Eggshell Membrane Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Form (Capsule, Tablets, Powder), By Application (Food and Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics and Personal Care Products) and regional Forecast, 2024-2032

Eggshell membrane or shell membrane, is a clear film lining of the shell obtained from hen. The eggshell membrane contains naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan (GAG), glucosamine; chondroitin, hyaluronic acid, and proteins that are helpful in maintaining bone, tissue and cartilage strength. Thus, its rich nutritional profile has led to its wide utilization as food supplements, in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics & personal care products. Further, the rise in food fortification trend in food and beverage sector has effectively led to incorporation of eggshell membrane as an ingredient.

The rising consumer demand for naturally source ingredients that offer high value benefits in return has positively aided in the sales performance of eggshell membrane. Along with this, the European Food Safety Association (EFSA) in 2018, has approved the ingredient as novel food which has further boosted its eggshell membrane market growth.

The recent rise in demand for novel food that are formulated using innovative techniques and have several nutritional qualities that aid in proper body functioning is a key factor driving the eggshell membrane market. Further, the rise in prevalence of various bone and joint ailments in adults, has led to the incorporation of eggshell membrane in dietary supplements. According to WHO, the prevalence rate of arthritis range from 0.3 – 1% and approximately 350 million people are facing this problem. Due to these benefits, the global eggshell membrane market would be growing in future.

The availability of plant-based protein and dairy-based substitutes in the eggshell membrane market which have similar functionality are acting as impeding factor in the market growth. Along with this, the high cost of production and processing of eggshell membrane protein has also hampered its market performance.

Key Market Driver -

Growing Demand for Novel and Sustainable Food Products

Key Market Restraint -

Availability of Protein Substitutes

Key Players Covered:

• Biova LLC


• Microcore Research Laboratories


• Ecovatec Solutions


• Certified Nutraceuticals Inc.


• Bolise Co Limited


• Stratum Nutrition


• Mitushi Biopharma


• Eggnovo SL


• Kewpie Corporation


• Eggbrane

The global eggshell membrane market is segmented by form and application. The capsules form segment is accounted for holding the major share in the market due to the wide acceptance and consumption of capsules. The capsules mask the taste of the product and are also a very efficient in target-mediated drug disposal.

The food and beverage segment is leading the application segment owing to the increasing demand of consumers for fortified food products. Also, the consumers prefer food products that offer distinct health benefits and is naturally sourced, which is a crucial factor that drives its eggshell membrane industry growth.

Regional Analysis:

North America is anticipated to witness significant growth in the eggshell membrane industry due to the rise in prevalence of arthritis in the region. In the US, nearly 54.4 million adults have been diagnosed with arthritis according to CDC, thus nudging them to opt for effective solution. The growing number of arthritis cases has opened new opportunities for the eggshell membrane market; thereby aiding in its regional sales performance.

Asia Pacific is expected to witness robust growth due to the growing health-consciousness among the consumers, especially the millennials. Followed by this, the raw material availability is higher in the region as it produces approx. 60% of the global output. The high production has drawn the attention of many manufacturers to setup their production base in the region and supply eggshell membrane to end-use industries at competitive prices. Owing to aforementioned factors the eggshell membrane market is growing in the region at a faster pace.

Europe is projected to exhibit substantial growth in the eggshell membrane market owing to the increase in consumption of fortified foods. The awareness regarding health benefits of eggshell membrane is growing amongst the consumers and this has led to its incorporation in fortified foods. Further, the acceptance of eggshell membrane by EFSA as a novel food has benefited its market growth in the region.

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Key Industry Development

• In April 2017, Biova, Aurora Nutrascience and Vida Lifescience have launched ExoFlex, a joint-healthy dietary supplement made using Biova's BiovaFlex eggshell membrane in an encapsulated nano-sized liposome.