Global Food Grade Vitamin D Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Global Food Grade Vitamin D Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Food Grade Vitamin D market size was valued at US$ 58 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 85.5 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 5.8% during review period.

Food grade Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is a form of Vitamin D that is used in a variety of food products and dietary supplements. Chemically defined as 9,10-seco(5Z,7E)-5,7,10(19)-cholestatrien-3-ol, Vitamin D3 can be derived from natural sources such as fish liver oils, or produced synthetically through ultraviolet irradiation of 7-dehydrocholesterol, a compound obtained from cholesterol. The synthesized product is then purified by crystallization to meet food-grade standards. As an essential nutrient, Vitamin D3 plays a critical role in calcium absorption, promoting bone health and supporting the immune system. The global demand for food grade Vitamin D3 is driven by its wide application in dietary supplements, infant foods, and fortified food products, reflecting its importance in maintaining overall health and well-being.

Market Trends and Product Segmentation

The food grade Vitamin D3 market can be broadly categorized into three product types: Vitamin D3 Oil, Vitamin D3 Powder, and Vitamin D3 Crystallization. Among these, Vitamin D3 Powder holds the largest market share, accounting for approximately 50.98% of the total market, followed by Vitamin D3 Oil with a 47.54% share, and Vitamin D3 Crystallization, which represents only 1.48%. The dominance of Vitamin D3 Powder is due to its versatility in food and supplement formulations, where it is easily incorporated into a variety of products. Vitamin D3 Oil is commonly used in liquid supplements and specialized food products, while Vitamin D3 Crystallization, though less common, is primarily utilized in specific pharmaceutical applications. The demand for each form is shaped by the needs of different sectors, with dietary supplements and infant foods being the primary applications. Additionally, there is growing interest in fortified foods as a vehicle for delivering Vitamin D3, particularly in regions where Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent.

Industry Challenges and Supply Chain Dynamics

One of the key challenges in the food grade Vitamin D3 market is the dependency on NF grade cholesterol, the primary raw material for producing Vitamin D3. This cholesterol is sourced from a limited number of suppliers, with only a few companies—such as NK Chemicals, Nippon Fine Chemical, Dishman, and Zhejiang Garden—currently capable of producing it at the required quality. As a result, fluctuations in the price of NF grade cholesterol can significantly impact the production costs for Vitamin D3 manufacturers. The reliance on a small number of suppliers for raw materials creates vulnerabilities in the supply chain, and price volatility can lead to cost increases that affect both producers and end-users. Furthermore, as global demand for Vitamin D3 continues to rise, particularly in light of increasing health awareness and aging populations, these supply chain constraints may pose challenges for manufacturers looking to scale up production. Despite these challenges, the food grade Vitamin D3 market is expected to grow steadily, driven by the rising demand for health supplements and fortified foods.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Food Grade Vitamin D market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Food Grade Vitamin D market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031

Global Food Grade Vitamin D market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031

Global Food Grade Vitamin D market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/Kg), 2020-2031

Global Food Grade Vitamin D market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and ASP (USD/Kg), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Food Grade Vitamin D

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Food Grade Vitamin D market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Zhejiang Garden Biochemical High-tech, Taizhou Hisound Pharmaceutical, Kingdomway, Zhejiang NHU, DSM, BASF, Zhejiang Medicine, Fermenta, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Food Grade Vitamin D market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Vitamin D3 Oil
Vitamin D3 Powder
Vitamin D3 Crystallization

Market segment by Application
Dietary Supplement
Infant Food
Dairy
Other

Major players covered
Zhejiang Garden Biochemical High-tech
Taizhou Hisound Pharmaceutical
Kingdomway
Zhejiang NHU
DSM
BASF
Zhejiang Medicine
Fermenta

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Food Grade Vitamin D product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Food Grade Vitamin D, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Food Grade Vitamin D from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Food Grade Vitamin D competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Food Grade Vitamin D breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Food Grade Vitamin D market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Food Grade Vitamin D.

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Food Grade Vitamin D sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.