Omega 3 Market Size Worth $3.82 Billion By 2028 | CAGR 7.8%

Omega 3 Industry Overview

The global omega 3 market size is expected to reach USD 3.82 billion by 2028, registering a CAGR of 7.8% over the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. DHA and EPA can help improve brain health in children and heart health in adults, which is likely to boost the market growth. The rising scope of applications of omega 3 in pharmaceuticals is also supporting product consumption. Players are focusing on offering high-quality pharma-grade omega 3. For instance, FMC Corp.’s Epax brand offers concentrated marine omega-3 fatty acids sourced from sustainable and traceable raw materials and caters to the requirements of high-quality pharmaceutical ingredients.

Omega 3 Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global omega 3 market on the basis of type, source, application, and region:

Based on the Type Insights, the market is segmented into docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), alpha-linolenic acid (ALA).

  • Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) dominated the market with a revenue share of more than 62% in 2020. DHA aids in reducing bad cholesterol and improving health conditions in individuals facing blood pressure-related concerns.
  • Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) is expected to be the fastest-growing segment owing to its growing demand for immunity-boosting dietary supplements. 
  • Plant oils, such as flaxseed, walnuts, soy, leafy vegetables, clary sage seed, and hemp oils, are major sources of Alpha-Linolenic (ALA). ALA reduces clots in the blood and promotes a smooth blood pumping mechanism by reducing the plaque in arteries serving the heart.

Based on the Source Insights, the market is segmented into marine source, plant source.

  • The marine source segment held the largest revenue share of over 82.8% in 2020. Fish oil is the major marine source, which is mainly derived from anchovy fish.
  • Omega 3 is also derived from plant sources including pumpkin seeds, flaxseed oil, walnuts, soybean oil, and canola oil. The cold pressing method is used for manufacturing omega 3 oil from plant sources.
  • Omega 3 intake helps in maintaining the collagen levels of the skin, which further aids in supporting the skin structure, thereby reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Based on the Application Insights, the market is segmented into supplements & functional foods, pharmaceuticals, infant formula, animal feed & pet food, others.

  • The supplement and functional foods segment dominated the market with a revenue share of 52.1% in 2020.  The rising popularity of DHA supplements among pregnant ladies as well as lactating mothers is projected to propel the product demand over the next few years.
  • Pharmaceuticals are among the significantly growing application segments in the market. Omega 3 is used for improving the health of heart patients as well as in the dermatology sector owing to its scalp nourishment properties. Omega 3 intake helps in maintaining the collagen levels of the skin, which further aids in supporting the skin structure, thereby reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • The infant formula segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period, supported by the rising consumption of packaged baby nutrition products owing to an increasing working population. Omega 3 DHA aids in the development of an infant's nervous system, vision, brain, and overall growth.

Omega 3 Regional Outlook 

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)

Key Companies Profile & Market Share Insights

The presence of a large number of regional and global companies is projected to increase market competition. Players are focusing on offering well-differentiated products to gain market share. For instance, Aker BioMarine is one of the market differentiators on account of its product portfolio and ingredient selection.

Some prominent players in the global omega 3 market include

  • Aker Biomarine Antarctic AS
  • Orkla Health
  • BASF SE
  • Omega Protein Corp.
  • GC Reiber Oils
  • Lonza
  • Croda International Plc
  • EPAX
  • BioProcess Algae, LLC
  • Koninklijke DSM N.V.

Order a free sample PDF of the Omega 3 Market Intelligence Study, published by Grand View Research. 

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