Protein Ingredients Market to Reach US$125.1 Billion by 2031, Growing at 6.5% CAGR | Dry Form Segment Holds Largest Market Share | DataM Intelligence

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According to DataM Intelligence, the global protein ingredients market reached US$75.6 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$125.1 billion by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period 2024-2031. This steady growth is propelled by rising health and wellness consciousness, growing demand for plant-based and alternative proteins, increasing protein fortification in food and beverages, expanding applications in sports nutrition and clinical nutrition, and rising consumption of processed and functional foods globally.

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Report Details:
• No. of Pages: 180
• Forecast Period: 2024-2031
• Market Size (2022): $75.6 Billion
• Market Size (2031): $125.1 Billion
• Compound Annual Growth Rate: 6.5%
• Regions Covered: Global

Global Recent Developments:
✅ November 2025: Kerry Group launched "HyVibe," a new generation of flavor-masked, ultra-soluble pea and rice protein blends in Dry form, specifically designed to eliminate grittiness and off-notes in high-protein ready-to-drink beverages and shakes.
✅ November 2025: A clinical trial published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition demonstrated superior muscle synthesis in elderly subjects using a specific blend of mycoprotein (fungus-based) and dairy protein, accelerating R&D into next-generation hybrid protein ingredients for clinical and sports nutrition.
✅ October 2025: ADM and Air Protein announced a joint venture to commercialize "air-based" protein produced via gas fermentation, targeting the Plant Proteins segment with a novel ingredient claimed to have a carbon footprint 10,000 times lower than beef protein.
✅ October 2025: Cargill expanded its "Radipure" portfolio with a new line of clean-label, functional whey protein concentrates in both Dry and Liquid forms, targeting the booming Foods & Beverages segment for clean-label products.
✅ September 2025: The European Commission approved the use of insect protein (Hermetia illucens) in Animal Feed for poultry and swine, significantly expanding the addressable market for novel Animal Proteins and driving investments in insect farming startups across the EU.

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Competitive Landscape
The market is highly competitive and consolidated, dominated by global agri-food giants with diversified portfolios.

1. Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) maintained market leadership with a broad portfolio across plant and animal proteins, reporting steady growth through innovation and sustainability initiatives.
2. Cargill, Incorporated captured a major share, particularly in soy, wheat, and animal-based proteins, leveraging its integrated supply chain and growing its plant-based protein investments.
3. Kerry Group led in value-added protein solutions and taste modulation for the Foods & Beverages sector, achieving high growth through its extensive application expertise.
4. International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) (following the merger with DuPont's Nutrition & Biosciences) held a strong position in specialty proteins, cultures, and enzymes for various applications.
5. Glanbia plc dominated the performance nutrition segment with its whey protein ingredients and proprietary blends, reporting strong growth in sports and active nutrition.

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Segmentation Analysis
By Product
• Plant Proteins is the fastest-growing segment, driven by sustainability trends, veganism, and allergen concerns. Soy, pea, and wheat proteins hold the largest shares, with rapid innovation in rice, canola, and novel sources (e.g., fava bean, chickpea).
• Animal Proteins (whey, casein, egg, gelatin) still represent the larger share by value, fueled by their superior functionality, complete amino acid profile, and entrenched use in dairy, sports nutrition, and Infant Formulations.

By Form
• In the Global Market of Protein Ingredients, By Form, the Dry Segment Holds the Largest Market Share. This is due to its superior stability, longer shelf life, lower transportation costs, ease of handling and storage, and versatility in a wide range of applications from protein powders and bakery mixes to dry-mix beverages and snacks.
• Liquid forms are preferred for specific applications like dairy alternatives, ready-to-drink beverages, and certain processed meats where dispersion and solubility are critical.

By Application
• Foods & Beverages is the dominant application segment, encompassing everything from protein-fortified snacks and dairy to meat alternatives and nutritional drinks.
• Animal Feed is a massive volume-driven segment, while Personal Care & Cosmetics is a high-growth niche for collagen, elastin, and other protein-based actives.

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Regional Analysis:
North America holds the largest region market share, driven by high consumer protein consumption, a mature sports nutrition and wellness industry, strong demand for weight management products, and significant innovation in both plant-based and animal-based protein products.

Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, fueled by rising disposable incomes, increasing health awareness, growing middle-class adoption of western dietary patterns including protein supplementation, and a rapidly expanding processed food sector.

Market Trends & Drivers
The Protein Ingredients Market is evolving beyond basic nutrition into highly specialized, functional, and sustainable ingredients. Key trends include the precision fermentation production of dairy-identical proteins without animals, the development of protein blends optimized for specific health outcomes (e.g., muscle health, satiety, healthy aging), clean-label and minimally processed protein extraction methods, and the integration of AI to design novel protein structures with targeted functionalities. The health & wellness megatrend, sustainability push, and ingredient innovation are central drivers.

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