Muyskens| Code - BIO007F

Report Highlights

  • Twenty amino acids go into making up the commercial amino acid market. This group plays many roles in a variety of fields including foods, animal feeds, cosmetics, medicines, and biotechnology as well as some industrial applications. In dollar terms, the most important current uses are in the animal feed industries and human food uses.
  • The three primary categories of commercial amino acids in the U.S. represented a billion-dollar market for the first time in 1999. The U.S. amino acid market should again surpass the billion-dollar mark in 2000 as factories across the nation and around the world increase production and sales to meet a growing demand. The U.S. amino acid market will likely surpass $1.5 billion by 2005.
  • With anticipated 2000 U.S. annual sales exceeding $800 million, the animal feed supplements market represents the largest market category for amino acids. Export sales of amino acid animal feed supplements will exceed $250 million.

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