The global food safety testing market is projected to attain USD 38.25 billion by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8% between 2024 and 2030. This robust growth trajectory is driven primarily by escalating incidences of foodborne illnesses worldwide and the introduction of tighter regulatory frameworks mandating rigorous quality controls across the food supply chain.

Governments and food manufacturers are investing heavily in enhanced safety protocols to mitigate health risks and financial losses arising from contamination outbreaks. Regulatory bodies—such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI)—are enforcing stricter compliance measures, leading to a surge in third-party and in-house testing services. As a result, testing laboratories find themselves in fierce competition not only with peer service providers but also with internal quality-assurance teams within large food corporations and public-sector agencies.

Technological innovation is reshaping the market landscape. The adoption of electrical biosensors for microbiological analysis is significantly shortening turnaround times while improving detection accuracy. Concurrently, food processors are ramping up their investments in advanced testing solutions—ranging from rapid molecular assays to high-throughput chromatography—to ensure product integrity and extend shelf life.

Nevertheless, market expansion is uneven. In many low- and middle-income countries, inadequate regulatory infrastructure and limited resources constrain the adoption of comprehensive testing regimes. Conversely, the Asia Pacific region is poised for accelerated growth—forecast to register a 9.0% CAGR—as burgeoning food processing industries in nations like India and China embrace stricter safety mandates. Rising consumer awareness of food quality and the economic imperative to avoid costly recalls are further propelling demand in this dynamic market.

Market Report Highlights

• By Test Type – Allergen Testing (12.8% share in 2023)
  The allergen testing segment commanded 12.8% of total revenues in 2023, reflecting its critical role in preventing cross-contamination and protecting consumers with food allergies.
• By Product Category – Dairy & Dairy Products
  The dairy segment is poised to grow at a 7.7% CAGR through 2030. Regular shelf-life assessments for milk and related products are essential to meet statutory requirements and maintain consumer confidence.
• Regional Focus – Asia Pacific
  Anticipated to expand at a 9.0% CAGR over the forecast period, this region’s growth is underpinned by new regulatory directives, rapid modernization of food processing facilities, and heightened public demand for safe, high-quality food items.

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Food Safety Testing Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global food safety testing market based on test, application, and region:

Food Safety Testing Test Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

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

Food Safety Testing Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

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

Food Safety Testing Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
• Central & South America
  • Brazil
  • Peru
  • Ecuador
  • Bolivia
  • Colombia
  • Paraguay
  • Costa Rica
  • Guatemala
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa

Key Players Food Safety Testing Market

• SGS S.A.
• NSF International
• Bureau Veritas
• Eurofins Scientific SE
• Intertek Group PLC
• Merieux Nutrisciences
• TUV SUD
• UL LLC
• Asurequality Limited

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