Spirulina Market by Product Type (Powder, Tablets, Capsules, Flakes, Phycocyanin), Distribution Channel (Business Channel, Consumer Channel), Application (Nutraceuticals, Food & Beverages, Animal Feed, Cosmetics, Agriculture) - Global Forecast to 2030

Spirulina Market by Product Type (Powder, Tablets, Capsules, Flakes, Phycocyanin), Distribution Channel (Business Channel, Consumer Channel), Application (Nutraceuticals, Food & Beverages, Animal Feed, Cosmetics, Agriculture) - Global Forecast to 2030

Spirulina Market by Product Type (Powder, Tablets, Capsules, Flakes, Phycocyanin), Distribution Channel (Business Channel, Consumer Channel), Application (Nutraceuticals, Food & Beverages, Animal Feed, Cosmetics, Agriculture) - Global Forecast to 2030

The research report titled, ‘Spirulina Market by Product Type (Powder, Tablets, Capsules, Flakes, Phycocyanin), Distribution Channel (Business Channel, Consumer Channel), Application (Nutraceuticals, Food & Beverages, Animal Feed, Cosmetics, Agriculture) - Global Forecast to 2030,’ provides an in-depth analysis of the spirulina market across five major geographies and emphasizes on the current market trends, market sizes, market shares, recent developments, and forecasts till 2030.

In terms of value, the spirulina market is expected to reach $1.10 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.4% from 2023 to 2030, while in terms of volume, the market is expected to reach 102,381.3 tons by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.0% from 2023 to 2030.

The growth of this market is attributed to the increasing health & wellness trends, the growth of the dietary supplements industry, the rising demand for natural food colors, growing vegetarianism, the impact of spirulina cultivation on the environment, strict regulations regarding the inclusion of synthetic colors and flavors, growing preference for spirulina-sourced products, increasing use of spirulina in aquaculture, and growing investments from natural-color manufacturers. Furthermore, the emergence of new application areas and the growing demand for phycocyanin, spirulina from bio-refineries, and fresh/frozen spirulina are expected to provide significant opportunities for the growth of this market.

The study offers a comprehensive analysis of the spirulina market based on product type, distribution channel, application, and geography.

The spirulina market is segmented by product type (powder, tablets, capsules, flakes, phycocyanin, and frozen spirulina), distribution channel (business channel and consumer channel), application (nutraceuticals, food & beverages, animal feed, cosmetics, and agriculture), and geography. The study also evaluates industry competitors and analyzes the market at the country level.

Based on product type, in 2023, the powder segment is expected to account for the largest share of the spirulina market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to its rising demand from nutraceutical manufacturers due to the growing health consciousness among consumers, the increasing use of spirulina powder as an ingredient in various food & beverage products, the growing popularity of the vegan diet, and adoption of herbal ingredients in cosmetic products.

Based on distribution channel, in 2023, the business channel segment is expected to account for the larger share of the spirulina market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the direct purchase of bulk spirulina in large quantities by various manufacturers, such as nutraceuticals, food & beverages, and animal feed, among others, for further product development.

Based on application, in 2023, the nutraceuticals segment is expected to account for the largest share of the spirulina market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the booming nutraceuticals sector, growing health concerns of the aging population in various countries, growing desire for natural alternatives to traditional pharmaceutical products, and increased awareness among consumers on the link between nutrition and health. However, the food & beverages segment is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

Based on geography, the market is segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The major market share of North America is attributed to the growing awareness among consumers for natural food products, rising strict regulations against synthetic colors, growing demand for nutraceuticals, growth of subsidiary industries, like cosmetics and biofertilizers, increasing preference for natural protein sources, and presence of key spirulina manufacturers with huge production capacities, especially in the U.S.

The key players operating in the spirulina market include Clos Sainte Aurore (France), Spirulina Viva (Mexico), SPIFORM (France), Spirulina La Capitelle (France), Aurospirul (India), Far East Microalgae Industries, Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Fuqing King Dnarmsa Spirulina Co., Ltd. (China), DIC Corporation (Japan), E.I.D. - Parry (India) Limited (a subsidiary of M/s. Ambadi Investments Limited) (India), Cyanotech Corporation (U.S.), C.B.N. Bio-engineering Co., Ltd (China), Yunnan Green A Biological Project Co., Ltd. (a Subsidiary of Yunnan Spirin Biotechnology Co. Ltd) (China), Jiangshan Comp Spirulina Co., Ltd (China), Inner Mongolia Rejuve Biotech Co., Ltd. (China), Zhejiang Binmei Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), Bluetec Naturals Co., Ltd. (China), Taiwan Chlorella Manufacturing Company (TCMC) (Taiwan), Roquette Klötze GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Vedan Biotechnology Corporation (Taiwan), AlgoSource (France), Tianjin Norland Biotech Co., Ltd. (China), Allmicroalgae Natural Products S.A. (Portugal), Aliga Microalgae (Denmark), Taiwan Wilson Enterprise Inc. (Taiwan), Algalimento SL (Spain), Seagrass Tech Private Limited (India), Plankton Australia Pty Limited (Australia), Hangzhou Ouqi Food Co., Ltd. (China), JUNE Spirulina (a Part of JUNE Group of Companies) (Myanmar), Ordos Xinyuli Spirulina Industry Group Co., Ltd. (China), Qingdao Haizhijiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), BlueBioTech Group (Germany), Sea & Sun Organic GmbH (subsidiary of Sea & Sun Technology GmbH) (Germany), Pond Technologies Inc. (Canada), Far East Bio-Tec. Co., Ltd. (FEBICO) (Taiwan), Givaudan SA (Switzerland), Nutragreenlife Biotechnology Co. Ltd. (branch of Greenlife Biotechnology Co., Ltd.) (China), Xi’an Fengzu Biological Technology Co., Ltd. (FZBIOTECH) (China), and Necton S.A. (Portugal).

Scope of the Report:

Spirulina Market, by Product Type

Powder
Tablets
Capsules
Flakes
Phycocyanin
Frozen Spirulina

Spirulina Market, by Distribution Channel

Business Channel
Consumer Channel

Spirulina Market, by Application

Nutraceuticals
Food & Beverages
Animal Feed
Cosmetics
Agriculture

Spirulina Market, by Geography

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
France
Germany
U.K.
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Denmark
Sweden
Rest of Europe (RoE)
Asia-Pacific (APAC)
China
India
Japan
Australia
Thailand
Rest of Asia-Pacific (RoAPAC)
Latin America (LATAM)
Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America (RoLATAM)
Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Egypt
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
UAE
Rest of Middle East & Africa (RoMEA)

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

Which are the high-growth market segments in terms of product type, distribution channel, application, and geography?
What is the historical market size for the spirulina market?
What are the market forecasts and estimates for the period 2023–2030?
What are the major drivers, restraints, opportunities, and trends in the spirulina market?
Who are the major players in the market, and what are their market shares?
Who are the major players in various countries, and what are their market shares?
How is the competitive landscape for the spirulina market?
What are the recent developments in the spirulina market?
What are the different strategies adopted by the major players in the market?
What are the key geographic trends, and which are the high-growth countries?
Who are the local emerging players in the spirulina market, and how do they compete with other players?

Spirulina Market - Report Summary

Report Metrics	Details
Years Considered	2021 - 2030
Base Year	2022
Forecast Period	2023-2030
Page Count	293
Units Referenced	Value (USD Thousand), Volume (Tons)
Segments/Key Topics	Market by Product Type, Distribution Channel, Application, and Geography
Regions Covered	North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa
Key Companies Mentioned	Clos Sainte Aurore (France), Spirulina Viva (Mexico), SPIFORM (France), Spirulina La Capitelle (France), Aurospirul (India), Far East Microalgae Industries, Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Fuqing King Dnarmsa Spirulina Co., Ltd. (China), DIC Corporation (Japan), E.I.D. - Parry (India) Limited (a subsidiary of M/s. Ambadi Investments Limited) (India), Cyanotech Corporation (U.S.), C.B.N. Bio-engineering Co., Ltd (China), Yunnan Green A Biological Project Co., Ltd. (a Subsidiary of Yunnan Spirin Biotechnology Co. Ltd) (China), Jiangshan Comp Spirulina Co., Ltd (China), Inner Mongolia Rejuve Biotech Co., Ltd. (China), Zhejiang Binmei Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), Bluetec Naturals Co., Ltd. (China), Taiwan Chlorella Manufacturing Company (TCMC) (Taiwan), Roquette Klötze GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Vedan Biotechnology Corporation (Taiwan), AlgoSource (France), Tianjin Norland Biotech Co., Ltd. (China), Allmicroalgae Natural Products S.A. (Portugal), Aliga Microalgae (Denmark), Taiwan Wilson Enterprise Inc. (Taiwan), Algalimento SL (Spain), Seagrass Tech Private Limited (India), Plankton Australia Pty Limited (Australia), Hangzhou Ouqi Food Co., Ltd. (China), JUNE Spirulina (a Part of JUNE Group of Companies) (Myanmar), Ordos Xinyuli Spirulina Industry Group Co., Ltd. (China), Qingdao Haizhijiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), BlueBioTech Group (Germany), Sea & Sun Organic GmbH (subsidiary of Sea & Sun Technology GmbH) (Germany), Pond Technologies Inc. (Canada), Far East Bio-Tec. Co., Ltd. (FEBICO) (Taiwan), Givaudan SA (Switzerland), Nutragreenlife Biotechnology Co. Ltd. (branch of Greenlife Biotechnology Co., Ltd.) (China), Xi’an Fengzu Biological Technology Co., Ltd. (FZBIOTECH) (China), and Necton S.A. (Portugal).

FAQs About the Report

What is the focus of the Spirulina market study?

This report covers the market sizes & forecasts of the Spirulina market based on product type, distribution channel, application, and geography. This report also provides the value & volume analysis of various segments and subsegments of the Spirulina market at the regional and country levels.

What is the revenue generated from the sale of Spirulina across the globe? At what rate is the demand expected to grow for the next 5–7 years?

In terms of value, the Spirulina market is expected to reach $1.1 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.4% from 2023 to 2030, while in terms of volume, the market is expected to reach 102,381.3 tons by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.0% from 2023 to 2030.

Which product type segment is expected to hold the major share of the market in 2023?

Based on product type, in 2023, the powder segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Spirulina market.

Which is the high-growth application segment of the Spirulina market?

Based on application, in 2023, the nutraceuticals segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Spirulina market. However, the food & beverages segment is slated to register the fastest growth rate during the forecast period. The growth of this segment is driven by the growing demand for Spirulina natural food color in confectionery products (including candy and chewing gum), frostings, ice cream and frozen desserts, dessert coatings and toppings, beverage mixes and powders, yogurts, custards, puddings, cottage cheese, gelatin, breadcrumbs, and ready-to-eat cereals.

What are the key factors supporting the growth of this market? What are the major opportunities for existing market players and new entrants in the Spirulina market?

The growth of this market is driven by the increasing health & wellness trends and dietary supplements industry, rising demand for natural food colors, growing vegetarianism, the positive environmental impact of Spirulina cultivation, strict regulations mandating the use of synthetic colors and flavors, growing preference for Spirulina-sourced products, increasing use of Spirulina in aquaculture, and growing investments from natural-color manufacturers.

Furthermore, the emergence of new application areas, growing demand for phycocyanin, rising demand for Spirulina from bio-refineries, and increasing demand for fresh/frozen Spirulina are expected to provide significant growth opportunities for players operating in this market.

Who are the major players operating in the Spirulina market?

The key players operating in the Spirulina market are Clos Sainte Aurore (France), Spirulina Viva (Mexico), SPIFORM (France), Spirulina La Capitelle (France), Aurospirul (India), Far East Microalgae Industries, Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Fuqing King Dnarmsa Spirulina Co., Ltd. (China), DIC Corporation (Japan), E.I.D. - Parry (India) Limited (a subsidiary of M/s. Ambadi Investments Limited) (India), Cyanotech Corporation (U.S.), C.B.N. Bio-engineering Co., Ltd (China), Yunnan Green A Biological Project Co., Ltd. (a Subsidiary of Yunnan Spirin Biotechnology Co. Ltd) (China), Jiangshan Comp Spirulina Co., Ltd (China), Inner Mongolia Rejuve Biotech Co., Ltd. (China), Zhejiang Binmei Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), Bluetec Naturals Co., Ltd. (China), Taiwan Chlorella Manufacturing Company (TCMC) (Taiwan), Roquette Klötze GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Vedan Biotechnology Corporation (Taiwan), AlgoSource (France), Tianjin Norland Biotech Co., Ltd. (China), Allmicroalgae Natural Products S.A. (Portugal), Aliga Microalgae (Denmark), Taiwan Wilson Enterprise Inc. (Taiwan), Algalimento SL (Spain), Seagrass Tech Private Limited (India), Plankton Australia Pty Limited (Australia), Hangzhou Ouqi Food Co., Ltd. (China), JUNE Spirulina (a Part of JUNE Group of Companies) (Myanmar), Ordos Xinyuli Spirulina Industry Group Co., Ltd. (China), Qingdao Haizhijiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), BlueBioTech Group (Germany), Sea & Sun Organic GmbH (subsidiary of Sea & Sun Technology GmbH) (Germany), Pond Technologies Inc. (Canada), Far East Bio-Tec. Co., Ltd. (FEBICO) (Taiwan), Givaudan SA (Switzerland), Nutragreenlife Biotechnology Co. Ltd. (branch of Greenlife Biotechnology Co., Ltd.) (China), Xi’an Fengzu Biological Technology Co., Ltd. (FZBIOTECH) (China), and Necton S.A. (Portugal).

Which regions/countries are likely to offer significant growth opportunities for the vendors in this market during the analysis period?

Countries from Europe & Asia-Pacific are projected to offer significant growth opportunities for the vendors in this market due to factors such as the presence of local and regional players, the growing dietary supplement industry, the growing need to eradicate malnutrition, and favorable climatic conditions and low production costs.