Food Certification Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis By Test Type (ISO 22000, Halal, Kosher, SQF, IFS, and Others), By Application (Meat & Poultry, Dairy Products, Infant Foods, Bakery & Confectionery, Beverages, and Others), and Regional Forecast till 2032

The global food certification market is expanding with a rise in the demand for organic and sustainable products among health-conscious consumers. Food certification verifies food products for adherence to specific standards. The primary objective is to ensure food safety and authenticity. The authoritative bodies in food certification verify that the food product complies with the parameters prescribed and regulated by various food associations, including the Food & Drug Association and the European Commission. According to the Global Food Security Index (GFSI), 29% of U.S. consumers are most concerned with chemical contamination in food products and about 26% of individuals are concerned about foodborne diseases.

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically increased awareness regarding the consumption of hygienic food. The increased food safety awareness among consumers made manufacturers produce food products with regulatory safety norms. However, the lockdown situation resulted in the closure of several industries, which slightly reduced the market growth during the pandemic. The current situation faciliates the expansion of the food industry at a significant CAGR owing to the maintenance of a high level of alertness toward food safety measures.

Food Certification Market Driver

Increasing Demand for Standardization of Food Products to Fuel the Market

The consumer concern for food quality has significantly increased in the last few years. The demand for food items that are safe to use and meet quality standards has increased as customers are looking for reliable food items with certifications. Therefore, the manufacturers are emphasizing food certification to ensure its safety and gain consumer confidence. The globalization of the food supply chain to ensure standardized sourcing of food items has flourished the food trade across the world, which has further accelerated the market growth. Furthermore, the stringent rules & regulations set by government authorities in many countries to ensure food safety are one of the major factors that drive the food certification market.

Food Certification Market Restraint

Lack of Inadequate Infrastructure in Small-scale Industries to Hamper the Market

Implementing food safety regulations is challenging for small-scale industries. Small-scale food processing enterprises need more finance and technological obsolescence. Even in urban areas, many small-scale industries are scattered and, therefore, need access to adequate infrastructure facilities. Therefore, small-scale manufacturers are not able to spend on food certifications, which is one of the major factors that restrict market growth.

Food Certification Market Opportunity

Rising Demand for Clean-label Food to Boost Opportunities for Industry Expansion

The scope of growth for manufacturers in the food certification market is high owing to the growing demand for clean-label food. The improper handling of sanitation and food processing practices in factories is leading to incidences of foodborne illness among consumers. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 600 million foodborne diseases and 4,20,000 deaths worldwide every year are recorded due to the consumption of unsafe and contaminated foods. The prevalence of foodborne diseases has encouraged the demand to maintain the integrity of food quality and safety by prohibiting the supply of contaminated food. The rising demand for the inspection of food products and enforcement of standardized food labeling are the factors expected to create lucrative opportunities for market growth.

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Overview of Global Food Certification Market


• Supply Chain Analysis


• Regulatory Analysis


• Industry SWOT Analysis


• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, and New Product Launches)


• Qualitative Analysis Related to COVID-19

Segmentation

Analysis by Test Type

Based on test type, the market is classified into ISO 22000, halal, kosher, SQF, IFS, and others.

The ISO 22000 segment is expected to hold the largest market share owing to the growing demand to ensure food safety in food supply chains. The certification specifies requirements for the food safety management system due to its broad applicability across the food industry. It offers the ability to enable international trade by validating compliance with global standards. The segment effectively identifies and controls product recalls, food hazards, and foodborne illnesses. Manufacturers are increasingly opting for ISO certification to improve operational efficiency and gain a competitive edge in the global market.

The halal segment is projected to show significat growth during the forecast period. The segment growth is driven by a surge in the demand for sustainability, ethical sourcing, and transparency in food industry. The rising awareness about halal-certified products and their consumption among consumers is anticipated to boost the segment growth.

Analysis by Application

On the basis of application, the market is fragmented into meat & poultry, dairy products, infant foods, bakery & confectionery, beverages, and others.

The meat & poultry segment is expected to hold the largest market share owing to the increasing consumption of meat products across the globe. The globalization of the food supply chain has resulted in the trading of numerous commodities, including meat products, which fuels the demand to ensure that meat products meet specific standards. The meat & poultry products are highly perishable and suspectable to contamination. The rigorous safety and quality standards set by the certification bodies ensure high quality and minimize health risks.

The infant foods segment is expected to show significant growth over the next few years due to the rising prevalence of foodborne diseases among children through the consumption of contaminated food. Surging food safety-related regulations and guidelines for infant foods in emerging nations, including China, India, and Brazil, are further expected to drive the market. For instance, in September 2022, the government of India made the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification mandatory for infant food items to ensure the safety of infant food items and check the menace of adulteration.

Regional Analysis

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Based on region, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America accounted for the largest share of the global food certification market during the forecast period. The regional growth is attributed to the high demand for certification services across the food industry. Moreover, the increasing consumer demand for food transparency and stringent regulatory norms for food manufacturing in the region are the major factors driving the growth of the market. Consumers' awareness regarding adulterated food products and increasing health consciousness are the factors expanding the regional market.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow significantly over the upcoming years owing to the growing urbanization, increasing standard of living, and rising incidences of foodborne diseases across the developing economies. The expansion of commercial enterprises and production units of various food industries across the region is expected to propel the market growth.

Key Players Covered

The global food certification market is highly diverse, with numerous certification bodies across the globe. The key players in the market offer a comprehensive range of certifications catering to the quality, safety, and sustainability of food products. The market is highly dynamic due to continuous innovations in certification standards, maintaining credibility and relevance in the food industry.

The report provides the profiles of the following key players:

• SCS Global Services (U.S.)


• Intertek Group Plc (U.K.)


• AsureQuality (New Zealand)


• NSF International (U.S.)


• Eurofins Scientific (Luxembourg)


• ALS Limited (Australia)


• DEKRA (Germany)


• Bureau Veritas (France)


• UL LLC (U.S.)


• FoodChain ID (U.S.)

Key Industry Developments

• In October 2023, FoodChain ID, the leading food safety and regulatory service provider, announced its partnership with Centric Software®, the product lifecycle management (PLM) market leader, to enhance regulatory compliance capabilities for product development in food and cosmetics.


• In July 2021, Intertek Group plc, a leading quality assurance provider to a range of industries worldwide, announced the acquisition of JLA Brasil, an independent provider of food, agriculture, and environmental testing solutions based in Brazil. The company aimed to enter the fast-growing food testing sector to address the increasing demand for food and beverage testing solutions in Brazil.