United States Food Safety Testing Market Overview
Base Year: 2024
Historical Years: 2019-2024
Forecast Years: 2025-2033
Market Size in 2024: USD 6.1 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033: USD 12.3 Billion
Market Growth Rate (2025-2033): 8%
The United States food safety testing market is experiencing robust growth, driven by stringent regulatory standards, rising consumer awareness, and technological advancements in testing methodologies. According to the latest report by IMARC Group, the market size reached USD 6.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 12.3 billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 8% during 2025-2033.
United States Food Safety Testing Market Trends and Drivers
The expanding focus on food safety, driven by stricter regulatory standards of testing and consumers seeking transparency in food production, has led to significant growth in the United States food safety testing market. Food business operators should be aware of these regulations and the increasing implementation of modern testing methods by manufacturers to implement systems that utilize such methodologies for their compliance. With the increasing incidence of foodborne illnesses, it is becoming more and more necessary to run extensive tests to detect food contaminants (pathogens, GMOs, chemicals, toxins, etc.) to ensure food safety for consumers and compliance with legal regulations for regulatory bodies. Next-generation food safety testing technologies such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based assays and immunoassay-based methodologies are greatly enhancing the efficiency, accuracy, and speed of food testing. With the world getting more connected and food supply chains becoming increasingly globalized, all those involved in any aspect of the supply chain are taking steps to establish more thorough safety procedures to avoid contaminating food and damaging the goodwill of consumers.
In the United States, market expansion can be attributed to increased consumer awareness about foodborne diseases and the health effects of polluted products. There is soaring demand for dependable food safety testing solutions in a wide range of food categories such as meat and meat products, dairy and dairy products, cereals, grains, and pulses, and processed foods. Emerging methods like agar culturing, PCR-based assays, and immunoassay-based techniques are gaining popularity due to their excellent detection and quick turnaround time. State of the art testing technologies are being implemented by food manufacturers such that compliance with regulatory frameworks is ensured while minimizing the risks of product recalls. Moreover, the increase in food certification programs and quality assurance activities is supporting the demand for strict testing protocol, which, in turn, is driving the market.
The major factors that drive the US market are the increasing occurrences of foodborne outbreaks, the growing complexity of global food supply chains, and the advancements in rapid detection methods. Automated testing systems gained enough traction to facilitate the much faster identification of contaminants while keeping it at a reasonable cost. Industry players are leveraging upon these trends to create solutions that address industry needs and thereby enhancing their competitive positioning. With regulators enforcing stringent testing protocols and consumers increasingly requiring transparency, the industry is primed for continued growth. Though, with ongoing advancements in detection technologies and a commitment to food safety, the market will continue to evolve dynamically, promoting innovation and upholding the highest standards of food quality and safety nationwide.
United States Food Safety Testing Market Segmentation
The market report offers a comprehensive analysis of the segments, highlighting those with the largest share. It includes forecasts for the period 2025-2033 and historical data from 2019-2024 for the following segments:
- By Type:
- Pathogen
- Genetically Modified Organism
- Chemical and Toxin
- Others
- By Food Tested:
- Meat and Meat Products
- Dairy and Dairy Products
- Cereals, Grains, and Pulses
- Processed Food
- Others
- By Technology:
- Agar Culturing
- PCR-based Assay
- Immunoassay-based
- Others
- Regional Insights:
- Northeast
- Midwest
- South
- West
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Competitive Landscape
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Key highlights of the report:
- Market Performance (2019-2024)
- Market Outlook (2025-2033)
- COVID-19 Impact on the Market
- Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- Strategic Recommendations
- Historical, Current, and Future Market Trends
- Market Drivers and Success Factors
- SWOT Analysis
- Structure of the Market
- Value Chain Analysis
- Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape
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