Middle East And Africa Food Allergen Testing Market 2022-2028
MARKET OUTLOOK
Triton Market Research’s analysis of the food allergen testing market in the Middle East and Africa states that it would witness growth, with a CAGR of 7.55% in the projected period from 2022 to 2028. Saudi Arabia, Turkey, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and Rest of Middle East & Africa are evaluated in the market in this region.
Saudi Arabia is one of the largest economies in the Middle East, which also has a burgeoning food processing and manufacturing industry. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, total investments in the industry are anticipated to reach $70 billion in 2030, an increase of almost 59% compared to total investments in 2016. In 2021, the Food and Drug Authority in Saudi Arabia intended to make it mandatory for restaurants and catering services providers to offer at least 5 meals on their menu that are free of allergens. This, along with other such initiatives, is aiding the growth of the studied market.
As per government directives in South Africa, the following foods are required to be labeled as allergens: cow’s milk, egg, fish, crustaceans & mollusks, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, and any substantial cereals. In accordance with the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectant Act (FCD Act) of 1972, the National Department of Health mandates that all foods be suitable for human consumption. This Act covers the production, labeling, distribution, and imports of food products. Further, the National Health Act of 2003 deals with issues relating to food hygiene, and the International Health Regulations Act of 1974 deals with hygiene standards at ports and airports, particularly those for ships and aircraft. Such regulations are expected to drive the market growth in the country.
COMPETITIVE OUTLOOK
The dominant players in the food allergen testing market include 3M, SGS SA, Mérieux NutriSciences, Auriga Research Pvt Ltd, Romer Labs Diagnostic GmbH, Neogen Corporation, Intertek Group Plc, and ALS Limited.
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