Middle East and Africa Food Allergen Testing Market is expected to reach US$ 98.28 Mn by 2027

Dairy Products and Alternatives Segment to Dominate MEA food allergen testing Market during 2019–2027

According to a new market research study on “Middle East and Africa Food Allergen Testing Market Forecast to 2027 – COVID-19 Impact and Analysis – by Source (Peanut and Soy, Wheat, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts, Seafood, and Others), Technology (PCR-Based, Immunoassay-Based / ELISA, and Other Tests/Techniques), and Food Tested (Bakery and Confectionery, Infant Food, Processed Food, Dairy Products and Alternatives, Seafood and Meat Products, and Other Food),”the market is expected to reach US$ 98.28 million by 2027 from US$ 55.45 million in 2018; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.6% from 2019 to 2027. The report provides trends prevailing in the MEA food allergen testing market along with the drivers and restraints pertaining to the market growth. A sudden rise in food allergies and the imposition of stringent food allergen labeling compliances by governments are the major factors driving the growth of the MEA food allergen testing market. However, limited focus on the development of food allergen labeling regulations in developing countries hinder the growth of the MEA food allergen testing market.

The MEA food allergen testing market is segmented on the basis of source, technology, and food tested. Based on source, the market is segmented into peanut and soy, wheat, milk, egg, tree nuts, seafood, and others. In 2018, the milk segment held the largest share in the market in the MEA. Based on technology the MEA food allergen testing market is segmented into polymerase chain reaction-based (PCR-based), immunoassay-based / ELISA, and other tests/techniques. The market for immunoassay-based / ELISA-based food allergen testing is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Further, amid COVID 19 pandemic, the MEA food allergen testing market players have been thriving as most of the industries in countries such as Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the UAE are facing severe effects. The majority of the countries have imposed lockdown or restricted transportation, which have led to a dip in industry yields owing to low labor footfall.

Eurofins Scientific SE, Intertek Group Plc, Mérieux NutriSciences, ALS Limited, SGS S.A., and TUV SUD SPB PTE. LTD. are among the leading companies in the MEA food allergen testing market. These players are focused on adopting organic growth strategies such as product launches and expansions to sustain their position in the dynamic market. For instance, in 2019, Mérieux NutriSciences acquired 51% shares of Acumen Scientific Sdn. Bhd from Texchem Resources Bhd, which remains shareholder for the remaining 49%. With this acquisition, Mérieux NutriSciences consolidates its presence in ASEAN.

MEA Food Allergen Testing Market, by Country, 2018 and 2027 (%)

The report segments the MEA Food Allergen Testing Market as follows:

MEA Food Allergen Testing Market – by Source

• Peanut and Soy
• Wheat
• Milk
• Egg
• Tree nuts
• Seafood
• Others

MEA Food Allergen Testing Market – by Technology

• PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)-Based
• Immunoassay Based/ELISA
• Other Tests/Techniques

MEA Food Allergen Testing Market – by Food Tested

• Bakery and Confectionery
• Infant Food
• Processed Food
• Dairy Products and Alternatives
• Seafood and Meat Products
• Other Foods

MEA Food Allergen Testing Market – by Country

• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Rest of MEA