A Food Safety Testing Market By Type (Pathogen, Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) , Chemical And Toxin, Heavy Metals, Radioactivity, Others) , By Technology (Agar Culturing, PCR-based Assay, Immunoassay-based, Scintillation Counters And Geiger Counters

Food Safety Testing Market By Type (Pathogen, Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) , Chemical And Toxin, Heavy Metals, Radioactivity, Others) , By Technology (Agar Culturing, PCR-based Assay, Immunoassay-based, Scintillation Counters And Geiger Counters, AAS And ICP-MS/OES, Others) By Food Tested (Meat And Meat Product, Seafood, Dairy And Dairy Product, Cereals, Grains, And Pulses, Processed Food, Others) : Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2033

The food safety testing market was valued at $22.5 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach $44.1 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7% from 2024 to 2033.
Food safety testing refers to the process of analyzing food products to detect contaminants, toxins, or pathogens that could pose health risks to consumers. This critical procedure ensures that food products meet regulatory standards for safety and quality before they are distributed for consumption. By implementing rigorous testing protocols, the food industry aims to prevent foodborne illnesses, protect consumer health, and maintain trust in the food supply chain.
The growth of the global food safety testing market is majorly driven by alarming rise in cases of foodborne diseases, such as E. coli and Salmonella outbreaks, which have heightened the need for more robust testing measures. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), foodborne diseases cause approximately 600 million illnesses and 420,000 deaths annually worldwide. This high burden of foodborne diseases highlights the urgent need for effective food safety testing protocols. In addition, expansion of international trade has increased the complexity of food supply chains, necessitating stringent testing to prevent contamination across borders. Moreover, increase in consumer awareness about food safety and surge in demand for transparency and quality in food products encourage companies to adopt rigorous testing practices, thus contributing toward the growth of the global market. Furthermore, rise in demand for packaged and processed foods, which are more susceptible to contamination, is increasing the need for food safety testing. However, high cost associated with rapid and advanced testing methods like PCR and next-generation sequencing (NGS) significantly hampers the growth of the global market. In addition, dearth of skilled personnel to operate advanced testing equipment and interpret results acts as the key deterrent factor of the market. On the contrary, innovations such as rapid testing techniques, molecular diagnostics, and blockchain in food safety have made testing faster and more efficient. Such developments are expected to offer lucrative opportunities for the expansion of the global market during the forecast period.
The food safety testing market is segmented into type, technology, food tested, and region. On the basis of type, the market is divided into pathogen, genetically modified organism (GMO), chemical and toxin, heavy metals, radioactivity, and others. As per technology, it is segregated into agar culturing, PCR-based Assay, immunoassay-based, scintillation counters & Geiger counters, AAS & ICP-MS/OES, and others. Depending on food tested, it is divided into meat & meat products; seafood; dairy & dairy product; cereals, grains, and pulses; processed food; and others. Region wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

Key Findings

By type, the pathogen segment was the highest revenue contributor in 2023.

On the basis of technology, the PCR-based assay segment garnered the largest share in 2023, and is expected to continue the same trend by 2033
Depending on food tested, the processed food segment was the highest revenue contributor in 2023.
Region wise, North American is expected to emerge as the most lucrative market for food safety testing during the forecast period.

Competition Analysis

Competitive analysis and profiles of the major players in the global food safety testing market include Eurofins Scientific SE, AsureQuality Ltd, Bureau Veritas SA, DNV AS, TUV SUD AG., Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc., ALS Limited, SGS SA (Société Générale de Surveillance SA), and Intertek Group Plc. These major players have adopted various key development strategies such as business expansion, new product launches, and partnerships to sustain the intense competition and gain a strong foothold in the global market.

Key Market Segments

By Type

Pathogen
Genetically Modified Organism (GMO)
Chemical And Toxin
Heavy Metals
Radioactivity
Others

By Technology

Agar Culturing
PCR-based Assay
Immunoassay-based
Scintillation Counters And Geiger Counters
AAS And ICP-MS/OES
Others

By Food Tested

Meat And Meat Product
Seafood
Dairy And Dairy Product
Cereals, Grains, And Pulses
Processed Food
Others

By Region

North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
France
Germany
Italy
Spain
UK
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
LAMEA
Brazil
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
Argentina
Rest of LAMEA

Key Market Players

Eurofins Scientific SE
AsureQuality Ltd
Bureau Veritas SA
DNV AS
TUV SUD AG.
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.
ALS Limited
SGS SA (Société Générale de Surveillance SA)
Intertek Group plc