Food Safety Testing Market – Size, Analysis, Forecast & Competition Benchmarking


Report Formats

Report ID – FGRI4651

Report Segment | Food & Beverages > FoodTech


Food Safety Testing Market Overview:

The market for Food Safety Testing was valued at XX Mn USD in the year 2023 and expected to reach XX Mn by the year 2030. The CAGR for the market is XX% during the period 2019 -2030.

The Food Safety TestingĀ  is critical to guaranteeing the safety and quality of food products eaten globally. It entails stringent testing processes carried out at numerous points along the food supply chain, from manufacturing and processing to distribution and consumption. The market is driven by stricter laws governing food safety, growing consumer knowledge of foodborne illnesses, and the expansion of the global food trade. Robust testing techniques are used to find pollutants, infections, pesticides, and other dangerous materials in food items. These techniques include microbiological, chemical, and physical studies.

Food Safety Testing Market Dynamics:

Food Safety Testing Market Drivers

  • Consumer Awareness
  • Food Trade Globalisation

Food Safety Testing Market Restraints

  • High Testing Costs
  • Complex Regulatory Frameworks

Food Safety Testing Market Opportunities

  • Technological Developments
  • The market for natural and certified organic products

Food Safety Testing Market Trends

  • Blockchain Technology for Traceability
  • Automation Adoption

Food Safety Testing Market Report Segments Overview:

Technology Type Segment Overview:

Traditional testing methods have a large share of the market because they have been widely used in food safety evaluations and have a long history of use. Rapid testing methods are quickly gaining traction in the food safety testing industry as they can yield results more quickly and effectively. The need for quicker detection of contaminants and pathogens in food products is driving an exponential increase in the demand for rapid testing technologies.

Test Segment Overview:

The test segment is dominated by allergen testing, especially for common allergens like dairy, gluten, soy, and nuts. Particularly in areas with strict GMO labelling laws, GMO testing is expanding at the fastest rate. Since consumers want to know whether genetically modified ingredients are present in food products, the demand for GMO testing is rapidly increasing.

Application Type Segment Overview:

Meat, poultry, and seafood products hold a major share of the market in the food safety testing industry. This is mainly because of strict regulatory environments and growing consumer concerns about foodborne illnesses associated with animal-derived products. Processed food is growing at the fastest rate as convenient food options are making a shift in consumers preferences.

Food Safety Testing Market Regional Outlook:

North America: 

The United States has a major market share because of strict food safety laws like the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The US is a pioneer in the application of advanced techniques for food testing. In the area, Canada still holds a sizable market share. Mexico is growing significantly as a result of increased food production and trade, which is creating a market.

Asia Pacific: 

China, India, and Japan have major market share because of increased awareness and the implementation of stronger regulations and food safety testing. Particularly China has a major market among all countries in this region as a result of the country’s growing food industry and increased emphasis on food safety following a number of recent food scandals. Countries in Southeast Asia with a focus on improving food safety regulations and rising food exports, such as Vietnam and Indonesia, are experiencing the fastest growth.

Europe: 

The United Kingdom is one of the continent’s main markets, with a focus on strict testing procedures and food safety regulations. The modern infrastructure for food testing and the growing demand for standardised safety measures are driving faster growth in European nations like Germany.

South America: 

Major countries in this region for the food safety testing market are Brazil and Argentina. Brazil dominates market shares in this region as it is attributed to its extensive agriculture and food industry. Argentina is growing at the fastest rate as a result of higher exports and initiatives to adhere to international safety standards. Stricter regulations are being adopted by other nations in this region as well, which is driving market expansion.

Middle East & Africa: 

A growing emphasis on food safety and strict regulations have made South Africa a major market in this region. The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar are among the countries that make up the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). These countries have expanding markets as a result of increased imports and improved food safety protocols.

Food Safety Testing Market Players Mapping:

  • Merieux Nutrisciences
  • SGS Agriculture & Food
  • NSF International
  • Arysta LifeScience
  • Eurofins Scientific SE
  • Intertek Group PLC
  • TUV SUD
  • Winfield United
  • AsureQuality Limited
  • Bureau Veritas
  • In May 2023, SGS and Eezytrace announced a partnership. Eezytrace is an advanced software program that improves data-centric risk management in the food service industry. With the help of this strategic partnership, self-check processes will be digitalized and streamlined, giving food service businesses effective, data-driven tools for maintaining compliance and raising safety standards.
  • In Nov 2023, Labor 3 was acquired by Eurofins, the world’s foremost organisation for testing services related to food, environment, pharmaceuticals, and other research areas. This calculated action strengthens Eurofins’ position as a leading provider of all-inclusive solutions across a range of industries, including discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and agroscience research.
Leaders Board




Food Safety Testing Market Segmentation:

By Technology:

  • Traditional
  • Rapid
  • Chromatography & Spectrometry

By Test:

  • Allergen Testing
  • Chemical & Nutritional Testing
  • Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Testing
  • Microbiological Testing
  • Residues & Contamination Testing

By Application:

  • Meat, Poultry, & Seafood Products
  • Dairy & Dairy Products
  • Processed Food
  • Beverages
  • Cereals & Grains

By Region:

  • North America (leading Country – XXX)
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Asia Pacific (leading Country – XXX)
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Australia
    • Rest of APAC
  • Europe (leading Country – XXX)
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Russia
    • Rest of Europe
  • South America (leading Country – XXX )
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest of South America
  • MEA (leading Country – XXX)
    • UAE
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of MEA

Food Safety Testing Market Report Outlook

Food Safety Testing Market Coverage2019- 2030
Food Safety Testing  Market Fastest Growing RegionNorth America
Food Safety Testing Market Fastest Growing SegmentXX Segment
Food Safety Testing Market Forecast2024 – 2030
Food Safety Testing Market Historical Data2019 – 2022
Food Safety Testing Market Base Year2023
Food Safety Testing Market Competition Benchmarking10 + Key Players Mapping 
Food Safety Testing Market Report FormatPPT + PDF

Research Methodology:


Explore report insights coverage in detail


  • Gain insights into our comprehensive report.
  • Analyze a sample of our detailed findings.
  • View our conclusions in a concise format.
  • Appreciate the depth of our research.
  • Evaluate the quality of our insights.
  • Uncover key highlights from our study.
  • Examine a snapshot of our data.
  • Access a complimentary preview of our report.
  • Experience a sample of our valuable analytical information.
  • Delve into our research methodology.
  • Review a segment of our report’s analytical contents.
  • Initiate your exploration of our insights with a sample download.
  • Discover how our report can provide firsthand business benefits.