Global Water Activity Meter Market Growth 2025-2031

The global Water Activity Meter market size is predicted to grow from US$ 31.5 million in 2025 to US$ 40.9 million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2025 to 2031.

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Water Activity Meter (Aw for short, also known as water activity, water activity) mainly reflects the amount of free water in the food in a balanced state, the stability of the food and the possibility of microbial reproduction and what can cause changes in food quality Chemical, enzymatic, and physical changes are often used to measure the ability of microorganisms to tolerate dryness. By measuring the water activity of food and choosing reasonable packaging and storage methods, the use of preservatives can be reduced, and the shelf life of food, grain, fruits and vegetables can be judged.

The water activity meter market is experiencing significant growth, driven by various trends and developments across industries. Below are the key trends shaping the market:

1. Increasing Demand in Food Safety and Quality Control

Rising Food Safety Regulations: Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are implementing stricter food safety standards, driving the adoption of water activity meters to ensure product quality and shelf life.

Preventing Microbial Growth: Water activity measurement is critical for controlling microbial growth in food products, making it essential for food manufacturers.

Growth in Processed and Packaged Foods: The expanding processed food industry is boosting demand for water activity meters to maintain product consistency and safety.

2. Growing Adoption in the Pharmaceutical Industry

Quality Assurance: Water activity meters are increasingly used in pharmaceuticals to ensure the stability and efficacy of drugs, particularly in solid dosage forms like tablets and capsules.

Regulatory Compliance: Strict regulations in the pharmaceutical industry, such as those from the FDA and EMA, are driving the need for accurate water activity measurement.

3. Technological Advancements

Improved Accuracy and Speed: Modern water activity meters offer higher accuracy, faster measurement times, and enhanced user interfaces, making them more appealing to end-users.

Portable and Handheld Devices: There is a growing trend toward portable and handheld water activity meters, enabling on-site testing and real-time decision-making.

Integration with IoT and Smart Features: Advanced meters now come with IoT connectivity, data logging, and cloud-based analytics, allowing for better data management and remote monitoring.

The water activity meter market is poised for steady growth, driven by technological advancements, regulatory requirements, and increasing awareness of product quality and safety. Key trends such as portable devices, IoT integration, and sustainability will shape the future of the market. However, addressing challenges like high costs and technical complexity will be crucial for broader adoption.

The major global manufacturers of Water Activity Meters include AquaLab (Addium), Shenzhen Guanya, Novasina, Rotronic (Process Sensing Technologies), SIBATA SCIENTIFIC TECHNOLOGY, Steroglass, Wisdom Shanghai Instrument, Driesen + Kern GmbH, Freund Corporation, humimeter (Schaller Messtechnikg), CapPlus Technologies, Lighttells, Zhejiang NADE Scientific Instrument, Qingdao Realltech Instruments, Zhejiang TAILIN Bioengineering, etc. In 2024, the world's top five vendors accounted for approximately 73.88% of the revenue.

In Water Activity Meters market, the Food Industry holds an important share, and it is expected to reach a volume of 6,804 units by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.41% during 2025 and 2031. The Pharmaceutical Industry is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period due to increasing regulatory requirements and demand for precise moisture control in drug formulation.

North America dominates the market for water activity instrumentation due to severe food safety standards, advanced pharma production, and strong R&D spending. The USA and Canada are the key contributors, and they report good demand from the food industry and biotech industries. Availability of leading-line manufacturers and technological advances in accuracy instrumentation also fuel the growth of the market. Food safety and drug quality control initiatives from governments are propelling market adoption in the region.

Europe is a stronghold region, with Germany, the UK, and France leading pharmaceuticals and food production. The requirements for drug stability testing and food safety across the EU drive demand for water activity equipment. Market also benefits from advancing automatic test technology and additional funding in research lab facilities. Demand is further driven by rising interest in natural preservatives and clean-label foods, where better analysis of water activity is required for product integrity.

Asia-Pacific is anticipated to register the fastest growth, driven by increasing industrialization, expanding food and pharmaceutical sectors, and growing regulatory enforcement. China, India, Japan, and South Korea are major contributors, with heightened demand from food exporters, generic drug manufacturers, and research institutes.

LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Water Activity Meter Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Water Activity Meter sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Water Activity Meter sales for 2025 through 2031. With Water Activity Meter sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Water Activity Meter industry.

This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Water Activity Meter landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Water Activity Meter portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Water Activity Meter market.

This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Water Activity Meter and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Water Activity Meter.

This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Water Activity Meter market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.

Segmentation by Type:
Portable Water Activity Meter
Benchtop Water Activity Meter

Segmentation by Application:
Food Industry
Pharma Industry
Cosmetics and Tobacco
Scientific Research
Others

This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries

The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
AquaLab (Addium)
Shenzhen Guanya
Novasina
Rotronic (Process Sensing Technologies)
SIBATA SCIENTIFIC TECHNOLOGY
Steroglass
Wisdom Shanghai Instrument
Driesen + Kern GmbH
Freund Corporation
humimeter (Schaller Messtechnikg)
CapPlus Technologies
Lighttells
Zhejiang NADE Scientific Instrument
Qingdao Realltech Instruments
Zhejiang TAILIN Bioengineering

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