Protein Hydrolysate Ingredients Market, By Ingredient Type (Whey Protein Hydrolysate, Casein Protein Hydrolysate, Milk Protein Hydrolysate, Meat Protein Hydrolysate, and Others), By Product Form (Powder and Liquid), By Application (Infant Formula, Clinica

Protein hydrolysate ingredients market is estimated to be valued at USD 3.74 Bn in 2025, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.5% over the forecast period (2025-2032). Protein hydrolysates are complex mixtures of peptides and amino acids produced by the partial hydrolysis of protein sources such as whey, casein, soy, and egg. They have gained widespread acceptance as ingredients in functional foods and infant formula due to their easily digestible nature. The global protein hydrolysate ingredients market has been growing steadily due to the rising demand for protein-fortified and clinical nutrition products. Various protein hydrolysates offer nutritional and technical benefits to different food applications and are expected to witness increased demand from sports nutrition and weight management products over the forecast period.

Market Dynamics

Growth in the dietary supplement and clinical nutrition industries has been a key driver for the protein hydrolysate ingredients market. Rising health consciousness among consumers and focus on preventive healthcare is further augmenting the demand. However, availability of alternative protein sources and high costs associated with the production of certain hydrolysates could restrain the market growth. On the other hand, focus on the research & development of new hydrolysis techniques to obtain hypoallergenic and easily digestible peptides presents significant opportunities in the coming years. Easy digestibility, hypoallergenic qualities and wider availability in the form of powder, liquid and capsules make protein hydrolysates suitable for clinical and sports nutrition. However, high production costs and availability of alternative protein options restrain the market to some extent. Ongoing R&D towards developing novel protein hydrolysates through enzymatic hydrolysis of novel protein sources could expand the scope of applications going forward. Expanding elderly population prone to digestive issues also contributes to the growth of the market.

Key Features of the Study

• This report provides in-depth analysis of the global protein hydrolysate ingredients market, and provides market size (USD Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025–2032), considering 2024 as the base year
• It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
• This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
• It profiles key players in the global protein hydrolysate ingredients market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
• Key companies covered as a part of this study include Abbott Laboratories, Danone S.A., Arla Foods Ingredients Group P/S, Kerry Group plc, Davisco Foods International, Inc., Carbery Group, Hilmar Ingredients, Armor Proteins, Glanbia Ingredients, and PGP International
• Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
• The global protein hydrolysate ingredients market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
• Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global protein hydrolysate ingredients market

• By Ingredient Type Insights (Revenue, USD, 2019 - 2032)
• Whey Protein Hydrolysate
• Casein Protein Hydrolysate
• Milk Protein Hydrolysate
• Meat Protein Hydrolysate
• Others
• By Product Form Insights (Revenue, USD, 2019 - 2032)
• Powder
• Liquid
• By Application Insights (Revenue, USD, 2019 - 2032)
• Infant Formula
• Clinical Nutrition
• Sports & Slimming Foods
• By Regional Insights (Revenue, USD, 2019 - 2032)
• North America
• U.S.
• Canada
• Latin America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
• Europe
• Germany
• U.K.
• Spain
• France
• Italy
• Russia
• Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• ASEAN
• Rest of Asia Pacific
• Middle East
• GCC Countries
• Israel
• Rest of Middle East
• Africa
• South Africa
• North Africa
• Central Africa
• Key Players Insights
• Abbott Laboratories
• Danone S.A.
• Arla Foods Ingredients Group P/S
• Kerry Group plc
• Davisco Foods International, Inc.
• Carbery Group
• Hilmar Ingredients
• Armor Proteins
• Glanbia Ingredients
• PGP International