Food Allergen Testing Market to Grow at 8.1% CAGR Through 2031 | PCR-based Technology Segment Leads with Superior Detection Accuracy | DataM Intelligence

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According to DataM Intelligence, the global food allergen testing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% during the forecasting period (2024-2031). This significant growth is propelled by increasing global incidence of food allergies, stringent food safety regulations and labeling requirements worldwide, rising consumer awareness about food allergen risks, growing retail and manufacturer focus on liability protection, technological advancements in testing methodologies, and expanding food trade requiring rigorous safety compliance across supply chains.

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Recent Developments (November 2025)

✅ Thermo Fisher Scientific (US) launched a new rapid biosensor-based allergen testing platform for dairy and bakery manufacturers, featuring simultaneous detection of 5 major allergens with results in under 10 minutes.

✅ SGS SA (Switzerland) expanded their allergen testing services across Asian markets, introducing advanced PCR-based testing specifically for gluten and peanut detection in processed foods and baby formula.

✅ Eurofins Scientific (Luxembourg) developed an enhanced immunoassay-based testing system for meat and poultry products, achieving 99.5% accuracy in egg and milk allergen detection with reduced cross-reactivity.

✅ Bureau Veritas (France) introduced a comprehensive allergen management and testing program for European food manufacturers, combining ELISA technology with digital traceability solutions for complete supply chain monitoring.

✅ Intertek Group (UK) launched a specialized allergen testing service for plant-based alternative products, addressing cross-contamination risks in facilities processing multiple allergen sources.

Market Trends & Drivers

The Food Allergen Testing Market is experiencing robust growth driven by rising global food allergy prevalence, tightening regulatory frameworks, increasing manufacturer liability concerns, and technological innovations in testing methodologies. Key trends include the shift toward rapid and on-site testing solutions, development of multi-allergen detection platforms, expansion of testing services in emerging markets, integration of digital traceability with testing protocols, and growing focus on preventive allergen management throughout food production chains. The regulatory compliance requirements, consumer safety awareness, and supply chain complexity are significantly contributing to market expansion.

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Competitive Landscape

The market features intense competition between global testing service providers, technology developers, and specialized food safety companies.

1. Thermo Fisher Scientific maintained technology leadership with 26% global market share, expanding its rapid testing portfolio and reporting 24% revenue growth in 2024-2025 through partnerships with major food manufacturers.

2. SGS SA captured 22% market share in service provision, securing long-term contracts with multinational food corporations and regulatory bodies across North America and Europe.

3. Eurofins Scientific dominated the immunoassay testing segment with 25% market share, achieving 27% growth through laboratory network expansion and method validation accreditations.

4. Bureau Veritas led the integrated testing solutions segment with 19% market share, reporting 23% growth in comprehensive allergen management services for food processors.

5. Intertek Group expanded their specialised testing applications with an 18% market share, focusing on emerging food categories and alternative protein products with 21% revenue growth.

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Segmentation Analysis

By Technology
• PCR-based dominates the market with USD 450 million in 2024, projected to grow at 9.8% CAGR, valued for DNA-based specificity, superior accuracy in detecting allergens in heat-processed foods, species identification in complex matrices, and reliable quantification in multi-ingredient products.
• Immunoassay-based/ELISA shows strong growth with USD 380 million in 2024, expected to grow at 7.5% CAGR, preferred for protein detection sensitivity, regulatory acceptance for major allergens, and established methodology in routine testing laboratories.
• Biosensors-based demonstrates significant expansion with USD 220 million in 2024, growing at 8.2% CAGR, valued for rapid on-site testing capability, portability for production environment use, and continuous monitoring applications.
• Other technologies show emerging applications in specialized testing scenarios.

By Food Tested
• Meat and Poultry represents the largest segment with USD 320 million in 2024, growing at 8.5% CAGR, driven by processing complexity, cross-contamination risks, and stringent regulatory requirements for undeclared allergen labeling.
• Dairy Products shows robust growth with USD 280 million in 2024, expanding at 8.8% CAGR, for milk allergen testing, lactose-free certification, and cross-contact monitoring in multi-product facilities.
• Beverages demonstrates accelerated growth with USD 190 million in 2024, growing at 9.2% CAGR, supported by allergen carryover in production lines and labeling verification for protein-based drinks.
• Bakery and Confectionery Products and Baby Food and Infant Formula show critical importance with specialized testing requirements and zero-tolerance approaches.

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Regional Analysis:

Europe commands the largest market share with USD 420 million in 2024, driven by comprehensive EU food labeling regulations (EU 1169/2011), strong regulatory enforcement, high consumer awareness, and sophisticated food manufacturing sector requiring rigorous allergen control protocols. The region's emphasis on food safety standardization and cross-border trade compliance further solidifies its dominant position.

Asia-Pacific emerges as the fastest-growing region, projected to expand at 10.2% CAGR through 2031, fueled by increasing food safety regulations, growing middle-class population, rising imported food testing requirements, and expanding food manufacturing capabilities across China, India, and Southeast Asia. The region's rapid urbanization, increasing disposable income, and growing awareness about food allergies are driving accelerated market expansion.

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