According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global DHA from Algae market size was valued at US$ 621 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 1394 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 12.4% during review period.
DHA, Docosahexaenoic acid, with molecular formula C22H32O2, is a primary structural component of the human brain, cerebral cortex, skin, sperm, testicles and retina. DHA can help lowering lipid, lowering blood pressure, anti-inflammatory, enhancing the activity of brain cells, improving eyesight and other effects. DHA is a kind of both Omega-3 essential fatty acids, which is rich in fish oil and microalgae.
Global key players of DHA from algae include DSM, Roquette, Corbion, Huison, Runke, etc. The top five players hold a share over 70%. Asia-Pacific is the largest market, has a share about 40%, followed by North America, and Europe, with share 33% and 22%, separately.
Market Drivers:
Health and Wellness Trends: DHA is recognized for its numerous benefits, such as supporting brain and eye health and reducing inflammation. This has driven the demand for DHA-rich supplements, especially in the wellness and dietary supplement market.
Increased Demand for Plant-based Alternatives: Consumers are increasingly opting for plant-based products, especially vegans and vegetarians who avoid fish-derived DHA. Algae-based DHA is an ideal alternative as it is plant-based, sustainable, and naturally free from contaminants like mercury.
Growing Awareness of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Omega-3 fatty acids, including DHA, are essential for cognitive function, heart health, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Rising consumer awareness of the importance of Omega-3s is driving demand for DHA from algae.
Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Production: Algae-based DHA is considered more sustainable than fish-derived DHA because it doesn’t deplete ocean resources. As sustainability becomes a higher priority for consumers and businesses, algae-based DHA is gaining traction.
Increased Adoption in Infant Nutrition: DHA is critical for the development of infants' brains and eyes, so it’s a key ingredient in infant formula. The growing demand for infant nutrition products, particularly those containing plant-based DHA, is driving the market.
Regulatory Support: Governments and regulatory bodies are increasingly recognizing the importance of omega-3 fatty acids in public health, which leads to the promotion of DHA consumption. Regulatory support for DHA-based supplements is boosting market growth.
Market Challenges:
High Production Costs: The production process for algae-based DHA can be expensive due to the need for specialized facilities and high-quality algae strains. This can make the final product more costly compared to traditional fish-derived DHA.
Limited Awareness and Acceptance: Although DHA from algae is a promising alternative, it may not yet be as widely known or accepted by all consumers. The market still needs further education efforts to convince people of its benefits and quality.
Production Scalability: Algae-based DHA production requires large-scale algae cultivation, which can be challenging to scale efficiently while maintaining product quality and managing production costs.
Raw Material Availability: While algae are abundant, obtaining the specific strains of algae needed for DHA production at scale can sometimes be a challenge. Ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality algae can pose a risk to manufacturers.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global DHA from Algae market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global DHA from Algae market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (US$/Kg), 2020-2031
Global DHA from Algae market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (US$/Kg), 2020-2031
Global DHA from Algae market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (US$/Kg), 2020-2031
Global DHA from Algae market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and ASP (US$/Kg), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for DHA from Algae
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global DHA from Algae market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include DSM, Roquette, Corbion, Huison, Runke, ADM, Mara Renewables, Cabio, Solutex, Kingdomway, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
DHA from Algae market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
DHA Powder
DHA Oil
Market segment by Application
Infant Formula
Nutritional Supplements
Food & Beverage
Others
Major players covered
DSM
Roquette
Corbion
Huison
Runke
ADM
Mara Renewables
Cabio
Solutex
Kingdomway
Fermentalg
JC Biotech
Keyuan
Bioplus Life Sciences
Fuxing
ATK Biotech
Xinhe Biotech
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe DHA from Algae product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of DHA from Algae, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of DHA from Algae from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the DHA from Algae competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the DHA from Algae breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and DHA from Algae market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of DHA from Algae.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe DHA from Algae sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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