The Algae Products Market size showcased significant progress in the historic period.
• The market grew from $14.03 billion in 2024 to $15.12 billion in 2025, indicating a compound annual growth rate of 7.8%.
Factors contributing to this expansion include a rise in sustainability concerns, the nutritional benefits of algae, its use as an alternative protein source, applications in cosmetics and personal care, and increasing environmental regulations.
The global algae products market is expected to witness robust growth in the future.
• By 2029, the market size is anticipated to escalate to $21.91 billion, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.7%.
This growth can be attributed to measures for climate change mitigation, expansive usage in aquaculture and animal feed, escalating demand for plant-based foods, enhanced usage in biofuels and renewable energy, and initiatives related to the circular economy. Key market trends include a revolution in plant-based food, rise in sustainable protein sources, usage of marine ingredients in cosmetics, carbon sequestration applications, and advancements in biotechnology.
The surge in demand for healthy food products is anticipated to drive the growth of the algae products market. Algae products are rich in carbohydrates, polyunsaturated fatty acids, essential minerals, and vitamins, making them an ideal ingredient in healthy foods. The Good Food Institute (GFI) and the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) reported in March 2022 that the increased interest in healthy alternatives led 27% of people to consume less meat and prefer plant-based foods, further driving the algae products market growth.
The algae products market covered in this report is segmented as follows:
1) By Type: Lipids, Carrageenan, Carotenoids, Alginate, Algal Protein
2) By Form: Liquid, Solid
3) By Source: Blue-Green Algae, Brown Algae, Green Algae, Red Algae
4) By Distribution Channel: Online, Offline
5) By Application: Food and Beverage, Nutraceutical and Diet Supplement, Animal Feed, Personal Care, Pharmaceutical, Other Applications
The development of alternative protein sources, particularly microalgae, has emerged as a significant trend in the algae products market. Renowned consumer goods company Unilever partnered with Algenuity, a company specializing in algae products, to create innovative microalgae products for Unilever’s plant-based portfolio, speaking volumes about the potential of microalgae in transforming the food ecosystem.
Dominant companies in the algae products market include:
• BASF SE
• Cargill Inc.
• E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
• DSM Nutritional Products AG
• East India Distilleries & Parry Limited
• Cellana Inc.
• BlueBioTech International GmbH
• Corbion NV
In 2024, North America held the largest share in the algae products market. The regions covered in the market report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.